Human v. Robot Part II - This Year's Killer App? Pen & Paper

Clary Pollack

Just when the novel idea to create a series on humans v. robots was still fresh, Detroit Free Press released a report by staffer Mark W. Smith revealing this year's killer app: pen and paper. The report, which included an interview with app developer David Klawitter, showed the importance of good old-fashioned sketching that doesn't involve a computer, mouse or fancy app interface.

Klawitter expressed his preference to "flesh out" ideas on paper before moving to computer software when he builds apps since pen and paper allows for greater fluidity and creativity without the restraints of a computer and mouse.

Goes to show that, no matter how advanced we are, the best ideas do not require sophisticated drafts or software.

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Human v. Robot Part II - This Year's Killer App? Pen & Paper

Human v. Robot Part II - This Year's Killer App? Pen & Paper Continue Reading Just when the novel idea to create a series on humans v. robots was still fresh, Detroit Free Press released a report by staffer Mark W. Smith revealing this year's killer app: pen and paper. The report, which included an interview with app developer David Klawitter, showed the importance of good old-fashioned sketching that doesn't involve a computer, mouse or fancy app interface. Klawitter expressed his preference to "flesh out" ideas on paper before moving to computer software when he builds apps since pen and paper allows for greater fluidity and creativity without the restraints of a computer and mouse. Goes to show that, no matter how advanced we are, the best ideas do not require sophisticated drafts or software.
Human v. Robot

Human v. Robot Continue Reading With a new year among us, it's tempting to take up resolutions. Drive by any gym and you'll notice an abnormally packed parking lot, at least for the next few weeks. This year, in lieu of resolutions, I decided to think seriously about digital advertising and how it became so darn important. I love my work. But that doesn't mean I love all aspects of it, or the necessity behind it. Indeed, social media and technology have replaced many conventional forms of communication. This is the part I don't like. While it can be tempting to conduct all matters of business (and many matters of one's social life) via the Internet, it's important to recognize the importance of good, old-fashioned face to face meetings and a nice in-person visit as opposed to a virtual chat session with a friend or family member. It's crucial to understand that, no matter how much our surroundings have changed and technology has evolved in the last couple of decades, we are, by all means, physiologically humans. Humans who are a part of nature. In the coming weeks, we will include an online series to encourage conversations surrounding the issues related to persistent use of technology. Is it good? Bad? Are there benefits to integrating nature into daily life? Stay tuned to comment and Tweet your thoughts to @vciconnection .

Human v. Robot Part II - This Year's Killer App? Pen & Paper

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