Google+
Taking cues from the failures of Wave and Buzz, Google is once again stepping into the social networking front with their latest product: Google+.
Features include:
- Circles: Group friends and contacts to allow for greater control in sharing
- Group Video Chat: “Hangout” allows you to video chat with multiple contacts
- Expanded Privacy Control: In contrast to Facebook, Google seeks to give users detailed control in what they share
- Instant Upload: Photos (from mobile devices) can be instantly uploaded for easy access (for sharing)
Currently in beta, access is limited to invitation only to allow for a steadier trial run among the public . Though it’s unlikely that Google+ will be a Facebook-killer, this new platform may establish itself (and chip away) at competitors, including Facebook, Twitter, and Foursquare.
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