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Sony Walkman
Sony invented and launched its portable music player, the Sony Walkman. This portable cassette player cost $150 in 1980 (equivalent to $500 today). -
The CD
The music CD was invented by James Russell and introduced in 1982. This invention took over the way people listened to music. No more rewind or fast forward and no more tape to wind up like with a cassette... CDs were more accurate, compact, and convenient. -
Motorola DynaTAC 8000x
The world's commercial portable phone, the Motorola DynaTAC 8000x, was introduced and available for purchase in 1983. The cost was a whopping $3,995. The inventor was named Dr. Martin Cooper. -
Apple Macintosh Computer
The Apple Macintosh Computer created by Apple Inc. was one of the first "mass-market personal computers to have featured a graphical user interface, built-in screen, and mouse."(google.com) -
IBM's "PC Convertible"
IBM introduces the first laptop computer. -
General Motors' first solar-powered car
Paul MacCready along with a variety of engineering experts designed the General Motors' "Sunraycer" a solar-powered car powered by 8,800 solar cells generating a max of 1,500 watts allowing this car to travel at a top speed of 68 MPH. This car cost more than 2 Million dollars to build in 1987. This car won in its first-ever race driven in sun-powered cars. -
Game Boy
The Game Boy was invented by Gunpei Yokoi. This device was the first of its kind in portable gaming. This allowed gamers to leave the walls of their homes and game together in public areas. Some games included Tetris and Super Mario Land.
