The best of digital – 2011

As we glance in the rear view mirror at 2011, it is worth noting that the year brought us some shining examples of practical and perky applications, websites and platforms that can keep us engaged nearly 24/7.  While I believe that we  stay too connected to our techno-gadgetry, I find that a recap of the best of the year is worthy of a quick audit.

The following is a compiled list of the “best of” 2011 in several categories. 

The 50 Best Websites of 2011 – TIME Magazine

The 50 Best iPhone Apps of 2011 – TIME Magazine

The Best Blogs of 2011 – TIME Magazine

Top 10 iPhone Medical Apps for 2011 – MobiHealth News

Apple’s Top 5 iPhone & iPad Apps of 2011 – iMedicalApps

Top 10 Marketing Sites, Apps and Tools of 2011 – Larry Chase’s Digest

Top iPhone Apps for Online Marketing – Business Marketing Blog

22 Social Media Marketing Management Software & Services – TopRank

Enjoy!

Alternative questions to ask your prospective digital agency – MarketingVOX

These questions are good for all clients to ask as they engage in digital discussions.

Socializing with the Fortune 500 – eMarketer

A longitudinal study from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Center for Marketing Research shows steady uptake of social media marketing activities by Fortune 500 companies.

via Socializing with the Fortune 500 – eMarketer.

iMedia Connection: Brand Summit Spring ’10 – Social media as mindset, not marketing channel

Social media is most effective when combined with brand objectives and consumer conversations. See how Sprite and 360i were able to reach a key demographic by doing just that.

The rising stars of mobile marketing – Mobile social networks – iMediaConnection.com

Keep your eye on these companies as mobile marketing makes a big move in 2010.

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The Apple tablet will be a giant version of the first iPhone

This is the future hybrid of the iPhone and the tablet PC. Learn more about the latest mobile business tool.

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Mobile internet to replace PCs in 3 years – iMediaConnection.com

Full mobile access is coming soon.  Are you ready?

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Top US companies in need of “Twittervention”

Most U.S. companies are not taking full advantage of the B-to-B and B-to-C opportunities that Twitter and other social media outlets can offer.  Find out more about the hidden advantage of well-executed social media programming.

via Top US Companies in Need of “Twittervention”

9 digital trends to watch in 2010

Marketing in 2010 is shaping up to be even more dynamic than this year. But what changes and trends are poised to make a major impact? Take a look at a few predictions. –iMediaConnection.com

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Second Life takes virtual goods corporate

Last night I attended an education forum with worldwide educators and interested professional participants.  It was impressive,iste event - edu professional and well-attended.  I watched as the event coordinators instructed our avatars (created characters who represent you in this virtual world)  to pick up free gifts and meeting material at the door. There were photos taken.  There was a professional panel of experts.  For all intensive purposes, it ran just like a session at a professional conference without the expense of travel, food and lodging. 

I found it so interesting to see that the networking and socialization that takes place in First Life (aka, real life) was similar to that of any conference or meeting. Conversations were in voice and text.  The presentation was transcribed and recorded.  A live Internet broadcast was made available for those who didn’t have avatars participating in Second Life (SL). 

It looks like SL is going mainstream and that’s good for all of us. Learn more about SL’s step into the real world.

Second Life Takes Virtual Goods Corporate – MarketingVOX.