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The Fall of Google+

The Fall of Google+

I literally could not have said it better.

Originally shared by Gideon Rosenblatt

The Fall of Google

I am very sad to write this, but Google’s failure of leadership on Google+ is a complete disaster. The utter disregard for end users is shocking.

I hope that business cases will be written about Google+ in the future to illustrate what happens when businesses lose sight of the fact that end users still needed to be treated with the same respect accorded to paying customers.

I hope, too, that people will take a lesson from this service and the tremendous loss of human capital that it represents, to reassess how willing we are to trust our creations and our relationships to large corporations.

https://www.the-vital-edge.com/fall-of-google-plus/

Nobody likes a quitter

Nobody likes a quitter

Google+ is going to be shut down even earlier. This really saddens me and makes me mad at the same time. When did companies turn so yellow bellied that they give up instead of trying to fix things and make them better?

Google you have lost a massive amount of brand loyalty recently.

https://www.blog.google/technology/safety-security/expediting-changes-google-plus/

https://www.blog.google/technology/safety-security/expediting-changes-google-plus/

Hackers stole the personal information of 14 million Facebook users

Hackers stole the personal information of 14 million Facebook users

And you don’t see Facebook closing anything down.

#SaveGPlus

https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/security/facebook-says-hackers-saw-personal-info-14-million-people-n919531

https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/security/facebook-says-hackers-saw-personal-info-14-million-people-n919531

How to find me once G+ bites the dust

How to find me once G+ bites the dust

I am starting to use my blog again, this time (thanks to posting so much on G+) I think I know what I am doing. 😉 You can find it here: https://www.alanstainer.com/

And when I say blog, I should include my business sites as well.

South Downs Web for all things internet. https://www.southdownsweb.co.uk/

Alan’s IT Solutions for techie stuff. https://www.alansitsolutions.com/

If it’s a social networking site you are after, you can find me on Twitter as @AlanStainer https://twitter.com/AlanStainer

I have other profiles, but I don’t really use them much. I look forward to seeing you all on Twitter and please do comment on my blog!

Edit: You can also now find me on MeWe! https://mewe.com/i/alanstainer

https://twitter.com/AlanStainer

So long and thanks for all the fish

So long and thanks for all the fish

Or maybe… It was our last best hope… it failed.

Insert sci fi quotes at your leisure. G+ was fun while it lasted.

https://www.blog.google/technology/safety-security/project-strobe/

Project Strobe: Protecting your data, improving our third-party APIs, and sunsetting consumer Google+

Findings and actions from Project Strobe—a root-and-branch review of third-party developer access to Google account and Android device data and of our philosophy around apps’ data access.

This was posted on Google+

Embed G+ Streams in Google Sites

Embed G+ Streams in Google Sites

This is a fantastic update for Google+ if you also happen to use Google Sites. Fingers crossed this is just the tip of the iceberg and you will eventually be able to embed Google+ streams in other websites too.

#PlusPoint

Ouch!

Ouch!

Does anyone know why the Facebook price has dropped like that? Is it related to the continuing scandals around elections?

Originally shared by South Downs Web

It looks like a cliff edge or coastal shelf

That’s a huge drop in share price for Facebook. The image is a screenshot from a Google search a few seconds ago.

Who embodies the spirit of G+?

Who embodies the spirit of G+?

If truth be told, I think there are quite a few people. They all share a passion for Google+ and their fellow human beings. It shows in the content and knowledge they selflessly share.

Denis Labelle has been a Google+ advocate for a long time and he works tirelessly to promote other people and their work on the network. Take this post as an example, it is a great resource for those old and new to Google+ who want to find great content creators to follow. I feel honoured that he has even included me in that list!

I am not sure I can pick just one person to embody the spirit of G+, but Denis is definitely on my list. #PlustPoint

Originally shared by Denis Labelle

+You / You+ – Thrive On Google+

The Next Generation of Creators is Here. +You / You+ equals possibilities. The network to help bring about amazing content, network for purpose, create interactions and help people. Become a creator who helps create a network and community to provide creators the support, resources and community that allows them to excel. Network with other creators to collaborate on projects, improve your creativity, and grow your audience. Start here:

Crea+e: To Learn, Create & Collaborate, Follow >

. Erno Rubik: Rubik’s Cube creator

. Scott Detweiler: Conceptual Portrait Photographer

. Meg Tufano: Change your mind, change the world!

. Ailea Merriam-Pigg: Google+ Community Manager

. Dr Lew Jensen: Firestarter – Dreamer & Conjurer

. Paul Snedden: Google-appointed Google+ Product Expert

. Darren Huski: Wilderness Photographer

. Kerem Gogus: Illusionist – Dreamer

. Paul Pavlinovich: Photographer, IT Nerd, Leader, Local Guide, Gunzel, SF Author, Crea+e

. Christina Blount: Knitting the World Together

. Françoise Dhulesia: Google + Creator, sharer of knowledge, in Paris, France. Art lover. A passion for India, photography, culture and diversity.

. Heidi: Colour Creative Visual Artist and Italian Spinone Photographer.

