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Mobile media will significantly outpace the Internet and other traditional media platforms -- especially in emerging and faster growth economies. A new report from Nielsen Wire, with research from The Cambridge Group, says: "Defying classic economic models, the demand for communication (cell phones) leads traditional media growth, signifying a global, disruptive phenomenon." Growth for the Internet will continue -- but at more predictable growth patterns.

Smartphones using Google's Android operating system are continuing to gain traction among consumers, thanks to greater product offering and wireless carrier promotions.

According to comScore, U.S. retail e-commerce sales estimates for the second quarter of 2010 showed online retail spending reached $32.9 billion for the quarter, up 9 percent versus a year ago. This growth rate represented the third consecutive quarter of positive year-over-year growth following a year of flat or negative growth rates.

As national economic challenges continue and consumer spending remains tentative, what can brands expect from the 2010 holiday season? An increasingly mobile, social, and green consumer, according to Experian Marketing Services' new 2010 holiday marketer report.