Monday 29 April 2013
InfoGear iPhone
The first iPhone was released in 1998 by InfoGear Technology Corporation. In 1997, prior to the release of iPhone, Infogear entered into a partnership with Cidco of Morgan Hill, California.[1] The iPhone was an innovative internet appliance that featured a sliding keyboard and an LCD touchscreen that accessed an embedded web browser and an email client. It was one of the first wave of internet appliances, preceding the I-Opener, 3Com Audrey and a slew of similar devices from various manufacturers including Alcatel and Nortel. Reviewers praised it for offering a simple and "relatively inexpensive" way to access the Internet, but many criticized its size, lack of features, and US $5 per month in addition to the Internet access charge and the purchase price (US $299).[2][3] Infogear was acquired by Cisco Systems in 2000,[4] A new model was introduced in 2001, but the product was soon discontinued.[citat
Google Now comes to iPhone, challenging Apple's Siri
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Google Inc is bringing its Google Now technology to the iPhone, where it will compete head-on with Apple Inc's Siri to serve as the primary service that smartphone users rely on to get everything from weather updates to traffic forecasts.
Google Now, which made its debut last year on mobile devices powered by Google's Android operating system, will be available as a feature in the new version of the Google Search app for iPhones and iPads starting on Monday.
Personal assistant technology such as Apple's Siri, Google Now and products created by various start-up companies aspire to play what could become a critical role on smartphones by helping users with daily chores such as looking up information on the Web, handling calendar appointments and managing travel plans.
Some analysts believe Apple's Siri, which comes pre-loaded on iPhones and iPads, represents a growing threat to Google, the world's No. 1 search engine. The information that Siri provides on common topics such as sports scores and nearby restaurants reduces the need to visit Google's search engine, the analysts say.
Johanna Wright, Google's vice president of Search and Assist for Mobile, described Google Now as the next phase in the evolution of search, in which answers are served up without a user needing to type in a query.
The technology taps into Google's various online services, from Web search to personal Gmail email and Google Calendar entries, to deliver relevant information throughout the day in pop-up windows that Google refers to as "cards." By accessing an email with a flight itinerary, for example, Google Now can automatically remind a traveler about an upcoming trip and suggest the best time to leave for the airport based on current traffic conditions.
Unlike the Android version of Google Now, in which users can swipe the phone's homescreen to quickly access the pop-up cards, the version for Apple's iOS will only display these cards when a user has opened the Google Search app.
The smartphone has emerged as a key battleground between Google and Apple as consumers increasingly access the Web with mobile devices instead of personal computers.
In September, Apple replaced the Google Maps app that once came pre-loaded on iPhones with a new maps app that Apple created in-house. The Apple maps service contained embarrassing errors, drawing fierce criticism from consumers and reviewers and forcing Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook to offer a public apology.
Google Now, which made its debut last year on mobile devices powered by Google's Android operating system, will be available as a feature in the new version of the Google Search app for iPhones and iPads starting on Monday.
Personal assistant technology such as Apple's Siri, Google Now and products created by various start-up companies aspire to play what could become a critical role on smartphones by helping users with daily chores such as looking up information on the Web, handling calendar appointments and managing travel plans.
Some analysts believe Apple's Siri, which comes pre-loaded on iPhones and iPads, represents a growing threat to Google, the world's No. 1 search engine. The information that Siri provides on common topics such as sports scores and nearby restaurants reduces the need to visit Google's search engine, the analysts say.
Johanna Wright, Google's vice president of Search and Assist for Mobile, described Google Now as the next phase in the evolution of search, in which answers are served up without a user needing to type in a query.
The technology taps into Google's various online services, from Web search to personal Gmail email and Google Calendar entries, to deliver relevant information throughout the day in pop-up windows that Google refers to as "cards." By accessing an email with a flight itinerary, for example, Google Now can automatically remind a traveler about an upcoming trip and suggest the best time to leave for the airport based on current traffic conditions.
Unlike the Android version of Google Now, in which users can swipe the phone's homescreen to quickly access the pop-up cards, the version for Apple's iOS will only display these cards when a user has opened the Google Search app.
The smartphone has emerged as a key battleground between Google and Apple as consumers increasingly access the Web with mobile devices instead of personal computers.
In September, Apple replaced the Google Maps app that once came pre-loaded on iPhones with a new maps app that Apple created in-house. The Apple maps service contained embarrassing errors, drawing fierce criticism from consumers and reviewers and forcing Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook to offer a public apology.
Alachua Freenet
The Alachua Freenet is a volunteer effort to create an electronic community for Alachua County. The Freenet is an internet access provider, a computer provider, and service provider and an important source for community information and participation.
The Freenet is an Internet access provider. This means that the Freenet operates a modem pool that accepts incoming calls and connects users to services on the Internet. The modem pool is an "on ramp" for the Internet. As networking in the home becomes more pervasive and options increase --- it is expected that both local telephone companies and local cable television companies will be providing network access services in the near future -- the role of the Freenet as an access provider may diminish. The Freenet also provides computers to those who cannot afford them. Donations (tax deductible!) of used equipment are accepted and the machines are given to community centers and put in places where they will best be used to provide access to people who might not otherwise have the means to participate.
