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What is “Responsive” web design?Posted on May 17, 2012
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New technology in print designPosted on November 25, 2010
Q&A with Joe ‘Danger’ StrongPosted on November 25, 2010
Google product search gets a revamp this Xmas seasonPosted on November 17, 2010
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GAP logo redesign [FAIL]Posted on October 8, 2010
Does google instant affect seo?Posted on September 28, 2010
Q & A with our Graphic DesignerPosted on August 16, 2010
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20Apr2010
Introducing the Facebook Like button
Starting today people will be able to connect with your Facebook Page by clicking “Like” rather than “Become a Fan.” This is Facebook’s attempt to give the fan page a much more ‘lightweight feel’. Facebook hope that this will increase the number of connections made across the site. Continue reading “Introducing the Facebook Like button” »
Continue reading...15Apr2010
Twitter’s new Promoted Tweets
Earlier this week Twitter announced, at the Chirp conference, that it was undergoing the initial steps in rolling out a new revenue program known as “promoted tweets”. The background behind this decision comes from Twitter being faced with the decision to either solve a user problem or improve the infrastructure (with limited development) or develop a revenue platform similar to that of Google AdWords. However unlike Google, which places its text-based AdWords ads alongside its search results, a promoted tweet will in fact be a tweet, not an ad. Promoted tweets will most likely have a different background and labelled as ‘promoted tweet’. Since it is a tweet, users will still be able to re-tweet, respond, or favourite it, just like other tweets. Continue reading “Twitter’s new Pr
Continue reading...14Apr2010
Original Xbox Live an end of an era
As of today if you own an original Xbox and play online or even play old games on the Xbox 360 online you should know that this is the last day you will be able to do so. Microsoft announced earlier in the year that the plug will be pulled on older games and the original Xbox online gaming arena. As of midnight tonight all old Xbox games will be going offline. The online world of gaming has become one of the fastest growing industries since Xbox launched it back in 2002. Xbox live will obviously still continue on the 360 platform it’s only the original games and online play that will no longer be supported. This move paves the way for even greater future developments for the 360 as new technology becomes available in leaps and bounds. So as we bid farewell to the old ways of Xbox live
Continue reading...14Apr2010
Make your own Google search story
During the superbowl Google ran a 60 second advert which simply illustrated a few Google searches and some music to show a comical video snippet. It was well received around the globe. So much so Google have now created a very nifty tool to create your own videos. It’s not exactly Spielberg busting stuff but it is definitely quite fun to do. This simple video creation tool can be used by anyone and once your done you can even upload it to YouTube. All you need to do is type in some Google searches, add some music and hey presto! Done! Send it to your friends via Twitter or Facebook, upload to your YouTube channel or show your colleagues at work. Google are even suggesting that “if people really like your search story it may end up in a place you never dreamed.” Exciting stuff we think...bet
Continue reading...08Apr2010
Using colours in web design
So often we see other designers and clients alike meticulously debating over the structure of a web design, ‘trying to get it right’, making it work and adding visual stimulation. This isn’t a bad thing at all but is often doing more harm than good when the simple reason the design isn’t working is actually down to colour choice rather than structure. The two really do work hand in hand. Colours are what add visual vibrancy to the design and layout of the website. Colours influence the mood of visitors when they visit your website and can be the crucial factor in determining a sale. In fact, with the right blend of colour combinations, you can actually encourage your visitors to follow your call-to-actions and help you achieve your core objectives through the website.
Continue reading...01Apr2010
Google Japan’s Drum Keyboard: April Fools
Google geeks in Japan have created, as part of an April Fools’ Day Prank, a pretty impressive drumset keyboard, complete with emoticon keys. Continue reading “Google Japan’s Drum Keyboard: April Fools” »
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