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Technolgy 2000-2010

  • USB flash drives

    USB flash drives
    In 2000, the first publicly available flash drive was launched. They were also known as a Thumb drive, invented by a Singapore company Trek Technology. USB flash drives would replace floppy drives and optical discs.
  • First iPod released by Apple

    First iPod released by Apple
    Apple decided to release the first apple iPod. No one knew that this would shape the foundation of a MP3 players. Without the iPod Apple would not have iTunes.
  • The Launch of the Nintendo Wii

    The Launch of the Nintendo Wii
    In 2006, the first Nintendo Wii launched to the public. The Nintendo Wii opened up the video game industry to many demographics. Parents would love to play so would their kids. A household staple that would get the whole family together.
  • Apple Launches iPhone

    Apple Launches iPhone
    The First Apple iPhone hit the market in 2007. Steve Jobs idea for this iPhone was to have a computer but in your pocket. The iPhone retailed for 499 for the 4GB, but 599 or the 8GB. This device was built to have a megapixel camera and a 3.5-inch 320x480 LCD screen.
    Steve Jobs iPhone would change the phone industry forever. Apple has sold more than 30 million iPhones since then.
  • Kindle E-Reader

    Kindle E-Reader
    The founder of Amazon.com, Jeff Bezos decided to create the first ever e-reader. This e-reader was later to be known as the kindle. E-readers provided a vast range of e-books to consumers all from one device.