Comments on: Lifestreaming and Microblogging Collide in New Minixr Service

By: alpinefolk

alpinefolk — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:27:44 +0000

Thanks for the in depth answer Mark. I keep getting back to friendfeed, as it is the most comprehensive so far. I'm also doing a lot of 'listening' at them moment as I haven't decided where I want to go with Lifestreaming.

Great advice.

By: ImJustCreative

ImJustCreative — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:37:57 +0000

The fact it's in French has halted me in my tracks. Ashamed to say my language skills are poor.

But am intrigued by the service nonetheless, certainly keep my eyes open on this.

Graham

By: Mark Krynsky

Mark Krynsky — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:36:19 +0000

Alistair, I try all services because I'm obsessed with Lifestraming and do it so I can write about them for the site That being said, I think you need to define what you want to get out of your Lifestream before you decide on choosing a service.

You mention interaction. I currently do most of my interaction on FriendFeed which has built itself focusing on features to interact with others. I like recently launched Storytlr with regards to being able to fully customize a feed to your liking. If you run a Wordpress blog then you should check out the Lifestreaming plugin which is great. I import all of my feeds available to Facebook so I can reach my friends that don't use other services so I can share my Lifestream with them on their own turf.

So basically choosing a method or service to Lifestream should be determined by what you ultimately want to get out of it. Also, remember you don't have to choose just one form. It's easy enough to go down multiple paths.

By: alpinefolk

alpinefolk — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:21:39 +0000

Thanks Mark for the article, I'll go and check out Minixr.

How long do you typically try out a new service, before deciding to sticking with it or moving back to your favorites? (regarding regular interaction).

Thanks,
Alistair