Month: November 2024

Entrepreneur reviewing project plans on a laptop and notebook, demonstrating the careful balance of quality, speed, and cost in website management.

How to Balance Quality, Speed, and Cost Without Sacrificing Your Website’s Potential

Andrei Ghimpu November 15, 2024 0 Comments
In the world of website design and development, there’s a phrase that’s become notorious over time: “Good, Fast, Cheap – Pick Two.” It’s a tempting idea, suggesting that a client could choose two out of three options: high quality, quick delivery, or low cost. But as O'Brien Media has observed in our years of experience, this notion is more of a myth than a reliable guide. In many...
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WordPress 6.7 update features displayed with O’Brien Media's web design support for enhanced website performance and usability.

Elevate Your Website with WordPress 6.7 and O’Brien Media’s Design Support

Chris Grant (he/him) November 13, 2024 0 Comments
Explore the New WordPress 6.7 "Rollins": Unleashing Innovative Web Design Tools On 12th November 2024, WordPress introduced its latest update, version 6.7 "Rollins," named in honour of jazz legend Sonny Rollins. This release brings together a blend of creativity and functionality that empowers developers and website owners to elevate their digital presence. Here’s a look at some of the standout...
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Google Rolls Out November 2024 Core Algorithm Update: What You Need to Know

Chris Grant (he/him) November 12, 2024 0 Comments
On 12th November 2024, Google began rolling out its latest core algorithm update, aiming to improve the relevance and quality of search results. As with previous updates, this change brings significant implications for website owners, marketers, and content creators. In this post we break down what this update involves and how businesses, including those working with O'Brien Media, can adjust to...
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The Debate Over “Above the Fold” in Web Design: A Balanced Perspective

Chris Grant (he/him) November 11, 2024 0 Comments
The concept of “above the fold” in web design has long been a cornerstone of layout strategy. Originating from the print industry—where key headlines were displayed on the top half of the newspaper to attract buyers—“above the fold” has maintained a prominent position in digital design. But in today’s evolving web environment, how relevant is this concept? Below, we explore both...
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Setting the mobile browser application color using Elementor

To set the mobile browser application colour (the theme colour shown in the browser tab or when viewing the site on mobile devices) using Elementor, follow these steps: Add Custom Code to Elementor: Navigate to Elementor > Custom Code in your WordPress dashboard. Click on Add New to create a new custom code snippet. Name the snippet something like “Mobile Browser Colour” for easy...
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