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Firefox's Ubiquity is like Quicksilver for the Web

05 December 2008
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web design & development

I'm a big fan of Quicksilver, an application launcher for the mac (that's really an understatement, because you can do a so much more than just launch applications, but I digress).  So when I came across this Firefox plugin called Ubiquity the other day, I became immediately excited.  Ubiquity is... keep reading about Firefox's Ubiquity is like Quicksilver for the Web

Avatar New York in the Winners Circle for the 2008 IMA Awards

02 December 2008
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web awards

Interactive Media Awards celebrate 5 forms of excellence.  Websites are evaluated on these criteria: Design, Content, Feature Functionality, Usability and Standards Compliance.  Winners of IMA’s excel beyond their competitors in showcasing their ability to connect with their users and the industry in a cutting-edge way.  For New York web... keep reading about Avatar New York in the Winners Circle for the 2008 IMA Awards

Avatar New York Awarded Project from Urban Clothing Retailer Jimmy Jazz

17 November 2008
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e-commerce

For the latest in hip-hop and urban trends, people look to Jimmy Jazz for the hottest sneakers, clean-lined styles, and most up-to-date street fashions. Jimmy Jazz offers the name brands that women, men and kids crave and now award-winning web design firm, Avatar New York (www.avatarnewyork.com), has been awarded the... keep reading about Avatar New York Awarded Project from Urban Clothing Retailer Jimmy Jazz

5 Essential Drupal Modules for SEO

08 November 2008
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seo
drupal
cms

Here at Avatar New York, we frequently use the open source Content Management System (CMS), Drupal, to build most of our content heavy websites.  In my opinion it's one of the best CMS's out there.  With that being said, it still has a few quirks.  One of my complaints is... keep reading about 5 Essential Drupal Modules for SEO

2008 Interactive Media Awards

03 November 2008
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e-commerce
web awards

The Interactive Media Awards™ recognize the highest standards of excellence in website design and development and honor individuals and organizations for their outstanding achievement.

Created by the Interactive Media Council, Inc. (IMC), a nonprofit organization of leading web designers, developers, programmers, advertisers and other web-related professionals, the competition is designed... keep reading about 2008 Interactive Media Awards

Avatar New York Now Green on Both Sides of the Fence

24 October 2008
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avatar new york

Since it's founding, New York Web Design firm Avatar New York has been proactive in their part to protecting our environment.  From replacing bottled water with a filtration system, to recycling electronics and trash, hibernating computers, using energy efficient light bulbs, and... keep reading about Avatar New York Now Green on Both Sides of the Fence

A Golden Year for Avatar New York

21 October 2008
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new york web design
avatar new york
web awards

Avatar New York has just received 4 new awards from W³ and the International Academy of Visual Arts (IAVA). Recognized in the industry for honoring both large and small businesses, W³ emphasizes outstanding work throughout the media, interactive, advertising, and marketing industries. Entries are evaluated based on... keep reading about A Golden Year for Avatar New York

2008 W3 Awards

13 October 2008
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web awards

New York Web Design w3 Award

The W³ Awards honors creative excellence on the Web, and recognizes the creative and marketing professionals behind award winning Websites, Web Video and Online Marketing programs. Simply put, the W³ is the first... keep reading about 2008 W3 Awards

Simple way to increase conversions with Google AdWords

29 September 2008
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analytics
adwords

Many people wonder if they are getting the best use out of their ad budget when using Google AdWords. One very simple tool to better focus your campaign and target your audience, thereby increasing conversions, is to use Google’s “create an ad variation” tool. To access this tool you need... keep reading about Simple way to increase conversions with Google AdWords

One More in the Pocket

26 September 2008
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web awards

The verdict is out and New York web design firm Avatar New York is a winner! After 16 wins in the summer, the fall is looking promising with a Web Marketing Association Web Award “Shopping Standard of Excellence” for their web work on Strathmore, www.strathmore.com.  While it is... keep reading about One More in the Pocket

2008 Web Marketing Association's Web Awards

26 September 2008
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web awards

What makes the WebAward Competition special?


The Web Marketing Association was founded in 1997 to help set a high standard for Internet marketing and development of the best websites on the World Wide Web. Staffed by volunteers, this organization is made up of Internet marketing, online advertising,... keep reading about 2008 Web Marketing Association's Web Awards

Avatar New York is all grown up

27 August 2008

Just a few months ago, Avatar New York LLC, a New York Web Design and Technology Firm was celebrating a massive round of award wins, 10 in total.  Instead of kicking up their feet, Avatar New York kept the momentum going with the launch of their own... keep reading about Avatar New York is all grown up

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14 August 2008

 

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Affordable Business Web Site Design & Maintenance - STF-Web Designs is a small Canadian web design company based in Elliot Lake, On. We specialize in providing affordable business web site design &... keep reading about rlinks

2008 Horizon Interactive Awards

11 August 2008
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web awards

horizon

The Horizon Interactive Awards is a prestigious international competition recognizing outstanding achievement among interactive media producers.

In January of each year, the Horizon Interactive Awards receives hundreds of entries from all over the world. A panel of industry professionals, from diverse multi-media,... keep reading about 2008 Horizon Interactive Awards

2008 Communicator Awards

11 August 2008
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web awards

communicator awards

The Communicator Awards is the leading international awards program honoring creative excellence for Communications Professionals. Founded by communication professionals over a decade ago, The Communicator Awards received over 8,000 entries from companies and agencies of all sizes, making it one of... keep reading about 2008 Communicator Awards