Technology Update

Its been quite some time since I posted on the blog, however I thought it was high time to share some of the more interesting sites I've come across. First...Google has released Google Maps API! I know that sounds really boring for you non-techies, but is actually kind of mind blowing. Here are some sites that are using the API:

ChicagoCrime.org and HousingMaps.com

Second. Stuck for what to name your baby? The Babyname Wizard is the best way to find out whether you are a leader or a follower. Let me explain what I mean by leader or follower. Apparently the rich invent new names and us underlings use them until they are non-unique (i.e. saturate the market). See more about this at slate.com The source of the baby name data comes from Social Security Administration. Hmmm. Looks like my sister is a follower - two names in the top ten.

Third. I'm always on the watch for a new cell phone. This is my new favorite: HP iPaq hw6515. Cell phone, organizer with keyboard, GPS, Edge technology - and next years model will have 802.11. Crazy.

Forth. Tablets. I'm not sure why, but I really like these things. Even though I've never actually used one. Marketing. Those guys are clever. Check out my new favorite tablet, the Nokia 770 Internet Tablet

So...honey - should I get the cell phone or the tablet?

Well, that's it for today. My humble re-entry into bogging.