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Technology of the 2010's
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iPad
Inventor: Steve Jobs
The iPad totally changed how we think about tablets. It was basically the bridge between smartphones and laptops, and it made watching movies, reading books, and working on-the-go way easier. It’s now a must-have for so many people. -
Siri
Inventor: Apple
Siri was like having your own personal assistant
right in your phone. You could just talk to your phone and tell it to do stuff, like set reminders or play music. It made smartphones way smarter and way cooler. -
Google Glass
Inventor: Project Glass Team
Google Glass was like something straight out of a sci-fi movie. You wore these glasses, and you could see info right in front of your eyes without touching anything. It didn’t catch on at first, but it was a huge step towards the future of augmented reality. -
Oculus Rift
Inventor: Palmer Luckey
The Oculus Rift took gaming to a whole new level. It brought us into the game like never before with virtual reality. It felt like you were actually in the game world, and it helped start the VR craze we’re seeing today. -
The Bitcoin Lightning Network
Inventor: Joseph Poon Thaddeus Dryja
The Lightning Network made Bitcoin way faster and cheaper to use. Before, Bitcoin transactions could take a while, but now they happen almost instantly, making it more practical for everyday use, not just as a digital currency.