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Predictions for WWDC Keynote 2013 As you maybe aware Apple are holding their WWDC event this week. This is a yearly event where developers like me can learn about new features, how to use old features and ask the Apple engineers questions about the frameworks. Most people don't really care about all this it's mostly for developers. The main attraction is the Keynote address on Monday, which is where Apple release new goodies and new operating systems. Below is my predictions of what we will see at the WWDC. Firstly I'll start with what we won't be getting. New iPhones – Apple haven't release iOS 7 yet so no new iPhone until September time. New iPad Mini – as above plus it's only been just over 6 months since lats one, also the new retina version people are waiting for won't arrive until next year. New iPad – same as above. New Apple TV – Apple won't release a new TV at WWDC, but they might...

Favourite 10 Wordpress plugins I use Wordpress for the majority of the sites I build as I find it very versatile and easy to customise how I want it. The other reason is the good quality plugins that are available to add new functionality or automate simple processes. Here is a list of my favourite plugins. All in one SEO This plugin is great for doing your websites SEO giving you helpful hints to guide you through the process. Bulletproof Security Great for securing your website or blog. CMS Tree Page View This little plugin gives you a good way to view your websites hierarchy Google Analytics So easy to add analytics to your site and where would we be without analytics. Google XML Sitemaps Easy and quick way to update your site on webmaster tools Automatic Updater No longer do you need to update all your plugins and themes manually. Easy Contact Forms Quick and easily create contact forms, but the best bit is analytics on the forms as well. Meteor Slides Very easy to create slideshows...

Business is changing and so is how customers find you. There is still the old favourites word of mouth and local adverts. Now though there is online and social media. How many people Google you, check your Twitter account or your Facebook page before contacting you. This is where the problems arise, if they can't find a website or even a Twitter account or Facebook page that can put people off using your business. I'm as guilty as anyone, if I'm looking for a service I'll check their website first, if they don't have one i'll move on to the next. Twitter and Facebook have made this even worse because now you can see what happens on a daily basis and use this to judge the company. A website has become a must for every business, no matter whether your big or small. Its usually the first contact a customer has with you. I could go on and on about how a...