Internal musings and thoughts

Gadget Slavery

         I'm very behind when it comes to being the possessor of the most recent electronic gadget.  All the

gadgets that I own are obsolete at least one year after they come out.  It's not because I own them as soon as

they come out it's because I own them a year after they have come out.  The major issue hindering me from

making that purchase is the price. I know the manufacturer amps up the price for their products because they

know people will buy it as soon as it comes out.  I don't have any problem with a company making a profit

since that is the freedom of capitalism.  If a company didn't make a profit there would be no company. 

         My family has various gadgets such as an Ipad, laptop, mp3 player, video game consoles, and a large,

flat, screen TV.  If anyone is interested in ripping me off it won't be worth your effort. Most people I know are

those who camp out the night before in front of the store to grab the newest item. I am not of this group since I

know the item will do the same thing a year from now.  I will learn the newest feature that makes these gadgets

all the rave just a year later. 

         I'm not gadget illiterate and can keep up with the jargon.  I've been tech savvy for a while since the paper

age was replaced by the tech age.  I like reading about new innovations and finding out what is coming on the

market. It's fun to see what new features enhance the electronic gadgets of today.  My life has been made

easier with these products. 

         I imagine others probably feel the same way.  My laptop has been a favorite item especially when it

comes to writing.  I enjoy taking my laptop wherever I go and writing about all that inspires me.  The computer

is the only item that doesn't enslave me.  I'm able to get more writing done which is the ultimate goal of any

writer. 

         I was wondering what others thought about their computer?  I don't need any other gadgets.  My laptop

does quite a bit for me.  I enjoy being able to put my words onto a screen rather than paper.  There are times

where I do carry a notebook with me when I don't have my computer. 

         If I don't ever get the chance in my lifetime to own the newest gadget that would be fine.  I will have

saved a lot of money.  I won't have to learn the newest app or the newest function.  Someone else can support

the innovator's motivation for capitalism.  I'm happy I won't be a gadget slave.