Mfarhanonline Social Media News: Spring is definitely in the air despite the frigid weather here on the East coast. If you’ve been out enjoying the sun, we seriously can’t blame you. Mfarhanonline is here, however, to help you get up to speed on any social media resources or tools you might have missed. Below you can find stories on how to hack the summer startup accelerator programs, tips for better business blogging, why the current tech scene is different from the 90s bubble, and what Rebecca Black may not be great for our culture. The situation in Japan is also slowly improving but much help is still needed. Check below for some new ways you can help the relief effort online. Looking for even more social media resources? This guide appears every weekend, and you can check out all the lists-gone-by here any time. Editors’ Picks Why AT&T Bought T-Mobile AT&T, maligned for its inability to keep up with growing mobile data usage, thinks it has found the solution to its network woes. The Age of Mediocrity: Why Rebecca Black Is Everyone's Fault OPINION In a world where everyone’s a publisher, musician and video star, what happens to our culture? The Fundamentals & Best Practices of Logo Design From brand new companies staking their identity to big players looking for a refresh, the complexities of logo design should not be underestimated. We spoke with industry pros about the process. How Tribeca Is Changing the Way We Think About Online Film Festivals The Tribeca (Online) Film Festival aims to bring features and short films to audiences around the world and hopes to help redefine how we think about online film festivals. Why Xbox Kinect Technology Will Be the Next Frontier for Marketers If you're among the many marketers trying to grasp the game-changing impact of Xbox’s motion-controlled add-on Kinect, you're! not alo ne. Here’s why your brand needs a strategy now. Sword & Sworcery: The Most Anticipated iPad Game You've Never Heard Of Mix old school adventuring, tactile controls, a dynamic musical score and Twitter integration, and you’ve got Sword & Sworcery, a unique new game coming to the iPad. Social Media Interview: Guy Kawasaki Talks With Mfarhanonline at SXSW VIDEO At SXSW 2011, well-known blogger, venture capitalist and former Apple luminary Guy Kawasaki sits down for an interview with Mfarhanonline’s Christina Warren. 9 Newsworthy Twitpics That Captivated the World Citizen journalism has been responsible for many memorable photos from recent global events, and platforms like Twitter mean those images can be shared almost instantly. LinkedIn Surpasses 100 Million Users INFOGRAPHIC The LinkedIn team has released an infographic breaking down its growth and its overall membership. It comes with several interesting tidbits of information on who uses LinkedIn and even when they use it. Why Your Email Inbox Is Bringing Home the Bacon INFOGRAPHIC This infographic shows an increase in spam’s legitimate cousin, bacon. HOW TO: Use Facebook Social Plugins on Your Website There are many different Facebook social plugins to choose from – here are four of the top plugins for business and tips on how and when to use them. Twitter's Long History With Malware INFOGRAPHIC Here’s a brief, graphically organized history of Twitter and users’ experiences with malignant code and bad intentions. How the Web Has Changed Our Perception of Copyright Law While legislation continues to move at a glacial pace, the future of online intellectual property is being battled out in the courtroom and the blogosphere. Color CEO on the Future of Social Networking INTERVIEW Color is a company Nguyen & his team intend to turn into a billion dollar company by becoming the social network of the future. Caption This Mfarhanonline Comic CONTEST Think you've got what it takes to get a laugh on! the Int erTubes? Prove it. 8 Ways To Help #Japan After the Earthquake Here are some new ways you can use social media to help the relief efforts in Japan. HOW TO: Get the Most Out of Advanced Social Media Search If you need a smarter way to get real-time and social updates out of Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn, look no further than this guide full of tricks and search operators. For more social media news and resources, you can follow Mfarhanonline’s social media channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook . Tech & Mobile Review: Phosphor Reveal Watch Rotates Tiny Crystals to Tell Time VIDEO & PICS You’ve probably never seen a mechanical digital watch before, and certainly nothing like this: It’s the Phosphor Reveal, using an array of rotating Swarovski plastic crystals to display the time. Wired Fashion: 10 Items of Connected Clothing for Gadget Lovers Whether you want built-in headphones, pockets perfect for your iPod or even clothing capable of making calls, there are solutions available. 16 Rad Retro Gaming Accessories for Your Home or Office PICS We’ve got 16 items that will bring a little retro gaming chic to your home or office with familiar characters from arcade and console classics decorating all manner of items including doormats, lampshades and even an ice cube tray. 4 Free Apps For Discovering Great Content On the Go With so much content on the web, it can be hard to cut through the noise. Here are four free mobile apps that show you the good stuff. Are Cross-Platform Mobile App Frameworks Right for Your Business? There are a few tools out there that will automatically port your mobile app code across platforms, but they’re not perfect. Here are a few things to consider before you jump in. 4 Reasons Today's Tech Scene Differs From the '90s Bubble There’s been a lot of worry over the valuation of tech and social media startups. Are we due for another crash? Some industry analysts don’t think so. Why The AT&T & T-Mobile Deal Won't! Change the Industry Much has been made of the massive mobile deal but here’s why it won’t actually change the industry. 