Convergence in technology (all in one)
Description
New technological gadgets e.g. ipod,iphone, ipad are much more that a simple device. The new iphone4 for example allows you not only to call but also to video-call (with the help of the two cameras that it is equipped with). Moreover, it allows video recording and editing, internet access, e-mail, music, GPS system and access to the application store where from hundreds of application can be downloaded.
Enablers
Increasing focus on consumer needs. Companies pay more and more attention to the needs of their customers. They in turn ask for convenience: smaller devices, that they will be able to carry around all day, that will also perform multiple tasks.
The rate of technological advancement ,as described and analyzed in another driving force, can make the convergence happen. Take for example, computers. The first computers were big in size, almost as big as one room, and they could only perform simple mathematical calculations. Right now, on the other hand, they are much smaller and they perform multiple tasks and enable their users to connect with each other.
Inhibitors
Experts
Apple