Now, if we are following the chronology of science fiction movies the Apple tablet falls somewhere between laptops and small screens implanted in our forearms. Basically, it doesn't matter whether or not these particular rumors are true, because this technology is coming whether we like it or not. For me, thinking about the impending Apple tablet reminds of those ridiculous technology scenes in Quantum of Solace. It's something that I can laugh at as preposterous now, but I won't be laughing when the technology really does arrive and I have to learn to adapt to it.
I think you've articulated this technological arrival interestingly. It's somewhat scary to think that, yes, technology really is coming at an alarming rate whether we like it or not. Just as soon as we've mastered one type of media, another one appears out of thin air. Of course this is partly due to the entertainment/media industries who exists to continuously generate profits, but perhaps we should look at some of the effects this has on current and upcoming generations. Because of rapid technological development, business models are also rapidly changing. Entertainment/media industries are heavily relying on young/upcoming generations to take their media and make it the dominant "norm." Even though I am relatively young, I find myself struggling with ever evolving media, and struggling to understand what new technologies I need to effectively market myself, my work, etc...This rumored Apple Tablet seems to be another technological convenience that will once again complicate the business models of film, television, advertisers, and audiences.
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