What Exactly is Meet?

Meet is advertised as an upgraded version of their previous call-in group conference app, allowing up to 30 individuals to partake in meetings with intelligent muting of the background for every participant. While using Meet, the screen focuses on the person talking, so all 30 windows can be discreetly cornered while the real discussion takes places seamlessly. There is also a dial-in number for employees to call in.

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Meet Helps to Improve How Businesses Operate

Video conferences have become more and more popular in recent years, as they cut down on travel costs, travel time, and meeting delays while optimizing attendance. Conversations, deals, and brainstorms are hashed out without any party having to leave their office. There’s greater flexibility overall for those who have to conference frequently to conduct their business. Meet recognizes all of these benefits and enhances them. It allows any desktop, tablet, laptop, or smartphone to beep in with one click of a button (which is stored in Google Calendar for this exact purpose).

Here Are Some of Meet’s Features

Meet also integrates built-in screen sharing and straight-to-YouTube HD live streams, a feature that is best for showcasing new brand products or ideas while the conference is taking place. There is no time limit to these streams, so external participants can watch at length — or even join the conferences, if they are invited. Meet is encrypted, too, so meetings that need to be held securely need not worry about breaches or public accessibility, even with a large number of participants involved.

Meet is a Competitive Video-Conferencing App

Meet is now competing against conference-specific apps like Skype and GoToMeeting. However, this enterprise-friendly app will appeal to companies already using a large number of Google’s existing apps. The project page is a very recent addition, however, and it’s clear that Google has been keeping its release quiet as they develop the Suite further.

How do I make a WhatsApp Video Call?

The long awaited video feature is finally here, and using it is easy:

• Find the contact you want to reach (make sure they also have video calling)
• Select to open a call chat
• Choose the “Video Call” option to launch

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What can I expect in terms of quality and functionality?

The video calling feature was only recently made available a couple of weeks ago. And as is the case for any new roll out, it will take time to really get a sense of how well its operating or what issues users are experiencing regularly. That said, as of now, it appears the quality is good, and the app allows for the same multitasking functionality that other video chat options, like Skype, offer. In other words, while on your video call, you can still navigate your smartphone to perform other tasks as needed without having to drop the call. So, for example, if you need to quickly check your mail or verify a date on your calendar, you would just minimize your video display and continue chatting through audio until you’re ready to return.

Another thing to keep in mind in terms of quality and functionality is that WhatsApp relies on the user’s’ Internet connectivity to work. If you’re calling from a remote location with a poor connection (or the person you’re trying to reach doesn’t have access to a solid, working connection) expect to experience lags and delays in your communication. Videos require a lot of bandwidth to operate smoothly.

The video chat feature has been a long-awaited addition for avid users. With the growing appeal and widespread use of live chat software, WhatsApp was at grave risk of falling behind. As of mid-November, users can finally enjoy the full scope of options for chatting and connecting with long distance loved ones in a single app. The feature roll out offers a great boost in convenience for WhatsApp, and we can’t wait to use it!

YouTube Analytics
YouTube.com/Analytics will provide you with all of the tools necessary to track how your videos are doing. No need to download any third party apps, because YouTube will provide you with all of the tools necessary.

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To start, you can filter your data. At the top of each report, you can apply a filter for further observation. For instance, you can filter by content, geographical location, date or time frame, subscriber status, and traffic by YouTube product (if it is available). You can also utilize a search function to search for content, location of viewers, and etc.

This data filter is a good start, but YouTube Analytics offers several graphical options that can help you visually interpret the progress of your videos. For example, you can implement a line chart that shows how your data has changed longitudinally overtime. You can also combine several line graphs on one template. For instance, you can juxtapose your viewing dynamics with total subscribers obtained. The multi-line graph will allow you to add up to 25 items into the template.

There is also the option of using a pie chart to help visualize your data. Like the multi-line graph, the pie chart will allow you to add up to 25 items to observe their relative size or impact on your channel. You hover your mouse over each section of the pie chart to see what item the chart is corresponding to. One big flaw of the pie charts is that you can’t see how these dynamics vary chronologically, so you must use the line or multi-line graphs to view this data.

