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The first monthly newspaper printed was called Notizie Scritte and it was printed in Venice. This newspaper informed people of political, military, and economic news.
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The first magazine was a German literary and philosophy magazine. The first general interests magazine came about in London in 1731.
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The telegraph is long-distance communication of a message without an object holding the message. The sender and receiver must both know the code to figure out the message.
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The first book printed was the Gutenberg Bible, using mass-produced movable type. There are only 49 copies left and they are some of the most valuable books in the world.
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Billboards are large outdoor advertisement structures. They feature slogans and eye-catching visuals.
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The first radio news broadcast happened on August 31, 1920. It was on station 8MK in Detroit, Michigan. Regular entertainment broadcasts started in 1922.
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After WWII, black and white television became popular. During the 1950s, television was the primary way of influencing the public. In the mid 1960s, color television was introduced.
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The internet is defined as a worldwide system of computer networks. It enables people to connect with each other from anywhere in the world and is a platform for millions of businesses, government networks, academics, etc.
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The first social media site was introduced in 1997. It was called Six Degrees, which allowed users to create a profile and make friends with others, similar to social media we know today, such as Facebook and Twitter.
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A smartphone is a communication device with an advanced mobile operating system that has features of a cell phone, PDAs, internet, etc. The first smart phone was released in 2000, a touchscreen Ericsson R380.
