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Technology from 1990 to 1999
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Apple Powerbook Laptop
Robert Brunner – (head of industrial design – led the team to develop “Powerbook”)
The Powerbook’s design allowed users to easily transport the laptop. The features on the Powerbook included; a trackball (no mouse required), a floppy disk (optional), and a place for the user to rest their palm. -
Apple Newton
developed and marketed by Apple Computer, Inc
The Newton is a personal digital assistant (PDA) and was created to be a handheld computer. The Newton had a stylus that allowed a user to handwrite notes (which can be converted to text) and users were able to store contacts, print documents, send a fax, and manage their calendar. -
Microsoft Windows 95
Developed by Microsoft
Windows 95 operating system (OS) brought many new features for users; one iconic feature was the start button. There was a song by the Rolling Stones called “Start Me Up” to help promote Windows 95. The operating system allowed multiple people to sign in and have their very own profiles. Another big feature was the Plug and Play that enable the computer to find and install hardware. -
Sony Vaio PCG-505 (1st generation) Laptop
Sony entered the world of computing and launched its first PC. The value at the time was $2,000.00 and had a “SuperSlim” feature. Other features include 32MB RAM, USB port, floppy disk drive, headphone output jack, two stereo speakers, and modular modem jack. It also had a function for users to use a stylus pen to enter handwritten notes. -
iMAC G3
designed by Jony Ive.
Apple released the all-in-one Macintosh desktop computer also known as the iMac G3. The specifications for the iMac included: a 4GB hard drive, 32MB RAM, and a CD-ROM. Apple was selling this all-in-one computer for $1,300 and the color was Bondi Blue.