The phrase "early adopters" refers to the people who are among the first to use or try out new technology, ideas, or products before they become widely accepted or popular. Full definition
Early adaptor of techniques such as web 2.0 and paid search. (members.climber.com)
-- As readers, we've been at this new phase of electronic reading now for going on two years, with regular readers now in the play instead of only early adaptors. (deanwesleysmith.com)
Famous as one of the inventors of video art, the Fluxus pioneer Nam June Paik was a restless early adaptor across the spectrum of new technologies, employing computers, primitive robotics, and telecommunications gadgetry to create spiritually questing works that remain radical and relevant today. (artspace.com)