Anthony John Agnello

Consumer and Technology Writer

Anthony John Agnello is a financial journalist, tech writer and critic. He joined InvestorPlace.com as a contributing writer in June 2010.

Anthony began covering the entertainment and technology industries in 2004, and has a keen eye for how artistic movements and consumer tastes can lead to dramatic industry shifts.

His byline has appeared in a wide range of publications and websites including MTV, Electronic Gaming Monthly, The Onion AV Club, The Escapist, 1UP.com, Game Pro and Nerve.com.

Recent Articles

Microsoft, Sony Share in ‘Black Ops’ Boom

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer Dec 14, 2010

Activision's latest installment of its long-running 'Call of Duty' video game is outselling its predecessor, helping the fortunes of the sector's top game-console makers.

Facebook, Twitter Block for Super Bowl TV Ads

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer Dec 14, 2010

The social networks are being tapped to help boost pricey commercials for Super Bowl XLV. But are too many ads going to ultimately turn off users?

Flix on Stix USB Rentals Threaten Netflix (NFLX)

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer Dec 10, 2010

Movie giant Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) is up a stunning +250% so far in 2010. But could a start-up renting movies on USB flash drives be the start of a tech revolution that sinks Netflix stock?

November Video Game Sales Promising After Down Year

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer Dec 10, 2010

With Black Friday behind us and video game stocks and retailers reporting November sales, investors worried about weak consumer spending were pleasantly surprised by a favorable NPD video game sales report.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Rumors – The Hottest Apps of 2010

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer Dec 10, 2010

Here is your daily Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) stock news and rumors for December 10, 2010. The Cupertino, Calif., Apple has released their year-end best lists for digital storefronts on the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch.