1953 ⟶ Helical Scan Video Tape Recorder Invented

The first video tape recorder, a helical scan recorder, is i...
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📼 Helical Scan Video Tape Recorder Invented

The first video tape recorder, a helical scan recorder, is invented by Norikazu Sawazaki.⟶
Helical Scan Video Tape Recorder Invented (1953)
MediaCommunicationElectronics
JapanJapan

💾 Fujio Masuoka Invents Flash Memory at Toshiba

Flash memory (both NOR and NAND types) was invented by Fujio Masuoka while working for Toshiba. It was formally introduced to the public in 1984.⟶
Fujio Masuoka Invents Flash Memory at Toshiba (1980)
MemoryElectronicsComputer Science
JapanJapan

💿 Sony Releases First Commercial CD Player

October 1: Sony releases the world's first commercially sold CD player, the Sony CDP-101.⟶
Sony Releases First Commercial CD Player (1982)
Consumer ElectronicsMusicSonyMedia
JapanJapan

💻 Epson HX-20: The First Laptop Computer Released

The first laptop computer is launched, the 8/16-bit Epson HX-20.⟶
Epson HX-20: The First Laptop Computer Released (1982)
ComputersElectronics
JapanJapan

💿 Sony Develops Blu-ray Prototypes

Sony develops the first prototypes for the Blu-ray optical disc format. The first prototype player was released in 2004.⟶
Sony Develops Blu-ray Prototypes (2000)
ElectronicsSonyDigital MediaHome EntertainmentConsumer Electronics
JapanJapan