lbpl mobile app & text a librarian service
DESCRIPTION
A quick presentation on two new services at Long Beach Public Library. We have a free mobile app that allows user to manage their account, place holds, renew, and find new library material. The app also connects users to our 12 library locations by map and phone. We also recently started offering Text a Librarian. Text lbpl to 66746 anytime Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm for answers to quick reference questions. http://www.lbpl.org/contactTRANSCRIPT
LBPL Mobile App & Text a Librarian
February 2012
LBPL Mobile app launched October 2011
Available for iPhone, Android, Blackberry, Windows Phone 7
38%
15%8%
34%
4% 1%
Users by Device (Jan 2012)
iPhone
iPad
iPod
Android
Blackberry
Browser
Total Searches: 18,184 (January 2012)
Smart search saves time and typing. Locate your library on the go!
LBPL Mobile app highlights
Connect with the library & discover new materials.
Positive patron feedback on LBPL Mobile app!
Android Marketplace iTunes
Text a Librarian
Launched for staff late January. Launched to public in February.
•57 textsJanuary
•67 textsFebruary (to date)
www.LBPL.org/contact
Julianna Robbins, Digital Services Librarian [email protected]
Questions &
Hands On!