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The VCR player
The history of VCR players dates back to the 50s but didn't really go mainstream and take off until about the 70s when Sony released its U-Matic in 1971. Though my experiences with the VCR all came during its decline and dying age, it is still a core piece of technological history in the video world. -
The PlayStation Portable
The PlayStation Portable (PSP) was first released in 2005 by Sony and became the first handheld gaming console from the brand. It was brought to compete with the Nintendo DS, and was aimed toward a larger gaming community with a more diverse game selection that you couldn't find with Nintendo. -
The iPod Touch
The iPod Touch was first announced during the apple event in September 2007, which changed the MP3 space forever, bringing in wifi capability. It was the first generation of iPod to have iTunes software built-in allowing users to purchase music, movies, and tv shows directly from their devices without the need to download from a laptop or desktop computer. -
The iPhone 4
The iPhone 4 was released in June of 2010, which was a massive turning point for Apple. The iPhone 4 came with a completely new modern design never before seen in a cellphone with a stainless steel frame and a glass backing. This series of iPhones also brought the 4S model which featured Apple's launch of Siri just a year later. -
The Macbook Air
The Intel-based MacBook Air was introduced in January 2008 with a 13.3-inch screen and was promoted as the world's thinnest notebook, opening a laptop category known as the ultrabook family. Apple released a second-generation MacBook Air in October 2010, with a redesigned tapered chassis, standard solid-state storage, and added a smaller 11.6-inch version. Later revisions added Intel Core i5 or i7 processors and Thunderbolt.[