Lecture Post 1

    I've conceptualized a gadget that would become a turning point for the new age of the cellular phone. This device is called THE POD. It is a wireless pod shaped device that sits in the ear cavity that responds to voice commands. Using complex voice recognition software, THE POD reacts to your every word. Simple commands such as "CALL TOM", or "SEND TEXT MESSAGE TO" directs the pod to do what you ask. This also allows THE POD to be compatible with other non-pod devices because you can still complete "stone-age" cellular device techniques such as manual text messaging. When a call comes into your device, you hear it in your ear, when a text-message comes in, THE POD gives you the option to either read the text later or now upon which it is spoken into your ear. THE POD when not in use can be removed and attached to a necklace (comes with the phone) or to any article of clothing on the upper body. In order to access the web to check mail, websites, browse etc. the user must press the projector button located on the pod which projects a holographic keyboard and screen in front of them.  With this, users can use the internet and "put it away" when they are done. The device is also customizable as consumers would have the option to choose from various skins and accessories such a chains, pocket clips, charging stations and etc.
    Social media is a very important aspect of any business , product or organization out there today. If a company is not involved on social networks then they do not know what is being said about their product or how the public is responding. The POD will have a forum on which users and non users will be invited to discuss what they like about the product and well as improvements that they think we should make. Especially for a new product I believe that this is a good way to keep track of what is going on with the product once it has been released onto the market.
   In lecture, professor discussed his experience with Wegmens and using twitter to complain about a product. The Pod will also be utilizing a twitter and Facebook page so that users can have faster interaction with customer service and complaints about the product. If users and potential customers are able to get information about the product via social media as well as service the product it makes the product and company seem more customer oriented.