Sunday, May 08, 2011

Um, No?

Really? Facebook?

But Ms. Soltami, the TV reporter, said using the app would probably join the array of activities already performed by drivers.

“We’re already looking at Google Maps and Facebook on the phone while we drive,” she said. “Aren’t we always looking at something on our phone, or changing the radio, or drinking coffee? You’re always slightly distracted when you’re driving.”

I mean, yes, I'm sure people are glancing at maps on their iPhones when they drive, but Facebook?

The article's about the problematic issue of the San Francisco parking iPhone app. It tells you where open spots are, but there is the wee problem that someone driving alone probably shouldn't be staring at their phones while driving. Can I suggest audio directions and a voice control system?