#U.S. Robotics

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What happened to Palm PDAs?

The short answer is because of failure to adapt combined with rising competition, Palm could not sustain their business model on selling Palm PDAs alone and they struggled to successfully transition to smartphones. Fortunately there are still smaller companies like ours that still offer professionally refurbished Palm PDAs with new batteries and screens for sale. So if you still love the Palm PDA it’s still possible to purchase one in factory restored condition.

But for a more complete answer:

If you were around during the late 90’s to early 2000 and interested in technology, it would be hard to ignore the technology juggernaut known as Palm. Considering they sold hundreds of thousands of Palm PDAs and held a near monopoly on mobile computing, it would be hard to believe they would would eventually be acquired by another technology giant and are no longer the leaders in mobility.

The original Palm PDA were released in 1996, under Palm, Inc. (then a subsidiary of U.S. Robotics). Eventually 3Com agreed to acquire USRobotics, and Palm, for $6.6 billion in 1997. That was the first nail in the coffin though – since 3com management didn’t see eye to eye with the Palm founders Jeff Hawkins, Donna Dubinsky, and Ed Colligan. By 1998 the founders had enough and decided to form Handspring, a competing mobile computing company that licensed the Palm OS while using their own hardware.

Handspring largely took the lead in future innovation – adding the springboard expansion slot which allowed you to add all kinds of innovative hardware to your PDA,. Most notably they were first to create the “smartphone” as we know it with the Visorphone springboard module in 2000, which turned your PDA into a phone. And then they followed up with the first Treo smartphone in 2002.

Although Palm was still selling plenty of PDAs, they didn’t really adapt fast enough. You have to wonder what might have happened if the founders had stayed with Palm, had 3com management been more accommodating. A Palm smartphone would have potentially been launched much earlier, potentially securing their place in future technology.

Palm eventually acquired Handspring, in 2003 and with it managed to launch several smartphones under the Treo and Centro brands between 2003-2008. It even dabbled in releasing some Windows Mobile based Treo smartphones.

But by that time a large amount of people had already moved on to BlackBerry and Windows Mobile devices. The Palm OS software seemed too limited in an evolving media and internet centric world. Palm OS 5 was an attempt to evolve the OS with features such as multi tasking but it still had major limitations compared to the competition on the media consumption front. (Although it had features that have not been matched since, like incredible battery life.)

By 2007 – 2008 the mobile world was knocked off kilter with the release of the first iPhone and Android devices, which the majority of people quickly adopted. You could argue that both of them largely copied the Palm user interface, while successfully integrating the internet and media the ways users wanted to interact with their devices..

Palm was left to play catch up – and they tried to counter with the release of webOS based devices which was intended to be their big next generation OS. They successfully released the Palm Pre and Palm Pixi smartphones - but by that time it was too little too late. Being a publicly traded company, they couldn’t survive with lackluster sales and a tiny market share. They had thousands of employees to pay and shareholders to answer to. And so they were acquired by HP, and all efforts to fund webOS mobile devices was halted shortly after.

Interestingly webOS was eventually acquired by LG and now powers most of their smart TV offerings. And the Palm brand name was purchased by the Chinese electronics firm TCL Corporation in 2014.

TCL has offered a new tiny phone under the Palm brand, that is supposed to be an Android powered companion phone to your main phone. So in theory, you can still get a modern Palm branded phone. But it remains to be seen if that venture will bear fruit for TCL.

But in the end of the day we still think the Palm PDA offered something that is missing in ��modern” technology – namely incredible battery life and a unified interface for organizing your digital life that has been unmatched on modern smartphones. The Palm PDA interface felt so tied together. All of the apps felt like they were part of the core OS, with the same user interface and the same way of organizing your personal data.

According to Steve Jobs, this unified user interface around organizing your life didn’t really amount to much:

“I started asking myself, how useful are PDAs really? How many people in a given meeting show up with one? I don't think early cultures had organizers, but I do know they had music. It's in our DNA.”

But we would definitely disagree. While he was clearly right about music and media being important – clearly people do care about organizing. I’m guessing the first task list was invented by a caveman painting the walls of his or her cave.

