Startup Aims Wallop at MySpace, FaceBook

By Geoff Duncan Published September 26, 2006

Now that social networking sites and user-generated content are seemingly the only thing in cyberspace anyone hears about anymore, Microsoft spin-off Wallop is setting out to let folks heavily into social networking “mod” their sites by installing creative add-ons to their social networking profiles…and creative a marketplace for Flash developers to sell their site-based bling.

Microsoft spun out Wallop back in April 2006, and now the company is aiming to redefine the face of social networking in three ways: enabling users to pimp out their profiles, by focusing interactions on conversation and content rather than profiles, and by creating a community where Flash developers can make money selling their site “mods” to social networkers who have to have the latest and greatest. Wallop aims to offer all the tools and tricks for users to enhance their “increasingly important online image”—and make some money while they’re at it.

Geoff Duncan

Former Contributor

Geoff Duncan writes, programs, edits, plays music, and delights in making software misbehave. He's probably the only member…

Topics

QuickCharge: This Week in EV

Smart Home

Matic’s new Serene robot vacuum is designed for people who hate noise

Matic wants you to stop choosing between clean floors and a peaceful home with a robot vacuum that stays quiet even at full suction.

Few things ruin a quiet evening faster than a robot vacuum roaring through the living room. Most of us end up pausing the cleaning run, which defeats the whole purpose of owning one. Matic thinks it has the answer with its new Serene robot vacuum, and the big selling point is how little noise it makes.

The Matic Serene runs at 52 decibels even when cleaning at full power. To put that in perspective, Matic compares it to the hum of your refrigerator. It is available now for $1,695, which is $200 more than the original Matic’s current price.

Smart Home

Baseus’ new 4K security camera turns your window into a no-drill monitoring setup

The PrimeSentinel W1 records full-color video through glass at night while reducing glare.

Outdoor security cameras are not always practical if you live in an apartment or rental. Drilling into an exterior wall may be off-limits, while pointing a regular indoor camera through a window can create another problem once reflections start showing up after dark.

Baseus is trying to solve both issues with the new PrimeSentinel W1, a $69.99 security camera designed specifically to monitor the outdoors through glass. It mounts directly to a window without drilling and uses a 4K Starlight sensor with an F1.0 aperture for full-color monitoring during the day and at night.

Smart Home

Step Into the Future of AI Living During the Discover Samsung Shopping Event

Turn Your Favorite Hardware Into the Perfect Companion to AI Living

step into the future of ai living during discover samsung shopping event ht 20261025 dsse digital trends 1350x810

This post is brought to you in paid partnership with Best Buy.

Technology evolves every day, transforming how we live and work. Our devices are becoming more than tools we use. They are increasingly capable companions that help streamline day-to-day routines and spark creative ideas. If you have been waiting for the right moment to upgrade your tech setup, the Discover Samsung Shopping Event offers an opportunity to explore what connected, AI-powered living can look like.