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First iPad is Released
The Apple iPad, released in 2011, was a project engineers at Apple who had worked for years on designing. Much like the iPhone, the iPad wasn't exactly breaking new ground, but its polished nature made it the clear choice among tablets to buy. -
Nest Thermostat + Smart Home Technology
The Nest Thermostat is issued in a new wave of smart home tech in the American home. Thermostats could now be controlled with a smartphone or voice assistant. The first Nest Thermostat was created by Tony Fadell, Matt Rogers, and Fred Bould. -
Tesla Electric + Autonomous Vehicles
While mostly known for their electric vehicles, automaker Tesla has made self-driving one of their major focuses in vehicle development. Led by founder Elon Musk, Tesla's new vehicles can change lanes, brake, and detect nearby traffic, all without the help of the driver. -
Amazon Alexa
Alexa, Amazon's voice assistant, was created in the early 2010s, being brainstormed by founder Jeff Besos. The revolutionary device would allow users to access Amazon's servers of computers, holding an endless amount of knowledge. -
Oculus VR System
Designed by Palmer Luckey, the Oculus Rift was the first example of a polished virtual reality system. While initially limited to use with a gaming pc, the Oculus brand has grown into one of the largest gaming console brands in the world.