This week, I’ve been thinking quite a lot about Instagram. And you probably have been, too, due to the large amount of buzz the photo-sharing app has been getting lately. These mentions across multiple online news channels aren’t for naught, however. Instagram has actually pushed out a number of updates in the form of new features. And they have been…
Uber is crushing the taxi industry that has dominated New York City for so many years, but now NYC cabbies may have finally figured out a way to fight it, Lyft and a whole array of on-demand transit apps that have cropped up in recent years. Arro is a new app for iPhone and Android that aims to connect you…
What is it? Foodworthy, a photo-based food rating app on iOS devices, has finally launched. The app encourages users to share their restaurant experiences by posting pictures of their food and reviewing these particular meals. Structured like Instagram, Foodworthy’s competition would be services such as Yelp, although I can taste a hint of Foursquare in the way the app encourages…
1. “Boxes” Redesigns Organization: A Discovery Platform for Belongings Photo courtesy of Social Times A new app named “Boxes” is designed to help users organize their personal belongings, as well as have the option to share them with or sell them to others. Check out the new app here. 2. Instagram Tops Snapchat and Vine in Satisfaction and Buzz…
1. The Five C’s of Social Media Success Photo courtesy of SocialTimes SocialTimes reveals the five keys to a successful social media presence. For example, developing engaging content can help increase engagement, despite the decline in organic reach. Discover all of the 5 C’s of social media success here. 2. Social 2.0: What “Project Lightning” and “See First” Mean…
1. 6 Pinterest Marketing Tips You Can Use Today Photo courtesy of Social Media Today Only five percent of U.S. businesses are active on Pinterest, despite the platform proving effective in driving sales. Check out the six tips for optimizing your Pinterest profile here. 2. 6 Quick Tips for Using Social Media to Boost SEO Photo courtesy of Social…
Do you find yourself getting distracted when you’re scrolling through your social media feeds and rapidly jumping from one platform to the next? You are not alone – in fact, humans have a smaller attention span than goldfish! If your brand’s content doesn’t snag your audience’s attention in 8 seconds, you may be losing out on potential followers. Photo courtesy…
1. 3 Creative Ways to Use Twitter Hashtags to Promote Your Business Photo courtesy of SocialTimes Many brands make use of relevant hashtags, but hashtag strategies such as encouraging loyal customers to create content can elevate your brand’s presence. Learn all three hashtag tips here. 2. How to Create Compelling Live Broadcasts with Meerkat or Periscope Photo courtesy of…
Some of life’s most precious moments can pass you by while you are staring at your phone. With multiple social media channels available at our fingertips, sharing, chatting, tweeting and engaging with others has become second nature for many and is hard to turn off. Smartphone in hand, people now seem to spend more time snapping the perfect photo for…
1. Report: Sporting Events and Concerts Are the Most Social Photo courtesy of SocialTimes Live events are becoming increasingly social. While sporting events and concerts see some of the highest engagement, many other types of events also have users sharing branded content. See how to expand your brand’s reach at events here. 2. Facebook Eyes Music-Streaming Service (Report) Photo courtesy…