. Michael Brown: Google+ Content Creator | Tech Enthusiast | Software Developer

. Abdul Wahab: Textile Engineer, Food Lover and Sherlock Fan

. Sonali Dalal: Photo Artist from INDIA , lover of Abstract photography.

. Sabine Mey-Gordeyns: Google+ Create Member – photographer, writer, content creator, speaker

. Margaret Tompkins: Photographer, Writer, G+ Advocate

. Rachel Bakker: Google+ Create Community Manager

. Andreas Bartels: I compute, therefore I am.

. Ron Serina: Ron and Mary Ellen, living inside the postcard.

. Jannik Lindquist: philosopher, luteplayer, photographer, Google geek

. roland j. ruttledge: Google maps local guide level 10

. Dr. Cassone: Integrative Primary Care Doctor

. George Station: Lecturer at getting from this day to that.

. John Kellden: Tell me a story, then let’s design #winwinwin strategies through Tea House Sequences.

. Zoltan Buzady: Professor of Management, Global Expert in Flow – Leadership & Design Thinking, Google+ Create Member

. Ellie Kennard: Words, Pictures, Whole Plant Based Food

. Leo Deegan: Picture taker and a Google+ eng manager

. Monika Schmidt: Consultant, photographer and musician.

. Isabelle Fortin: Art Director | Senior Graphic Designer

. Errol Doebler: Navy SEAL Platoon Commander. FBI Agent.

. John Ward: I paint. I write. I enjoy meeting new people on Google+.

. Larry Fournillier: Flavoring the World One Pot at a Time™

. Azlin Bloor: Cheffing, Teaching & Eating my life away, one spice at a time.

. MK Bhanu: Discover Blogging: to leverage the internet for creative expression of your hobbies!

. Mark Rodriguez: Photographer, animator, designer, illustrator

. Neila Rey: Fitness enthusiast, dragon tamer, spoon and air bender.

. Gina Fiedel: Web design & Development

. Gideon Rosenblatt: Explorer of work and the human experience in an era of machine intelligence.

. Teodora Petkova: A content writer in love with the Semantic Web.

. Zara Altair: Your Voice in Words – Semantic Writing

. David Amerland: Author, Speaker, Analyst

Crea+e Toolbox: http://plus.google.com/+DenisLabelle/posts/1ttznyxwukA

Creatinc: For Business, Enterprise & Entrepreneurs, Follow >

. Mike Blumenthal: Blogger, speaker and Local Search consultant

. Yifat Cohen: I answer the questions that Google won’t.

. David King: Google Top Contributor, Mentor & Local Guide

. Peggy K: Google Top Contributor for YouTube, Google+, AdSense, Blogger, Hangouts

. Spencer Wade: Trusted Digital Media Advisor: Google Mentor, Ambassador

. Mary Stovall: Marketing Tech. Google Focused. Outcome Driven.

Creatinc Toolbox: http://plus.google.com/+DenisLabelle/posts/cbvPPzvD7Aa

Creathink: About Marketing & Digital Trends, Follow >

. Yuko Nakamura: Digital Strategist

. Mike Elgan: The world’s only lovable tech journalist

. Eli Fennell: The Key To Social Media Is Being Social

. Alan Stainer: Google+ Creator. Tech head through and through.

. Thomas Morffew: Consultant and coach, focused on people and technology

. François Bacconnet: Web Captain | Cloud Driver

. Irfan Ahmad: Infographics Hunter . Social Media Savvy . Graphic Designer

. Lee Sapara: Technology Paradigm Shifter, Cloud Mover, Traveller

. Peter Hatherley: Synchronicity PLUS Apps, Creative Writer SEO

. John Blossom: Globally recognized media and enterprise content industry analyst

. Paolo Amoroso: Non-viral space & Google gems

. Pierre Provost: Writer, direct marketing and copywriting pro

. Eric Enge: Digital Marketing Excellence

. Federico Granata: Google Evangelist

. Martin Holmes: Bringing Digital Intelligence to Businesses

. Michel Reibel: Digital Strategist

. Nina Trankova: Digital Communications Skills Coach, Create member, Google Top Contributor, Community Moderator

. Michelle Blanc: Web strategist with a purpose

. Randy Milanovic: CEO KAYAK Online Marketing, Author, Blogger, Kayaker

. Dr. Cassone: Integrative Primary Care Doctor

. Oleg Moskalensky: Productive Computer Systems – IT/Internet Consulting/Development

Creathink Toolbox: http://plus.google.com/+DenisLabelle/posts/K5wkXTUnVpy

Create+ Communities – Get Inspired, Help & Support

. Google+ Help > https://plus.google.com/communities/115758385206378551362

. Google+ Collection > https://plus.google.com/communities/104797282868426074024

. Google+ Moderators > https://plus.google.com/communities/104190940017258117231

Crea+e Collection

. Community Tips and Tricks > https://plus.google.com/collection/AVIObB

Join Google+ Create

. Apply here > https://plus.google.com/create

Google+ Tips and Tricks

https://plus.google.com/collection/IW_ha

In light of Facebook data breach, it’s time to switch to Google+

In light of Facebook data breach, it’s time to switch to Google+

Sign up for Facebook and you get adverts and stolen data.

