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30+ Retro Technology That Makes Us Feel Old

Ah, the 90s and early 2000s. It was an era of technology that made today’s sleek and shiny gadgets seem like something out of a sci-fi movie. It’s hard to fathom, but the clunky gadgets, dial-up internet, and bulky computers were considered cutting-edge at the time. Oh, how things have changed. Retro Tech Dreams is a popular Twitter page that is all about “80s, 90s, [...]

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How Robots Failing Today Will Protect Humans Tomorrow

Boston Dynamics, an American engineering and robotics design company, became a household name a short time ago when the dancing videos of their surprisingly mobile robots went viral (you must've seen one of the videos!). Now, 8 months later, they’ve done it again… with a choreographed parkour routine. That’s right, recent posts from Boston Dynamic’s Twitter page show their [...]

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The Age of Bluetooth Earbuds

Apple AirPods spawned what can be known as the end of wired earbuds, at least in mainstream markets. Following their release in December 2016 and corresponding to their announcement that the iPhone would be ridding itself of the headphone jack (a bit suspicious), Apple paved the way for Bluetooth-enabled earphones to dominate the market. Though hardly the first of its kind [...]

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Virtual Reality is Here to Stay

Virtual Reality (VR) is no longer the novel technology that captivated a young generation ready to try out a new gaming experience. It has evolved into a personal entertainment system, a draw for bars looking to expand their customer base, and if recent news is any reference, a form of business communication. Virtual Reality submerges you into a virtual world via a headset with [...]

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The Influence the Gameboy Had on the World

To say Game Boy was the first handheld gaming device would be a disservice to the innovative systems that were available prior to its release; however, Game Boy’s influence gripped the handheld gaming world for decades to come, a feat previous devices could only aspire to. What set Game Boy apart from its predecessors was an intriguing new development within the gaming space, [...]

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The Success and Failure of the Walkman

With music at the fingertips of most people, it can be easy to forget the predecessors that paved the way for modern portable media players. Synonymous with 80s culture, the Walkman was lauded for its portability and privacy in an era where music consumption was largely a family or friends affair. An ideal product for introducing the public not only to portable stereos but to [...]

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Smartwatches – Old or New?

Smartwatches aren’t exactly a new concept. The Seiko Data-2000, released in 1983, had the power to store memos, calendar entries, and also acted as a calculator. However, the modern smartwatch that we recognize today began appearing around 2010. It wasn’t until watches could somewhat replicate the utility of smartphones that they became a mainstay in the public’s eye. Even with [...]

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The Sky Is the Limit for Drones

Whether you’re viewing a stunning aerial video, or maybe watching a concert from the comfort of your own home, you have one piece of technology to thank - drones. Over the past few years, companies including Amazon and Alphabet have been refining this small piece of machinery in the hopes of one day utilizing it for easy transportation of various goods, among other services. [...]

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