100 Brilliant Companies
BY Tracy Stapp
The video game of the future just might remind you of toys of the past. Sifteo cubes give tactile appeal to technology. Entrepreneur's 10 Most Popular Stories of 2012
BY Hiten Samtani
From a new take on networking to insider tips from Richard Branson, Mark Cuban and Marissa Mayer, here are the stories that became our reader favorites this year. SoundHound Creates a Faster, Easier Way to Find Forgotten Song Titles
BY Kara Ohngren
App sees explosive growth for it's music-recognition service based on simple spoken searches, and even humming. Reinventing the Fast-Casual Dining Scene with Technology
BY Matt Villano
How popular sandwich chain At the Melt is using smartphones, QR codes and kiosks to build a brand. How Syyn Labs Brings Creative Visions to Life
BY Jennifer Wang
The boot-strapped production company finds its niche in wild spectacles. Geoloqi Makes it Easier to Make Apps Smarter
BY Jennifer Wang
Startup offers a turnkey platform to add new geolocation functionality to apps and mobile devices. How One Celeb-centric Startup is Cashing in on the Guided Travel Sector
BY Kara Ohngren
A look at zozi's online platform that creates short adventure trips not available elsewhere. RockMelt Revamps the Web Browser for Social Media
BY Grant Davis
How the startup gained a new generation of users for its cloud-based web browser. An Indie Publisher Brings a Creative Comic Spin to Business Books
BY Michelle Juergen
How SmarterComics is graphically translating non-fiction books for byte-size appeal. BeachMint Carves a Retail Niche with Celebrity Appeal
BY Katherine Duncan
How Myspace veteran Josh Berman and serial entrepreneur Diego Berdakin are using personal recommendations for exclusive merchandise by celebrity design partners. Orbotix: Where Mobile Apps and the Toy Industry Collide
BY John Patrick Pullen
A startup that invented the world's first smartphone-controlled ball and that's just the beginning. How Zite's iPad Magazine Is Bringing Browsing Back
BY Jenna Schnuer
A hit from the start, this Vancouver, B.C.-based company delivers an (increasingly) personal reading experience for tablet-toters. Plus, a look at other ground-breaking businesses in the media space. How Yipit Is Upending the Daily Discount Model
BY Kara Ohngren
This new service scans the web to aggregate offers. Plus, a look at other game-changing companies catering to bargain hunters. How Hipmunk Gained Traction As the Go-To Flight-Search Site
BY Jenna Schnuer
The San Francisco-based service puts a more streamlined spin on the age-old agony of booking passage. Plus, a look at other game-changers in the travel space. How ShareSquare Is Leading the QR-Code Marketing Pack
BY Jennifer Wang
This Los Angeles-based company helps fans connect with bands and brands using quick-response codes. Plus, a look at other game-changers in the social-media space. How Polyvore Became a Trend-Setter in Social Shopping
BY Jennifer Wang
This online community tells your network what to wear. Plus, a look at more ground-breakers in social commerce. How Betterworks Is Helping Startups Perk Up Their Perks
BY Jennifer Wang
This Santa Monica, Calif.-based service boosts benefits for strapped startups. Plus, a look at game changers in the startup business-to-business space. How Mobile Roadie Became a Leader in Do-It-Yourself Apps
BY Jason Daley
This self-service app creator aims to make it cheap and easy to go mobile. Plus, a look at other game-changers in the mobile space. How Rest Assured Is Filling a Niche in the Senior-Care Market
BY Jason Daley
This Lafayette, Ind.-based company lets seniors and their families know that someone has their backs. Plus, other game-changers meeting the needs of older consumers. How H.U.M.A.N. Is Breaking Through As the Next-Generation Snack Machine
BY Jason Daley
This vending company reinvents the business by stocking health and information. Plus, a look at other game-changers in the health space.100 Brilliant Companies 2011 Buttons
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