Archives for the month of: February, 2006

While setting up metros for the mobile chat network side of what we do we’ve come across something we need some help on.

It boils down to something like this – You say New Delhi. I say Dilli.

We did some research, talked to some friends from that part of the world, and checked out what other social networking sites like Xanga were doing. For additional information please see: “India’s New Names“.

We went with Dilli.

…but now we’re hearing some differing opinions as to which is preferred. Including comments made to Scott while he was visiting Mumbai.

So which should it be – Dilli or New Delhi? We would like to know what you think?

At WINKsite a metro is a geographic area. We limit metros to large metropolitan areas. The name for that metro could refer to a major city in that area or the city itself.

List of India Metros at WINKsite

Dean McCall at SalsaNet asked me to help spead the word.

…my pleasure Dean. This looks great!

Mobile Content Festival at SWSX

An experiment in gaming and application development for mobile devices.

Presented by the Digital Convergence Initiative of the Texas Technology Corridor, Film San Antonio, Critical Mass Interactive, and HBMG Foundation/ArtSpark. March 14th, 2005.

The DCI is looking to address the current influence of mobile devices on our culture. Mobile devices have had a tremendous effect on our society and we are interested in how that new audience might best be communicated to in this new medium. It is our belief that this new medium offers special consideration that have yet to be suitably identified; the least of which is viewing size. Other considerations for this new form are cost per download, as well ergonomic concerns, etc.

The Festival is looking for mobile content submissions that explore the mobile lifestyle. Submit your project now. Deadline is March 5th for Applications and Games, and March 1st for Films.

As previously posted Robert Scoble was kind enough to set up a Geek Dinner near Microsoft’s headquarters during my trip out to Seattle.

Thanks Robert! What a nice group of friends, colleagues, and visitors looking for thoughtful conversation, divergent opinions, and a few laughs. I couldn’t have enjoyed myself more.

…and the availability of excellent Vietnamese food at the Crossroads food court was unexpected to say the least.

This is the face Microsoft is beginning to show to the world (Thanks to Scoble?) – accessable and friendly – and Robert pulls it off both on his blog and in “real” life.

…now if he can only hook me up with David Winer so I can talk some mobile OPML with him. :)

Robert Scoble was kind enough to set up a Geek Dinner near Microsoft’s headquarters during my trip out to Seattle.

Everyone is welcome, so pass the word.

… and please be sure to come over and introduce yourself.

Here are the details:

Time: Thursday 26th @ 6PM

Location: Crossroads Cafe

15600 NE 8th St # 16
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 747-6375

crossroadsbellevue.com

Meanwhile, Scott’s heading over to Mumbai and is having a meetup of his own on January 31st. Details here.

Dave Harper will be in Seattle (25 Jan – 28 Jan).

We would like to take advantage of that opportunity to meet more WINKsite publishers and community members in person by holding a no-host gathering.

Please let us know if you or others have an interest in getting together with Dave one of those evenings. Please email us at :
events [at] winksite [dot] com so we can place you on our contact list.

About WINKsite Metro Gatherings
The idea behind WINKsite Metro Gatherings is to bring together WINKsite publishers and community members interested in meeting with us and each other to share ideas.

Anyone with an interest in wireless/mobile is welcome, so please pass the word. If you have any ideas or suggestions on future locations for WINKsite Metro Gatherings, please share them with us by emailing:
events [at] wirelessink [dot] com