5 Mobile App Trends You Can't Ignore Mobile apps are constantly evolving. From localized content to cloud-based storage, here are the mobile app features we expect to explode this year. New Tablet: Is the Revised Galaxy Tab 10.1 an iPad 2 Killer? GALLERY Samsung’s redesigned 10.1-inch Galaxy Tab is thinner and lighter than an iPad 2. But can it compete against the Apple juggernaut? 10 Key Considerations for Your Mobile Web Design Strategy Before you embark on your mobile web design project, stop and think about your goals, and what you want users to get out of their mobile experience. HOW TO: Sign, Seal, Deliver Docs Without A Printer Or Scanner HelloFax removes the need to print out, sign, scan-in and send documents by digitizing the process. 6 Deliciously Designed iPhone Apps for Better Baking Whether you crave cupcakes, fancy a fruit flan or are desirous of a delicious dessert, we’ve found six apps that offer some scrumptious recipes for you to have a crack at. How AI Advances Are Making Virtual Service Reps Smarter Frustrated with that computer voice on the other end of the customer service line? Advances in natural language processing will offer better results in the near future. 10 Security Gadgets to Keep Your Stuff Safe on the Go Whether you want a laptop lock, a portable safe or even a privacy screen solution, we’ve found 10 top security and anti-theft products that will help you keep your kit secure when out and about. 10 Key Considerations for Your Mobile Web Design Strategy Before you embark on your mobile web design project, stop and think about your goals, and what you want users to get out of their mobile experience. 7 Tips for Launching a Successful Podcast Focusing your topic, investing in the right equipment, and brand building are all part the recipe for podcasting success. For more tech news and resources, you can follow Mfarhanonline’s! tech ch annel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook . Business & Marketing 5 Online Communities to Help With Your Career There are several online communities where you can network and find leads to help you further your career. Here are our top five. 4 Innovative Ways to Use Web Video for Small Business How does a small business compete with a whole Internet of viral videos? Click through for five ways that small businesses can take advantage of web video without blowing their budgets The Pros and Cons Of Tumblr For Small Business If you're a small business owner with your finger hovering over the "Start posting!" button, consider some of these pressing questions. Why Sales Is Still Missing From Social CRM Why have sales departments been so slow to fully utilize social media, and how can they get involved? Here’s a closer look at the trend, and some tips for making the leap. 5 Tips for Maintaining Brand Consistency Across Social Media Experts provide 5 tips for maintaining brand consistency across Twitter, Facebook and other forms of social media. Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid on Your Company Blog Don’t make these common blogging blunders. 5 Ways Retailers Are Winning Big With Facebook Commerce Turning “Likes” into sales can be a challenge, but some brands have had strong results. Here’s a look at a few Facebook commerce success stories. 10 Tips for Posting on Your Brand's Facebook Page What kind of voice should your Page have, and how often should you share? These 10 Dos and Don’ts will set you in the right direction. HOW TO: Keep Prying Eyes Off Your Sensitive Online Tax Documents If you’re filing your taxes online, it’s worth it to take a few extra precautions. Why Custom Menswear Brand J. Hilburn Waited 3 Years To Add Ecommerce J. Hilburn, a thriving three-year-old brand that focuses on made-to-measure dress shirts and other men’s apparel, has launched an ecommerce site. 5 Challenges for Human Resources in a Digital World As organizations and bus! iness le aders position themselves for the future, the following five workplace challenges will continue to change human resources. How One Group of Startups and Investors Traded the Elevator Pitch for the Ski Lift Only in startup fundraising does a ski lift make an ideal work environment. 7 Common Mistakes Startups Make on Accelerator Program Applications Thinking of throwing your startup into the ring for a summer mentorship and funding program? These 7 common mistakes are easy to avoid when you’re looking out for them. 11 Pro Tips for Better Business Blogging We asked a panel of successful young entrepreneurs how to ensure that your blogging efforts remain on point, effective and primed for success. How Groupon Uses the Cloud to Scale Its Business We had a chance to talk to Ryan Miller and Chris Bland from Groupon about how the company has so quickly scaled its business. How LinkedIn Is Taking Care of Business INFOGRAPHIC A look at LinkedIn’s stats as the company surpasses 100 million users and readies an IPO. Ecommerce Around the World INFOGRAPHIC Ecommerce is a booming business in the U.S. and across the globe — and it’s not slowing down anytime soon. 5 Tips for Creating Your Own Group Buying Deals Why go through Groupon or LivingSocial when you can reap the benefits of your own group buying deals? Here are 5 things to consider before diving in. For more business news and resources, you can follow Mfarhanonline’s business channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook . Image courtesy of Webtreats Etc. 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