For a long time now, I (we) have seen a day in the future when I have one device that organizes my information, enables my communication, and holds all the stuff currently in my wallet. Convergence of cell phones and PDAs is here (though still a bit rough around the edges). And I’ve got tons of pictures on my mob. The next step is not …
It doesn’t take much hunting today to find the news of Apple’s new iPods. They are smaller and lighter with more storage space (15 and 30 GB). There’s a new dock. And they, as well as the older versions, integrate seamlessly with the new music download service offered via the iTunes upgrade. The new version of iTunes also includes Rendezvous based music sharing. That means …
An Electronic Tag for the Peripatetic Pet, published recently in the New York Times, provides a nice overview of the benefits of microchipping your dog (or cat). It sounds a bit creepy, but the benefits are worth it. It does remind me, however, of the LoJack Stolen Vehicle Recovery System that was oh so hyped in the 80s.
