An Aside - iPhone app of the day

The ancient Greeks were skeptical of the practice of writing because it meant that humans had no need for memorization of epic tales and speeches. Today, New Yorkers can now be skeptical of this new iPhone app Exit Strategy NYC. It takes skill to take the subway efficiently - the most effective lesson is learning which car on the train would be less crowded and leave you closest to the best exit for your destination. There is now an iPhone app for telling you which subway car to get on. Yet again, technology has allowed humans to think a little less.

1999: "Wow, there's a website for everything!"

2004: "Jeez, there's a blog for everything!"

2009: "Criminy, there's an iPhone app for everything!"