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A Teenager’s View on Social Media

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Re: A Teenager’s View on Social Media

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Post by solarmist »

josu wrote: post #24
bgun wrote: post #19

many have nailed this on the head. It’s dead to us. The next few paragraphs then go on to describe Facebook as essential social plumbing. I think an FB product manager would be delighted to hear that Facebook is "dead" in this way. This is precisely why the most successful social network of its generation was built, first and foremost, to be a platform rather than a cocktail party.

So were Yahoo and AOL. If specialized apps start to show up, people may start ditching FB altogether.

He mentions exactly that in the article. A lot of 10-16 year olds he knows don't even have FB accounts.

Re: A Teenager’s View on Social Media

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Post by bcRIPster »

Afforess wrote: post #59
bcRIPster wrote: post #11

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Ok mods, I'm concerned that I have made some valid criticisms on this article as have others in their comments, yet mine is being down modded into negatives. I'm left feeling this is immature and punitive for a joke I made on a prior news posting where I complained about the down modding. Would someone like to explain just how my criticism is so much more severe as to warrant attack over the other criticisms?

Complaining about downvotes is the surest method of accumulating more. It's an observation I've made over the years, not an indictment of you.

Honestly, I expect it's exactly as you say. It's just got me in a bit of a mood this morning.

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Post by crazypyro »

Rainymood wrote: post #29

20/m/europe >In short, many have nailed this on the head. It’s dead to us. Facebook is something we all got in middle school because it was cool but now is seen as an awkward family dinner party we can't really leave. What? >Snapchat is where we can really be ourselves while being attached to our social identity. Without the constant social pressure of a follower count or Facebook friends, I am not constantly having…

This article is slanted in favor of Snapchat.

You can be the real you, only on Snapchat!

"Snapchat isn't like that at all and really focuses on creating the Story of a day in your life, not some filtered/altered/handpicked highlight. It’s the real you."

Re: A Teenager’s View on Social Media

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Post by crazypyro »

bcRIPster wrote: post #23
swalsh wrote: post #14

I have never felt so old reading a post :D What I find interesting is the stark contrast to people's predictions from years ago. I can recall the speculation about how in a world of facebook our lives will be documented forever, and the problems that will cause. That very real concern seems to not only have been well received, but they seem to be taking precautions. Unexpected, but very encouraging!

And just how did you come to that conclusion when he specifically said he doesn't care if someone like Snapchat keeps his photos forever?!? Will he care when his photos start showing up in advertisements? Will he care when a prospective employer with a data sharing agreement with Snapchat's future owner accesses his document/activity history and he can't get a job? Sigh.

He's probably hoping Snapchat is his future employer, based on this article and past tweets....

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Post by drzaiusapelord »

[deleted] wrote: post #64
themodelplumber wrote: post #31

This is weird; the author possibly met with the CEO of Snapchat more than once recently: https://twitter.com/thatswattsup/status/546018511902867456 > Can't wait to visit my friends at @Snapchat again tomorrow :D https://twitter.com/thatswattsup/status/545326840940740608 > Loved hanging out with @evanspiegel yesterday, he's one of the nicest and more genuine guys I've met. Thanks for having me @Snapchat! ...influencer…

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Something I noticed growing up, even when I was a teen, was stuff like "what teens think today" seemed bullshity and something certain adults wanted to hear, which often never reflected my experiences. In this case, the HN-friendly Facebook bashing. Now as a middle-aged adult, its obvious its questionable writing. Its either PR of some kind or a half-assed article by someone with a teenage daughter and a deadline.

A proper survey or data about app store habits say a lot more than a questionable testimonial. Yet somehow, this little sub-genre of reporting still exists. Its like there's this constant adult neurosis about what teenagers and college students think, especially if your paycheck stems from the spending habits of that demographic. This neurosis lets us overlook a lot of things, the same way people looking for spiritual answers will sometimes flock to a known conman, cult, or abusive religion.

Funny how a lot of us were bright young kids, like you, but have become milquetoast adults falling for the same old tricks. Sounds like you're on the right path though. Don't become us.

Re: A Teenager’s View on Social Media

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Post by joshstrange »

DanBC wrote: post #68
joshstrange wrote: post #10

Earlier quoted context omitted.

I disagree, none of my friends use WhatsApp and I've never heard them mention it. It's all about group texts or FB chat groups. (I am 23)

There was a thread posted here about the new Nokia215. SeverL people mentioned the importance of WhatsApp. Facebook really should create a whatsapp for System 30+ -- they would dominate that market. Whatsapp is really important in some markets. Just because you don't know anyone using it doesn't make that less true. (Also, I use it, so now you do know someone using it!)

Please forgive me, I'm not saying no one used WhatsApp but that people in my age group, with similar socioeconomic status, that I regularly hang out with and talk to don't use it. WhatsApp is great for overseas talk and its ability to run on literally any phone but the vast majority of my friends have iPhones and the ones that don't have higher-end android phones so WhatsApp was never the "only" option for us and we gravitated to other networks.

Also understand that I am FULLY aware that I do not represent my age group nor do I represent even the "average" "young" person. I represent a small demographic but I wanted to give my views from that position.

Re: A Teenager’s View on Social Media

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Post by sp332 »

AndrewKemendo wrote: post #3

This is filled with gems that old farts like me (I'm 30) don't have any idea about. If I don’t get any likes on my Instagram photo or Facebook post within 15 minutes you can sure bet I'll delete it. Super interesting take - it's as though they are posting not to show people stuff but to get people's approval for what they are posting. Simple but critically different in my opinion. Facebook is often used by us mainly…

Posting, liking, and commenting are pretty much the only means of interaction on Facebook. (Besides messages, but that's a different thing.) And since there's no "dislike" button, if you get no likes, then you don't know if people really hated it, or thought you were weird for posting it. Removing it is the easiest way to make sure you're not alienating your friends.

Re: A Teenager’s View on Social Media

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Post by crazypyro »

billions wrote: post #70
Chronic30 wrote: post #45

Earlier quoted context omitted.

You can be sure Facebook will acquire any threatening social networks.

Except Snapchat which refused acquisition so far

Probably because Facebook hasn't offered them enough billions yet. This article and author certainly seems to be promoting Snapchat well though.
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