More news from Facebook! / Happy Thanksgiving

I know we were not assigned to blog this week but when I read this I knew I had to put it up on the blog. So I'll keep it short, basically Facebook has officially trademarked the word 'face'- probably did this to avoid other sites that could copy their idea. Crazy world ahah..

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Facebook Trademarks "Face"

Tell people how you REALLY feel...

Have you ever been doing your homework aka surfing Facebook, and found someone's status that you didn't like? When the Facebook team implemented the 'like' button people went crazy and liked everything, but that's not always the case is it? I can think of countless time where I'm on Facebook, looking at people's statuses and thinking..."this is ridiculous". For all of you that share my feelings on this pressing issue, have no fear haha.

Now, thanks to a Firefox Plugin, you can dislike things on Facebook. Let's really about this, we all have that one friend that posts annoying comments, photos, videos, and updates their status every 3.4 seconds. With this new tool, we can visually, with the 'dislike' button show our friends how we feel!

This function requires installation and is still in the experimental stages but the way it works is that once you have the option for 'dislike' it will pop up next to your 'like' feature on your Facebook. Seems pretty straightforward, but I was surprised that this Facebook feature would actually happened!

What do you guys think?? Ready to be honest?

This will blow your mind...

This is awesome to say the least. I don't want to give this away so watch the 35 second video before reading my post!!
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Ok, now that you're all blown away by that, what do you think??? Introducing Dell's Hybrid Tablet. Literally, as you saw, the hybrid tablet flips open and becomes a netbook. Honestly, what else could they come up with?? Not only can you have your cake, but you can eat it too! A tablet and laptop, together. This beauty is set to launch next week and I'm sure will become popular fast.

For all those who are tech savvy: The Windows 7 machine has a dual core Intel Atom CPU, 10-in touchscreen and FULL keyboard that *magically* appears as you open and flip the lid.

Who's going to buy one first?? Would you rather buy this than the ever so popular Apple Ipad??

Merry Christmas...a month early!

Well...not to beat a dead horse but I'm sure everyone has seen their fair share of Christmas decorations peeking through the Halloween and Thanksgiving festivities...it's only natural for our culture to completely ignore Thanksgiving and more straight to Christmas, right? Seems that way. If you've been to Macy's in the last few weeks, you would have to be blind not to see all of the red and green decorations and elaborate lights- and honestly there is no need to even go to the store, just look at the website...it's obvious.

Well why not get into the holiday spirit before we even get through Thanksgiving?

We've entered into an ago of social media, where everything we do is online...pretty much. Think about all of the things you do in a day that involve your phone or some form of social media: Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, text, call, check email, play games, take notes, voice record teachers, check the weather, check your calendar, listen to music, and even buy movie tickets. For this holiday season, apps are stepping up to the plate and generating a lot of buzz. I introduce to you: Social Shopping Apps. So if you weren't lazy enough last year getting those last minute gifts...have no fear and maintain your comfortable position on the couch.

One site in particular that has developed an app is 'Amazon Windowshop'. Generally used on an ipad or any tablet but, essentially lets you look through products thoroughly and on the go. So, no need to sit at your computer and shop...why not get cozy on the couch with your tablet  and a hot chocolate and go from there? Itching for more?? Luckily, the app offers the same technology that the online website does, presenting the opportunity to buy items on the spot. Once you've bought or browsed you can connect your findings to Facebook and Twitter so that everyone knows what you're doing, as always!

Fore more holiday tips and fun check out this 'how-to' guide on Christmas Shopping Applications: Holiday Apps

Happy Holidays!

Facebook + Sexiest Man Alive = Genius

If you aren't familiar with 'People' Magazine or read it at all, I've got some news for you guys, preferably for the ladies in the class. By some gift from God, People Magazine is bringing its infamous "Sexiest Man Alive" campaign to Facebook. The editors and publishers from 'People' say that they have brought together five different celebrities that are more than just a pretty face and washboard abs... not that we mind, but these notable men have a strong 'social media presence'.

I think I've kept you waiting long enough, who are our hunks??

Pauly D

Chad Ochocinco

Enrique Iglesias

Isaiah Mustafa (Old Spice)

Vin Diesel

                                                                                                         

*Now that 'People' have brought this to Facebook, the obvious dominanting social networking site, I'm sure they'll get plenty of hits and it will be successful for sure...

The big question: Who's your pick (boys, don't be shy)

I think I'm going to go with...........................'Old Spice Guy'--he's hilarious. Check out this commerical and see why he deserves your vote: Old Spice Commercial

Digital Birth

I was going through some news and came across this story that talked about parents posting pictures of their kids before they are even born! This internet security company called AVG did a hug survey on moms in North America and some countries in Europe and discovered at 81% of kids that are no older that two years old, already posses a Facebook identity, absolutely crazy.

According to the research, "the average digital birth of children happens at around six months with a third (33%) of children's photos and information posted online within weeks of being born". What do you guys think of this? I wouldn't say it's bad or negative in any way... but it doesn't feel right for some reason and I can't pinpoint it!

In addition to this, the study showed that 7% of babies and toddlers have email addresses set up for them by parents, and 5% have a network profile! Why ???

The only plausible reason for any of this is sharing the news or your baby or things that are going on in their lives with you family and friends but, there is still something kind of weird about it.

The more I think about it I have come to the conclusion as to why I may be a little turned off to this idea... with all the controversy lately in young adults lives of having this archived identify on Facebook, aren't these parents in a way jump-starting this process for them?? It's interesting to think about!

Facebook Status's of the Past

Thought this was hilarious and wanted to share it with you guys! Take a look at some of the different Facebook status's of the past if it would have existed! I LOVE THIS!

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