Significant Inventions in Computer History : 1900s-2000s

  • Photoshop

    Photoshop
    Photoshop was created by brothers John and Thomas Knoll in 1990. Photoshop is an important tool for creative professionals as it gives people the capability to edit, change, and create. It made it easier for artist and designers to add their twist to images and turn them into something of their own.
  • Playstation Gaming Console

    Playstation Gaming Console
    The PlayStation, introduced by Sony and Ken Kutaragi in 1994, revolutionized gaming and entertainment. PlayStation became a cultural icon, connecting global gaming communities and inspiring creativity. PlayStation sparked creativity, inspiring developers to innovate and explore new gaming concepts (Simons, 2023). Reference:
    Simons, H. (2023, April 12). PlayStation History. Retrieved from https://www.androidauthority.com/playstation-history-1220628/
  • USB

    USB
    Created by Ajay V. Bhatt in 1996, the USB (Universal Serial Bus) helped standardize the connection interface for peripherals and simplify device connectivity.
  • Nintendo64 Gaming Console

    Nintendo64 Gaming Console
    Created by Uemura Masayuki in 1996, the Nintendo 64 special controller with buttons and a joystick made it easier to control games and feel the action. The Nintendo 64 also showed cool 3D graphics, making games like Super Mario 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time feel like real adventures.
  • First Camera Phone

    First Camera Phone
    The J-SHO4 was the first camera phone released by Sharp Corporation. The creation of this device made it easier for everyone to capture moments and share them with friends and family. Additionally, it also helped create social media and change how we communicate and share our lives with others.