After the Minitel...

After the Minitel..., originally uploaded by rhino75.

France is, as you know, dear reader, so often at the forefront of new technology. The Minitel, chip 'n' pin technology, smart cards, well the list is endless. Now, pay attention and remember where you saw it first, because here is a picture of Micke demonstrating the NEXT BIG THING. Logging on at the lights. Too cheap/broke to buy a Blackberry but need to check your email while on the move? No problem, sir. Just hop out of the car at the next set of traffic lights and enter your password. Not sure where you are but can't afford GPS? Again, a quick log on at the lights and you're on your way again in a trice. Careful though. Don't try it if the little man's flashing...safety first.

Six Years

I'm sure you've probably seen this already but I was mesmerised. This man has singlehandedly brought out my inner geek. I watched it three times. In a row. It's like Eraserhead without the laughs. Six years and never a smile. Mind you, I like the music too, mainly because I keep thinking it's going to turn into The Cardigans. Completely bonkers.
(Via the excellent Minor9th - though I didn't like the one of the man cleaning his flat in 60 seconds - can he not afford help?? Who are these people??)