This week, the social media world focused on growth. Whether that’s adding new features, making apps more accessible, or Snapchat’s rapid rise to the top, the constant evolution of these products is what lets us connect in new ways and faster than ever.
1. Silicon Valley Vows to Improve Tech for People With Disabilities
by @lorenzowrites via @huffpost
With the abundance of different technologies we use today, a large number of services are inaccessible to those with disabilities, and while the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not require tech developers to make their products accessible, it’s good to see that Silicon Valley companies are upping their initiatives to make tech available for use by everyone.
2. 21 Awesome Facebook Facts and Statistics You Need To Check Out
by @jeffbullas
Didn’t think Facebook could be any more awesome? Jeff Bullas lays out 21 staggering stats about the social network, like how much time people actually spend playing Farmville, and how many of our grandparents are online.
3. Google Ends Forced G+ Integration: What Does This Mean?
by @Kyle_Volenik via @socialmedia2day
Google is finally ending the forced integration of YouTube with Google+. This means YouTube users no longer need to use their Google+ accounts to comment on video content. Whether this is in competition with Facebook or an attempt to move away from the failed Google+, this is exciting news for trolls everywhere.
4. Snapchat is the Fastest Growing Social Network
by @KymleeIsAwesome via @SocialTimes
This infographic explores the impact of Snapchat’s rapid growth since 2011, and how its progress compares to sites like Facebook and Twitter. Despite being younger than other social giants, Snapchat has enjoyed a swift rise to the top in the past four years.
5. Facebook is Testing New Tags for Your Profile Page
by @jackidove via @TheNextWeb
Taking a page from the LinkedIn playbook, Facebook is testing a new feature that allows you to add tags to your profile. Similar to how LinkedIn lets you endorse your own and others’ skills, Facebook is currently letting a small audience create their own profile tags (and yes, you can use emoji).
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