Technology Quote by Kevin Kelly
“Technology is anything that doesn't work yet.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Tech conference, 2019
Defines technology as anything not yet functional, emphasizing ongoing innovation
In simple terms: Tech is what hasn’t worked yet
Key Takeaway
Embrace experimentation and improve technology
Themes
innovation
progress
optimism
Mood
optimistic
curious
Type
inspirational
analytical
When to use this quote
- R&D labs
- startup pivots
- product testing
Key Concepts
technology lifecycle
R mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- What “non‑working” tech excites you?
- How can you turn failures into breakthroughs?
A Different Perspective
May undervalue existing functional tech
