Jargon Watch

Narcipost A shamelessly egocentric blog post that’s of little interest to anyone besides the person who posted it.Moantones The recorded sighs and moans of porn stars, available for download as cell phone ring tones. As porn princess (and moantoner) Jenna Jameson said in a press release: “The technology is way beyond most of us, but […]

Narcipost
A shamelessly egocentric blog post that's of little interest to anyone besides the person who posted it.

Moantones
The recorded sighs and moans of porn stars, available for download as cell phone ring tones. As porn princess (and moantoner) Jenna Jameson said in a press release: "The technology is way beyond most of us, but the bottom line is, you'll be able to hear me … moan when your phone rings."

Nouse
A peripheral device that tracks the movement of the tip of your nose to control a cursor.

Open Loops
The incomplete tasks and projects in your life that constantly cycle through your head, leading to anxiety, stress, and creative constipation. Popularized by David Allen's work-flow management book, Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity.

Mobcasting
Mobile audio podcasting using a phone-in blogging service, such as AudioLink.

- Gareth Branwyn (jargon@wiredmag.com)
Thanks to contributor Xeni Jardin

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