Metter Media Social Report, April 3rd, 2015

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More than ever, social media channels are listening to the preferences and concerns of their users, and the result is a constant evolution of the apps and sites we love. This week, Twitter launched its homegrown alternative to Storify, and added promoted tweets to user profiles. Facebook targeted THOSE people on your newsfeed with a new service for parents, and Yik Yak founders discussed staying true to their niche following. Lastly, Snapchat execs addressed the concerns about privacy, bugs, and transparency in an exclusive and rare interview. Ch-ch-ch-changes!

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Metter Media Social Report, March 20th, 2015

pearl jam rhapsody

Social media capabilities are improving! This week, bitly announced deep linking for mobile apps, and Twitter partnered with a top music service so you can stream songs in your tweets. We also answer the big question – what is Facebook doing to adapt to new trends, both good and bad?

Finally, let’s look at some strategies to keep your cool around people on the Internet who make you want to set your computer on fire.

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Metter Media Social Report, Jan. 24, 2015

In this week’s #MMSocialReport – tips to enhance your visual content, an insightful analysis of the New York Times‘ year in social media, the complex relationship between technology and stress, and some of the best blogs on the internet you should be watching.Continue reading

Metter Media Social Report, Jan. 9, 2015

ICYMI: Facebook has acquired a tech startup and 2015 has been deemed the year of the crowd. Of all the blog posts and articles floating around the Internet this week, we’ve rounded up a few useful posts you may have missed, covering news, trends, and features.Continue reading