The Google Analytics support page clearly tells the users not to make use of “any personally identifiable data, within their GA account” due to the fact that an anonymous ID could be used to collect and store data. Universal Analytics’ client ID should be anonymous to Google. However, if the same ID later logs back from i.e. an iPhone, GA will interpret it is the same visitor visiting the website, but via different device and will be able to identify the user and could link his data to a specific profile.

Universal Analytics has been built to track data across different platforms and devices, and can track activity on any web-enabled device including mobile apps, point-of-sale systems and some offline systems.

In addition to the standard Google Analytics feature, Universal Analytics offers you the following 3 key features:

1. A Simplified Feature Configuration. With Universal Analytics is easier to customize configuration settings such as your campaign time-out handling as well as search term exclusions.

2. Custom Dimension and Custom Metrics. Users have to create their custom dimension and custom metrics and these will become their default metrics.

3. Multiple Platform Tracking. With a measurement protocol, as well as additional collection methods that have been introduced by Universal Analytics, you can collect and transmit incoming data from any digital device into your Analytic account. Thus, you will be able to track websites, non web-based system and off line conversions such as cash transactions and store visits.

The new Google Analytics Measurement Protocol also allows developers to measure how users interact with your business by providing a more comprehensive analysis of the marketing funnel.

At its core, there is a newly introduced fourth version of Google Analytics (GA) JavaScript file that is called “analytics.js”. Remember, this file is going to bring a transformation in web and not web, but within the organizational analytic of seismic proportion.

To track visitors, universal analytics only use a single first party cookie that will last on the visitor’s computer for two years. Additionally, users can determine the duration of a session; the minimum duration is 1 minute and the maximum is 4 hours. With standard analytics, if a visitor doesn’t generate new data within 30 minutes, the following activity will be part of ‘a new visitor’ data.

Universal Analytics provides a wider range of possibilities to track online and offline conversions whilst improving marketing campaigns objectives.

Inspiration

The story of the iPhone started back in the mid 90s with a large, barely handheld tablet called the Newton PDA, a device that featured handwriting recognition software and Newton OS. While the product failed to fully take off, the project was far from wasted and the Newton showed the possibilities of portable touch screen devices.

Original iPhone

It was announced in early 2007, by then Apple chairman Steve Jobs, at a MacWorld Conference & Expo, that the iPhone would ready for release later that year. Although no similar consumer product had ever been seen before, the original iPhone was not met with universal approval, with many critics criticising the tie in with AT&T as the exclusive carrier for the phone. However, on its launch in the US, hundreds of customers still lined up at stores waiting to get their very own original iPhone.

Introduction of Apps

With the issue of the exclusive deal with AT&T solved thanks to jail breaking, the next big step in the development of the iPhone was the introduction of apps. Although the original model came with various programs, including Safari and Google Maps, the actual concept of apps had yet to be presented. However, Apple launched this revolutionary idea in time for the Europe release in November 2007.

iPhone 3

The next version of the iPhone, the iPhone 3, was ready for launch just a year after its predecessor. New features included a white model and upgrades as well as non-Apple developed apps, which were available in the new App Store.

3GS

As is now customary, the next iPhone was released a year later, in 2009. The phone, called iPhone 3GS, was basically an upgrade from the iPhone 3, however, it did come with a few very important new features, including the ability to record videos and the ability to copy and paste.

iPhone 4 and 4S

Over the next two years came the iPhone 4, in 2010, then the 4S, in 2011. The major difference in these two phones and previous models was in their sleeker profile and softly squared edges. Software wise, the iPhone 4 had a few new features such as a camera on the front of the device and a app grouping feature. Meanwhile, the 4S included Siri for the first time.

iPhone 5

Release in September 2012, the iPhone 5 was the lightest and thinnest iPhone to date. Despite its reduced dimensions however, the phone has a larger screen and a more powerful battery, as well as being the first iPhone to use the iOS 6 operating system.

This meant that there was a lot of pressure on its successor, the Desire S, to be similarly successful upon its release in 2011.

Unfortunately, things did not quite work out as planned and the Desire S was not as popular as the handset it replaced. So what went wrong and why is now a good time to sell an HTC Desire S phone for cash?

Hardware Woes

What made the Desire S a hard sell initially was its hardware, because on paper there was relatively little difference between it and the original Desire.

Its processor has the same 1GHz clock speed and although there was a third more RAM and double the onboard storage, those looking for cutting-edge technology did not have their expectations fulfilled.

