Thinking about the Microsoft Productivity Vision video and Bret Victor’s thoughts, it feels like there’s a big question about where technology is heading. The video shows a future where everything is super connected and digital, but it made me worry about losing the real experiences that make us human. Bret Victor’s point about wanting more tangible and inclusive interactions with technology makes sense. He’s saying that we shouldn’t sacrifice the good things about being human just to make technology more efficient.
It’s interesting to note that Victor grew up in a different time, which shapes his views. I get that the ‘Pictures behind Glass’ way of doing things is familiar and easy, especially for someone like me who grew up in the digital age. Still, Victor’s idea of finding a balance between the physical and digital world seems like a smart move. The challenge is to make technology work with us, enhancing our experiences instead of taking away from them. Looking at new innovations, like a pen turning physical notes into digital copies, shows a step in that direction. In short, Victor’s thoughts push us to think about how we can have the best of both worlds in our tech-filled future.
As I dove into the second article, what struck me was how people had such different reactions to where interactive media is headed. One response “My child can’t tie his shoelaces, but can use the iPad.” shows the influence of technology on people. It’s just a simple example about a child using ipad but it has more beyond it. Our interaction with technology is a double-wedged weapon. Hence, we should carefully try to use technology to have a positive impact on our life rather than negatively affecting it.