Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Google Maps: The Next Big Thing for Social Media

Google Maps is a basically web-mapping service application provided by Google to navigate you through your by lanes, your favorite restaurant..that new mall for shopping your levis jeans ( apparently Akki-Twinkle jeans unbuttoning tactics have started working on young men/old men/middle aged man!)...it helps you post reviews about any & every place on this earth. Note : Google Maps is very much similar to Google earth, however it is much more interactive. One can find out what's happening in your local area, post reviews about that latest food joint, connect with your school friends, add ratings & comments & much more.

let me throw some light on the intricacies & features of Google Maps, Somewhat similar to Google Earth, Google Maps are bundled with up teem features which will help you & your business visibility & easy access to your customers.


1.Put your business on Google Maps: Put you business on the Google Map & Expand your visibility.

2.Display your ads on Google Maps : You can Now Advertise on Google Maps..imagine someone searching for a particular location & he/she finds your relevant restaurant/store/product/service ad!

3.Google Maps for your phone :
*Download Google Maps for Mobile: Once you submit your mobile no you get a link, on activation of the link you can:
*Determine your current location with or without GPS
*Get driving and transit directions
*Get phone numbers and addresses for local businesses
*Run Exciting Contests on Google Maps: Recently a Book Launch did a exciting ‘Treasure Hunt’ with the help of Google Maps.


5.Add Videos & Pictures : On a specified location you can add pictures & videos

6.Write Reviews : Write reviews of your favorite restaurants, movies, places, etc

Google Maps overall is a great social tool for users as well as Social Media Enthusiasts.Way to Go!

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