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The microblogging tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about Twitter and similar platforms, including feature updates and viral social media phenomena. One thread details Twitter's 2009 introduction of geolocation, allowing users to share their location with tweets, initially limited to the US. Another thread follows the humorous 'tweeting' account of an escaped Bronx Zoo cobra, which gained nearly 100,000 followers on Twitter. These posts highlight how microblogging services enable real-time, location-aware communication and can amplify quirky, newsworthy events. The tag reflects user interest in the functionality, culture, and impact of microblogging platforms like Twitter.
  1. cybercore

    Missing NYC cobra 'tweeting' clues to whereabouts after zoo escape

    A missing cobra in New York City has been 'tweeting' about its adventures via a spoof microblogging account that's racked up nearly 100,000 followers. The 20-inch snake escaped from the Reptile House at Bronx Zoo, run by the non-profit Wildlife Conservation Society, at the weekend...
    • cybercore
    • Thread
    • adventure baiting bronx zoo cobra escape humor karaoke microblogging mouse new york reptile snake social media temptation twitter wildlife wildlife conservation zoo
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    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  2. Celestra

    Windows Vista Twitter Wants To Know Where You Are...

    March 12, 2009 The microblogging site on Thursday night turned on its new geolocation feature (A New Location Sharing Device), which allows you to tell the "Twitter-verse" where you are and when you tweet. This new feature is off by default and is only available to United States users...
    • Celestra
    • Thread
    • features geolocation google maps location microblogging neighborhood social media twitter united states users
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Live RSS Feeds
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