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The Times says that early adopters (which would be most of us) are both trendsetters and suckers all at the same time. Are you a trendsetter or a sucker?
By buying the newest, most hyped, most eagerly anticipated gadgets on the market, you get the thrill of being on the cutting edge. You get bragging rights in tech-obsessed circles. You're a magnet for stares from strangers, who may be puzzled, jealous, or both. You also get to pay a premium compared to consumers willing to wait a little while for prices to inevitably drop.