The technology world is well-known for its hype and hyperbole, not to mention more than a little vaporware. And, as part of the industry for more than a quarter century, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who’s more of a skeptic than I am.
A lot of stuff hasn’t lived up to the hype, and there’s sure to be plenty more:
* Virtual reality, for one thing, comes to mind.
* I won’t be surprised if home 3D falls flat, as well, at least until we can chuck the glasses. Yes, I’ve seen demos of 3D technology without the glasses. It’s coming … eventually.
* Come to think of it, I don’t really get electric cars, either. I mean, why pay more for a car you have to plug in when you can get a hybrid?
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Author: Steve Tobak