Professor iPod Discusses Device's Social Impact

PurdueGraphicsMan writes "There's an interesting story over at Wired News, involving an interview with UK university professor Dr. Michael Bull, apparently the 'world's leading expert on the social impact of personal stereo devices,' according to The New York Times. The piece also mentions: 'Bull, a lecturer in media and culture at the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom, is the author of 'Sounding out the City: Personal Stereos and the Management of Everyday Life', a book Bull calls the 'definitive treatment' of the impact of the Sony Walkman and its descendants.'"

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Re:I think the Prof's name is a hint....

[Anonymous Coward]

Wow. -1 in 30 seconds. It hurts so good, Simoniker.

Batteries change too?

[saskboy]

I recently learned that iPods don't have user servicable batteries.

This is correct right? If not ignore this.

Anyway, based on that, it is also the sign of a trend toward "throw away" devices that cost hundreds of dollars. I think that is a trend that humans should avoid.

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racist fuck

[Anonymous Coward]

i hate you

Give me a break

[Anonymous Coward]

Give me a break. Donnez-moi une break.

world's leading expert on the social impact of personal stereo devices

Just give me a fucking break.

Things slow at /. today, or what?

Stop publishing this SHIT.

Re:Of course iPod is successful

[Anonymous Coward]

you're a representative sample of my ass

Bull

[blair1q]

Anyone done a study of the impact of the iPod on wishful marketing-driven jabber?

I've never seen a single human being carrying and listening to one.

But it's a story on /. about ever 18.6 hours.

There's easier ways to prove you're a follower than pretending little white music boxes are cool.

Re:$400 is too much for a personal stereo

[faaaz]

Wow, thanks. Now when I need to know how to enjoy music I'll come to you.