I stumbled across this old thread today from MacRumors regarding Apple’s introduction of the iPod.
It’s pretty funny to read, not to mention an interesting piece of history.
One of the comments:
I still can’t believe this! All this hype for something so ridiculous! Who cares about an MP3 player? I want something new!…
Of course, I’m sure most of these original iPod flamers eventually ate their own words.
This old thread emerged today as people were flaming Apple’s recent products: iPod Hi-Fi Boombox and the $99 leather cases (which I agree are quite ridiculously priced, especially since they completely obscure the click wheel?)
However, it is a stark reminder that what seems silly today may ultimately be of vital significance. The iPod was not an original idea (new product in crowded market), but it was revolutionary (library/playlist syncing, etc.), and it ultimately became a notable sub-cultural icon.
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