Let’s look back at some of the most influential technologies of the past that paved the way for today’s innovations.
The personal computer (PC) revolutionized the way we work, communicate, and entertain ourselves. In the early 1970s, computers were large, expensive, and mostly used by businesses and government agencies. However, the advent of the personal computer in the late 1970s changed all of that...
In the late 20th century, video game consoles became a staple of entertainment in many households. The 1980s and 1990s saw the rise of iconic consoles like the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Sega Genesis, and Sony PlayStation. These systems introduced millions of players...
Mobile phones have come a long way since their inception in the 1980s. The first mobile phones were bulky and expensive, and they offered only basic functions like calling and texting. However, by the late 1990s and early 2000s, mobile phones began to evolve...
Betamax, Sony's answer to VHS, was once a leading contender in the home video market. However, despite its superior quality, it was ultimately overshadowed by VHS in the format war of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Why did Betamax fail when it seemed so promising?...
Before smartphones, before iPods, there was the Walkman. Sony’s groundbreaking portable music player changed the way people listened to music in the 1980s, making it possible to take your favorite tunes anywhere...
In the 1990s, the internet was a new frontier, and AOL was at the forefront of this digital revolution. Dial-up internet connections were slow, but they opened up a world of possibilities. Remember the sound of the modem connecting?...
Before cloud storage, before USB drives, there was the floppy disk. This small, flexible disk was the main medium for storing and transferring data for decades. But how did something so seemingly simple become so essential in the 1980s and 1990s?...
In the early 2000s, desktop computers were the dominant choice for personal computing. But as laptops became more affordable, portable, and powerful, the shift to mobile computing began. How did laptops surpass desktops and change the way we work?...