This has been quite a week in digital culture. Between Apple's revealing of the new iPad and the beginning of the 2012 SXSW Interactive Festival in Austin, Texas, Mashable has a multitude of new digital media resources for you. Don't worry if you've fallen behind — here's our weekly features roundup.
This week we've covered 10 Google Search tricks you might not know, the dos and don'ts of Facebook promotion and 10 free must-have travel apps for Android. We also have essential Pinterest boards for SXSW, four ways to make your ecommerce site more visually appealing and a video explaining everything we know about the Apple event. We even got a peek at Pinterest's Palo Alto headquarters.
So, dive in — there's plenty of resources to read through.
Editor's Picks
- 12 Essential Pinterest Boards for SXSW 2012
We've collected 12 comprehensive Pinterest boards that'll have you navigating SXSW 2012 and Austin, Texas like a pro. - Peek Into Pinterest's Palo Alto Pad [PICS]
Despite Pinterest's beautiful interface, the company's HQ is surprisingly bland — until you get inside. - How Reddit Saved One Man's Life
Commenters on a what was supposed to be a funny photo unintentionally diagnosed one man's mysterious tumor. - How Gen Y Women Fare in Today's Workplace [INFOGRAPHIC]
In tandem with International Women's Day on March 8, let's explore the state of today's Gen Y woman in the contemporary workforce. - 22 SXSW Panels You Can't Pass Up This Year
Whether it's your first or 15th year, it pays to have a SXSW plan of attack. Check out our list of must-attend SXSW talks and panels. - Apple Event: Everything We Know [VIDEO]
Apple put all of the rumors to rest at its event Wednesday, revealing the long-awaited new iPad, or as CEO Tim Cook calls it, "the poster child of the post-PC world."
Social Media
- 6 Airlines Reaching New Heights on YouTube
Flying doesn't have to be a drag — some airlines are using the video platform to show their lighter side. - 7 Tumblrs That Make Fun of Photo Cliches
We have found seven single-serve sites that mock photographic conventions, cliches and other crimes. - How the U.S. Military Shares Its Rich History With Facebook Timeline
The Army, Navy, Airforce, Marines and Coast Guard have all taken to Facebook Timeline to tell the story of U.S. military history in a visual and engaging way. - 5 Huge Digital Marketing Trends You Can't Afford to Ignore
As we anticipate a connected, increasingly mobile future, here are five big marketing ideas to embrace now to get ahead of the curve. - 10 Google Search Tricks You Might Not Know
Looking for a quick answer among Google's millions of search results? Here are a few tricks to help you out. - 20 TV Shows With the Most Social Media Buzz This Week [CHART]
Which TV shows generate the most buzz on social networks? Find out each week from our social TV chart. - How Brands Are Using Promotions to Market on Pinterest
Some pioneering brands have launched promotions on Pinterest in recent months. Here's a look at what's working and what isn't. - How to Allow Subscribers on Facebook
Facebook's "Subscribe" option allows you to share certain content with the wider public without having to give up your privacy. - How Twitter Reacted to the New iPad Announcement [INFOGRAPHIC]
Who is buzzing about the iPad after Apple's big event and where are they? This interactive chart will explain. - International Women's Day 2012 Tweets Flood the Twitterverse
The Twitterverse has spoken, and it's really excited about International Women's Day. - How NFL Legend Warren Sapp Tackles Social Media
NFL Legend Warren Sapp is a hit on social media. He recently talked Twitter and football with Mashable. - Why Some Musicians May Not Own Their Social Media Followers
Musicians and their labels are coming to terms with the question: "Who owns the artist's social media presence?" - 5 Social Media Campaigns Rocking International Women's Day
We've rounded up some of the dynamic campaigns happening across the social web for International Women's Day. - Social Demographics: Who's Using Today's Biggest Networks [INFOGRAPHIC]
More than 66% of adults are connected to one or more social media platforms, but who exactly are these people? - KONY 2012: Is the Viral Campaign a Scam?
KONY 2012 has begun to receive significant backlash from organizations and publications questioning the authenticity of the campaign.
For more social media news and resources, you can follow Mashable's social media channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.
