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Whether it's the 007 gadgets from "Q" branch in the James Bond movies, the gadgets in movies such as "Spy Kids", or even "Austin Powers", we have an endless fascination with gadgets and technology. In "Consumer Gadgets: 50 Ways to Have Fun and Simplify Your Life with Today's Technology... and Tomorrow's", Nicholas D. Evans explores fifty of the hottest topics in consumer-oriented technology. He takes an activity-centric approach to show how you can simplify your life using some of these new gadgets and services that are available today, together with a glimpse into some of the future things to come. It features gadgets for the home; gadgets for the office; gadgets for the car; and gadgets you can wear. "Many gadgets can complicate life with technology for technology's sake. But some can add real value, simplicity, and ease of use. Nick Evans' new book points out some of today's and tomorrow's winners in this must-have, benefit-oriented read for the gadget-inclined." - Carl James Yankowski, Former President of Sony Electronics and CEO of Palm, Incorporation. "This book is perfect for the technologically curious - those wanting to know about the technology behind the things we call gadgets. As a technologist specializing in telematics, I was delighted reading about the technology behind other consumer gadgets." - Dave Acton Director, Global Telematics Portfolio Planning, General Motors Corporation. "Nick Evans' insights into current and future applications of technology are second to none. With the visibility he has into the uses of leading-edge technology among the biggest and brightest corporate technologists, he has built up an impressive level of knowledge and expertise. It is this experience and insight that lends great credibility to his latest work on some of the most compelling technology advancements for consumers. This book is authoritative and comprehensive, but it features an appropriate level of skepticism to prevent consumers from rushing headlong into purchasing the latest gadgets without understanding some of the challenges that come with them." - Tom Smith, Editor CMP Media, InternetWeek.com. "Consumer Gadgets" is an approachable "how-to" book exploring fifty of today's high-tech innovations that can enable you to have fun, simplify your life, and be more productive in everyday tasks whether at home, at the office or even in your car. The book explores the futurist capabilities of today's and tomorrow's technology by showing you "amazing things you can do today that you don't know about... and things you can do tomorrow". Evans provides an easy-to-read exploration of the benefits behind some of these new gadgets and services which are already on the market, together with a glimpse into some of the future things to come. The book's extensive coverage includes high-tech and consumer products from some of the world's leading corporations and innovators such as American Express, ExxonMobil, Fujitsu, General Motors, Honda, Microsoft, NCR, Nikon, Nokia, OnStar, Samsung, Segway, Sony, Sprint PCS, Texas Instruments, Thales Navigation, TiVo, Toshiba, Wherify, XM Satellite Radio and many others. It provides easy-to-read, plain English descriptions of what these products and services do, how to use them, sample usage scenarios, and their overall benefits.
Contents
I. TODAY'S TECHNOLOGY. 1. Getting High-Speed Connections: Broadband Internet. 2. Getting Wireless Connections: Wireless Local Area Networking. 3. Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs): Toshiba Pocket PC. 4. Combining Mobile Phones and Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs): Smartphones. 5. Personalizing Your Cell Phone: Downloading Ring Tones and Images. 6. Keeping One Phone Number across the Globe: World Phones. 7. Single Log-In and Profiles: Microsoft .NET Passport and the Liberty Alliance. 8. Increasing Your Security: Fingerprint Readers and Facial Recognition. 9. Remote-Control Software for your PC: GoToMyPC. 10. Using Voice-Activated Services: PCS Voice Command from Sprint. 11. Communicating via Instant Messaging: Nokia Communicator. 12. Receiving Alerts and Notifications: Microsoft .NET Alerts. 13. Using Voice Over The Internet: Groove Networks. 14. Video Conferencing With Your PC: Webex. 15. In-Car Safety and Security: OnStar. 16. In-Car Information and Entertainment: OnStar and MobileAria. 17. Finding Your Way:. Magellan Meridian GPS Receivers. 18. Tracking the Kids: Wherify GPS Personal Locator. 19. Taking Digital Photos: Nikon Coolpix. 20. Viewing Digital Photos: Microsoft TV Photo Viewer. 21. Filming with Digital Video. 22. Camera Phones: PCS Vision from Sprint. 23. Sharing Images, Audio, and Video over the Web: Kazaa. 24. Making Your Own Digital Recordings: CD and DVD Recorders. 25. Listening to Digital Music: MP3 Players. 26. Tuning in to Satellite Radio: XM and Sirius. 27. Watching Digital Television: HDTV. 28. Digital Video Recording: TiVo, ReplayTV and UltimateTV. 29. Multiplayer Online Gaming: Playstation, Nintendo and Xbox. 30. Printing from Your Mobile Device: ThinMail and PrintMe Networks. 31. The Next-Generation Laptop: Tablet PCs. 32. Simplifying Convenience Payments: ExxonMobil Speedpass. 33. Securing Internet Shopping: American Express Blue. 34. Shopping With Your Mobile Phone: Digital Wallets. 35. Simplifying Shopping With Self-Checkout: NCR FastLane. II. TOMORROW'S TECHNOLOGY. 36. Connecting Your Home: Internet Home Alliance. 37. Networking Using the Phone Line: HomePNA. 38. Networking Using the Electrical System: HomePlug Powerline Alliance. 39. Using Many Devices With One Connection: Personal Mobile Gateways. 40. Talking To Your Mobile Device: Spoken Language Understanding. 41. Using New Visual Interfaces: 3D Desktops. 42. Artificial Intelligence and Computers that See: Intelligent Messaging. 43. Digital Pen and Paper. 44. Using Virtual Tours: Augmented Reality. 45. Your Own Personal Robot: Honda ASIMO. 46. Working with Virtual Keyboards: Electronic Perception. 47. Objects that Communicate: Smart Labels and Electronic Product Codes. 48. The Personal Transporter: Segway Human Transporter 49. Fuel Cell and Drive-By-Wire Cars: General Motors Hy-wire. 50. Next Generation Transportation: The Moller SkyCar. Appendix. Index. About the Author.