Even the 3.7-inch display was virtually indistinguishable from the Desire’s, although the fact that HTC had shifted over to only using Super LCD rather than AMOLED panel technology meant that it was arguably worse.

Flagship Relegation

Another problem for the Desire S came from the fact that HTC was no longer positioning this as its flagship device, which meant it was effectively relegated to the mid-range of the mobile market rather than remaining at the top.

The phone which defined HTC during 2011 was the Sensation, which unlike the Desire S had a dual-core processor and a 4.3-inch display, making its stable mate look a little bit outdated.

A few months prior to the Desire S hitting the market, HTC also launched the Desire HD, which may have had the same CPU but benefitted from a bigger screen.

By making the Desire S a product for the middle of the market it lost some of its lustre and the Desire brand never really recovered.

Of course, despite all of this it is important to remember that while the Desire S seems inadequate when viewed critically, it was still a great Android smartphone from a manufacturer that continues to impress with its handsets.

In 2013 HTC’s most important product is probably the One, which boasts a full HD 4.7-inch display, a quad-core processor and the latest 4G connectivity.

Anyone who is thinking about cashing in their old Desire S so that they can upgrade to something with a little more power should do so sooner rather than later. Values of outdated phones can slide relatively rapidly so it is worth parting ways with one while you have the chance to get a decent price for it.

Here, we round up a few of the best financial apps for saving some cash and keeping your finances in the black.

UK Salary Calculator

Available for iPhone, this app is exactly what you need if you have just started or thinking about taking a new job and want to keep a close eye on what you get after student loan, tax, pension contributions, etc. Once you have provided your basic salary and selected the relevant options it will provide you with a graphical and numerical breakdown of your income. Along with giving you information about monthly, yearly, weekly and 4-weekly breakdown of tax, it keeps you informed about employer’s national insurance contributions, your national insurance contributions, and your gross and net salary – it is also possible to add additional allowances, such as childcare vouchers, salary sacrifices, etc. You just need to enter your gross salary and it will handle the rest.

Toshl Finance

If you’re on the lookout for an app to manage your finances but do not want to spend anything on it, try this app. Though it may not be as powerful as some other premium apps, it performs quite well considering it costs you nothing. It gives you the opportunity to use its budget planner as well as some efficient ‘saving monsters’ to keep track of your spending. Since it can calculate in different currencies, you can utilize this app at home and it will likely come in very handy for any overseas trips so you can keep a close eye on holiday expenses.

Account Tracker

Account Tracker is a handy mobile banking app, which helps you keep a close eye on your money. Some people are always tempted to splurge, and if that is the case with you, this app may be for you as it alerts you if you get close to a perilously low balance. The interesting thing is that you can use this app to monitor more than one bank account simultaneously – you can see multiple accounts on a single screen. You can also quickly find out about your current financial health by having a look at the changing colour of the account icons.

Bill Assistant

This is a great app for those who don’t have a great track record when it comes to making payments on time and can help you avoid those costly late payment charges. It has a number of interesting features. It helps you to plan for your upcoming bills. Not only can you view different bills at a glance, you can also check when they are due and even make phone calls to your lenders with ease. It will also tell you about your last payments – how they were made, when, and exactly which payment method was used. It is equally simple to filter your payment history to find out the amount of money you have been spending with different suppliers.

As you can see with today’s technology the ability to manage your finances effectively is literally in the palm of your hand! Download the apps above today and put yourself on the road to financial enlightenment.

If you want to make an effective campaign for any website then you need to make web 2.0 backlinks that will boost your website and outrank your competitors easily.

Here is the web 2.0 list with PR 9 – 5 to make your life easy.

Register now and share your content on 75 web 2.0 websites, It’s a unique and web 2.0 2013 updated list.

