Synchronized Context

We've discussed this subject many times (here, here, here and here) and I have to say that FINALLY we start experiencing this approach on every day basis. It starts with simple things like a reminder muted on a watch is muted on the phone.

But then it goes much deeper and it becomes such a natural joy to use.

I have a dashboard - mounted Android tablet in my car (this BTW is the reason I'm not buying a new one, a new car that is!). It beats any factory option hands down. Of course Google Maps is the most used App there. So today after a go-kart racing event for the kids, we wanted to go for a lunch. I entered an address of a restaurant and the navigation kicked off. While driving there I realized I should call them and book a table. The dashboard tablet does not have a voice SIM, so I picked my phone and after clicking the Maps, the destination was already there - on the second device. A single click on a "call" icon and the connection was transferred to my Bluetooth earpiece.

It was soo easy, natural, expected. A perfect example how a cloud synchronization can eliminate the hassle of having multiple smart / computing devices, and even make the overall experience enjoyable. I wish more apps have implemented this behavior.