Twitter’s new TV Timelines, changes to Swarm, how the Internet celebrated #InternationalWomensDay, and some annoying social media habits you should avoid if you’re heading to #SXSW – all this and more in this week’s #MMSocialReport!
1. Twitter experiments with ‘TV Timelines’
by @LanceUlanoff via @mashsocialmedia
Good news for those who like to live tweet! This week, Twitter started testing a new feature that allows users who tweet TV-show-related words, phrases, or hashtags a more convenient way to view related content from their mobile feeds.
2. Swarm Launches Direct Messaging, Ditches Awkward Public Plans
by @jordanrcrook via @TechCrunch
Following the trend of the omnipresent direct-messaging feature, Swarm has terminated “plans” and introduced a more private way to connect with friends. Has Swarm finally found a way to please users who long for the old Foursquare?
3. 25 Inspiring Women to Follow on Twitter
by @katewinick via @ELLEMagazine
Within the past couple of years, more celebrities than ever have become vocal advocates for feminism, joining the global conversation online. In celebration of International Women’s Day, ELLE compiled a list of influential women on social media. P.S.: Keep an eye out for Metter Media’s own list, coming soon!
4. 5 #SXSW Social Media No-Nos
by @PatrickCoffee via @Adweek
The South by Southwest music and film festival in Austin is being live-tweeted by the masses (just check out #SXSW). Adweek has a video for those tempted to get a little bit braggy with their updates.
5. We Are All Connected: The Power of the Social Media Ecosystem
by @newtonpl via @intelligentHQ
In case you haven’t heard, social media has changed everything about how businesses run. But it’s not just about posting on a regular basis, this article reiterates the importance of constant engagement and how being part of your community is the key to your brand’s success.
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