
The age of ubiquitous computing is here: a computing without computers, where information processing has diffused into everyday life, and virtually disappeared from view. What does this mean to those of us who will be encountering it? How will it transform our lives? And how will we learn to make wise decisions about something so hard to see?
Join noted writer and critical futurist Adam Greenfield as he explores this new technology and its implications for society, for business, for the way we design spaces and cities - even for the way we relate to each other.
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The main body of Everyware consists of 81 "theses on the next computing," divided into six sections. You can get a taste of the book by reading the below sample theses, each of which is also available as a PDF download.
IntroductionWhat is at stake in post-PC information technology? |
Coming soon: Thesis 01There are many ubiquitous computings. |
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Coming soon: Thesis 10Everyware necessitates a new set of human interface modes. |
Coming soon: Thesis 16Everyware can be engaged inadvertently, unknowingly, or even unwillingly. |
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Coming soon: Thesis 25Everyware has already staked a claim on our visual imaginary. |
Coming soon: ConclusionAlways crashing in the same car. . . |