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My Timeline of the Evolution of Media

By Gio Gio
  • The year I was born

    The year I was born

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    Description of the whole output

    This is the timeline of different kinds of media I got exposed to. It ranges from traditional to modern media as time passes.
  • The year I gained consciousness

    The year I gained consciousness

    I was nursery at that time.
  • Magazines and newspapers

    Magazines and newspapers

    Description: Newspapers and magazines are a type of print media. Both things contain text and colored pictures.
    • I remember newspapers and magazines are used to cut out pictures for school projects. Additionally, I sometimes read magazines back then. I especially love the perfume-scented pages.
  • Analog Television

    Analog Television

    Description: It is a small, but thick television.
    • It was located in our bedroom. I used to watch cartoons there until I fell asleep and had my afternoon nap.
  • Projector Television

    Projector Television

    Description: It is a big, wide, and thick type of television.
    • I used to be fascinated by how big the screen of the television was. For me, it looked like a mini theatre since it uses a projector.
  • Landline

    Landline

    Description: It is a wired telephone service acquired via subscription of cable or WI-FI.
    • I call my younger cousins using landline. We would chat for hours, talking about anything we think of.
  • Desktop Computer

    Desktop Computer

    Description: Is an electronic device that processes information and can store data.
    • I remember we, my sister and cousins, used to play on our grandpa’s computer. Moreover, we use Skype to laugh at the animated emojis and make a story out of it.
  • Primary Phonics book: A Children's Reading Book

    Primary Phonics book: A Children's Reading Book

    Description: It teaches children how to read three to four letter words.
    • My mother and grandma taught me how to read.
  • Children's Bible

    Children's Bible

    Description: It is a summarized and simplified version of the Bible.
    • At first, I did not understand it and was only mesmerized by the pictures. Later on, I read it again and finally understood it.
  • V.Smile

    V.Smile

    Description: It is an educational gaming console of VTech.
    • We used to play games like Winnie the Pooh and Dora the Explorer. They were educational since they teach us how to count and read.
  • VTech Innotab

    VTech Innotab

    Description: Another educational gaming console of VTech.
    • It was gifted to me, though I do not remember the occasion at that time. I used to play educational games, draw, and record and edit videos.
  • Playstation 2

    Playstation 2

    Description: It is a gaming console.
    • I only play Sonic the Hedgehog since most of the games on Playstation are for teenagers and above.
  • Smart Television

    Smart Television

    Description: It is an upgraded version of Television. The display is in higher definition compared to older televisions.
    • I remember being mesmerized by it since it displays high definition videos.
  • Ipad (First generation)

    Ipad (First generation)

    Description: It is like an Iphone but larger like Samsung's tablet.
    • It was given to me when I was in grade 3. It is where I started playing online games such as Roblox and Blockheads.
  • Playstation 3

    Playstation 3

    Description: Newer version of Playstation, a gaming console.
    • I only play Tekken 6 with my family as that was the only game my father lets me play, since other games are for mature audiences.
  • The Mystery in Venice: A Geronimo Stilton book

    The Mystery in Venice: A Geronimo Stilton book

    Description: It follows a character named Geronimo Stilton. Each book of Geronimo Stilton tells a different story.
    • It was given to me during Christmas. It was my first Geronimo Stilton book and I loved it.
  • Redmi Go (First Generation)

    Redmi Go (First Generation)

    Description: It is a first generation model of Redmi cellphone.
    • At first it belonged to my sister, but it got passed to me.
  • Facebook

    Facebook

    Description: It is a social media application that lets a person post, react or comment to a post.
    • It is the year where I created my own Facebook account, since it was needed for school to keep me updated.
  • Netflix

    Netflix

    Description: A streaming application.
    • It became popular at that time since you can find almost anything you want to watch.
  • Chromebook

    Chromebook

    Description: Google's version of laptop.
    • I used it for online classes during the pandemic.
  • Nintendo Switch

    Nintendo Switch

    Description: A newer gaming console of Nintendo.
    • Our dad gave it to us as a gift during the pandemic.
  • Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. Rowling

    Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. Rowling

    Description: It is the first book of the Harry Potter series.
    • My father gave it to me and I read it right away. What surprised me is that it is a pop-up book.
  • OPPO A55

    OPPO A55

    Description: It is one of the OPPO's cellphone models.
    • This time, it was a birthday gift for me. The phone's performance is good, but I have an issue with its storage as it became full quickly when I took pictures.
  • Galaxy Tab A7

    Galaxy Tab A7

    Description: One of Samsung's tablet models.
    • It was given to me by my father.
  • JBL Flip 5

    JBL Flip 5

    Description: It is a Bluetooth speaker with bass boost.
    • My sister and I got one each. Moreover, the quality of the audio is nice as someone who listens to music.