Cheaper Quote by Biz Stone
“What if the New York Times gave out free, cheap Kindles to everyone and said this is how we're doing it now. You know? Maybe that's a way to go. The technology gets cheaper and cheaper, and at some point it has to be cheaper than all these trucks and all this gas, to just say, let's give away a Kindle to everyone.”
About This Quote
The quote imagines a future where cheap technology replaces costly logistics, suggesting mass distribution of e‑readers as a solution to rising expenses.
In simple terms: Cheap tech could replace expensive delivery methods.
Key Takeaway
Consider how falling tech costs can reshape distribution.
Themes
technology
economics
distribution
accessibility
innovation
Mood
optimistic
speculative
Type
visionary
strategic
When to use this quote
- publishing industry
- education
- public libraries
- remote learning
- environmental impact
Key Concepts
cost reduction
mass adoption
digital equity
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers exist to giving everyone a Kindle?
- How would this affect traditional media?
A Different Perspective
Assumes universal access to electricity and digital literacy.
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