Thing 4: Keeping Up

True Confessions: I didn't download one of these suggested apps, because I already use Feedly. I used to use Bloglines and Google Reader inside iGoogle, but switched to Feedly after hearing that Google was pulling the plug on iGoogle. I especially like how Feedly works on my phone. It's super easy to quickly scan a lot of feeds. I know some people don't see a need for RSS in the age of Twitter, etc., but I think it serves a different purpose. I like longer form news that I track via RSS, and hope it doesn't go away unless there's a new technology that accomplishes the same purpose.

Thing 3: Utilities

I've been meaning to get a QR reader for a while now, and just hadn't gotten around to it. Now I have RedLaser. I've heard of people using these to find coupons, as well as compare prices, get more info, etc. I'll need to experiment.

Thing 2: Mobile Device Tips

I needed this one. I am one of the librarian hold-outs who waited until just 6 months or so ago to finally get a smart phone--an i phone. I love it, but I don't love learning how to use devices, and most of what I know about my own phone is stuff other people have shown me. I especially appreciated the tip about bolding the text on my app labels, and also the battery-saving ideas. Just jumping in and out of some of the settings is a good exercise for me, making me more comfortable with trying things on my phone. Maybe next I'll actually start using Siri!