The Freenet is an Internet service provider. The Freenet operates an email system that its users get for free and can be used to send email anywhere in the world. The Freenet email system is very similar to the email system used at UF --- addresses have the form userid@freenet.ufl.edu. The ufl.edu part of the address indicates that the Freenet gets its Internet connection under an agreement with the University of Florida. Freenet users get access to the world wide web and Usenet news groups including a collection of local newsgroups that act as open forums for on-line discussions.
The Freenet is also an important information repository, an electronic "publisher" of community information. Freenet folks get a community calendar, information on local community organizations, arts and entertainment, business information, information from the public schools, Sante Fe Community College, local government and the library system. The information is provided by the organizations involved. Groups and individuals who wish to provide information can find instructions on how to do so on-line at the Freenet.
The Freenet was organized by Judy and Bruce Brashear, who were recently named by the Gainesville Sun as community leaders of the year for their work in establishing the Freenet. David Pokorney of the Northeast Regional Data Center has provided technical guidance for the project from its inception. Many members of the UF community donate time and effort to the Freenet project as information providers, technical consultants and trainers. Community interest has been very strong. An organizing meeting of the Freenet in April of 1994 drew over 800 participants. The Freenet created over 6,000 accounts in its first week of operation in the fall of 1994. The Freenet currently has over 10,000 users.
You can access the Freenet from the World Wide Web at the URL:
http://www.freenet.ufl.edu
You can telnet to the Freenet at freenet.ufl.edu.
You can also access the Freenet from home via modem at 334-0200 at modem speeds up to 14.4K, with 8 data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit. You can get preconfigured modem software for the Freenet from the reference desk at the Alachua County Main Library Office for a $1 handling fee. You can learn more, become a donor or volunteer to help by contacting the Alachua Freenet at 904-FREENET.
The Alachua Freenet is one of many such community networks in the United States (see http://www.neosoft.com/citylink/ for a comprehensive list of U.S. Freenets). Some see this movement as the coming of a new form of participatory democracy in which citizens have improved access to information about their local communities and governments and are thus empowered to participate in local decision making. The Freenet improves both access to information and opportunities to electronically discuss the issues facing our community. The Alachua Freenet is dedicated to the concept of access for everyone. Those with home computers or computers at work can access the Freenet now. Those without their own equipment have access to the Freenet at community facilities such as the libraries, community centers and the schools.
Contact the Freenet regarding training opportunities, and information about how you can help to provide information and provide access to information about our community.
The Freenet is an Internet access provider. This means that the Freenet operates a modem pool that accepts incoming calls and connects users to services on the Internet. The modem pool is an "on ramp" for the Internet. As networking in the home becomes more pervasive and options increase --- it is expected that both local telephone companies and local cable television companies will be providing network access services in the near future -- the role of the Freenet as an access provider may diminish. The Freenet also provides computers to those who cannot afford them. Donations (tax deductible!) of used equipment are accepted and the machines are given to community centers and put in places where they will best be used to provide access to people who might not otherwise have the means to participate.
The Freenet is an Internet service provider. The Freenet operates an email system that its users get for free and can be used to send email anywhere in the world. The Freenet email system is very similar to the email system used at UF --- addresses have the form userid@freenet.ufl.edu. The ufl.edu part of the address indicates that the Freenet gets its Internet connection under an agreement with the University of Florida. Freenet users get access to the world wide web and Usenet news groups including a collection of local newsgroups that act as open forums for on-line discussions.
The Freenet is also an important information repository, an electronic "publisher" of community information. Freenet folks get a community calendar, information on local community organizations, arts and entertainment, business information, information from the public schools, Sante Fe Community College, local government and the library system. The information is provided by the organizations involved. Groups and individuals who wish to provide information can find instructions on how to do so on-line at the Freenet.
The Freenet was organized by Judy and Bruce Brashear, who were recently named by the Gainesville Sun as community leaders of the year for their work in establishing the Freenet. David Pokorney of the Northeast Regional Data Center has provided technical guidance for the project from its inception. Many members of the UF community donate time and effort to the Freenet project as information providers, technical consultants and trainers. Community interest has been very strong. An organizing meeting of the Freenet in April of 1994 drew over 800 participants. The Freenet created over 6,000 accounts in its first week of operation in the fall of 1994. The Freenet currently has over 10,000 users.
You can access the Freenet from the World Wide Web at the URL:
http://www.freenet.ufl.edu
You can telnet to the Freenet at freenet.ufl.edu.
You can also access the Freenet from home via modem at 334-0200 at modem speeds up to 14.4K, with 8 data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit. You can get preconfigured modem software for the Freenet from the reference desk at the Alachua County Main Library Office for a $1 handling fee. You can learn more, become a donor or volunteer to help by contacting the Alachua Freenet at 904-FREENET.
The Alachua Freenet is one of many such community networks in the United States (see http://www.neosoft.com/citylink/ for a comprehensive list of U.S. Freenets). Some see this movement as the coming of a new form of participatory democracy in which citizens have improved access to information about their local communities and governments and are thus empowered to participate in local decision making. The Freenet improves both access to information and opportunities to electronically discuss the issues facing our community. The Alachua Freenet is dedicated to the concept of access for everyone. Those with home computers or computers at work can access the Freenet now. Those without their own equipment have access to the Freenet at community facilities such as the libraries, community centers and the schools.
Contact the Freenet regarding training opportunities, and information about how you can help to provide information and provide access to information about our community.
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