Lastly, there is an interactive map that can help you visualize the global impact of your video. The map will display dark spots over each of the areas where your video has been watched. You can also click on individual countries to see more detailed information about how your video is being viewed in that country.

How Does it Work?
You create your Magisto videos in three steps. First, you choose the photos and videos that you want to capture. Next, you choose your favorite style. Styles are different filters that make your video creations come out in different ways. Specifically, the app has different editing styles appropriate for business or leisure. Last, you set your video to music provided by the app. After you’ve chosen these three elements, you tell the editor to make your video.

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Once your video is made, the app helps you share your videos on Facebook, Instagram, and other social media channels. You can also store your videos in albums on your phone.

What are Some of the Benefits of Magisto?
If you choose to shoot videos in a movie editor style, Magisto can make your footage more professional than it would otherwise be with facial recognition software, stabilizing features, filters, effects, and transitions. Additionally, now that Instagram lets users upload longer videos, Magisto lets users make longer videos, as well.

You can also use Magisto to make videos for your business. If you buy a business subscription, you can make an unlimited number of HD movies, use commercially-licensed music in your videos, and add your company’s logo to the screen.

What are People Saying About the App?
Magisto has been featured in lots of different newspapers, from the New York Times to the Wall Street Journal. Most users enjoy how much fun the app is to use, although some say that it’s difficult to upload videos to Facebook and that the video lengths are too short.

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One of the best Android TV sets currently available is the Nvidia Shield Android TV box, which includes a controller (a remote is sold separately), GeForce (a gaming streaming service), and 4K HDR streaming. It’s the best option if you’re into gaming, but it’ll cost you about $200 — at a minimum. However, if you’re not into gaming, you’ll save some money on an Android TV device. There are many other great options available on Amazon, from KudoTV to Matricom, ranging from $30-$100. The following are some of the best features of Android TV:

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1. Google Casts Media onto Your TV
One of the best features about Android TV is its ability to work like ChromeCast. You can cast anything — movies, television shows, games, sports, music, etc — from your phone, computer, or tablet to your TV. No wires, adaptors, or additional devices necessary!

2. Gaming
Another great feature of Android TV is the ability to play games, whether you’re playing solo or have multiple players. You can use game controllers, or else your phone or tablet as controllers. You can also play on- or offline, depending on the game. The best part? You can play a game on your phone and then continue it on your TV — exactly where you left off. Your progress will be saved on all of your devices.

3. Voice Search
With this function you can search through your apps more freely. You must say specific commands, but there is a lot of freedom with how specific you must be. For example, if you can’t remember the name of that TV show everyone is talking about, but you know it has Winona Ryder in it, you can command the device to find “television shows with Winona Ryder.”

4. Watch More Than TV Through Your Favorite Apps
All of your favorite media apps are included, like Netflix, HBO Now, and Hulu Plus, in addition to apps such as YouTube, ESPN, BBC iPlayer, Vevo, DailyMotion, and more. You’ll also have full access to the Google Play store, so that you can rent and purchase all of your desired media.

1. “… or nah?”

This is a video of a man asking a little boy if he’s “mad or nah.” The little boy yells back at him ferociously and this pattern repeats. The phrase “or nah” has come to be quite popular and is used in everyday language frequently. While the concept is funny, the original video itself is actually somewhat sad, as the boy was clearly upset.

2. The Schmoney Dance

The Schmoney Dance is a dance set to a song by the rapper Bobby Schmurda that involves twisting your upper body with your feet planted on the ground. Both the dance and song have inspired countless spinoff videos, with everyone from Bill Gates to grandfathers doing the Schmoney. Check them out! They’re actually pretty funny.

3. The Nae Nae

Similar to the Schmoney, the Nae Nae is a Vine dance that later inspired the song “Now Watch Me Whip” by Silentó. It involves waving your arm above your head in sync with music, then pushing your arm forward like you’re driving a car. This craze has become widespread, and celebrities from Odell Beckham Jr. to Matt Damon have indulged in the Nae Nae. The Nae Nae is huge at clubs and among teenage friend groups, particularly when paired with the song.

