Twitter codes, Periscope moments, all the new tools and more…

New tools to try in 2017

The New Year seems like the perfect time to add new tools to your digital strategy, but given the sheer number of options out there, finding the ones worth your time can be challenging. The ever wonderful Buffer has saved us a job, and rounded out some of the best.

Read more: https://blog.bufferapp.com/new-social-media-tools-2017

Twitter adds QR codes for all users

Twitter has added scannable QR codes to all profiles (currently only accessible through the mobile apps). In theory this will make it even easier to find accounts worth following, and share the link to your own.

Read more: http://www.socialmediatoday.com/social-networks/twitter-adds-qr-codes-help-you-connect-relevant-accounts

Share the moment with Periscope

Periscope’s latest update allows users to share specific broadcast moments with other users. This should really increase your shares and views, as users will be able to get straight to the good stuff.

Read more: http://www.adweek.com/socialtimes/periscope-now-lets-you-share-specific-broadcast-moments-on-the-web/647548

Twitter leads the charge against trolling

Abuse and negativity is all over the Internet, but seems particularly rife on Twitter. The platform is taking a stand, and tackling the problem head on with the ne “expanded mute” feature, whereby users are able to block out any words, handles or emojis that they do not wish to see.

Read more: http://www.socialmediatoday.com/social-networks/twitter-adds-new-mute-words-tool-new-processes-combat-platform-abuse