And if you agree, you can still purchase a refurbished Palm PDA from Syncpedia. We’re still carrying the PDA torch forward, and you would be surprised by how many people are still buying – in spite of what Steve Jobs had to say on the matter and in spite of all the shiny new iPhones available in your nearest retail outlets.

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Squirt (1979) by Tom Caroll and Marc Arc. "Squirt, by hobbyist Marc Arc and aerospace engineer Tom Caroll, forms a handsome duo with Jim Hill's Charlie. The inventors are members of the U.S. Robotics Foundation, an organization for amateur roboticists." – ROBOTS Machines in Man's Image, by Isaac Asimov and Karen A. Frenkel (1985).

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Sorry about getting serious for a second but: Sometimes I think about the fact that a monster or robot S/O probably wouldn’t care that I’m ace spec or under the non-binary umbrella. Because probably don’t fit human expectations of sexuality and gender, so they would understand that I don’t either and would be fine with it 🥺

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The US humanoid robot market will grow from USD 0.58 billion in 2024 to USD 3.83 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 45.7% from 2024 to 2029.

The U.S. humanoid robot market is poised for significant growth, driven by rising investments from technology companies focused on advancing AI and robotics. North America, with its robust manufacturing ecosystem and technological innovation, plays a key role in this expansion, and the U.S. stands at the forefront. Major players such as Agility Robotics, Boston Dynamics, Figure, and Tesla are propelling the market forward with continuous research and development aimed at enhancing the capabilities and adoption of humanoid robots.

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Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered - Game World Ambience - The Grave Hoard

Standing atop the remnants of the Metal World, known to the local tribes as the Grave-Hoard, you find yourself at a place where history was irrevocably altered. In the Old World, this site served as the headquarters of U.S. Robot Command and bore witness to the Old Ones' final stand against the Faro Plague. The once-impenetrable walls of this fortress were breached by a Horus, or "Metal Devil," its destruction etched into the very landscape.

Perched on one of the massive assault drills of the Horus that winds around the exterior of U.S. Robot Command, you gaze southward. In the distance, the crumbling remains of Devil's Grief rise as a haunting reminder of the world that was, shrouded in both mystery and tragedy.

For other gaming ambience videos check out this playlist. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFJOZYl1h1CFo5LyAEvdIcP4syymQaI50&si=6X1ocjb6j0FEEyOI

It currently features The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt, Mad Max, Mass Effect Andromeda, Doom (2016), Chernobylite, Days Gone, Bloodborne, Horizon Zero Dawn, Resident Evil 2 Remake and Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2.

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NEWEST Female Humanoid Robot Gets SHUT DOWN By U.S | Humanoid Robot & Affordable 3D Printed Hands

You are welcome to the "AI Evolves" channel. In this video, we delve into a realm where robots and artificial intelligence are reshaping our daily lives in remarkable ways. From the newest female humanoid robot getting shut down by the U.S. to affordable 3D-printed hands revolutionizing accessibility, we explore the incredible creations and their impact on our world. Join us on this journey through innovation and discover the possibilities that lie beyond! Let's deep dive into this entire video.

Star Charge's robotic charger autonomously connects and charges electric vehicles, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in public charging stations. Mandrew's 3D-printed prosthetic hands, priced at $1,000, offer advanced, affordable solutions for amputees, improving accessibility and functionality.

Advanced Cleaning and Home Automation: Root Cube by Lotus Robotics offers a versatile cleaning solution with autonomous and manual modes, adaptable to various environments including shallow spaces and pickups. LG's Q9 Smart Home AI Agent autonomously handles household chores like vacuuming and thermostat adjustments, communicating effectively with users for a more convenient home life.

Pet Care and Holographic Communication: Agman Oro Pet Robot monitors and engages pets using integrated cameras, microphones, and smart algorithms to ensure pets receive care and enrichment in their owners' absence.

Portal Hologram Technology enables lifelike holographic interactions, fostering meaningful connections across distances for work, education, and personal communication.

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Top Global Leaders in Technology: Who's Dominating 2024?

Top Global Leaders in Technology: Who's Dominating 2024? #5Gleadership #ChinaAI #Europeantechsovereignty

[mohitbisresearch]

The U.S. robotics integration for the manufacturing market is estimated to reach $7.48 billion by 2029 from $3.94 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 11.69% during the forecast period 2024-2029.

