Kelly Rowland couldn't have used the =HYPERLINK() function to message Nelly (blog.jgc.org)

Article summary

The article discusses a scene from the music video of the song 'Dilemma' by Nelly, where Kelly Rowland is shown using a Nokia 9210 Communicator to send a message to Nelly. However, the device's built-in spreadsheet program, called 'Sheet', does not have the =HYPERLINK() function, making it impossible for her to have used it to send an email. The article debunks a claim made on TikTok that Kelly Rowland used the Microsoft Excel =HYPERLINK() function to create a mailto link. The scene has become infamous among nerds for its inaccurate portrayal of technology.

Main themes

• technology in media
• spreadsheet usage
• Excel functionality
• Nokia 9210 Communicator
• music video inaccuracies
• software history
• tech nostalgia
• messaging apps evolution

What commenters say

• Some people find it surprising that anyone would think the Nokia 9210 Communicator could run Microsoft Excel or that Excel could fit on the device.
• The use of spreadsheets as databases or for tasks other than their intended purpose is a common pattern in business and everyday life.
• The versatility and effectiveness of Excel have made it a crucial tool for many people, despite its flaws.
• The scene in the music video is an example of inaccurate portrayal of technology in media, which can be amusing or frustrating for those who notice it.
• The idea that Kelly Rowland was using the spreadsheet to draft a message or as a datastore for a text messaging program is a possible interpretation of the scene.
• The importance of Excel in the history of software and its impact on the world cannot be overstated.
• The limitations and quirks of older technology, such as the Nokia 9210 Communicator, can be fascinating to explore and discuss.
• The scene has inspired discussions about the evolution of technology and the development of messaging apps.