Actually Quote by Brian Eno
“Although designers continue to dream of 'transparency' - technologies that just do their job without making their presence felt - both creators and audiences actually like technologies with 'personality.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Future of Music Technology", Wired Magazine, 2015
People prefer tech that feels personable, not invisible; personality makes tools engaging.
In simple terms: People like tech with character.
Design for relatable interfaces.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- app development
- smart home devices
- interactive installations
- marketing campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to maintain functionality while adding personality?
- When does personality become distraction?
Balancing transparency and personality can be complex.