Here's an interesting short story on digital audiobooks and format wars, from the Digital Music weblog. They bring up the issue of how some audiobook companies use DRM technology to make the book "automatically expire" after three weeks or so - … [Continue reading]
Blending is Good!
Last week, I stopped at Starbucks on my way to work. Instead of the usual rather large coffee, I ordered an "iced shaken coffee," slightly sweetened. It was good! And I realized that it blended multiple things that I like - I like iced drinks, I like … [Continue reading]
Realm #4: Esthetic, or “Just want to be there”
The Esthetic Realm is all about passive immersion. You're immersed, but you have little effect on the experience, leaving the environment untouched. A great example would be standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon - you are immersed in the huge … [Continue reading]
Realm #3: Escapism, or “Just want to do”
Escapist experiences are sort of the opposite of pure entertainment - with escapism, you are completely immersed and actively involved. "Theme parks, casinos, virtual reality headsets, chat rooms, or even a game of paint ball" - all are examples of … [Continue reading]
Realm #2: Education, or “Just want to learn”
The realm of Education is also absorbed, like entertainment (discussed yesterday). But unlike entertainment, education requires the active participation of the person beign educated. Your mind has to be actively engaged to for this experience to … [Continue reading]
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