PR 9

1. wordpress.com

2. bloglines.com

PR 8

3. weebly.com

4. typepad.com

5. blogger.com

6. livejournal.com

7. tumblr.com

8. squidoo.com

9. tripod.lycos.com

10. blogspot.com

11. scribd.com

12. groups.google.com

PR 7

13. wikispaces.com

14. bravenet.com

15. my.opera.com

16. multiply.com

17. xanga.com

18. yola.com

19. blogsome.com

20. jimdo.com

21. webs.com

22. ning.com

23. wikidot.com

24. zoho.com

25. angelfire.lycos.com

26. webnode.com

27. storify.com

PR 6

28. bigadda.com

29. wetpaint.com

30. blogspirit.com

31. opendiary.com

32. gather.com

33. weblogs.us

34. blog.com

35. blog.co.uk

36. hubpages.com

37. diaryland.com

38. zimbio.com

39. quizilla.teennick.com

40. sosblog.com

41. 21publish.com

42. 43things.com

43. buzzle.com

44. diaryland.com

45. onsugar.com

46. blog.de

47. webstarts.com

48. webspawner.com

49. twoday.net

50. moonfruit.com

PR 5

51. tblog.com

52. 20six.co.uk

53. blog.ca

54. hubpages.com

55. blurty.com

56. upsaid.com

57. tabulas.com

58. terapad.com

59. shoutpost.com

60. thoughts.com

61. blogskinny.com

62. free-conversant.com

63. freeflux.net

64. blinkweb.com

65. ever.com

66. zoomgroups.com

67. beep.com

68. blog.hr

69. blogdrive.com

70. blogetery.com

71. zoomshare.com

72. snappages.com

73. ohlog.com

74. insanejournal.com

75. soulcast.com

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It is obvious that the Bad Boys (your competitors) are stalking you, actually they have to. Why? The answer is Simple! Because they want to be successful. Now, you have two very firm reasons to stalk the Bad Boys.

There are lots of ways in which you can stalk your competitors online but Google Alerts will work best for you if you are working on SEO for your business website. A smart SEO worker will always optimize the website for Google first and by the help of Google Alert you can have a bird-eye view on the Bad Boys.

Now let me tell you how you can stalk you competitors with the help of Google Alert.

Keep an eye on your keywords:

For SEO campaign your first step will be keyword research, and then you do On Page SEO and then link building. Well, this is obvious, after getting the ranking you can start keeping an eye on your each keyword and the SERPs for them.

Fill this simple form, you can choose to get alerts in your inbox or feed of alerts. I’m sure you are smart enough to fill this form on your own. Let’s continue with the stalking.

 Keep Tabs On your Competitors:

If you know SEO well then you can identify a keyword in seconds after having a look at a web page where back link has been created. Put the web address of your Bad Boy in the simple form of Google Alerts and be updated.

Find new profitable keyword

When you will create an alert for the web address of your competitor or a keyword you can identify similar, related and profitable keywords of your niche, as I have already mentioned that a SEO expert can easily do it.

Stalking will be easy for you and guilt free if you have some solid reasons to do it, let me know if you have some more reasons to stalk the bad boys.

Happy Stalking

Why does twitter matters?

Twitter is a micro blogging service that enables user to send personal updated of up to 140 characters called “tweets”. B2B companies enable social sales with long sales cycles. Timing can be everything when it comes to sales. Your success requires you to know your market, organization and selling strategies. There are thousand of profiles on Twitter that can tell you about your industry. Twitter gives you insight into your target audience, nothing in the history told as much about a prospect as twitter does.

Terminologies of Twitter

1.Tweet

Each of the twitter post is known as TWEET. Each tweet has maximum limit of 140 characters.

2. at (@)

@ sign is used to mention a user

3. Hash tag (#)

# symbol is used to mark keyword or topic. See the image under Tweet heading.

4. RT (Retweet)

Used by twitter to show that you are tweeting something, that was posted by another user.

5. DM (Direst message)

Enables you to send privet message to a person you are following of 140 characters.

Profile Optimization

First of all you need to choose a Twitter Name; it is your band so choose it intelligently. Next thing you need to consider is your photo, people trust smiling faces that they see often. So, use a photo of you with big, beautiful smile.

Next is you bio on twitter, tell people where do you work, what is your position there, your interests and add some humor. In the “link” you should put link to your blog (if any), company’s home page or link to your linked in profile.

Build Your Community

To make it short I’m just going to point out the essential steps you should take to build your community.

Find the topic that is relevant to you Business

Dedicate yourself to the related topics to increase your credibility.

Tweet content that will interest your targeted audience.

Engage your audience in a way which can increase you follower base, experiment it.

What to Tweet

It can be related blog post, news of your industry or company. Don’t forget to put hash tags so that your target audience can find you while searching for the topic.

Twitter List as source of building community.

It is a great source of building you community of potential prospects. When a person’s list is public you can follow it if it defines your target market.

