Social networks have quickly become the go to sites when you want to connect with people, share content, or even promote your own business; the veterans being Facebook and Twitter. One service that I feel is quite good, and quite underrated, is Google+. There are many features that make Google+ awesome; some of which are mentioned in this video:
These are the reasons why it is my favorite social networking website.
1 - The App:
Google+ has the most well designed app out of any social networking site that I've ever used. It is graphically pleasing, easy to use, and it just works. Like MKBHD stated in the video, there is no need to try and find the best third party app for Google+, like other social apps -*cough*Facebook*cough*- because the original works wonderfully.
2 - No Spam:
One of the biggest annoyances I have with Facebook are the millions of pictures floating around telling me to like in a certain amount of time or I'll go to hell. This is non-existent on Google+. The community as a whole is much more mature.
3 - Google Services:
Since this is a Google service, all your other Google services are easily accessible. Anything from your Google Docs, to the places you like in Google Maps can be shared with a few clicks. This is great for people like me who essentially operate in the Google cloud.
4 - Hangouts:
I am not one to video chat often. I really don't use this form of communication unless it is with my girlfriend when she is away. That being said, when I want to video chat I use Google Hangouts. This was introduced with Google+ and it is just awesome. Not only can you have a face to face conversation with up to 10 people on your phone or computer, but just like Google+ itself, you can share things seamlessly. If you have a business meeting via Hangout, then you can share with everyone a spreadsheet or word document from your Google Docs. If your chatting with your friends you can pull a YouTube video and you can all watch it together. There are a number of other fun features mentioned in the video above as well. It's biggest competitor would have to be Skype, which Google Hangouts completely blows away in my opinion. But, then again, I hate Skype. I think it is very difficult to learn how to use and the interface is much too cluttered. Point being, try a Hangout.
5 - No Friends:
When you receive a friend request from someone you don't know, 9/10 times a "creeper alert" goes off in your head. This really isn't the case on Google+. When people you don't know comment on your posts it's much more friendly, and less creepy. For some reason -again, maybe the overall maturity of the site- I don't get as weirded out when a random person from another country comment on a Google+ post. It's very good at bringing people together who share common interests.
Well there you have it, 5 reasons why Google+ is awesome. Though it doesn't have the biggest following, it is growing and it does work really well. I was very skeptical in the beginning because none of my friends used it, but with Google+ it doesn't matter cause you can make new ones. So will you guys be giving this service a try?
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