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IBM PC
IBM's first PC, model 5150, has played a major role in shaping the world of personal computers. Their design became the industry standard and we can still see evidence of this today. This model was released in the early '80s and had only one competitor: Apple . -
CD's (Compact Disks)
Compact Disks, better known as CD's, were invented in 1982. These disks were popularized quickly and became a staple in the music industry over more commonly used storage methods, like cassette tapes. -
Cellphones
The Motorola DynaTAC 8000X was released in 1983 and was the first personal cellphone available to the masses. This phone had many limitations but set the stage for a booming industry that continues to grow each year. -
Apple Macintosh
Apple's first personal computer, the Macintosh (often referred to as a 'Mac)' was released in 1984. This desktop, along with the Apple Lisa, offered a graphical user interface for the first time in history, which made them a lot more user-friendly! -
Gameboy
The Game Boy, one of the most popular handheld consoles in the world, was released in the United States in 1989. This pocket console was created by Nintendo, a leading video game company in Japan.