It’s going to reach 100F in Raleigh today. That means staying inside is pretty much the only thing to do today. So, seeing as I’m stuck inside, I thought I’d share some weekend Picks.
First up, Google has revealed the process it went through to come up with its new favicons:
There were, apparently, a whole bunch of rejects:
Anyway, it seems even Google’s not married to the new favicons. It’s seeking your suggestions too!
OK, on to other Picks…
- I don’t agree with Rafe Needleman’s suggestion that Twitter should shut down, while it does some repairs. Sure, outages might send users elsewhere, but closing the doors will guarantee it!
- Google’s PR wheels are on full spin, with its recap of the opening ceremony of its new Lenoir, NC data center.
- I’ve just made the switch to Firefox 3–even though Google has yet to release a compatible toolbar!–and if you’re considering the switch, this great video will walk you through the new features. Be warned, not all my bookmarks transferred, and I had to re-enter a lot of passwords, but overall the switch has been worth it.
- Meanwhile, Google’s spending big bucks on outdoor advertising in Russia.
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Danny Sullivan Says:
June 7th, 2008 at 1:03 pm
Now Andy, isn’t this the same story you were giving us twitters**t about writing? Welcome to the club
Andy Beal Says:
June 7th, 2008 at 1:09 pm
@Danny – which story? The one that is mentioned as a Pick and not a dedicated article? The one that’s talking about the process behind it and the request for submissions as opposed to the fact that the favicon changed?
Besides, the only complaint I had was that the whole world went crazy over a changed favicon, and even Techmeme went gaga over it.
e. david zotter Says:
June 8th, 2008 at 12:34 am
Isn’t the new google icon a cereal brand logo?
trexpenn Says:
June 8th, 2008 at 4:49 am
I actually don’t like their new favicon. I’d look to see more colors in it.
Symbian Says:
June 8th, 2008 at 4:18 pm
It reminds me at&t logo changing.
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Keylogger Guy Says:
June 9th, 2008 at 3:29 am
I like the favicon with big G, small one is too small for this company
Alexi Says:
June 9th, 2008 at 8:55 am
I think something with rainbows is in order. I don’t know why they didn’t go with the colorful capital G.
Goran Web Design Says:
June 9th, 2008 at 3:53 pm
I dont get why they changed the logo. I mean this G has nothing to do with their brand. You never too big for branding.
seo dude Says:
June 9th, 2008 at 8:12 pm
I did a quick survey on the new favicon myself and 70 something % of my visitors did not like it. I think I am one of them.
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Owen Says:
June 9th, 2008 at 9:14 pm
I think I agree with the general consensus .. there are quite a few better favicons than the one they are using …
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Jaan Kanellis Says:
June 9th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
I just dont understand why would the use a lower case g when the logo uses an upper case G. Lets get some brand cohesiveness going here.
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Tiffany Says:
June 9th, 2008 at 11:26 pm
I prefer with the colorful logo. But better use the upper case because it is already so Google.
forumistan Says:
June 11th, 2008 at 6:48 pm
They choose a smooth, simple, nice favicon.
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