iPhone on the Mind
I’ve been thinking a lot about the iPhone lately. Not in a geek lust sort of way but more as a thinking forward and thinking creatively sort of way.
The information is sketchy on what can and can’t be done on it. But, the hype is there. Heck, my good buddy Rob Walch even has a Today in iPhone Podcast going but doesn’t have the scoop on all the features yet. Even gadget spy Cali Lewis didn’t get the scoop yet.
I won’t be buying one when they first come out. Main reason is I’m on Verizon and not in the mood to switch. I certainly want to get my hands on one to try out. As a usability guy the interface intrigues me and I’m curious if the “keyboard” is going to be any good or not. I’m the type of guy that likes tactile feedback when I’m typing and without this I’m wondering how good it will be.
But, what kind of doors does this open from a new media perspective? Will we finally be able to subscribe and download content on the fly? Can I instantly get the latest episode of JetSet or Ask a Ninja anywhere I am right to my phone? Will it have the ability to surf the iTunes Store and make purchases?
We are all just waiting and seeing. How long do you think it will be before the next generation of iPods? I can’t imagine it will be too long since they already have the interface built and everyone would love to have all the features shown minus the phone if they could get it. I know I’ll be the first in line for one of those! Perhaps we’ll even see them this week? I doubt it because it would distract from the iPhone hype but by the holidays I’m sure.
