Rajesh Janey, president (sales), India and SAARC, NetApp, proudly claims to have purchased no useless gadget to date. To make his point, he tells us about the Yashica FX3 camera which he bought after saving from his first year’s salary. Today, the executive has graduated to more sophisticated technologies including eco-friendly gadgets that leave no carbon imprint.
Would you pay more to buy green gadgets?
Going green is fast becoming a popular and meaningful trend. It is beneficial in the long run for us as well as for our planet. I would love to support organisations that bring out eco-friendly gadgets. So, yes, I would pay more, if need be, to buy green gadgets.
What was your first gadget and do you still have it?
Photography has always been my passion, and I always wanted to own a great camera to facilitate my hobby. My first gadget was the Yashica FX3 camera. It was also special because I bought it after saving money for one year after I got my first job.
Which is your latest gadget acquisition?
I recently purchased the BlackBerry Curve 8900. I actually upgraded to the gizmo’s newer version because of the promised higher battery life. It also looks a whole lot better.
Does your favourite gadget satisfy all your needs?
I am on the road most times. So the BlackBerry Curve 8900 certainly allows me to catch up with mails and news even while I’m on the go. It also helps me to stay in touch with friends and family through the chat and other instant messaging applications. It is fun too, as I have all my music on it, and it has a decent camera. But I wish it had a longer battery life.
What is the most expensive gadget that you have bought for yourself?
I have splurged on a Nikon SLR. It’s a great camera to possess for any photographer and totally worth the money. It has amazing features and is great to carry around on my travels.
Are you surprised by your children’s expertise with new technology?
I am completely taken aback by the comfort levels that youngsters today have with technology. My two young sons are very comfortable with all my new gadgets and get used to them in a jiffy. For them no technology or gadget is complicated.
Have you ever bought a gadget that could not justify its worth?
Not that I can think of.
What is the most useless gadget that you have been gifted?
Usually, I receive many desktop items like pen stands with digital clocks. Though I appreciate the gift, I don’t think they are too useful for me.
Recently I received this incredible digital photo frame which plays music and video too. It’s very trendy and stylish. But to be completely honest, I am unable to comprehend its utility.
