Libraries and the mobile revolution: remediation=relevance

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to look at the big picture of where academic libraries fit into the mobile revolution. Design/methodology/approach Using Jim Hahn's accompanying article, “On the remediation of Wikipedia and the iPod,” the author comments on what remediation means for the academic library culture as a whole. The reflections are based on observations of current trends in technology and the emergence of a mobile culture. A definition of this generation of library users is suggested – the ING (information now generation). Editorial in nature, the paper also discusses some new technologies and how they might be applicable to the technological growth of libraries. Findings This reflection of current trends encourages librarians to look/listen, explore, apply, prevail when it comes to applying emerging technologies to the library world. Originality/value The paper offers insights into how librarians can prepare themselves for the “Remediation Revolution.”