I've no doubt the Fbook's much hyped Timeline feature is going to be huge so if you want to see what the fuss is about a week before it goes live you can set it up by following the steps here:
http://mashable.com/2011/09/22/how-to-facebook-timeline/#27135Step-7
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One friend has already changed over. I'm debating in whether it will be the thing that will get me to leave FB. I'm thinking of switching 100% to Google+ ... just kidding. If I left FB, it would be to use diaspora instead.
Anyway, that article has this image caption
QuoteIn 1987, my sister was born. Facebook knows these life events and includes them in your timeline.
This explains why they're collecting all sorts of new data and getting people to ID you as friend, brother, coworker, etc.
QuoteYou've been hearing about all the wonderful new Facebook features, and like us, you're probably super-eager to get started with them.
Oh yes! Give me Kool Aid! Must have Kool aid! Super-eager to get my Kool Aid.
I've always felt a little uncomfortable with FB privacy issues on many levels.... Timeline seems to take those concerns to a whole new level
Been running it for a few weeks. I like it. it actually makes your own profile useful.
Some good opportunities to be creative with them as well:
http://mashable.com/2011/09/30/facebook-timeline-cover-photos/
http://mashable.com/2011/10/09/facebook-timeline-designs/
Am a big fan also. Time to start putting together a timeline design to promote one's business ;D