As I Become Digital

Look, no one ever accused me of being an early adapter. I rely on the Rocket Scientist to fulfill that role, as well as for critical updates like when the International Space Station will be flying overhead. Look, did you know that coming in October you will be able to snap photos of yourself from space??


Anyway, I recently upgraded to an Android from a terrific Sony camera with phone attached. That phone was supposed to be smart, but like I said it was a terrific camera. The only apps available were for games or flashlights but unfortunately no games with flashlights. See?? Also, online connection was so slow the battery would be exhausted by the effort and need immediate CPR. Alas there was no app for that.


So now I am putting my new phone through its paces. My favorite feature is its voice-to-text function. I love not having to use a Barbie-sized keyboard. Also, when I talk, I feel like someone is listening. Further, I feel someone (Ok, something) is compelled to listen. When I touch that little microphone I know that I have its full attention. It is actually waiting for my words! It has no choice! This is a new feeling for me after marrying a Rocket Scientist and raising kids. Your experience may differ.

I've also started using the Calendar function, which is a welcome improvement since our paper version keeps falling off the wall and behind a chair where I can just barely not reach.

I also like the weather app, because sometimes it is too much trouble to walk across the room and consult an LED display.

I opened a Twitter account, and my first choice to follow is our municipal electric company. That way, in case our power goes out we can track the trucks' progress. So between that and the photo opps from space, I think I have our world covered.

The hardest part so far is keeping the phone with me at all times. I figure I'll get the hang of it eventually. Hopefully by October.

http://www.businessweek.com/articles/2013-04-25/shooting-in-high-def-from-outer-space-with-urthecast

http://www.firstpost.com/tech/nasa-sends-smartphone-satellites-into-space-to-snap-images-of-earth-721375.html



















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