The iPhone by Apple Inc. is a prime example of a smart phone.
It was introduced in 2007 and was one of the first to be controlled through a touchscreen. Actually it was the first touchscreen to offer a multi-touch interface that features an / a:
- Operating system (iOS) that allows it to run productivity applications
- Software that allows the creation and editing of office documents, download applications, take and edit photos, and create playlists of songs
- Web browser that allows access to the internet at high speeds
- Keyboard that is laid out the same as the keys on a computer keyboard
- Messaging that provides access to multiple email accounts whether personal or professional
Smart phones can be an asset and are a benefit to libraries because:
- patrons have anytime access to online library resources such as audio books, music, video and eBooks all of which are compatible with many smart phones
- they provide an opportunity to send text message notifications instead of or in addition to communicating over email and voice calls
- iPhone apps (web applications) can be used to support library initiatives. For example, SirsiDynix offers an app called BookMyne, http://www.sirsidynix.com/iphone/apps/bookmyne/ , that works for libraries on the SirsiDynix Symphony library management system and WorldCat Mobile, http://www.worldcat.org/mobile/default.jsp , another app, allows patrons to search the collections of libraries worldwide
- they provide libraries the opportunity to give and receive feedback quickly and at any time
[1] apple_iphone_3g-pictures-2424.php. Apple iPhone 3G Pictures. GSM Arena. Web. 09 Nov 2010.
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