Don’ts of Twitter as a Seller

Don’t create awkward situations

Don’t buy followers

Don’t use automated software’s

Don’t be stupid

Don’t tell people what they don’t want to hear

Target Your Audience

Target the keywords which are used by you market, and are related to your niche

Help you prospects to spread their news, they will appreciate it and return the favor

Creating Lists

Step1:  Navigate your lists page through the profile drop down menu in the top navigation bar.

Step 2: Click create list.

Step 3: Enter the name of list, description and select the privacy.

Step 4: Click SAVE LIST

Importance of List: List curates all of your potential prospects into one feed so you can see and hear exerting they tweet.

Should have lists:

Companies of your industry

Competitors

Potential prospects

Partners

Customers

Applications to make Twitter productive:

Sprout Social

Sprout Social integrates with twitter and other networks. Sprout social offers contact management, competitive analysis, lead generation, reporting, analysis and mote. It a affordable and can be used by people who have good understanding of Twitter

TweetDeck

TweetDeck is by Twitter and is very helpful for researching about your topics. It is a desktop application which is easy to use. Main features are tweet scheduling, easy accesses to information about you twitter account, you can keep an eye on your competitors. Beginners can use it easily, without facing any problem and the most important thing is, it is FREE to use.

Seesmic

It is useful for managing multiple accounts over different devices and it is easy to use for beginners.

HootSuite

It works for almost all the devices. Platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, WordPress and FourSquare can be used in hootsuit. It is one of the most used and popular social media application.

InsideView

InsideView is leader in sales intelligence and social selling. InsideView social media features allowing sales professionals to view their Facebook pages, twitter profiles and blogs and it is empowered with list building features. InsideView is helpful with all experience levels

Reddit announced this news early this morning at 6:02 A.M and confirmed it later that the attack. Naturally, there are now several Reddit posts regarding DDos attacks. Reddit system admin that goes with username Alienth  (Jason Harvey) says that site has not experienced attracts at this scale before and that the traffic levels are much higher than what the heavily visited Boston thread generated.

Alienth has posted this graph of Reddit’s server load:

The DDos attack this morning when Boston has shutdown citywide manhunt continues for one of the Boston Marathon Bombing suspects. The Reddit users are actively trying to solve the case. However the users interests do not all the time ends productively .  Their own investigations have led to wrong accusations. As the manhunt started this Friday, Reddit featured a live stream of the breaking events. It is still doubtful whether Friday’s events have anything to do with the DDoS attack on Reddit.

Reddit has stated that they managed to “mitigate part of the DDoS at this time” but certain site features are disabled. For now website it managing the attack and trying to make it normal.

Let’s see the list of specifications of S4.

• Display: AMOLED 1,920 x 1,080 display with 441ppi.
• Network: 3G (HSPA+ 42Mbits/sec downloads), 4G (LTE Cat 3 100Mbits/sec download / 50Mbits/sec upload)
• Memory: Internal storage: 16,32 or 64GB and External memory: Upto to 64GB microSD card.
• Processor: 1.6GHz Octa-Core processor and exclusively 1.9GHz quad-core processor for UK
• RAM: 2 GB
• Dual-band 802.11abgn/ac Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth 4
• GPS
• NFC
• Infrared LED
• Charger: microUSB charger
• Camera: 13-mega-pixel with rear-facing camera and 2-megapixel front-facing camera along Full HD video recording at 30fps.
• Battery: Li-ion 2,600m Ah battery
• O.S: Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
• Size: 136.6 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm
• Weight: 130g
• Price: About $770

Samsung Galaxy S4 is overpowering the users with excitement as it offers a wide range of very useful and luxurious features along the beautiful design. Following 7 are the best of them:

1. Smart Video player:

The moment you’ll tear your eyes off the screen the video will get paused itself. How cool is that?

2. Music Hub:

The Samsung Galaxy S4′s Music Hub is a treat for the music lovers. If you’re also one of them then be ready to create your huge music library as it provides access to a directory of 23 million songs.  Subscription fee is though there but the plus point it that tracks and albums can be stored in the cloud or could be stored locally for offline listening.

3. S4 professional :

• App-free printing HP: This is a very useful feature related to work because there’s the direct connection availability with 180 HP printer models and other devices without any setup or configuration.
• Samsung Knox: This feature allows work and personal content to be managed separately in the handset though this feature had been first introduced by BlackBerry but it is a goo addition in S4 for Professionals.

