Years ago, my mother and I went on a reconnaissance mission. We were in a department store to look at a new invention called a video cassette recorder. The idea of a VCR and its ability to let you watch and record programs on your schedule was quite revolutionary.
It was easy to become overwhelmed by the many features on these new machines. Even things like whether to have a corded or cordless remote control were major considerations.
At the time, we weren’t there to buy but rather to learn more about the product. It’s interesting that one of our biggest conclusions was about the LED clock on the machine. In the store, it was constantly blinking, “12:00.” Today we know electronics with a clock blink before they are programmed with the correct time.
But we didn’t know that in the 1980’s. And upon leaving the store we both agreed that it would be best if we didn’t buy a VCR with a clock that flashed, 12:00, constantly. I laugh thinking about, how of all the features, that was the one we were focused on.
Whenever you try something new, it comes with a series of expectations and conclusions. Don’t be surprised if some of them turn out to wrong or easily fixed with the press of a button.
