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Our Shifting Notion of Search, Social and Mobile.

Direct Marketing Observations

10 years ago seems so 10 years ago in the world of search, social and mobile. Take for example search. Looking back at MySpace, it almost looks like pre-Y2k web Dev. In the world of mobile, the evolution has been nothing short of dramatic. Now the mobile device is an extension of our desktop. doesn’t it?

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The History of Social Media in 33 Key Moments

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For example, the PLATO system, developed by the University of Illinois in 1970, had many features of an early social media network but was largely used in academia. Myspace: “A place for friends” (2003) Friendster rival Myspace (originally styled as MySpace) quickly became the go-to site for millions of hip teens.

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A Social Media Status Quo Pt.1-Japan

Mindjumpers

The population is extremely mobile-centric, which has lead brands to focus their energy on engaging consumers through social media on mobile devices. However the network’s slow reaction to become smartphone compatible was rather late and eventually resulted in a loss of users similar to Myspace. Behavioural insights.

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YouTube - What is LinkedIn? Part 2

Buzz Marketing for Technology

A practical example of how LinkedIn works. A practical example of how LinkedIn works. LinkedIn Mobile Demo for the iPhone. Facebook Vs. MySpace (and LinkedIn). What is LinkedIn? Rate: 1 ratings Sign in to rate. Views: 288. watch in standard quality. watch in high quality. more share options ). fewer share options ).

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4 Little Known Facts About Startups in the USA

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Startups are Driving the Mobile Payment Arena. For example, everyone is jumping on the e-commerce bandwagon because that’s where the money is. Who really wants to compare deals on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, MySpace, and the next hot spot for social marketing while they’re standing in an aisle? Make it Easy!

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Six Links Worthy Of Your Attention #122

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"In an interesting example of quantified self and new interfaces, the Ibis hotel is using bed sensors and robot arms to paint pictures of your sleep patterns. Amazon in talks to buy TI mobile chip arm: paper - Reuters. " (Alistair for Hugh). My name is Ozymandias, king of kings: Look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair!'"

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Social Media From A Worldwide Perspective: Japan

Mindjumpers

The population is extremely mobile-centric, which has lead brands to focus their energy on engaging consumers through social media on mobile devices. However the networks slow reaction to become smartphone compatible was rather late and eventually resulted in a loss of users similar to Myspace. Behavioural insights.