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#hagrid2016

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 10 Jul 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Democratic party set up a digital boot-camp for campaigners with a Harry Potter theme called Hogwarts for digital wizardry.
  2. A dad jokingly made Vine videos of his baby that went viral, leading to unexpected fame, worry, and paparazzi.
  3. Seeking a long-term partner on OkCupid with a high compatibility rating may not always lead to a reassuring outcome.

Are you kidding me?!

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 09 Jul 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Lay off the potato salad guy - Support the guy who started the potato salad Kickstarter, internet weirdness happens, deal with it.
  2. Defend the humble compact disc - Some albums are best suited for CDs, despite their declining sales.
  3. Email-writing as a genre - The personal touch of uncensored electronic letters is unmatched, inviting instant and potent replies.

When a mommy emoji and a daddy emoji love each other very much ...

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 02 Jul 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. There is a misconception around 'female-friendly' dating apps, showing deeper issues in tech culture.
  2. MTV's 'Catfish' is praised as a thought-provoking reflection on contemporary loneliness and self-image.
  3. The evolution of cooking with technology, from the Kitchen Computer to iPhone apps, presents room for improvement in culinary innovation.

This calls for a strict regimen of positive content in your newsfeed.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 01 Jul 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Internet voyeurism can have severe consequences, like in the case of the #followateen hashtag.
  2. Social media platforms using silent algorithms for studies can be worrisome, but this practice is common across many websites.
  3. The idea of getting rid of Autocorrect may seem tempting, but it might not be the best choice.

Either apocalyptic or amazing

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 18 Jun 14
πŸ•Ή Technology Social media
  1. The Internet gives us access to a lot of information, but it doesn't always encourage a deeper understanding or reflection.
  2. Despite claiming to prefer in-depth articles on serious topics, people often gravitate towards clickbait and lighter content.
  3. There's always room for more emoji - like jellyfish, cardigan, and popcorn - in our digital communications.

Because chipmunks and hot peppers, duh.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 17 Jun 14
πŸ•Ή Technology Social media
  1. The Supreme Court is tackling the issue of online threats, sparking discussions on the reality of statements made online.
  2. ISIS is effectively using social media for recruitment and to further its agenda, in contrast to the FBI's lackluster understanding of Twitter slang.
  3. The FBI's 83-page Twitter slang handbook highlights its struggles with online language, while ISIS excels in utilizing Twitter for its activities.

Epicness and hell no

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 13 Jun 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Recent answers to the New York Times' crossword puzzle included Twitter hashtag, epicness, and hell no, bringing a fresh voice to the section.
  2. Bill Murray, known for his humor and photo-bombing, has a dark side outside of his internet jester persona.
  3. A Wired tech reporter's dystopian view of connected homes raises questions about the future of technology and privacy.

We all should have taken off this week.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 11 Jun 14
πŸ•Ή Technology Social media
  1. The internet had a major meltdown with Feedly, Evernote, and Tweetdeck breaking down. It's a sign we all should have taken this week off.
  2. Mesh networking offers a different way to structure the internet, promising to solve net neutrality issues.
  3. Some parents are paying thousands to improve their children's Google search results, showing how extreme online reputation management can get.

Does this computer make me look fat?

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 03 Jun 14
πŸ•Ή Technology Social media
  1. The internet is full of wicked things like the creepy character Slender Man, started as an internet meme but turned into a real-life horror story.
  2. Desktop computers, thought to be outdated, surprisingly seem to be making a comeback in the era of cloud computing, showing that tech trends can be unpredictable.
  3. Too much time spent on computers can contribute to weight gain; taking regular breaks from digital screens could help with weight management.

Loaded on Slurpees

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 30 May 14
πŸ•Ή Technology Social media
  1. We're all dealing with surveillant anxiety due to the constant fear of our personal data being too revealing of ourselves.
  2. In the manosphere, not everyone is a creep - some tried to talk sense to troubled individuals like Elliot Rodger.
  3. To make digital memories feel more permanent, you can print them out using an industry that turns your online interactions into keepsake books.

FINALLY.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 28 May 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. FOMO is a common modern issue affecting social networks and real life. There's a complex solution rooted in economic theory.
  2. Poet Patricia Lockwood gained fame on Twitter before her viral poem 'Rape Joke'. She's now releasing a print collection.
  3. Sabu, from LulzSec, was a famous hacker who later collaborated with the FBI. Now he's casually hanging out at a Starbucks in New York.

Personally, I'm faking it.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 27 May 14
πŸ“° News Social media
  1. The #YestoAllWomen movement sheds light on societal misogyny and class-based ideas that still persist today.
  2. Media representations, like Hollywood movies, can sometimes reflect and perpetuate harmful narratives, as seen in a nuanced column about Elliot Rodger's story.
  3. Exploring 'the manosphere' can provide insight into the ideologies that may have influenced Elliot Rodger's misogynistic beliefs.

This one's gonna be trouble.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 19 May 14
πŸ•Ή Technology Social media
  1. The world has more information than ever, but access is limited due to corporate interests and copyrights. A world digital library could provide access to books and journals that are currently expensive.
  2. Online anonymity holds power, and revealing someone's identity can be a form of protest and manipulation. Anonymity is a complex dynamic in online spaces.
  3. Over 1 million people use 'Farmers Only' dating site, showcasing how identity and efficiency play a role in niche dating preferences.

My kind of cat video

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 14 May 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. You are your data - Evgeny Morozov discusses how giving up 'big data' means surrendering autonomy and letting outside forces control existential choices.
  2. The Library of Congress is studying how old CDs age and which types are most at risk of deterioration.
  3. There is a website called Emoji Fortunes that provides fortunes using emojis. Simple and fun!

Octopi terrify

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 08 May 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Twitter can be effective for raising awareness and promoting change, but also comes with its issues like imperialism and laziness.
  2. Reality TV star Susie Meister has been on multiple shows despite having a Ph.D., challenging stereotypes.
  3. Using 'ahahahahahaha' instead of 'lol' saves time and characters - who needs all those extra letters anyway?

Let’s hope they come in peace.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 02 May 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Facebook's new community manager used to be a war photographer, bringing unique perspectives on photography and social media.
  2. Teaching software engineers social skills can be challenging and pricey, but important for effective communication.
  3. Hallmark's Mother's Day operation is very pink, giving an inside look at how the company celebrates the occasion.

Carrier pigeons or something

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 01 May 14
πŸ•Ή Technology Social media
  1. When powerful entities dislike your social media content, consequences abound, from reprimands to unexpected repercussions.
  2. Despite the idea that technology should spread power, it can also consolidate it in unexpected ways.
  3. The existence of luxury services like the 'Seamless for rich people' suggests that decadence and exclusivity are becoming more accessible in the digital age.

Everything is parody these days

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 30 Apr 14
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Some online dating profiles are managed by ghostwriters, sparking discussions on deception and misogyny in modern dating.
  2. The phrase 'me IRL' has evolved with unique origins over time, contrasting from its simpler use during the early days of the Internet.
  3. Accounts like @EmergencyPugs, which seem like casual fun, can actually be profitable businesses run by clever teenagers.