So much for a secret hiding place, eh Batman?
Qwiki: Define: The Future
In a scene from Pixar’s 2008 hit “WALL-E,” the space captain types into his computer: “define: earth.” The computer then begins to display a series of text, images, and video as a computerized voice provides a biographical narration of the earth.
Qwiki hopes to one day revolutionize the way we consume information by bringing that futuristic event into reality. As you can see in the demo video posted below, the tool searches the web to produce a short presentation narrated by a computerized voice as relevant images and video are displayed.
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Tumblr gets a new 503 page thanks to The Oatmeal
When Tumblr’s servers were inexplicably unavailable for over 24 hours recently, users became a bit too comfortable with the familiar “We’ll be back shortly.” Luckily, Matthew Inman of The Oatmeal decided to take matters into his own hands and published an alternative error page:
Hours later after his post was published, Tumblr decided to make his artwork a permanent part of their 503 page.
How to Target Facebook Page Updates by Language or Location
Let’s say you’re a singer. And, since everyone including aspiring boy bands are abandoning Myspace at alarming rates, you have a Facebook page where fans can follow your illustrious career and listen to your lastest songs.
Recently, you’ve started a nationwide tour for your latest album. First stop? San Francisco. Naturally, you decide to update your Facebook page:
Hey, guys! Hear me sing this Friday at 7pm at the Moscone Center! RSVP at the events page!
26 Tips For Getting the Most Out of LinkedIn
LinkedIn is the premier destination for professionals looking to establish new business connections. With over 85 million users, LinkedIn offers users a way to market themselves online for free to employers in the industry they desire to work in. In this post by Social Media Examiner, author Debbie Hemley examines various tools and little-known features that will help you get the most out of your LinkedIn experience.
How to Manage Multiple Twitter Accounts With Ease
Last summer, I had the privilege to work as the social media and marketing intern at ecoAmerica, a non-profit organization dedicated to engaging Americans on the importance of protecting our environment. One of my responsibilities was to manage the Nature Rocks Twitter account, which now boasts over 55,000 followers. Quite a leap from my personal account, eh?
4 Questions With Simply Zesty's Niall Harbison
I recently emailed the folks at Simply Zesty with some questions about social media. Niall Harbison (@NiallHarbison), one of the company’s founders, was kind enough to respond back. The full interview transcript is provided below:
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