In a resolution adopted Tuesday, the European Parliament officially endorsed the development of the Internet of Things. This resolution frankly encourages the development of an Internet of Things in the European Union. It even calls on the European IoT Commission to “secure co-financing for the implementation of these technologies” and “continue funding pilot projects.”
http://www.readwriteweb.com/archives/parliament_of_things.php
The Interaction 10 days online.
DAY I: http://johnnyholland.org/2010/02/06/live-at-interaction10-day-1/
DAY II: http://johnnyholland.org/2010/02/07/live-at-interaction10-day-2/
http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2009/dec/09/interview-microsoft-researcher-danah-boyd
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This article includes nine questions that anyone interested in user experiences can ask themselves that will help them lessen a product’s impact on the Earth. From remote usability testing and communicating persuasive test results to green design strategies and ideas for making your workplace greener, this article offers usability professionals advice for creating green usability tests, advocating for a green product interface, and being a green heroine or hero locally and globally.
http://boxesandarrows.com/view/four-key-principles