Business & Marketing
- What You Need to Know Before Running a Facebook Promotion
There are some simple, yet important do's and don'ts when it comes to Facebook promotions. - 3 Winning Tales of Entrepreneurial Inspiration
Last week we asked you to tell us who inspired you to be an entrepreneur. These are the winning responses. - How Your Business Can Get the Most From SXSW
What are you doing at SXSW Interactive to help your business? ??Here are 10 tips to make your trip to Austin count. - Are You Falling Into the Pricing Trap?
Are you not making enough money for your service? Here's an inside look on how to escape the pricing trap. - Why Big Consumer Brands Have Yet to Tap Pinterest's Potential
Mashable spoke with reps from a handful of agencies about whether they're recommending that their clients start pinning. - SXSW Networking: 6 Ways to Up Your Game
Mashable spoke with reps from a handful of agencies about whether they're recommending that their clients start pinning. - How Product Announcements Affect Apple's Stock Price [CHARTS]
The anticipation for and announcement of new Apple products sends the company's stock price into a tizzy. Here's a look at the data. - How to Approach International Online Search Marketing
A look at how to better approach international online search marketing. - 3 Tradeoffs Your Startup Should Consider Before Partnering
Once you know your product works and is in demand, you may consider bringing on a partner. Consider these three tradeoffs before making the decision.
For more business news and resources, you can follow Mashable's business channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.
Tech & Mobile
- 10 Sad Substitutes for Hits You Can't Stream on Netflix
Netflix's ongoing licensing troubles have intensified recently with the loss of nearly 1,000 Starz titles. Here are 10 films that pale by comparison to their popular counterparts. - 3 Innovative Business Uses for the iPad
The iPad is revolutionizing many industries. Here are three groundbreaking standouts. - 10 Free Must-Have Travel Apps for Android
We've collected 10 handy Android apps for travel planning and assistance. - 7 Hot Apps to Watch at SXSW 2012
Here are seven startups (and their marketing ploys, for better or worse) that we think have a chance of breaking out at SXSW 2012. - 9 Astounding Photoshop Transformations [VIDEOS]
We've found nine incredible YouTube videos that walk you through the Photoshop transformation process. - A Day in the Life of the Internet [INFOGRAPHIC]
The Internet is a big place. How much data is generated and consumed on a daily basis? This graphic breaks it down. - 9 Mobile Apps That Help You Find Cheap Gas
Looking for the best bang for your buck when it comes to gas? Here are nine apps that will help you out. - Is There Too Much English on the Internet? [INFOGRAPHIC]
This infographic looks at the Internet's rapid growth in different languages and in non-English speaking regions. - Windows 8: Everything You Need to Know
Microsoft is re-inventing its core software, Windows, but what exactly is Windows 8 and how will it change the user experience? - iPad HD: 9 Last-Minute Rumors
A couple of hours before Apple unveiled the new iPad, everyone was still trying to predict what it would be. - Why Mobile Commerce Is on the Rise [INFOGRAPHIC]
CultureLabel.com has put together an infographic that highlights the outlook for the mobile commerce industry. - The Evolution of Animated GIFs [VIDEO]
The history and function of animated GIFs is vast. Here's how an outdated format breathed new life again. - Social Media Privacy: 3 Questions to Ask Before Authorizing Third-Party Apps
To determine how user data is being stored and used, we need to answer three separate questions. - Getting A New iPad? Here Are the Top 25 Free iPad Apps To Get You Started [PICS]
A look back at the 25 top free iPad apps of all time. - 4 Ways To Make Your Ecommerce Site More Visually Appealing
No one wants to shop at an ugly store, so why would you shop on an ugly ecommerce platform? Check out these tips to spruce up your site. - Apple's New iPad: 9 Features That Matter
Apple has just unleashed a new iPad on the world, with many upgrades over the previous model. Here are the new features matter most. - New iPad: Is Your Content Ready for the HD Tablet Revolution?
The way tablets like the new iPad present websites and apps will put pressure on brands to catch up. Here are 3 key things to anticipate. - Why Bands Need Better Mobile Websites Now [INFOGRAPHIC]
Playing at SXSW is a huge opportunity for bands to connect with new fans. But are most bands' mobile websites up to snuff? - 4 Ways Restaurants Should Use QR Codes
Here are four ways restaurants can effectively leverage QR codes to improve the overall dining experience.
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