Posts Tagged ‘social networks’

Expanded Forums for Social Networks and Mobile Devices

Friday, February 22nd, 2008

For seven years, BigBlueBall has been one of the few reliable resources on the web for coverage of all instant messenger networks. In those seven years, we’ve seen IM products come and go, and been here with you all the way. Your instant messaging contact list was then, and still is today, the original social network.

Today, technology gives us lots of choices for connecting with our friends, family and associates. Social networks like Myspace, Facebook and Twitter let use keep our friends up-to-date with a persistent that isn’t matched by IM. Mobile technology helps us stay connected no matter where or when.

To help you sort out the veritable plethora (gawd I’ve wanted to say that for so long!) of connection options, we are expanding BigBlueBall to cover all the ways you can stay connected. To begin, we have added two new forum sections.

The new Social Networks section has forums for Myspace, Facebook and other social networks.

And the Cell Phones, Mobiles & PDAs section includes forums for Blackberry, Windows Mobile, Apple’s iPhone, Google Android and others.

Thanks to Philip for getting the ball rolling with his poll, and thanks to all of you who shared your view of where BigBlueBall should be moving.

Now join me in the forums and bring your tips, links, and questions.

Are you an IM fanatic?

Sunday, January 13th, 2008

Are you really into instant messaging? I’m currently looking for to fill a few gaps in BigBlueBall’s moderating team, and I’m looking for people who are really excited about IM. You might be a hacker, developer, or just a hard-core user. This is a great opportunity to join the terrific crew at BigBlueBall, share your enthusiasm and knowledge, and get recognition for your contributions.

If you have experience with any of the following IM programs, mobile platforms or social networks and would be interested in joining the BigBlue Crew, please leave a comment.

  • Instant Messaging
    • AIM
    • ICQ
    • Adium
    • Pidgin
    • Other? Let me know!
  • Mobile Technology
    • Windows Mobile
    • iPhone & iPod Touch
    • Blackberry
    • Symbian
  • Social Networking
    • Facebook
    • MySpace
    • Twitter
    • Bebo
    • Yahoo! Mash
    • Windows Live Spaces

We have some great new plans for 2008, and you could be a part of it! Leave a comment and let me know what area you are interested in.