Talk about sheer inspiration and maybe even a smattering of genius…

I gotta admit — I love technology. Especially the shiny, glitzy and uber-intuitive kind of technology — iphones, ipads, notebooks, and on and on… and particularly when it comes to playing… er, working with to-do lists and contact management software.

But when I read about Merlin Mann’s hPDA (oh so cutting edge!) I was awed and befuddled at the spartan simplicity of it while simultaneously cursing myself for not thinking of it first…

Everyone is familiar with the Personal Data Assistant, right? Of course. I’ve owned several but this one is radically different.

The Hipster Parietal Disgorgement Aid is crude but incredibly efficient, user-centric, and cost-effective alternative (an understatement if there ever was one).

Boasting an impressive benefit list that would excite even the most vacant salesman… The Hipster PDA allows you to:

• shuffle and organize all your current projects quickly
• physical size permits comfortable carry along
• eliminate costly battery replacement
• data entry method: user friendly stylus
• permits use of intuitive text and graphic
• allows creative and freeform brainstorming; limited only by imagination
• easily expandable
• friendly to the environment; recyclable
• no instruction manual required; completely intuitive
• without a doubt the lowest-priced PDA on the market

And as if that isn’t impressive enough — consider the immediate boost in status when you flash this one by an ego-centric iphone enthusiast!

Probably the best and most overlooked benefit is the ability to construct one yourself. Here’s how…

First, buy a stack of 3 x 5 index cards; and a binder clip.

You can use the writing implement of your choice. I recommend the bic because its comfortable, cost effective and permits long writing life.

Next: assemble cards; start with a dozen or so; and clip together. Done.

That’s it folks. Use it to capture, plan, and corral all those great ideas on the fly. Create and organize your to-do list. Draw an impromptu graphic map of your travel tour. Record and share information with others efficiently. Make your shopping list, play games… I love it.

There really, really is no better bang for your buck than this fantastic device. Seriously…

Let me know how you use it and we’ll share your insights here.