December 20th, 2009 • Posted in General Observations
“Never make forecasts, especially about the future.” Wise advice from Samuel Goldwyn. Which I am now about to ignore at my peril. Here’s my take on what to expect in 2010.
1. The Dawn of Ambient Awareness & Networked Consciousness
What happens when real-time status updates and news feeds are combined with GPS location data and context-aware computing? You may experience a new kind of awareness that leverages the perceptions and commentary of other people. You might call it collective intelligence. And it will make you smarter. Continue Reading
Tags: Android, augmented reality, collaborative creativity, connected consciousness, design, devices, digital media, flat screen, flexible screens, future of TV, future trends, hardware, innovation, IPhone, Mobile phone, networked consciousness, OLED, Smartphone, social media, social software
May 5th, 2009 • Posted in Conferences, General Observations
In October 2008, I was invited to give a talk at the 5D conference in Long Beach, CA. Here’s the clip.
I had a great time at 5D. I met terrific people, including brilliant speakers, visionary designers, committed event organizers and the director of the excellent contemporary art museum. I learned a great deal, and saw some brilliant examples of the future of TV. I’d recommend 5D to anyone who is interested in the future of mass media and digital media. Check the conference out at : www.5Dconference.com
Tags: 5D, art, conference, Contemporary art, design, future of TV, Long Beach, Long Beach California, new media, TED, television, Vimeo
September 2nd, 2008 • Posted in Creative Process, General Observations
The introduction of Google’s new open source Chrome browser is newsworthy. So is the way that Google chose to explain the new features to users. Both items are sterling examples of collaborative creativity.
Google teamed up with veteran cartoonist Scott McCloud to create a cool graphic narrative about the new browser.
During a week of breaking news about hurricanes, lurid political drama, and the GOP convention, the Google announcement is likely to get buried in sensational headlines. But it’s worth your while to check out this new online comic book that illustrates the sophisticated new features of the Chrome browser. Because this type of presentation just might be the future of self help guidebooks. Continue Reading
Tags: collaborative creativity, creativity, design, personal development, self improvement
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