Web Worker Daily

Recently there has been quite a bit of activity in the world of Mobile Internet Devices (MID).  What does this new class of computing device have to offer the web worker?

Lets begin with hardware.  For the most part, MID’s include:

• Large, bright screens that are high resolution (for their size)
• Built-in Wi-Fi
• Touch screen or hardware based-keyboard
• Media expansion through SD Cards
• Bluetooth for use with wireless keyboards and other devices
• On-board camera

Mix this fantastic array with the right software and the result is a productive device for staying in touch with your business contacts wherever you can get a Wi-Fi signal.  MIDs allow workers to easily communicate via email, IM, Chat, and blogging.  Additionally, with office productivity applications you can create and edit office documents, gain web access, and watch audio/video files for entertainment.

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Last year Conan O’Brian, the NBC late night talk-show host, walked through an Intel campus and made light of the sterile, uninviting cubicle environment that plagues so many ‘traditional’ work spaces we all work in today.  To see his funny and spot on critique, check out the clip.

Intel, while being hospitable despite being the targets of Conan’s jokes, took the criticism to heart and is currently testing out a new configuration to their office environment.  At three Intel campuses the computing giant is starting a pilot program to foster teamwork and community amongst its workers by integrating a new type of workspace.  Described as a living room, the new spaces feature lower cubicle walls, TVs, and smaller and more numerous conference rooms.

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