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WiFi Introduced to the Public
Wireless internet becoming available for public use has transformed the technology age as we know it. Without wireless internet most of todays functions would be unimaginably complex, and probably more expensive. WiFi could be considered the blue print for how most tech developments can function since its invention. -
Google Search Engine Launch
Google is one of the top used search engines, and has become more than that since its launch! With a lot of data and information at our fingertips, Google is relied on many times for research. -
TheFacebook Launch
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Original iPhone Release
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Amazon Kindle eReader
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5G Technology
The fifth generation of network for internet and cellular service was an interesting development in this technology era. It caused a lot of controversy but over all has been able to provide the fastest internet and phone services we have seen yet! Expanding the use geographically while keeping up with the speed that is satisfying to consumers, it will be interesting to see if it can get any better than this. -
Oura Ring
A "smart" ring, similar to smart watches as we know it today, was created in Finland to monitor health data for its users. Tracking sleep patterns, menstrual cycles, stress levels and workouts! Primarily popular as a form of birth control with the ability to map out ovulation cycles using body temperature patterns. -
Nintendo Switch Release
Nintendo at it again with their hand held portable gaming consoles, the Nintendo Switch was yet another very popular and high demand item for many. The ability to game online with people in different areas, and to game on-the-go. The Nintendo Switch also gave opportunities to play with many players when hooked up to TV's, making it the perfect party or gathering activity! -
ABii Tutor Robot
Created by Van Robotics, this robot was a pitch on the Sharks Inventions TV show. "ABii adjusts the pace and content of instruction based on student performance and attention. When a student misses a question, ABii gives step-by-step guidance on how to get to the right answer. " This is transformational to education experiences and resources available to students, especially in cases where human teachers/tutor resources may be sparse. -
Playstation 5 Release
Sony's Playsation has developed several gaming consoles over the years, and its a highly competitive company in comparisons to others (like Microsofts Xbox) - when it was released in the pandemic it was sold out for months and was in very high demand for a long time.