AP Stylebook gets updated :: Tweens claim "updates were soooo last week."

Wondering whether website was one or two words? Do you think POS still stands for "piece of s---" as in, "my Ford POS"? Well, the AP has you covered. They've just released their new guidelines for social media (available after the jump). And just in time, too…BRB and LMAO are on their last legs as part of txt-speak vernacular. http://amplify.com/u/6nii

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Geek Alert :: Star Wars Pin-Ups from Feng Zhu

Maybe these won't earn a place in history along side Rosie the Riveter, but they're still pretty amazing. And maybe they'll find a home in the annals of fanboys throughout the world. Plenty more after the jump. http://amplify.com/u/5hfc

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It's what's inside that counts :: South Park controversy

I realize that any portrayal of the physical representation of the Prophet Muhammad is said to be blasphemous, and in the spirit of religious tolerance, I think that most people would respect that; however, I, for one, have never expected that from Trey Parker and Matt Stone. I'm just wondering if this backlash is because the South Park creators used an image of Muhammad (which they've done before, to no outcry) or if the issue is that they've put the Prophet inside something as unflattering and ridiculous as a bear suit…after all, the physical image of Muhammad, in this instance, would be contained inside the bear suit. Disrespectful? yes. Worthy of violence or death? I don't know…but I'm sure the drug-sniffing Buddha will know the answer. http://amplify.com/u/4wok

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"Teabonics"? Seems a misnomer :: Might I suggest "Teangrish"?

And for those of you not catching that reference, this link is for you :: www.engrish.com http://amplify.com/u/45vg

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Kill'em all; let social media sort'em out (thxs @curlyDena for recon)

An insightful (if not peevish) view on what we're doing wrong when it comes to social media. Personally love the commentary on numbers 1 and 6. Click through for full commentary. Thanks again to @curlyDena for posting link. http://amplify.com/u/3obu

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The Nestle Fiasco

I believe the quote was, "Hey Nestle, this is the internet you douchetards...ALL YOUR BASE BELONG TO US". And for that geek moment, I must say 'thanks'! This video is a token of my gratitude! http://amplify.com/u/3eer

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A 'morality meter'? Online? From MTV? So wrong, so many ways

This new online app (not sure if there is a mobile version yet) from MTV just concerns the hell out of me. Bravo to MTV for pushing a campaign against cyberbullying, and honestly, I'm not against this "Over the Line" app that ties rather well into that campaign. What concerns me again is that we even feel the need for something like this. Are our children without a moral compass? And if so, I'm pretty sure we can blame the parents for that one. The question then becomes whether or not said parent will accept responsibility for raising cyberdeliquents. The other reason there is cause for concern is that one of the major faults with this application is that the moral judgment is being made by (most likely) a group of your peers…some of whom might have some questionable morals. I could open up a whole can of worms about morals, personal accountability, parental obligations in raising children, etc…but I think that's just a waste of time and who am I to claim moral superiority over another? But seriously, do we need to go this far? I've always felt like the perfect litmus test when dealing with others is "The Golden Rule". Yeah, remember that old gem? "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." Perhaps MTV should post that on a web page somewhere. http://amplify.com/u/39z4

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Bravo, Huff Post…Bravo!

This one pretty much speaks for itself, so I'm gonna let it. Enjoy! http://amplify.com/u/1pxb

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Social Media chiefs can't "show me the money"

Social media is great! There are effective uses for humanitarian causes, maintaining friend connections, and yes, even that evil thing called advertising/marketing…but it all isn’t going to mean anything if there is no money to back these platforms that are so heavily engaged in the social media realm.

Maybe SM 2.0 will be social media with self-sustaining monetization.

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Blah, blah, rumble, blurg, rah, rah, rah…

Key word in headline – "Talks" I can't wait until headlines read, "Obama [or Congress] DOES/FIXES ______________"(fill in blank). But I won't hold my breath. http://amplify.com/u/1jj8

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Social Media in politics

Not to take away from Brown's use of social media to gain support and communicate with voters, but didn't Obama kind of already do this? Regardless of whether he is still active – the man is busy – I feel like he was really the first politician to embrace and understand how to use social media to his advantage (well, at least his campaign manager did). I'm afraid once all politicians embrace social media, their messages will once again turn into sound bites and white noise…but there will someone who finds another way to connect with voters and stand out among his/her peers. http://amplify.com/u/1gwp

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Weinkauf to Cameron: Avatar sucked, and you're a hack.

I have not yet seen this movie, so I can not provide my own assessment, but after reading this, I'll probably just wait for it on NetFlix. And after all the hype this movie got, it's nice to see someone jumping OFF the bandwagon. http://amplify.com/u/1fue

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Fail me once: Shame on you. Fail me Twice: I'm outta here.

This is not the kind of press AT&T needs right now, but the fact that it involves Facebook account issues makes it a juicy piece of news for me. I realize this was a routing issue on the AT&T data network, but it should certainly open some eyes to how exposed your online personal space/data can be – especially if technology fails, which it's wont to do simply because humans build it. http://amplify.com/u/1f32

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Pepsi Refresh, Refresh, Refresh, Fail 404

I can't even really add anything to this. It's sort of depressingly funny…definitely read the entire article for the full experience. http://amplify.com/u/1ehu

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