February 2012
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QR codes: worth a scan or just a fad?
Is it just me or do QR codes seem to have taken over Hong Kong? From websites to print ads, bus backs to the window displays at swanky department stores, these pixilated boxes have almost become impossible to miss. I know the technology isn’t exactly new but the trend only seems to have just caught on in our neck of the woods as more businesses become social media savvy.
For those unfamiliar with...
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#SMWHK Round Two - Ding Ding!
After being left disappointed by #SMWHK yesterday, we started the second half of the week with caution - had we pre-paid for a series of events that were destined to leave us feeling short changed?
Last night we ventured to the Apple Store to watch Casey Lau, who is highly regarded in Hong Kong for his involvement in HK’s digital space and passion for social media. We can happily say the...
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#SMWHK Falls Flat
In case you haven’t checked your Twitter feed, scrolled through your Facebook timeline or logged on to FourSquare this week, stop what you’re doing and get connected: Social Media Week Hong Kong (#SMWHK) is finally here!
Following the success of last year’s inaugural Social Media Week, our team has been looking forward to this year’s line-up for a few months. As active users of a variety of social...
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The Power of Pinterest
Apparently Pinterest is the next big thing social media ‘thing’. If you are not acquainted with this site, the best way to describe it is a virtual pinboard. I have only just started using it, but it really is addictive. I see an outfit inspiration or a design I like (yes, I am using is solely for personal use) and I pin it. It’s a great mood board for my virtual blog and real...