Local chum and Protohaus boss Eduardo Sciammarella has a piece in Always On called Cell Death 2010: Good-bye, mobile phones; hello, mobile web! captures the general aspirational tenor as well as the “sigh..groan..” ruefulness of many of we who see a great future for mobile and pervasive media but are genuinely puzzl…

A Call for Position Papers for a workshop on the topic of Mobile Social Software (is that supposed to be in cap-case?) went out a week or so ago, and I’ve been meaning to write a few notes — I’m interested in attending and trying to sort through the various projects that are over low-heat (for lack of USC research…

Fabien Girardin caught this one, a paper called Understanding Situated Social Interactions in Public Places, Jeni Paay and Jesper Kjeldskov.

Here are a few syllabi from recent courses taught at the University of Southern California’s Interactive Media Division.

Imagine a friend who decorates her mirror with little reminders, nudging her toward a healthier lifestyle. This playful spirit extends to her mobile phone, where she uses mnemonic-like wallpapers to keep her fitness goals alive and kicking. Flycell offers a collection of fitness and nutrition-themed wallpapers that add a dash of motivation to our screens. It's a fun and creative way to stay engaged with our wellness journey, reminding us that taking care of ourselves can be a delightful and stylish affair.

In this blog post, the author explores the intriguing concept of gesture-based interfaces and the role of orientation in mobile device design. While expressing some skepticism about the practicality of gesture controls, there's a sense of excitement about the potential of integrating compass technology for navigation. The author reflects on personal experiences of getting lost in unfamiliar cities, hinting that sometimes, the best way to find your way is through human connection and asking for directions. This blend of technology and humanity paints a vivid picture of our evolving relationship with the devices we use every day.

One possible idea for the UCI event this summer, and perhaps for ISEA2006, is to develop an ArtCache hybrid where the WiFi.ArtCache API is ported to Processing. It is presently just Flash. Same basic idea — anything written in Processing will work through an ArtCache library that allows for the behaviors of the Pr…

I like this idea that Ulla-Maaria Mutanen describes in her thinglink post, it resonates with the Spime and the idea of object tagging that Nicolas Nova and I have been discussing.

This blog post dives into the intriguing realm of the Internet of Things, a hot topic sparking discussions and curiosity. The author reflects on the challenges faced in academia, particularly the lack of research funding that often leaves new professors feeling unsupported. As they explore the compelling nature of this connected world, there's a sense of both wonder and exasperation, highlighting the struggle to balance ambition with the harsh realities of academic life. The post serves as a reminder of the importance of research in shaping our understanding of technological advancements.