The latest gaming software

Thomas always seems to have the latest gaming software. His friends value his opinion and usually do not purchase a new gaming product until he recommends it.

In terms of the Diffusion of Innovation Model where on this continuum is Thomas? Where on this continuum are his friends?

Thomas                           

His friends                          

 

a)Early Majority/Mainstream and Late Majority/Mainstream

 

b)Early Adopters and Early Majority/Mainstream

 

c)Innovators and Early Adopters

 

d) Innovators and Early Majority/ Mainstream