Archive for September, 2008
Google Analytics Now Shows When a Visitor Uses Chrome
Want to know when the uber early adopters and drinkers of the Google kool-aid are browsing to your site? Then check your Google Analytics.
Google Chrome, Android and the Future of Mobile Search – Webcology on WebmasterRadio.fm
A lot has been written about Google’s new web browser Chrome over the past few days. Given the central importance of the browser to user experience, the introduction of Chrome is one of the most interesting, exciting and ominous developments in Internet history. On Tuesday, I posted a look at Chrome and Google’s motivations for [...]
Cleaning Up the Retail Site Navigating Mess
In recent years, many retailers have implemented powerful attribute-based (a.k.a. faceted) navigation systems that make it easier for customers to filter, sort, navigate, and buy from a retailer’s inventory. Most of Netconcepts’ clientele who have implemented these technologies report good results, increased conversion and sales. From the natural search perspective, many such marketers are pleasantly [...]
Sugarrae: Google Pushed Twitter To NoFollow All Links?
While the rest of the world was distracted by the launch of Chrome, Sugarrae aka Rae Hoffman – definitely a woman who “pulls rank” – was covering the nofollowing of links over at Twitter at the behest of Google.
How Much Are SMBs Spending On Online Advertising?
At Palore, we examine SMBs’ online advertising behavior, collecting information on the online presence of small businesses, ad spend data, advertising packages, etc. We recently completed a advertising-related survey of small businesses in the Boston metropolitan area that includes over 20 local, vertical and IYP sites. We looked at over 30 categories of businesses. The [...]
As consumers cut back, marketers offer “recession specials”
Earlier this week, comScore released the results of a study examining recent changes in consumer attitudes and perceptions about the state of the U.S. economy. The study found that consumers in all income segments are cutting back on spending due to concerns about the economy, and that they were doing so to an even greater [...]
Google Adds Some Cities to Georgia Maps; Still Can’t Find Abkhazia
Recently, I examined various online maps for their ability to provide data in the country of Georgia, a Caucasus state which was recently invaded by Russia.
Obama v. McCain in Online Display Ads, Video Views, and Searches
After two weeks of political conventions, comScore is releasing data regarding activity for the candidates of the two major political parties in the U.S.
Ad Network interCLICK Expands to Los Angeles
Fast growing ad network interCLICK is opening an office in Los Angeles. They’ve tapped Monica Seebohm to head the office, and have made her the Senior Director of Sales, Southwest. Seebohm was previously at ValueClick Media as a strategic accounts manager.
Can You Pass Google’s Credit Check?
Getting your site listed on the first page of Google’s search results is a bit like getting a loan from a bank.