Or…

Sign up for Google+ and you get an ad free network and access to Gmail, Docs, Slides, Drive, Calendar, Maps,…

When you make that comparison, Facebook seems pretty worthless.

It is a welcome change to read a positive article about G+. #PlusPoint

Originally shared by Anthony Karcz

You wish there was a social network that had the features of Facebook, but none of the shady data practices? That had no ads and a chronological feed? Guess who’s had that for years?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/anthonykarcz/2018/04/05/in-light-of-facebook-data-breach-its-time-to-switch-to-google-plus/#228eac5f7157

Here’s one celebrity that prefers G+ over Facebook

Here’s one celebrity that prefers G+ over Facebook

I am so very glad to read Robert Llewellyn’s post that he is coming back to G+. When he was active here before his posts were always a good read, insightful and thought provoking.

A definite #PlusPoint to see him active here again. Welcome back!

Originally shared by Robert Llewellyn

Dammit, I’m going to start posting stuff on G+ again, not just videos, writing. We do put Fully Charged on dirty FaceBook but as numerous people have told me, ‘that’s not what it’s for.”

TBH, I don’t care what FB is for, I don’t use it and now I’m very glad.

So here’s something else:

Fully Charged News

The title alone would say to me, ‘Oh no, not more news!’ I am probably not alone in experiencing a news deluge which is impossible to process.

It’s not that there is more happening in the world now than there was 20 or even 50 years ago, there’s just more ways we can have it delivered to our eyes and ears.

However there are about 200 stories a day we could report on, the Fully Charged mailbox is bursting with updates, suggestions, new product and system launches from around the world. We could, with enough budget, probably produce a 24-hour rolling news show just about electric vehicles and renewable energy developments. What a nightmare that would be!

However, plans are well underway to produce a weekly podcast (and video version) where I talk through a few key stories in the electric vehicle, clean tech world with clever people who know stuff. Guests, highly intelligent and well informed regular guests.

Nothing new there, there’s dozens of podcasts but not many that focus on this particular niche.

We are working with a podcast platform that will mean these episodes are easy to find and subscribe to, and we’re talking to some sponsors who would help make it happen.

Really hoping to get this going before Fully Charged Live, (9th-10th June, Silverstone, UK) and even record one at the event! Woot!

So here is a bit of news, yesterday I attended the Scottish Renewables’ Annual Conference in Edinburgh. I met a lot of wonderful people working in what is now a very well established and mature industry.

It was also encouraging to hear that an industry that has occasionally been painted by the more barking mad elements in American and UK politics as ‘lefty’ or ‘greenie’ or ‘a bunch of new-age-holier-than-thou-do-gooders’ as my old dad would have described them, that’s how he described me by the way, is now clearly above and beyond all such nonsense.

The day before I was at the conference there was a presentation from a Conservative think-tank called ‘Bright Blue’ and they clearly made a big impression. I’m sad I didn’t see them.

If there’s one thing this country needs right now it’s cross party agreement on how to create improvements in our world.

It’s encouraging to hear there are people on the political right who are fully aware of the benefits, both environmental and economic of a massive uptake of renewable energy systems.

Strangely, the current governments reactionary blanket banning of onshore wind installation (globally accepted as the cheapest way to produce electricity) is contradicted by their commitment to electric vehicles, research into battery technology (expect to hear a lot about this in future episodes of Fully Charged) offshore wind and modifying and developing the grid.

Wind and solar now produce, over an entire year, 27% of the electricity generated in the UK.

Clearly that’s nowhere near enough but that figure is constantly rising, plus, due to intermittency, there have been many days when it’s over 50% and of course other days when it’s in single digits.

The discussion of how the current government creates legislation which enables this growth, how the electricity market works, how price fluctuation (every 30 minutes) and how massive subsidies are handed out to coal, gas and nuclear was, I’ll be honest, way beyond the mental grasp of yours truly.

There are more three-letter-acronyms in energy than any other field I’ve ever encountered. And yes I know it’s not an acronym if it isn’t a pronounceable word, but I know you know what I mean.

Oh go on then, correct me anyway.

Anyway, more news on Fully Charged Live very, very soon and as always, if you have been, thank you for reading.

More tools for G+ mods on Android and iOS

More tools for G+ mods on Android and iOS

It’s good to see mobile devices getting the same tools that desktop has.

Originally shared by Leo Deegan

On Android and iOS: Remove, report, ban and optionally remove recent content

Over the next several days, we’ll be rolling out onto the G+ Android and iOS app the ability for community moderators to perform the remove, report, and ban action with the option to also remove recent content from the banned member.

This is similar to the web launch we announced a while back (plus.google.com/+LeoDeegan/posts/WjcFN66eRgg), and the community version of the delete, report, block feature we announced a couple of weeks ago (plus.google.com/+LeoDeegan/posts/NpvMs9CrSB3).

And, as before, I’m not actually blocking Weihao, he’s a teammate and one of the engineers that helped build this feature 🙂

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