Everyone knows about the Icelandic volcano and the issues it has caused, not only in Europe, but around the world. Flights have been cancelled. People have been displaced and stranded. It has been chaotic. But, the Norwegian Prime Minister is dealing with the pressing issues facing his country all with the click of a mouse.....or rather iPad? With Jens Stoltenberg stranded in New York with national issues to deal with, he has taken to using the recently released Apple tablet to keep on top of the situation and keep in constant communication back home. The prime minister has been pictured [below], working at the Kennedy Airport in New York using a mobile phone, and the iPad. Trude Maaseid, a spokesman for the prime minister, told the Associated Press (AP), "When we were in the U.S., it was one of the several tools he used to keep in touch with the office back in Norway, to do his work." This is probably the best PR Apple could get for their new, popular device. Not to mention, free.
The volcano has affected one of the girls' moms on my softball team. Her high school senior class and a couple of other teachers went on a trip to Europe. Since the volcano happened, they could not come home immediately and had to pay for the students' food, hotels and any extra activities to keep them busy. However, I do like that you used this story to lighten up the mood a bit. It actually was entertaining and funny at the same time!
ReplyDeleteHahaha what a great free advertisement for apple! I bet he was really checking out facebook than something important. I would never be able to get work done on that thing
ReplyDeleteYay Apple?
ReplyDeleteOh, IPad. What a brave companion you've been to so many in you're two-three week existence. Inpiring thieves to de-finger unsuspecting mall goers, keeping Norwegian officials in contact with their no-name country. Your just a delight for the insanely rich and, well, the plain insane. Haha... hehe
ReplyDeleteI agree with tm that this is a nice angle on the volcano story. However, by today, April 28, it's already an old story and there should be a new one at the top of your blog.
ReplyDeleteIt's crazy how the ipad is doing so well. I want to try out and find out what the big deal is. Good story.
ReplyDeleteThis guy looks like hes enjoying himself, and taking a nice relaxing break from all of his problems.
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