4. Just Girly Things

This Vine trend is inspired by the Tumblr “Just Girly Things” that posts pictures of girls doing things with which they are stereotypically associated. These pictures include quotes like “When you love your eyes,” or “When you feel safe with him driving.” The Vines take this to an absurd and hilarious level by featuring a picture of one of the “just girly things” with something ironic happening – for instance, a shot of the “safe driving” photo before showing a car crash.

5. Wrecking Ball

Shortly after Miley Cyrus’ music video for her single “Wrecking Ball” was released, Vine was full of parodies of people reenacting her Wrecking Ball dance. These videos include people licking foam fingers and swinging around on fake wrecking balls. These parodies are a hit because they feature a wide range of people trying to be as sexy, and downright weird, as Miley.

6. “WHAT ARE THOSE?” 

This is another phrase that has been fully adopted into the everyday lexicon of millennials. The original Vine video involves a guy pointing to a police officer’s shoes and screaming “WHAT ARE THOSE?” This was funny enough for endless parodies to be created with different people asking that one famous question on repeat. Personally, these videos are funniest when the subject is completely befuddled, like the police officer was in the original Vine.

7. “A Potato Flew Around My Room” Song

This Vine is my personal favorite and a spoof of the song “Thinkin Bout You” by Frank Ocean. There’s a lyric in the song that reads “A tornado flew around my room,” but, you guessed it, the spoof comes from replacing the word ‘tornado’ with the word ‘potato’. These videos often feature a potato tied to a ceiling fan and literally flying around the room. This trend is also tagged in nearly every video featuring potatoes or potato chips.

8. Pears

The original video “I eat pears” features hip hop artist Rick Ross explaining how he loves to eat pears in his diet. This phrase gained special attention because of how distinctly Ross pronounced the “P” in “pear.” Vine users have since spoofed the video repeatedly by mimicking this sound clip.

9. “Look at all those chickens”

This clip features a little girl gesturing to a field of geese and saying “look at all those chickens.” The cute baby voice, combined with the girl misidentifying the geese as chickens, results in a joyful video ripe for parody. The Vine community has since created a multitude of different spinoffs of the video featuring everything from fried chicken to a house full of guests.

10. “What’s 9+10?”

Hint: in this video, it isn’t 19. This Vine features a boy being asked to add these two numbers and giving the answer “21.” This leads to the cameraman (presumably his brother) calling him stupid. Good luck not second guessing the answer next time you do simple addition if you watch this one too many times.

1. PhotoRepost

Formerly known as InstaRepost, this free app lets you repost photos and videos in seconds. The photos and videos will appear in a single column on the app, or in a grid view. Once you’ve found the photo/video you want to share, tap “repost” underneath it. You will then be able to place a watermark of the original user’s name in any corner of the picture, and can choose between three transparency levels.

If you’d like to remove the app’s logo from the picture, download the upgraded version. Then, open the photo in Instagram as either a direct repost, or a quote repost (the quote repost will include the original photo/video’s caption while the former will let you write one of your own). Videos, on the other hand, will be downloaded to your camera roll where you can then upload it directly to Instagram.

2. RepostWhiz

Yet another free photo/video sharing app! On RepostWhiz, the photos and videos will again show up in a single column or grid view. Search for the specific photo/video you want to share, or find a photo/video worth sharing by using likes, hashtags or usernames to search. Once you have selected your photo/video, press “repost” right underneath it. If you’d rather post it later, you can always save it to your camera. All reposts will appear with the app’s name on it.

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3. Repost for Instagram

Another free photo/video sharing app—how lucky are we? Open the app, view your feed, and tap on the photo or video you’d like to repost on your own account. The original user’s account, and profile image will appear as a black or white bar on your reposted image. It can be rotated to all four sides, depending on what you like best. Press “Repost” to open, and share the photo or video on your Instagram account. An upgraded, ad-free version is also available.

Sharing Greatness

And there you have it. Simple, no? Just a few quick downloads, and you’re ready to go. Have you used any of these apps before? Let us know your favorites in the comments below!