The coolness continues: Mashable staff went “stocking,” Fashion Week went digital, and television went social. Learn how to budget a startup and how to modernize your resume. In the last hurrah of summer, we dose out the cool in this week’s features roundup.
How Today’s Hottest Startups Got Their NamesEver wonder what a “Twitter” is, or who the “Hipmunk” is? We’ve asked nine startups to share the story behind their names.YouTube Cover Song Face-Off: Beyonce’s “Best Thing I Never Had”
Each week, we pick a popular song, find 10 covers of it and ask you to vote for your favorite. This time, we chose a Beyonce song in honor of her 30th birthday. Which cover will come out on top this week?HOW TO: Use Your Social Media Skills to Earn Extra Money
In the social media bubble, it may seem like everyone knows how to use Twitter and Facebook, but the truth is that small businesses and brands need help. That’s where you come in.10 Great Google Accessories Offer Eclectic Mix of Coolness
To mark the 13th anniversary of Google’s inception, we’ve pulled together our top 10 G-themed accessories from all around the web. Internet of Yesterday & Today: 1996 vs. 2011 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Where were you in 1996? If you were in cyberspace, surfing the World Wide Web, chances are you were waiting a long time for pages to load and suffering through some god-awful graphics. Mashable Staff Goes Stocking [PICS]
As the calendar turns to September and we look forward to Fall, the new Internet meme du jour is something called “stocking.” Say what? That’s what we said, too.Social Media Avatars: 20 Examples of Personal Presentation Gone Wrong [COMIC]
The Joy of Tech takes us on a grand tour of the various types of social media avatars you’ll encounter as you navigate this vast series of tubes.HOW TO: Follow New York Fashion Week Online
From live streams to Twitter accounts, to blogs and Instagram accounts, here are our top picks for following New York Fashion Week 2011 online. Why Niche Social Networks Encourage More Meaningful Interaction [OPINION]
Once we move beyond the current formula of one-size-fits-all social media, we’ll connect in new, unique ways online — all with the goal of getting to know each other even better.5 Tips for Getting More Video Views
Video is increasingly becoming a preferred medium for online communication. How do you ensure that your video gets noticed? Here are 5 steps to ensure your audience presses “play.”How Fashion Bloggers Gain Access to NY Fashion Week
New York Fashion Week is not only the most glamorous semi-annual event in the fashion industry, it’s also a mega-networking opportunity for everyone, especially bloggers. So how do they score invites?Back to School: 10 Privacy Tips for the Connected Student
Whether a ninth grader, college senior or parent, these privacy tips can help you and your family stay safe online this school year.How Social Media Is Adding More Value to Fashion’s Night Out
Fashion’s Night Out is here for its third year. Here’s how some marketers are leveraging digital media to build relationships with their customers.Flying Social: How Virgin America’s First-Class Marketing Fuels Brand Awareness
Mashable spoke with Virgin America’s social media team about why the brand is so social and how tech savvy has contributed to the airline’s success.
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5 Android Apps to Turn Your Phone Into a Mobile Document ScannerWe’ve put a few Android document scanning solutions through their paces to help you banish the last bit of paper from your office.3 New Mobile Apps Offering a Twist on the Expected
These mobile apps for photo sharing, gaming and venue reviews are not what you would expect.Happy Birthday Google: Making Sense of the Web for 13 Years
Google has become a household name to billions of people worldwide. In recognition of its 13th birthday, we’re presenting the company’s key products and acquisitions born since 1998.15 Fantastic iPhone Photos of Rainbows [PICS]
If you’re a fan of a good rainbow then check out this collection of iPhone snaps.10 Killer Apps for the Coworking Professional
Flexible companies and cloud technologies have made coworking all the rage for startups. Here are 10 web tools that make the coworking experience more productive and dynamic.Why Browsing Is So Important to Content Discovery
Browsing is a crucial component of information discovery. However, the practice is not well-supported by the search-based or social methods of information discovery that dominate the web today.How Television Has Changed Over 10 Years [INFOGRAPHIC]
A new infographic looks at ten years of television sales and technology. How and Why Consumers Choose a Smartphone
Why do consumers choose one phone over another and how are they making those decisions?Happy Birthday, Television: 26 Essential Connected TV Resources
In recognition of the first television set developed 84 years ago, we’ve compiled a roundup of resources that cover the latest TV tech — today’s web entertainment platforms and the social viewing experience.How Do We Get More Students Interested in Math, Science & Tech Careers? [INFOGRAPHIC]
80% of all careers in the next decade will require technology skills. Are we doing enough to get kids interested in math and science?45 Years of Star Trek [INFOGRAPHIC]
On September 8, 1966, the first regular episode of Star Trek aired, starting one of the biggest sci-fi franchises in history. How One Mobile Startup Plans to Connect Music & Location
Steve Jang has tapped into the location-based craze, allowing any music fans to document their musical journeys with SoundTracking.10 Free Mobile Apps to Kick Off the Football Season
In preparation for what’s sure to be another great five months of pro (American) football, the following 10 mobile apps will keep you informed and prepared to savor everything the upcoming NFL season has to offer. Online Video at Work: Here’s What You’re Watching [INFOGRAPHIC]
Research finds that people are watching lots of video in the workplace, even though they really shouldn’t be. 8 Star Trek Gadgets That Are No Longer Fiction
Here are eight Star Trek technologies that have shifted from future fantasy to present reality.
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