Despite the small size and slower processor, there are some innovative applications out there for the devices. As Leone says, there's more to the Flash player than just wireless applications. It can also be used as a stand-alone application or be updated when the device is synched with the desktop. This eliminates slow processing concerns. A user on the go gets his checking account balance while he's in Radio Shack contemplating a computer purchase via a wireless connection.
Day traders keep up with stock information during lunch breaks.
Employees update data on their company site or edit press releases during a conference session. Flash is used to create rich applications like stock charts, tickers, maps, financial calculators, and other task-based applications. Torrone says his clients are requesting data-driven applications that preserve branding. In his opinion, Flash is the best tool to accomplish this. Glenn Thomas, principal and co-founder of Smashing Ideas indicates that his company plans to use Flash to create specific applications or games for the devices as well as for the desktop.