Charles’ discussion below, about the parellels between web content and mobile content is interesting. The Internet’s ability to deliver compelling content was grossly overestimated and it’s ability to connect people to each other was equally underestimated. Are we doomed to repeat that lesson with wireless??
Even WiFi is currently being thought of simply as a means of delivering content. Yes, it is a great way to access the content of the Internet, but that is a short-sighted view of the technology. Its short-range wireless capability to connect to other users nearby, gives it the possibility of creating something far greater than just a means to access content: Community on a much needed local level.