Now that the new year is upon us, we must review the top tech consumer trends of 2011: Here are the top trends of 2011: Group buying (groupons) Geolocation Apps (i.e. Foursquare) Tablets (iPads, Kindles, etc.) Cloud-Based Productivity Apps (i.e. Google Docs) Online Video in Enterprise (i.e. YouTube) Online Q&A Crowdfunding Mobile Photo Sharing Apps…
Get Pinterested!
Does the ability to both share and organize images on the internet sound of interest? Before you go ahead and make an account on Pinterest.com, make sure that you have plenty of free time! This relatively new online image pin-board can have you instantly hooked and intrigued. Pinterest.com is a new social media website that…
A World Defined By Social Media
Tim Tebow has been generating a lot of buzz throughout this 2011-2012 NFL season. Yes, he led the Denver Broncos to the first and second rounds of playoffs; however, most of the buzz created by Tebow was from his move of getting on one knee and starting to pray, despite what was going on around…
The Blackout Caused by SOPA
You may have heard about the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) but may not know much about it. SOPA is a bill that was introduced in the United States House of Representatives on October 26, 2011. “This bill expands the ability of U.S. law enforcement and copyright holders to fight online trafficking in copyrighted intellectual…
YouTube for Schools
In this modern age, schoolteachers are seeking innovative methods to motivate their students to learn. The implementation of different forms of technology-including the Internet-in the classroom is one such approach to encourage and enhance the learning experience. With this goal in mind, YouTube is launching a new, free tool to help teachers and schools work…
Happy Holidays from lotus823
Best Wishes for a Happy Holiday and New Year from all of us at lotus823!…
Google+ Brand Page Tips and Tricks
Lately, the hottest topic in social media has been, without a doubt, Google+. But one of the drawbacks of the new social networking giant is the lack of customization. Don’t worry, you have come to the right place! Mashable listed 10 tips and tricks to help better your Google+ brand page and we have highlighted…
Businesses Giving Back
It’s that magical time of year again, when everyone is reminded to be a little more selfless and have compassion for those less fortunate. Many of us look for ways to reach out to those in need and there’s no better way to get into the holiday spirit! Now more than ever, many businesses are…
Insight on New Facebook Insights
Facebook’s newest addition is called Facebook Page Insights. It allows Facebook Page owners to understand the status of their pages and us that information to expand and reach larger audiences. Understanding Facebook Insights Importance Facebook Page Insights tells you: The total number of likes on your page The number of people who are friends with…
Details of the New Twitter Design
Twitter just recently updated its appearance on its website, mobile apps, and social media integrator. What’s New? Twitter has been reorganized into four categories, both on the website and mobile apps. Home: Your feed will be more consistent across platforms, be able to view photos and videos right in the tweet instead of a side…
