Currently watching John Stossel on FoxNews talk with Ron Paul and David Boaz about President Obama's State of the Union Address last night which I also watched and moderately enjoyed. There were three topics that he focused on with the first relating well to this course; innovation, education, and infrastructure.
That being said, here are some companies I plan to follow throughout the semester that have or may have just started using Web 2.0 technologies to innovate and boost their current status:
1: Quiksilver Inc.
2: FUEL TV
3: StepChild Snowboards
All three of these companies hold a special place in my heart as a result of their products and services to the extreme sports world. They all have adequate followings on their twitter and facebook profiles, with daily updates/specials/promos prevalent.
Now I will introduce a rising technology which also holds a place in my heart:
RF Energy Harvesting
Powercast Co. released their first RF wireless charging unit a few years back, with steady improvements widely seen through their Powerharvester Receivers and Power Mats. This idea is extremely useful in today's technological world with power playing an essential role in every piece of equipment we use daily.
A video I constructed below displays not only the physical characteristics of the product, but the environmental and economical concerns as well.
That being said, one thing I will not be surprised to see/want to experience before I die will be RF tech on satellites to foster 24/7, 365 charging to all electronics. Although the funding for a project like this would be exponential, it would be amazing to be able to walk down the street with my Samsung Galaxy S, texting away with no concerns of losing power mid conversation with the girl I just met the night before. Here's a funny, yet true article to check out when you have the time. It's on a NY Senator attempting to make texting while walking illegal.
Thank you for your time free world, I hope you enjoyed my two cents.
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