Michael,
--- Killer Apps ---
I see two basic uses for "cell phones" (OK to substitute "game boy" sized devices, PDA's, whatnot)
Condensed here in a nutshell:
1) Request. This basically is a conversation with an automated data source, such as a webserver or vending device. Maps, transportation schedules, where to find a particular item, reservations, ticketing, requests for data, schedules, weather, help, emergencies, scores, quotes, eCommerce.
2) Sharing. This is normal person to person voice communications, along with data sharing, and this is where instant messaging falls under. But, IMO, the real "Killer app" that will fall under this category is video sharing with voice over, showing activity in the field to HQ, showing baby, pets, scenery, possessions, xxx, etc. to friends and relatives. This will be absolutely huge and will gobble up all that wonderful CDMA 1x, 3x, etc. bandwidth. IMHO.
John |
