Category: Facebook
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Heinz Launch Commerce Via Facebook But Get Security Wrong
Heinz have launched a special offer via their Facebook page that allows “fans” to buy a “limited edition” ketchup. Unfortunately it’s pretty clear that the people behind the integration don’t really understand security or privacy. In order to order the ketchup you need to fill out this form: Now why do they need ALL that…
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The Social Network Available For Pre-Order
The Social Network is probably going to win a lot of awards before the year is out. If you haven’t seen it yet it will be released on DVD and BluRay in Ireland and the UK on February 14th. Play.com have it for €23.99 (bluray) and €18.49 DVD. Both prices include free delivery. Amazon are…
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Irish Teens Digital Lifestyles
I’ve always been fascinated by statistics and surveys, so the Mulley Communications survey on Irish teenagers’ digital habits makes for some interesting reading. You can download a copy of the report directly from their site. Here are some of the highlights: * 14% have a part-time job * 28% spend their money on socialising, 27%…
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The Social Network On Release In Ireland – What Do People Think Of It?
Last weekend The Social Network went on general release in the UK and Ireland. It’s currently playing in most of the cinema chains across Ireland and seems to have been well received. Have you seen it? If you have, what did you think of it? Seemingly Mark Zuckerberg isn’t overly impressed with it, but then…
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Be Careful Mixing Business With Pleasure
For a lot of people a business is known for its staff. In the case of very small companies the staff are the company. So if you are in business and you are using Twitter / Facebook bear that in mind. If your “personal” account is going to be associated, even indirectly, with your business…
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Using Social Media – Some Experiences
I posted at length over on the Blacknight Blog about some of our experiences with using social media in a business. Any feedback would be appreciated (preferably over there!)