4. Jack-a-lacking Camera:

S4 allows you to video yourself in-screen while shooting footage of others. It’s capable to let the video-callers to see person calling along who/what’s with them.

5. Group Play:

I say if you are a studious group or fun loving clan this feature is for you! With it, the same audio (i.e. either a lecture or a song) can be played back simultaneously in many Galaxy S4 handsets in propinquity.

6. Samsung S4 nursing:

S4 offers S Health Calorie counter, blood pressure and blood-sugar levels measurement with and heart-rate monitor so now you’ll have a nurse to in your pocket!

7. Writers treat:

• S Voice Drive: I loved this one of all it’s features, S4 has the driving mode which include satellite navigation, dictation of messages, and other voice processes. I wonder if this will help me write my blog post too while driving!
• S Translator: It’s a built in translator whose service doesn’t require a network connection and is capable of translating into 9 different languages.

Samsung has labeled Galaxy S4 as ‘Companion of Life’ though I’m not a big fan of Samsung but I can’t help agreeing with Samsung in this. And yes, S4 sounds like one great companion.

So what do you have to say about it?

1. Samsung SIII

Here comes the Samsung SIII. Not willing to leave the first rank but it might slow down as S4 is soon to be launched. SIII fully competes with iPhones. Though it has a little frightening price tag but its features make it worth of that price.

Features: Dual-core 1.5Ghz Snapdragon S4, Quad-core 1.4GHz.; 4.8” Super AMOLED HD Display at 1280×720 – with 306ppi; 4G on AT&T, Sprint and Verizon – HSPA; 16, 32 or 64GB storage with room for microSD; 2GB RAM; 8MP rear-facing camera with 1.9MP front-facing camera; 2100 mAh battery; Android 4.0 with Jelly Bean update imminent.
SIII is unquestionably a wonderful Android Phone. And in my opinion SIII can’t ever have an alternative.

2. HTC One S

HTC is close to earn all the shine and glitters, Apple and Samsung have attained. One of its ‘thumbs up’ phone is HTC one S. It packs a 4.3 inch screen with an easily handled body which makes it perfect for those who can’t help dropping their gadgets down.

Features: Android OS, v4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to v4.1.1 (Jelly Bean); Qualcomm MSM8290 Snapdragon; Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait; Adreno 225.
Though HTC One S isn’t a complete alternative of HTC One X and HTC One X+ but it is one good phone and very affordable so here you go, it won’t hurt your pocket.

3. LG (Google) Nexus 4

LG (Google) Nexus 4 isn’t much preferable over the other Android Devices but one has to admit that it does have some seriously awesome specifications. In $299 LG (Google) Nexus 4 offers the following features.

Features: 1.5 GHz quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro CPU; Adreno 320; a 4.7-inch HD display; a 8-megapixel camera and a 2,100 mAh battery; Android OS, v4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean).
It’s not impossible that if LG upgraded this Smart Phone into something more advance then in coming times it will reach to a higher rank.

4. Galaxy note 2

This phablet makes every tech. lover restless with the desire to get hold of it. To gaming lovers it’s the dream coming true due to its 5.5 inches AMOLDED screen and Quad-core processor. It’s very popular among the Samsung phones.

Features: Android OS, v4.1.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradeable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean); Exynos 4412; Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A9; Mali-400MP; Sensor Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer; MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM, RSS; HTML5; A-GPS support and GLONASS; Java via MIDP emulator
It’s available in colors of Titanium Gray, Marble White, Amber Brown, Ruby Wine, and Pink. Titanium Gray is my choice. What’s yours?

5. Droid RAZR M

Motorola promised the ‘age of new Motorola’ and with Droid RAZR M; Motorola did it. It’s an amazing Android phone. In only $99 on contract Droid RAZAR M offers you one great experience. It has Dual-core Snapdragon as same in few leading Android phones.

Features: Dual-core 1.5Ghz Snapdragon S4 CPU; 4.3” Super AMOLED Display at 960×540 with 256ppi; WiFi b/g/n; 4G LTE on Verizon; 8GB of Storage with room for microSD card; 1GB RAM; 8MP rear-facing camera with; VGA front-facing camera; 2000 mAh Battery and it’s Launched with Android 4.0.4, Jelly Bean update has been promised.
Overall it’s a nice addition to the range of Android Phones and If you are bored with slick slim Smart Phones then Droid RAZAR M is defiantly is your thing.

What do you say are your Top 5 Android Phones same as mine?