42 New Digital Media Resources You May Have Missed

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Zachary Sniderman
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42 New Digital Media Resources You May Have Missed
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With all the panels, tech, and startup buzz, we were still able to crank out another round of great digital tools and resources you may have missed. Take a look through to find stories on Egypt's digital revolution, tips to improve your YouTube channel, and which social sites are best for particular marketing outcomes.

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

What the Egyptian Revolution Taught Al Jazeera About Digital

The crisis taught Al Jazeera a number of lessons about digital media -- lessons we’ll see the impact of as it continues to cover ongoing turmoil in other parts of the Middle East.

How Google & Bing Keep Spam Out of Search

Spammers are getting sophisticated -- here's what Google and Bing are doing to keep spam out of their search results.

10 Terrific Tilt-Shift iPhone Photos

We've hand-picked some brilliant iPhone photos that use tilt-shift to great effect.

Here's a list of some of the best Japan earthquake resources online, as suggested by our readers.

5 Ways To Integrate Technology Into Your Child’s Education

Technology can be an asset to the learning process, if used appropriately. Here are five tips for integrating technology into your child's education.

5 Innovative Mobile Marketing Campaigns

From interactive banner ads to Google Goggles, here are 5 innovative mobile marketing campaigns from various industries.

Social Media

Roger Ebert’s Inspiring Digital Transformation

Roger Ebert credited a life-long love affair with technology for giving him the inspiration to both find his “voice” and continue his career on the Internet.

Dog: Man’s Best Facebook Friend, Too? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Okay dog-loving Facebook users, you did realize that people are setting up Facebook and Twitter accounts for their dogs, didn't you?

A Look at Mashable Connect 2011

We’ve noticed a lot of excitement around Mashable Connect 2011, our invite-only event at Walt Disney World in Florida this coming May. Apply for an invitation now!

Foursquare 3.0 Has Arrived: Here’s What’s New

Foursquare is releasing version 3.0 with recommendations, new special types and American Express rewards.

80+ Can’t Miss Things To See & Do at SXSW 2011

Heading to Austin this week? Here's a list of must-attend sessions, workshops and screenings at this year's Southby. Don't miss it!

The Future of Social Search

As data from social networks is increasingly pulled into search engines like Google and Bing, search results are changing. Here's what the future may hold.

Why Curation Is Important to the Future of Journalism

Journalism is thriving thanks in no small part to the role and importance of the online media curator.

How The New York Times Is Incorporating Social & Algorithmic Recommendations

The New York Times released Thursday a finished version of the Recommendations platform it quietly introduced into beta in late January.

8 Simple Ways to Improve Your YouTube Channel

We spoke with YouTube's product manager for consumer channels to find out the best ways to make the most of a channel's appearance, usability and engagement.

Hacktivism: Startup Mentality for the Non-Profit Sector

Here's a look at some of the minds behind this new phenomenon and the ways they are helping charities around the world.

Pitching 101 [COMIC]

Have a great idea that's really going to disrupt the tech space? No. No, you don't.

For more social media news and resources, you can follow Mashable's social media channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.

Tech & Mobile

Who’s Really Scanning All Those QR Codes? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Who's scanning QR codes, what kinds of devices are they using and what brands are running QR code campaigns?

6 Successful SXSW Startup Launch Stories

These five companies (plus one author) effectively used the multi-industry conference as a launchpad.

HANDS ON: Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard Made For iPhone, iPad [VIDEO]

Here's a foldable portable keyboard from Verbatim that's specifically designed for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. How well does it work?

10 Great Desktop Gadgets to Quench Your Thirst

Whether you take tea, can't live without coffee or are partial to pop, we've found 10 solutions that will help you provide your own own liquid refreshments throughout the working day.

Desktop Farming: 10 Gadgets for Growing a Cubicle Garden

If you're stuck in a cubicle, or behind a desk, then we've got 10 excellent gadgets, gizmos and other solutions that will see you enjoying the pleasures of desktop gardening in no time at all.

Hands-on With iOS 4.3 [PHOTOS]

A full walkthrough of what's new and updated in iOS 4.3 for iPad and iPhone.

How Accurate Is Your Smartphone’s GPS? [MAP]

With your location increasingly being utilized in mobile apps, an important question is just how accurate is your phone’s GPS? According to data obtained from shopping rewards app Shopkick, not very.

13 Potential Breakout Apps To Watch at SXSW 2011

What will be the Twitter of SXSW 2011? There are plenty of companies that are convincing possibilities, most of them mobile apps. Our 13 top picks are listed in this post.

Why Everyone Is Talking About Node

Node.js has been hailed as “the new Ruby on Rails” by the developer community. But does it deserve the hype?

5 Social Apps That Will Make SXSW More Intimate

If you're worried that SXSW is getting a bit too hectic, these 5 apps can help you connect with the right people and make some time to discuss big ideas.

iPad 2 vs. Competitors: Battle of the Tablet Specs [INFOGRAPHIC]

Here’s the iPad 2 matched up against the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10, the HP Touchpad and the LG G-Slate.

Firefox 4: What You Need To Know

Firefox 4's final release is imminent. Here's what's new.

HOW TO: Add Social Sharing Buttons to Your Website

Here's a quick guide to the best practices for adding social sharing buttons to your site or blog.

28 Cases For Your New iPad 2 [PICS]

Are you getting an iPad 2? Here are 28 cases for your new tablet.

For more tech news and resources, you can follow Mashable's tech channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.

Business

4 Simple Programs for Managing Employee Goals

These four programs concentrate on the features small businesses need to track employee goals at a price they can afford.

How Fashion Retailers Are Redefining E-Commerce With Social Media

The web provides unprecedented access to fashion retail brands, and startups and heavyweights alike have been tapping in to boost direct sales to consumers.

5 Essential Business Collaboration Apps for iPad

There are a handful of iPad apps that jump to the forefront of any discussion on business collaboration tools. Here are five essentials.

5 Free Tools For Creating a Screencast

Show people how your product works instead of telling them about it using these five free tools.

5 Smart Social PR Campaigns to Learn From

PR these days is about more than magazine ads and television spots. Here are 5 clever and effective uses of social media as a PR vehicle.

Why QR Codes Will Go Mainstream [OPINION]

QR codes are finally about to break into the mainstream market. Here are reasons why and tips for how advertisers can get the most out of their mobile campaigns

5 Free BlackBerry Apps for Business

We've picked out some free business apps for your BlackBerry to help you get the most out of your mobile workhorse.

5 Useful iPhone Apps for Analyzing Your Website’s Success On the Go

You don't have to be tied to your desk to check up on your website's vital statistics -- there are a wealth of great iPhone apps that will help you do it on the go.

HOW TO: Promote Your Startup for Free at SXSW

Free ways to promote your startup at South by Southwest Interactive.

Which Social Sites Are Best for Which Marketing Outcomes? [INFOGRAPHIC]

If you're doing any social media marketing, here's something for you to print out and hang up near your desk as a handy point of reference.

5 Tips for Better Advertising in Mobile Apps

Welcome to the era of "appvertising." Here are some tips for getting the most out of interactive mobile ads.

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