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TRS-80
This was one of the first mass produced computers meant to be sold for the everyday home. It had some of the first colorful graphics that lead to the colorful computer games we have now. It was invented by Tandy and was sold in their Radio Shack stores. -
Osborne 1
This was the first portable computer, it had a 5 inch screen and cost $1,800. It was invented by Lee Felsenstein and Adam Osborne for the Osborne Computer Corporation. This was a huge first step in portable electronics. -
CDs and CD-ROMs
CDs (compact discs) were a way to transport information, including music, computer games, and programs. It was invented by Sony and Phillips, and boosted the music world into a new age. -
LaserJet Printer
The LaserJet printer was invented by HP and has been describes as the most important invention to secure the printer as a pillar of computer industry. -
Game Boy
With the invention of the Game Boy by Nintendo the beginning of the progression towards more convenient and portable technologies began to emerge.