SXSW Interactive, renting the latest tech, and an app for democracy

PART 1: SXSWi 2015 Recap

Intelligent robots, virtual reality, the Internet of Things, and the rise of a "maker culture" were among the big ideas driving the conversations at this year's South by Southwest Interactive Conference in Austin, Texas. We go over the major themes and piece together some of their potential impact. 

PART 2: Gadgets from Lumoid

Inspired to get your hands on the latest technology but don't have the budget? Lumoid makes it possible to try some of the latest gadgetry without having to buy it. Founder and CEO Aarthi Ramamurthy tells us how the service aims to help both consumers and journalists. 

PART 3: Democracy via ThinkVoting

The team behind a startup called ThinkVoting hopes to use technology to improve the way voters get informed and participate in elections. Co-founders Joseph Santori and Jeff Cardenas explain their app-based collaborative approach. 

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