Airstash

Here's an Advance Induction -- this is something I'll likely pick up when its released. Airstash is a new device which allows you to make a personal WiFi file server using any SD card up to 32Gigs. Any device with a WiFi connection and a web browser can view the files within, including movies, music, doc and presentation files. No other internet or 3G connection required.

The neat thing is it charges in the USB port and you can drag and drop files to it, then unplug it and when you turn it on, it creates a small WiFi network any multiple users can connect to it to download or view the files.

We take lots of car trips and the girls each have their own iPod Touches. Now, I can load on movies for them and they can independently choose what they want to watch -- I don't have to sync each iPod. The server device can sit in the front of the car (or even in my pocket or coat), or I'd bet I can leave it plugged into a car USB charger so it won't run out of juice.

With residents and other teaching situations, I can turn it on and allow them to log in and download the pdfs, journal articles or handouts we discuss on rounds. Cool.

No price yet but they hint at around $50-75 (their website says "about the price of one month of iPhone service").

BTW, I hear Pat has finally picked up an iPhone. Yep, another point for me.