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Automobile
The first automobile was invented by Karl Benz. -
Period: to
Pre-Modern
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Vacuum Cleaner
Invented by Hubert Cecil the vacuum cleaner revolutionized how homes and buildings were cleaned. -
Air Conditioning
Invented by Willis Carrier the modern air conditioner revolutionized how homes and buildings kept cool. -
"French Phone"
The "French Phone" was developed by the Bell company and had a transmission and receiver in one. -
Model T
Henry Ford invented the Model T, which was revolutionary for the way people traveled in America. -
Tungsten Wire
The tungsten wire was invented by William Coolidge and made the invention of the modern incandescent lamp possible -
Electric Washing Machine
The electric washing machine revolutionized the chore of washing clothes. -
Radio Broadcast
The first radio broadcast revolutionized mass communication. Families could use the radio to learn important information, such as severe weather, and for entertainment. -
Double Belt Freezer
Invented by Clarence Birdseye, the double belt freezer was a precursor to the modern freezer. This freezer changed how food would be stored, sold, and cooked. -
Frozen Food
Frozen food started being sold to the public. Frozen food worked as a substitute for canned food. -
Credit Card
The first credit cards were introduced by Diner's Club. Credit cards change the way people buy things. -
Period: to
Modern
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Non-stick Pan
The non-stick pan changed the ease of cooking. -
Microwave
The domestic microwave was introduced by Amana. The microwave gave people the ability to cook foods faster than they had ever been able to. -
Smoke Alarm
The smoke alarm protects families and homes from fires. -
Food Processor
The food processor cut down the time and ease of cooking preparation. -
Computers
Personal computers were introduced. -
Cellular Phone
The cellular phone changed the way and ease people were able to communicate. -
World Wide Web
The world wide web connected people and information in a way that had never been seen before. -
Digital Answering Machine
The digital answering machine helped with the ease of communication. -
DVD
The DVD changed the way people stored and watched videos. -
Bluetooth
Bluetooth enhanced communication as well as removing wires from around the home. -
Period: to
Postmodern
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Wi-Fi
In 2001 Wi-Fi became popular with consumers. Wi-Fi enabled faster internet and allowed it to be accessed anywhere in the home. -
AbioCor Artificial Heart
This artificial heart powers itself and has less risk of infection compared to earlier attempts. -
Roomba Vacuum Cleaning Robot
The Roomba allows households to be vacuumed while the operator does other things. -
Skype
Skype enhanced communication by adding video. -
Facebook
Facebook enhanced communication by allowing people to easily connect all over the world. -
YouTube
YouTube gave an advancement in entertainment and learning. With Youtube individuals can view tutorials on almost anything. -
iPhone
The iPhone not only change the way people communicated but also how people manage their daily lives. For example using the calendar, email, or the ability to check the weather through an app. -
Electric Cars
Electric cars gave a more eco friendly way to travel. -
4G
4G allows for faster internet access on mobile devices.