Why Your Business Needs a Google Business Profile

And How a Google Business Profile Helps You Get Found In today’s digital world, if your business isn’t on Google, does it even exist? While that might sound dramatic, the reality is that most customers turn to Google first when searching for products or services near them. That’s where Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) comes in. This free tool from Google is one of the...
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In recent years, there’s been a growing trend of removing text labels altogether, leaving users to decipher an array of symbols with no explanation.

Why Icon-Only Design is Failing Users – And What to Do Instead

Icons have long been a staple of web and app design, providing quick visual cues to help users navigate interfaces with ease. But in recent years, there’s been a growing trend of removing text labels altogether, leaving users to decipher an array of symbols with no explanation. The result? Confusion, frustration, and a poor user experience. At O’Brien Media, we believe that web design should...
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In this post, we’ll take a deep dive into the dangers of scanning unknown QR codes, how QR scams work, and the steps you can take to protect yourself.

Beware of QR Code Scams: How to Stay Safe

QR codes have become an essential part of our everyday lives. From scanning menus at restaurants to making payments or logging into apps, they offer a quick and convenient way to access information. However, with the increasing reliance on QR codes, cybercriminals have found ways to exploit them for scams, fraud, and malware distribution. In this post, we’ll take a deep dive into the dangers of...
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Microsoft to Hang Up on Skype: End of an Era in Digital Communication

In a move that signals the end of an era, Microsoft has announced that it will officially shut down Skype on May 5, 2025. The decision marks the conclusion of a 22-year journey for a platform that transformed the way people communicate online, bridging distances with voice and video calls long before the rise of modern collaboration tools. The Rise of Skype: A Pioneer in Online Communication...
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Local Search and SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) in Swindon

Swindon SEO & Local Search Experts We are passionate about SEO at O'Brien Media, and we bring that passion to helping your business reach as wide an audience as possible online! We understand the impact that amazing SEO can have on your website. Get in touch today or find out more about your website's SEO performance... Talk to us about SEO It's important to be at the top of the search...
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The O’Brien Media Digital Insider Blog

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Swindon Web Design and Website Support by O’Brien Media

Swindon Website Design and Website Support from O’Brien Media

We are websites design professionals building mobile-friendly websites that are irresistible to your customers We're a friendly local website design, SEO, and digital marketing agency based in Swindon, Wiltshire. We've been designing, building, and providing support for websites that work hard for businesses like yours. With over 155 years of experience, we can help you create a professional...
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SearchGPT vs. Google: What Small Businesses Need to Know

As SearchGPT emerges as a new player in the search engine landscape, small businesses need to understand how it compares to the industry giant, Google. SearchGPT, developed by OpenAI, is designed to provide conversational, context-aware search experiences. It integrates real-time data with generative AI, offering a more interactive and dynamic search process. What is SearchGPT? SearchGPT is...
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