In a display of true Apple bravado, the crowds at WWDC 09 were treated to an inspiring display involving 20,000 of the most popular iPhone apps. When an app is downloaded it pulsates, creating a ripple effect over 20 Apple Cinema Displays. This real-time effect (albeit with a 5min delay) is designed to demonstrate the volume and frequency of app downloads across the world.

For me, it’s true value is as an art installation, rather than a mere display of technological prowess. Must be quite mesmerising to stand and watch it…

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