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Re: iThoughts

Thks calvin,

happy new year

i have been using this:

ibluesky for mindmap

• http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=291664204&mt=8
• http://www.tenero.mobi/products/

also Outliner

• http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=299147493&mt=8

both use OPML

i use outline and mindmap extensively on work
however, i havent found the best way to integrate that into the iphone lifestyle

my working habit for innovative/knowledge creation thinking is as below

1. Thinking out loud,
   
• usually typing and drawing ideas and words without any sequence
  
2. Organize them into groups,
• seeing patterns,
  
• using groups and
  
• priorities,
  
• simple rules like not more than 5 nodes in a level
• the new mindmanager tool for putting the whole thing into a timeline view in Excel is also very useful, if the thing is a project (Win only)
  
• http://www.mindjet.com/products/mindmanager/gantt/default.aspx
  
• the new iPhoto feature that organize thru Time(Event)/Place/Face would be very useful, Tagging can help
  
3. Research
• usually involve a lot of Googling, Wiki-ng
• the Safari book library is very very useful for tech related works, and it has a lot of business works, with full text and images
  
• other context specific libraries, e.g. Medline, Harvard Biz school case library
  
• a Lot of Scrapbooking (using Firefox Scrapbook addin)
• Sync Bookmark (thr Firefox, Foxmark; cross platform, across all my PCs and Macs)
  

Mindmap usually require "space", drag and drop reorganization is also very important
i.e. requiring large screens

Outliner fits better into the iPhone well (esp with drag and drop) and good way to export (not sync) back to my Mac (mindmanager)  thr OPML

iPhone provide some clear advantage and fits in my world of creativity

• Mobility, Ubiquity
  
• quick "Thinking Out Loud" process
• Think Anywhere
• see something interesting anywhere and remember 
• Snapshots through camera will be nice for Outliner/Mindmap
• i use dump screen a lot
• iPhoto integration is also very important (OCR or barcode decoder would be nice)
  
• Organization
• good drag and drop feature will be nice esp with Touch screen
• Some Research
• but one page at a time with a small screen and a slow (relatively) network..
• still, can do anywhere..
  
• Reading and Action
• take ideas anywhere
• maybe integration with Todo list

this is a new area, made possible with iPhone type modern phone w Great GUI

if time and resource permit,
i'd like to do a application on the iPhone for this purpose, would be a interesting venture   =)

also, you might have remember i wrote some classes for the EDB (ex-EMB) to help with the Liberal Study classes in HK High Schools
i really think these thinking process should be encouraged in today's education in a Knowledge Society


Calvin C. Yu wrote:

Hi Erwin,

This is the best mindmap tool i can find in appstore. Its file format is freemind format which can be directly edited by the freeware Freemind in Mac and PC. It also support icon and note. A very impressive tool. Highly recommended.

Calvin



Check out this application:

http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=294144368


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Ces 2009: The iXA-W404 is Alpine's First Touchscreen iPhone Compatible Receiver

Alpine is rolling out their new lineup of receivers, with the iXA-W404 leading the charge. It features a 4.3-inch QVGA touchscreen monitor that more or less mimics coverflow. Beyond the touchscreen navigation, the iXA-W404 meets "Works With iPhone" and "Made For iPod" designations, it also features a dedicated USB input (can also play iPod/iPhone video files), Bluetooth connectivity (with a separate module) and the ability to connect to additional music sources like HD Radio. A price and release date have yet to be determined. Other releases include: •iDA-X305: 2.2-inch color TFT screen, iPhone/iPod compatibility, USB input, built-in 18W RMS x 4 amplifier, three pairs of pre-outs and a 24-bit DAC. Price: TBD •CDE-102 CD Receiver: USB, iPhone/iPod compatibility, built-in 18W RMS x 4 amplifier (at CEA-2006 power ratings), HP crossover and two sets of pre-outs. Price: TBD Further details are available in the press releases below. Alpine iXA-W404 2-DIN Digital Media Receiver The iXA-W404 is Alpine’s first touch-screen digital media receiver. Designed to deliver a fully integrated iPod®/iPhone® experience in the car, the receiver has no CD mechanism. The iXA-W404 meets Apple Inc.’s specifications for the “Made for iPod” and “Works with iPhone” designations, and features a dedicated USB input for optimal iPod/iPhone connection and superior digital sound quality. The USB input also enables connection to USB memory devices. The iXA-W404 can also play iPod/iPhone video files. The 2-DIN iXA-W404 gives users two ways to navigate and access their iPod music via their in-dash head unit: the double-encoder knob and the vibrant 4.3-inch QVGA color touch-screen monitor. The unit’s intuitive user interface and search menu are very similar to the iPhone/iPod Touch interface, so that users can continue the familiar iPod experience in the car. The unit’s ultra-responsive touch-screen lets users quickly browse through their file collection by lightly dragging the on-screen album covers with their finger. The current album is shown in the center of the screen, with the previous two albums/songs and next two album/songs on either side of the current selection. Users can also navigate through files alphabetically via an alphabet bar shown on the right side of the screen. For those who want more from their aftermarket head unit, the iXA-W404 delivers. It is enabled for integrated Bluetooth connectivity so that users can conduct hands-free phone conversations through the car’s sound system. (Separate Bluetooth module required.) The iXA-W404 can also connect to a variety of additional sources, such as HD Radio™ with iTunes® Tagging and multicasting, satellite radio, navigation and more. (Additional products and subscriptions required.) Discerning audio enthusiasts can enjoy custom sound processing with the addition of a separate Alpine IMPRINT Audio Processor. The iXA-W404’s suggested retail index is $TBD.

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