Entries from June 2007

June 28, 2007

Newspaper “web editions” vs. “e-editions”

This is a great overview article about e-editions: the pros and cons, what some newspapers are doing, vendors and such.
Newspaper digital editions or electronic editions By J.D. Lasica
And here’s a follow up saying uptake of digital editions among newspaper titles varies between 0.2% and 1% of actual newspaper circulation:
Newspaper Digital Editions – future or futile? by Alistair [...]

June 18, 2007

Some clues on the age old question: What do I put on my website?

A survey just released by NNN (Newspaper National Network) has some clues how to balance content between your print edition and your website.
In their phone survey, 81% of newspaper website users also read the printed newspaper in the last 7 days. “Crossover users,” as they’re called, love both their print edition and newspaper website. They visit their newspaper [...]

June 12, 2007

Newspapers Find Online Video Niche – 6/11/2007 – Broadcasting & Cable

Dailies, yes. But Weeklies? Well, of course!
Digital cameras are cheap, and many produce digital video with sound. You’re out there shooting pics, why not make a short video with narration to add another level of experience for your website vistors?  
 It’s certainly within reach.
Newspapers Find Online Video Niche – 6/11/2007 – Broadcasting & Cable
Newspapers Find Online [...]