Almost Quote by Colin Angle
“Robotics has been around forever, and it's been the next big thing forever, and it is so exciting and compelling that it's easy to get carried away. People almost always do, and that's one of the things that has held back the industry.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TechCrunch, 2018
Robotics is endlessly hyped, leading to over‑excitement that slows real progress; hype can be a barrier.
In simple terms: Excessive hype hampers genuine robotics advancement.
Balance excitement with realistic goals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- product development
- fundraising
- R&D management
- public outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to keep hype constructive?
- What realistic milestones should be set?
Hype can cause funding volatility.