[ashimbisresearch]

Comprehensive Study: U.S. Robotics Integration in Manufacturing Sector

According to the BIS Research, the U.S. Robotics Integration for the Manufacturing Market is projected to reach $7.48 Billion by 2029 from $3.94 Billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 11.69 % during the forecast period 2023-2029.

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Source: Reuters

Elon Musk announces first Neuralink wireless brain chip implant in a human | BBC News

30 January 2024

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has said his company Neuralink has successfully implanted a wireless brain chip in a human for the first time.

He said initial results detected promising neuron spikes or nerve impulses and the patient is recovering well.

Posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, Mr Musk said Neuralink’s first product would be called Telepathy, and if successful, would enable "control of your phone or computer, and through them, almost any device, just by thinking."

While Mr Musk's involvement raises the profile of Neuralink, a number of rival companies have already implanted similar devices.

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Dandelion News - March 15-21

Like these weekly compilations? Tip me at $kaybarr1735 or check out my Dandelion Doodles! This month’s doodles, like every third month, will be free to the public, so take a look!

1. Zoo 'overjoyed' as lion cubs increase pride to 10

“The litter of rare northern African lions was the second batch to be born recently at Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire, after three arrived in November. […] "The youngsters will grow up side-by-side with their half-siblings, and I'm sure they'll love having an abundance of playmates."”

2. Ohio Appeals Court Rules Trans Care Is Healthcare, Strikes Down Ban For Trans Youth

“The ruling rested on two key findings: first, that gender-affirming care constitutes legitimate medical treatment, and second, that parents have the constitutional right to make healthcare decisions for their children.”

3. Oystercatcher Recovery Campaign Offers a Rare Success Story about Shorebird Conservation

“Fifteen years of coordinated conservation efforts have produced a significant recovery in the U.S. population of the American oystercatcher[….] Schulte predicted that the protection efforts will survive [federal funding cuts] because of the large number of non-federal partners involved.”

4. Fish-tracking robot aims to make fishing more sustainable in developing nations

“A solar-powered, transparent [robot] that can roam the waters autonomously for five days at a stretch, counting fish [… can help fishers] avoid the overfishing [… and] mean less fuel consumed by boats searching for schools of fish, and less degradation of nets due to trawling where there are no fish.”

5. Zoologist Rediscovers Grasshopper Species Believed Extinct

“[… T]he Appalachian grasshopper […] camouflages with its surroundings—perhaps part of the reason people haven’t seen it [since 1946]. [… A zoologist] had seen some reports on iNaturalist that he thought could have been the species[, …] and after surveying several locations, he found a female.”

6. Scaling agroforestry can support fisheries, local food production and cultural practices

“The research found that combining native forest protection (100,000 acres) with transitioning suitable fallow agricultural land to agroforestry (400,000 acres) could [reduce] erosion and boosting nearshore food production by almost 100,000 meals per year[….]”

7. A cell pulls off one of the 'Holy Grails' of biotechnology

“[… A] single-celled alga with a nucleus [… can conduct] a chemical conversion reaction that helps create some of the essential building blocks of life. […] One day, Capone says the nitroplast could be introduced to crops to allow them to convert their own nitrogen without relying on external fertilizer.”

8. FERC: Solar + wind set for a strong 3-year run despite Trump’s sabotage

“Solar accounted for 68.2% of all new generating capacity placed into service in January – more than double the solar capacity added a year earlier (1,176 MW). […] Around 30% of US solar capacity is in small-scale (e.g., rooftop) systems that are not reflected in FERC’s data.”

9. As ghost junk haunts the sea, ‘mermaids’ are fighting back

“Just two days after completing the training, Diana Garcia, one of the Sirenas, helped remove nearly 900 kilograms (2,000 pounds) of [abandoned] ghost gear and debris in the waters near her community[….]”

10. A Nest-Protecting Program Pays Off for Alabama’s Snowy Plovers

“Over the past two breeding seasons, 18 Snowy Plover chicks fledged—a major turnaround after five years of almost no chick survival. [… The team made] a concerted effort to educate the public about the need to give the birds space[, … and] people have not directly caused plover losses in Alabama recently[….]”

March 8-14 news here | (all credit for images and written material can be found at the source linked; I don’t claim credit for anything but curating.)