Evolution of the Typewriter

Evolution of the Typewriter

Period: Jan 1, 1800 to Jan 1, 2011

First known typewriter created by William Burt

Mar 14, 1830

this is initial creation of the typewriter would be the first machine to create a new, more efficient mean of production among manufacturers and consumers.

Patent for 'writing machine' (Christopher Sholes, Carlos Glidden and Samuel Soule)

Jan 1, 1867

The creation of this idea would lead to the creation of the initial invention of the first typewriter. The invention causes a great increase in the production of books, reports, newspapers, etc because of the new speed at which the typewriters provided for these businesses.

George Arrington and Thomas A. Edison obtained a patent for an electrically driven typewriter

Mar 14, 1871

This creation of an electrically driven machine would open up the chances for a new path of invention among machines.

Invention of the First Comercial Typewriter (Christopher Sholes, Carlos Glidden and Samuel Soule )

Jan 1, 1874

This invention was yet another advancement of the technology in the industrial revolution. This machine increased speed at which writing was produced, and because of this, the prices of these materials would decrease, leading to more available resources for consumers.

'QWERTY' typing idea added to the Typewriter

Jan 2, 1874

The creation of this idea was in order to create a more efficient and an easier way of typing documents. The first line on the keyboard, set up in 'a-s-d-f-g-h-j-k-l' format is very similar to the alphabet, creating an easily adaptable format for typing.

Blickensderfer (First portable machine)

Jan 1, 1893

This efficiency through a portable machine would speed up production in means of the ability to move the machine from place to place.

The first programmable computer - Z1

Jan 1, 1936

As being the frist programmable computer, the Z1 had a 64-word memory. In order to program, the user had insert punch tape into a punch tape reader and all output was also generated through punch tape.
Although a massive, this computer was on its way to becoming a new advancement in the model of the typewriter. Over the years, this model would evolve into smaller, faster, more usable materials.

five million Underwood machines had been produced and marketed all around the world.

Mar 14, 1939

This new model placed the bars that supported the moulded letters around the front of the machine. When a letter was depressed on the keyboard the bar would strike the front sheet, print and then fall back. This is how most modern manual typewriters work today. This advancement helped to increase the overall production and efficiency that the typewriter provided.

Universal Automatic Computer created by Dr. Presper Eckert and Dr. John Mauchly

Jan 1, 1951

This model was faster and was primarily created for governmental and business purposes. This model of the computer was used to help predict the results of the Eisenhower-stevenson presidential race and it succeeded in correctly predicting the winner to be Eisenhower. After this was revealed, this new model was accepted by the United States.

FORTRAN Computer Programming Language

Mar 14, 1954

This advancement in computers helped to expand the knowledge of the information presented in computers by being able to work with many different languages.

IBM Selectic Typewriter

Jul 31, 1961

This was one of the first inventions of a self correcting typewriter. This created a more usable machine that would speed up production by fixing errors.

Steve Russell & MITSpacewar Computer Game

Mar 14, 1962

The first computer game invented. This provided a wider appeal to all audiences, creating a higher demand for computers.

ARPAnet

Mar 14, 1969

This was the original internet. The creation of the internet would allow an increase in communication around the world and throughout businesses and companies.

The Electronic Typerwriter Created

Jan 1, 1978

This new rendition of the typewriter would allow better time management for workers, and a more effective way of publishing works. This was because the electronic typerwriter was capable of storing memory within itself, created a more efficient machine to use overall.

First laptop invented

Mar 14, 1981

This created a more transportable machine that would create an easier way to create and produce works in various places.

Apple Macintosh

Mar 14, 1984

This was a whole new generation of computer. It was a new style and just one of the many different paths that the invention of the original computer took.

First smartboard introduced

Mar 14, 1991

This new computer technology allowed for the increased efficiency in the education programs throughout the nation.

IBM Simon

Mar 14, 1992

This first smartphone created internet and web access available in a cell phone. This made viewing and creating information easier than ever as the information was always with the person.

Apple IPhone

Mar 14, 2007

The Iphone was an improvement to the already popular smart phones. This technology allowed for faster means of communication and an easier way to access information.

First Ipad released

Apr 3, 2010

This invention is the most recent advancement in the technology of computers. This invention provides everything from internet, to music, to pictures. This created organization and efficiency for the consumers who buy them