Chairs Quote by Douglas Adams
“We no longer think of chairs as technology; we just think of them as chairs. But there was a time when we hadn't worked out how many legs chairs should have, how tall they should be, and they would often 'crash' when we tried to use them.”
About This Quote
Historically, everyday objects were once considered technological challenges before becoming commonplace.
In simple terms: Things once seemed high tech become ordinary.
Recognize evolving tech.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- product development
- historical analysis
- future forecasting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What current gadget might become mundane?
- How does perception shape tech adoption?
Not all objects follow this pattern.