Carolina Milanesi

Carolina examines how people adopt technology and how experience changes product value across consumer and enterprise markets, collaboration, and employee engagement.

Research · June 3, 2025

Alexa+ Early Access: Initial Thoughts

After several weeks as part of the early release program for Amazon’s Alexa+, I’ve had the chance to put the new assistant through its paces—across daily routines, smart home management, and spontaneous conversations. As a long-time Alexa user, I can confidently say that Alexa+ represents a signific

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Research · May 2, 2025

Apple’s Q2 FY25: Services Surge, Supply Chains Shift

Apple’s fiscal Q2 2025 results showed solid growth. Revenue was $95.4 billion (up 5% YoY) Net income rose to $24.78 billion (vs. $23.64 b in Q2 FY24), and diluted EPS was $1.65 (a March-quarter record, up 8% YoY). Services revenue hit a new high (≈$26.64 b, +12% YoY) and driving much of the growth,

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Research · April 30, 2025

Meta Q1 2025: Strong Ad Growth and AI Momentum Offset Metaverse Drag

Meta Platforms reported a strong first quarter 2025, with revenue and profit both well ahead of expectations. Q1 revenue was $42.31 billion (up ~16% YoY), driven by robust advertising demand. Net income jumped to $16.64 billion (+35% YoY) , yielding earnings of $6.43 per share (well above the ~$5.28

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Research · April 30, 2025

Microsoft Beats Expectations in Q3 FY25 with Robust Cloud and AI Demand

Microsoft’s Q3 FY2025 results (quarter ended March 31, 2025) reflected continued strength in cloud and AI-driven businesses. Total revenue was $70.1 billion, up 13% year-over-year (15% in constant currency) . Net income grew 18% to $25.8 billion, and diluted EPS rose 18% to $3.46 . Microsoft Cloud r

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Research · April 25, 2025

Microsoft’s latest Work Trend Index and the Birth of the Frontier Firm

In the latest episode of my TEQ podcast, I had the pleasure to engaged in an insightful conversation with Alexia Cambon, Head of Research on Microsoft’s Copilot and Future of Work team, about how artificial intelligence and AI agents are fundamentally reshaping the workplace. The discussion explored

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Research · April 25, 2025

Beyond the Fold: Motorola’s Strategy to Capture the Next Generation

In a move to strengthens its position in the premium smartphone segment, Motorola has unveiled its 2025 Razr lineup, expanding to three models and showcasing a commitment to lifestyle technology that’s capturing younger audiences in increasingly competitive markets. Color and Expression at the Core

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Research · April 25, 2025

Motorola’s Razr Revolution: How Lifestyle Tech is Winning the Youth Market

In a move to strengthens its position in the premium smartphone segment, Motorola has unveiled its 2025 Razr lineup, expanding to three models and showcasing a commitment to lifestyle technology that’s capturing younger audiences in increasingly competitive markets. Color and Expression at the Core

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