Mobile Tecnologies

1. I-pod

1.1. I-Pod Safety: Many I-pods can now connect to the internet and therefore the same e-safety rules applys to the I-pod

1.2. Are are health issues surrounding the I-pod go to http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1881130,00.html for more info

2. Laptops

2.1. Internet safety

2.1.1. This is a serious issue, for advice go to:http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Parents/Yourchildshealthandsafety/Internetsafety/index.htm

2.2. for help deciding of a laptop is right for you go to;http://www.which.co.uk/advice/how-to-buy-the-best-laptop/index.jsp

3. Handheld games console

3.1. These can be educational, more and more games are being aimed at improving skills, eg brain training

4. GPS

4.1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_Positioning_System

5. What it is

5.1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mobile_technology

5.2. Follow the above link for a definition

6. Types

6.1. I pod

6.1.1. there are a number of types and they have different features, go to; http://www.ipodhistory.com/

6.2. Laptops

6.2.1. Are ideal for work on the move

6.3. Hand held games console

6.3.1. These are becoming more advanced all the time

6.4. GPS

6.4.1. Help mobility by giving directions, you can also track people with GPS. GPS comes in hand held forms or built into other items such as cars.