How to download videos from Google+

If you have videos that you have uploaded to Google+ and you now need to download them, here are the basic steps:

Step	Action	Do
1	Hover over "Home" in the upper left corner to open the left navigational bar.
2	Click "Photos" in the left navigational bar to go to the Photo section of Google+.
3	Next click "More" then on the drop down box, click "Videos" which will take you to the videos section of the Photos section.
4	While viewing the video, click on "More" and then in the drop down box, click "Download video" which will allow you to download the video to your computer.

With the new Hangout chat function, you can now have access to your #Google+ hangout chats even when the hangout ends. Make note that all those who were in the hangout with you, have access to the same chat.

There are settings for the chat that you might find helpful. Below is a screenshot of the settings and I will explain each one to you as numbered below. Click on the gear in the upper right corner of the Hangout chat window

1. Notifications: allows you to turn notification for a specific chat on or off.
2. Save hangout history: allows you to save the full chat outside of the hangout chat window.
3. Archive the hangout: basically puts the chat away from active duty. :)
4. Leave Hangout: allows you to remove yourself from a hangout chat.
5. Cancel: remove any changes you have made.
6. Save: keep all the changes you have made.

+Google+  #HangoutChat #NewDesign #GooglePlusUpdates

Just found out that you can now send money via +Gmail using #GoogleWallet. For those who may not remember, Google Wallet used to be Google Checkout. Will you use this payment method?

According to Google Commerce:

Google Wallet is now integrated with Gmail, so you can quickly and securely send money to friends and family directly within Gmail — even if they don't have a Gmail address. It's free to send money if your bank account is linked to Google Wallet or using your Google Wallet balance, and low fees apply to send money using your linked credit or debit card.

For more details: http://googlecommerce.blogspot.com/2013/05/send-money-to-friends-with-gmail-and.html

Or watch the video below

Computer and kids: are they getting to much?

Computer kids: Does your child need a digital detox? http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/children_shealth/10010478/Computer-kids-Does-your-child-need-a-digital-detox.html

Are you using voice-to-text and do you feel it's safe while driving

Voice-To-Text Is Just As Dangerous As Regular Texting While Driving http://www.businessinsider.com/study-voice-to-text-is-just-as-dangerous-as-regular-texting-while-driving-2013-4

2011 Blooper and Blunder from CNET

So I decided to do a little bit of video viewing on YouTube and came across this Blooper video from CNET. I must say that some of the bloopers had me laughing. Check out the video below and tell me what you think by leaving a comment, +1 this post and even resharing it.

One more thing, this video brings to mind a question, how do you handle social media bloopers? Would love to hear about your solutions to bloopers that you have experienced on social media.

5 Easy Tips To Brand Youself On Google Plus (Google+)

As you start using using Google Plus (Google+), it is important that you keep the following tips in mind. They will assist you in branding you and your business.

• Tip #1: Make personal profile public and complete it with the 5 W's (Who, What, Where, Why, & How people should do business with you)
• Tip #2: Be real when you connect with others. Don't be pushy or always "markety". People want to get to know you.
• Tip #3: Share relevant content that others will find helpful and useful. It's not about "pushing" information but about "sharing".
• Tip #4: Join hangouts and get to know other Google+ users.
• Tip #5: Comment on what others share and make sure you circle others.

Do you have other tips that you would like to share about Google+? Please feel free to leave a comment and share.

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