Google has been in the news recently regarding their Buzz, which is a social network that is accessed through Gmail.  The big deal was the fact it the user had to opt out of the program or feature if they did not want their information to be made public.  This was a very can do something for most users, since they did not realize that they needed to do this.  Based on numerous complaints, Google decided that they would make some changes to the way in which Buzz was used.  However, this must have been a little bit too much too late.  A class-action lawsuit was filed in the United States claiming that Google breached people’s privacy.

Buzz was designed so that it could interface with Gmail as well as Google maps on you PC and your cell, like the Nexus One.  It would actually pinpoint on the map where you were, as well as display the address and other information about the location you were at.  Unfortunately, it also made this information public.  The lawsuit actually can affect over 31 million Gmail users and as of yet there has been no statement issued by Google about the pending lawsuit.  They have made some changes to that you are able to block anyone from being able to follow you without your permission.

This week we have also heard about the instances of security related problems in regard to using social networking.  There was a website that was put up that actually would be able to inform you that your location, because of your profile being public, is actually an invitation for would-be burglars to rob your home.  The creators of the websites say that they have done this in order to bring awareness to the fact that our public profiles can actually give information about our whereabouts, as well as being able to see what we Twittered and Buzzed to your friends.  Both of these situations has brought to light many issues surrounding personal security and privacy.  The important thing to remember is to make sure that your profile is made only available to those that you wish to see it as you use your unlocked cell phone.

Google announced on February 9, 2010 that they have a brand-new product called Google Buzz. This is going to let you be able to chat with your friends through integrating with your Gmail. You will be able to share all of your favorite pictures video clips links and many more things. This application is also going to be able to utilize the new update of Google maps as well. There are so many times that we are out and about and we just want to tell her what we are doing. We also want to let everyone know where exactly we are. With Google buzz for your mobile cell phone, you will be able to tag your location. This will let people see additional information about some of the places that you are visiting.

You will be able to access the buzz from your iPhone 3GS or android browser that will let you be able to create your buzzing. Just like your buzz from the Gmail, it will have a following features so that you can keep up with everyone you follow. It will also show you nearby information about other people that you may not follow that are close. Because it also utilizes the map features, you will be able to see postings about particular can places that you may want to go. This is great feature if you are interested in a restaurant, but one see what other people are saying. Because this is based more on location than actual spot on a map, your friends and family will be able to see exactly where you may be. So you can let someone know to make sure that they order the seafood bisque or because they know that you are just around the corner, you can meet up for a cup of coffee.

To be able to start using the Buzz for cell phones, you just need to go to buzz.google.com right from your phone. Right now it can only be used with the iPhone or the android. Google and their Nexus One is hoping to be able to make it available for other platforms in the future.