The New Technological Frontier

At the risk of dating myself (as a young-ish 22 year old…), can I ask the question, “What will they come up with next?!”?

I have to admit, I am a little behind- technologically.  Trying to change that as best as I can.  After having little luck with FourSquare, I downloaded Gowalla for my iPhone to join in the new phenomenon of “GPS tracking our every move in a game form.”  And, like McDonald’s would say, I’m lovin’ it.

GPS tracking "games," like Gowalla, are a trend to watch in 2010.

After doing some research on both “games” and finding no substantial reason to chose one over the other, I chose to explore Gowalla because a) I had already downloaded it and b) it had better ratings in the iPhone App store.  So far, so good.  I love the badges received for checking in to different places, a feature I know that FourSquare has also.  For now, though, Gowalla has been a great (free) download and I can’t wait to explore this game even more.

Pete Cashmore of Mashable wrote a feature for CNN, which gave his 10 web trends to look for in 2010.  And, low and behold, the second trend is GPS tracking with services like Gowalla.  Working in an industry where communication vehicles are consistently changing and evolving, I have to ask the inevitable question of what will developers come up with next (if you couldn’t tell, I love asking questions).

From touchscreen phones to tablet computers to GPS tracking via phone applications, what technological frontier hasn’t be explored yet? Are there any other trends to look for in 2010?

Jon Gosselin: Super Tool

Jon Gosselin is a perfect example of how the media can HURT your reputation.

First, it was his ridiculous arguments with his [ex] wife on their reality show on TLC.  Then, it was his very public divorce from Kate of “Jon and Kate Plus 8″ this summer.  Next, very public escapades and galavanting with his new girlfriend, who is my age (gross).  TLC decides to sue Gosselin for breaking contact.  And now he’s retaliating.

I read on CNN.com this morning that Gosselin is now suing TLC in return.  For what, you may ask?  He claims that their representatives damaged his reputation.  And Levi Johnston, brought to fame by knocking up Sarah Palin’s daughter, says he’s a good guy, according to People.com.  He must be, if the next nude centerfold for PlayGirl says it’s true…

Here’s some advice, Jon.  I know your ex wife is crazy and a bitch, but don’t break your contract.  Don’t run off with 22 year old girls a month after you get divorced.  And, by all means, get those earrings out of your ear.  You look ridiculous.