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1440
Print and press
Johannes Gutenberg invents the printing press, marking the beginning of mass communication and the ability to produce books and newspapers more widely. -
penny press
Benjamin Day's "The New York Sun" introduces affordable newspapers, leading to a surge in readership. -
Radio Waves Take Over
The first commercial radio broadcast in the U.S. transforms information dissemination and paves the way for broadcast media -
Television Makes Its Debut
The BBC launches the world's first regular high-definition television service, revolutionizing visual media. -
Birth of ARPANET
The creation of ARPANET, the internet's precursor, sets the stage for global communication and information exchange. -
Cable TV Revolution
The advent of cable television offers more channels and specialized content, transforming television broadcasting. -
Rise of the World Wide Web
The World Wide Web becomes publicly accessible, leading to a surge in digital journalism and online content creation. -
Social Media Explosion
Mark Zuckerberg launches Facebook, sparking the rise of social media and changing how people share and consume information. -
YouTube Revolution
The creation of YouTube allows users to upload and share videos, transforming how visual content is produced and consumed. -
Mobile Multimedia with iPhone
Apple introduces the first iPhone, turning mobile phones into multimedia devices and accelerating news and media accessibility on-the-go.