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For many people, "digital life" means modern cameras, the Internet, MP3s and DVDs – yet the ways in which digital technology is transforming our lives is much broader and more diverse. Let’s take the case of professional event planner, Simon. He was an early adopter of digital technology and now enjoys a lifestyle that’s more colorful and convenient than he could ever have dreamt possible!

Live, work and relax – free from the constraints of time

Multimedia mobile communications improve efficiency

Multimedia mobile communications offer a perfect example of how digital technology can enhance personal time management.

Simon said: "Multimedia mobile communications mean I can use my PDA to retrieve, read and send text and large-volume files, such as photos, music and even videos! Such convenience was unimaginable just a few short years ago!"

He added: 'I can even use my handset's video camera to record and share event rehearsals with my colleagues and clients just seconds after they happen. Now, only one of us needs to visit the venue!'
Multimedia mobile communications have also spruced up Simon’s daily journeys to and from work. "

He said: "I can now download and watch music videos, dramas and news updates on my Internet-enabled mobile device. Best of all, if I see something funny, I can film it and share the video with my friends, simply by using my mobile phone!"

Borderless working and entertainment enhance one’s flexibility and peace of mind

Major advances in Wi-Fi connectivity and Internet security boost our efficiency at work and add to our entertainment options.

Simon said: "Event planning requires a high level of self motivation and flexibility in and outside work. High-speed Wi-Fi means I can now use any café or shopping mall hotspot as a mobile office. Best of all, network security is now so sophisticated that I don’t have to worry about hackers or computer viruses when harvesting information or playing games online! I simply cannot believe how fantastically well I am now able to plan use of my precious time!"

Digital tele-broadcasting is turning the living room into a top-class cinema

Revolutionary new digital AV formats such as High Definition (HD) TV are also transforming people's leisure lifestyles. Says Simon: "When I saw an HDTV demonstration, I was blown away by the superiority of resolution, fidelity and sound reproduction compared with DVD. Images of nature and people are as detailed and beautiful as real life."

Digital broadcasting's on-demand capability is even freeing people from TV schedules. With our favorite drama series, movies, songs, sports events and news all instantly accessible via the push of a button, we are all free to, effectively, create our own TV and radio stations!

Digital fixed-lines linking our homes to the rest of the world

Digital technology has seen the once humble fixed-line telephone evolve into a fully multi-functional, interactive medium. Thanks to his digital fixed-line, Simon can receive text message-based weather, traffic, finance and news updates on his home phone’s display screen. He can even tele-shop, pay bills and take advantage of the latest offers without having to step outside his front door.

Digital technology is enriching and empowering the lives of millions of people worldwide. By “going digital”, you too will be able to enjoy the liberating power of diverse interactive infotainment services via your computer, mobile phone, PDA, TV or fixed-line phone.

Come and experience a digital lifestyle for yourself!

"Want to know more about the benefits of “going digital”? Then be sure to visit ITU TELECOM WORLD 2006 at Hong Kong Asia Expo from December 4 to 8, 2006 – the first time the event will have been staged outside Switzerland. In keeping with this year's "Living the Digital World” theme, PCCW will be demonstrating the power of our quadruple-play capability – fixed-line services, broadband, TV and mobility. Be among the first to experience the uniquely lifestyle-enhancing power of digital technology when you visit us!"

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