I recently put myself on the waiting list for a "Chumby". For those unfamiliar with this, it is an alarm clock sized gadget that has built-in WiFi, an accelerometer, pressure sensors and a reasonably-sized touch-screen color display which serves as an ambient information interface. Think of it as a dedicated screen for widgets -- where the widgets can be picked up from a growing list developed by fellow Chumby enthusiasts. And (yes!!!) they also have a development environment. The device goes on open sale soon, but the initial run was open for purchase-by-invite only.
So, when I opened up my gmail to see the coveted invite, it took me next to no time to hit the button to confirm the order (I picked the black version). And today, I went online to track the shipment -- and was instantly envious. Here it is -- the route being taken by my precious Chumby en route to Chicago, Illinois.
1. Origin Scan at : Shenzhen, China (surprise, surprise)
2. Next Stop: Chek Lap Kok, Hong Kong
3. Then on to: Anchorage, Alaska
4. Currently in transit to: Louisville, Kentucky.
Yes, even before I get to see it, the Chumby has seen more of the world in a few days than I will. I especially like the hop through Alaska. On the good side, Louisville is only a few hours away so once the package gets there, I should have it within the day. Can't wait.
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Is everything made in China?
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Everything fun is made in china.
Duuh...
http://chinapirates.blogspot.com/
Check it out ;-)
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