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Review: Google Analytics BETA

14 April 2011

Interface

Thanks Google for finnally rethinking your entire user interface.  One of the first things I noticed in using the new Google Analytics was the tabbed Accounts Landing Page.  Off to a good start.

It was nice to see all my accounts load, instead of a partial list (on the... keep reading about Review: Google Analytics BETA

Basecamp is retiring support for OpenID

13 April 2011

If you noticed this banner after logging into basecamp recently, you are one of less than 1% of users that will need to change your login.

Basecamp OpenID message

37Signals is ditching OpenID logins. I'm not surprised, as all the geeky features I wanted... keep reading about Basecamp is retiring support for OpenID

2009 Web Marketing Association's Web Awards

20 October 2009
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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, PR, and... keep reading about 2009 Web Marketing Association's Web Awards

2009 W3 Awards

20 October 2009
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web awards

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 major Web competition to be accessible to the biggest agencies, the smallest firms, and everyone... keep reading about 2009 W3 Awards

2009 Interactive Media Awards

09 July 2009

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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,... keep reading about 2009 Interactive Media Awards

2009 Communicator Awards

05 June 2009
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web 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 the largest awards of its kind in... keep reading about 2009 Communicator Awards

Giving Credit Where Credit is Due

22 May 2009

As the 2009 Horizon Interactive Awards winners are declared, Avatar New York is pleased to add a handful of new trophies to their case.

By honoring the most talented developers in interactive media, the Horizon Interactive Award’s mission is to “give credit where credit is due.” This distinguished... keep reading about Giving Credit Where Credit is Due

2009 Horizon Interactive Awards

22 May 2009
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web awards

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, graphic design and marketing backgrounds, review the... keep reading about 2009 Horizon Interactive Awards

5 Reasons Your Company Should be on Twitter

16 April 2009
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social media integration

1. Listen to what people are saying

Twitter is a great tool to find out what people are saying about your company, products, or services.  Some free tools made available to you are:

  • Mentions - this is a quick and easy way to find what people are saying about you. 
    • ...
keep reading about 5 Reasons Your Company Should be on Twitter

Mobile Map Your Friends

18 February 2009
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social media integration

Google has recently released a free application for mobile phone users that will allow you to broadcast your destination and invite your friends to see where you are.  After locating them on your phone’s “Google Map” you can then 'click' them and SMS, IM, email or place a phone call... keep reading about Mobile Map Your Friends

Putting Google Analytics' Advanced Segments to Work

20 January 2009

You may have noticed in your Google Analytics some new features, some of which are in "beta" (which in Google terms pretty much means they're stable.  Remember how long Gmail was in beta for?).  One of these new features should appear in the top right hand corner of your reports... keep reading about Putting Google Analytics' Advanced Segments to Work

Avatar, Lehman and a Bounced Check

07 January 2009

Last month we received a call from The Daily News. In researching Lehman Brothers’ bankruptcy filing they discovered that Avatar New York, was one of companies that would not receive payment for work performed. As the last check had already bounced I wasn’t expecting much.

I was surprised to receive... keep reading about Avatar, Lehman and a Bounced Check

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

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

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