New convergent product: "Take Me Away" Computer
This product would be a completely virutal computer. For example, the keyboard would be displayed by a light and keys could be displayed anywhere. This virtual keyboard works by motion sensors. It would look like this, but the actual piece would be about the size of a Blutooth headset:
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj42arjYExl0788essnifmjTtgZo1UwkaWLHi8RbLXTHEJkFwzuohKZuJrpzzR2YxYsTbyC9pNZvmAbkeoAYTWVeAsKxdHnV1jQNyx0sNXia7yHhinskM130bVqy23b91reAn1fq3SoFveh/s400/virtual_keyboard.jpg
And the screen would be virtual and touch "screen" as well. The complete project would look like this:
http://www.dba-oracle.com/images/future_pc.jpg
Because it is all virtual, it is easily transportable. Imagine going on a plane, without having to bring onboard a computer, a computer case, and battery. You could put this device in your carry-on or purse without having to worry about how much space it takes up. And, once onboard, set-up is fast and easy, not to mention convenient when the plane hits turbulance. Shutting it down would be just as easy to. Just close it and leave!
Lastly, this product would run off of rechargable batteries. While the batteries would need to be somewhat powerful, it would not take as much energy to display the screen and keys as it would to on a regular computer, thereby not only being more "Green" but more awesome as well!
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Monday, April 20, 2009
LOST IV
ugh, i haven't even been watching, but i heard the show has been amazing the past few weeks. hopefully ill watch it soon (like for study breaks :D ) so i can post about it soon!
In today's Los Angeles Times, an article stated that companies can use Twitter to make or break their reputation. The three examples they used were CNN, Amazon, and Dominoes.
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-twitter20-2009apr20,3,7741291.story
Why is this story interesting? Because it focuses on the business aspect, instead of the personal aspect, of Twitter. Companies use this site to update consumers/customers on everything that is going on. However, anyone can create a fake user name and pretend they are company. What happens in this case is that the actual company will buy them out, and pay them to maintain and continue update the tweets, just so long as they are positive about the company.
My favorite quote from the article: " 'There's a mob mentality to social tools where people quickly try to put fuel on the fire, really encouraging brand damage and damage to individuals,' said Jeremiah Owyang, a senior analyst at Forrester Research."
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-twitter20-2009apr20,3,7741291.story
Why is this story interesting? Because it focuses on the business aspect, instead of the personal aspect, of Twitter. Companies use this site to update consumers/customers on everything that is going on. However, anyone can create a fake user name and pretend they are company. What happens in this case is that the actual company will buy them out, and pay them to maintain and continue update the tweets, just so long as they are positive about the company.
My favorite quote from the article: " 'There's a mob mentality to social tools where people quickly try to put fuel on the fire, really encouraging brand damage and damage to individuals,' said Jeremiah Owyang, a senior analyst at Forrester Research."
Monday, April 6, 2009
Dixie Chicks
First off, let me say that I love the Dixie Chicks. I think their music is great, innovative, and they go where no country band has gone before. From songs about "mattress dancing" to how to deal with an abusive husband, these girls have reached farther than other country bands.
That being said, Natalie has a lot of nerve saying what she did, especially across seas. However, she is indeed entitled to her opinion, and the public did go way too far on this single topic. The reason I think it got so out of hand was not because of what she said, but when she said it. It was too early for such a snide comment.
On another note, the best part of the movie was the very end when the Dixie Chicks were back in London. Natalie said something to the extent of, "People have been asking me 'What are you going to say?' and I told them 'I really don't know. I just make it up as I go.' But I have thought of what I am going to say and that is uh, We're ashamed the President of the United States is from Texas."
rofl hahahaha.....
That being said, Natalie has a lot of nerve saying what she did, especially across seas. However, she is indeed entitled to her opinion, and the public did go way too far on this single topic. The reason I think it got so out of hand was not because of what she said, but when she said it. It was too early for such a snide comment.
On another note, the best part of the movie was the very end when the Dixie Chicks were back in London. Natalie said something to the extent of, "People have been asking me 'What are you going to say?' and I told them 'I really don't know. I just make it up as I go.' But I have thought of what I am going to say and that is uh, We're ashamed the President of the United States is from Texas."
rofl hahahaha.....
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