I’ll admit, The Stranger isn’t exactly known for its penetrating analysis of business trends — and neither am I. But check this out: More than two weeks ago I said on the Slog that “convergence” was making a comeback, and cited recent moves by Google as proof.

And just two days ago The New York Times reported that “convergence is back,” cited recent moves by Google as proof, and even declared a “Convergence 2.0” to be in the offing.

I now take my virtual bow.