The Renault Card Links Your Visit to the Amsterdam Motorshow Through Facebook
Frank Astuto, Jr. — June 22, 2011 — Pop Culture
References: thenextweb
As the Facebook "Like” button is slowly taking a physical form, the Renault card is an example of this interesting social media movement. In April 2011, during the AutoRAI Amsterdam Motorshow, car manufacturing company Renault handed out RFID-equipped cards that connected users directly to their Facebook accounts. While browsing the automobiles, one could physically "Like" a car by simply swiping the card against its reader, making this "Like" simultaneously appear on their Facebook profiles.
After a quick initial set-up process to link the Renault card to a user's individual profile, the user can then scan and "Like" whichever Renault vehicle he wants, indicating his presence at the Amsterdam Motorshow and his love for the Renault brand.
After a quick initial set-up process to link the Renault card to a user's individual profile, the user can then scan and "Like" whichever Renault vehicle he wants, indicating his presence at the Amsterdam Motorshow and his love for the Renault brand.
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Physical Social Media — Opportunity for companies to create physical manifestations of social media interactions.
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RFID Integration — Potential for incorporating RFID technology to enable seamless social media interactions with physical objects.
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Real-time Social Engagement — Possibility to engage with social media platforms and share real-time experiences while attending events or visiting physical locations.
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Automotive — Opportunity for car manufacturers to leverage social media integration to enhance brand engagement and customer experiences.
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Technology — Potential for companies to develop and implement innovative technologies like RFID to bridge the gap between digital and physical worlds.
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Event Marketing — Chance for event organizers and marketers to incorporate social media connectivity to increase attendee engagement and generate buzz online.
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