Media Evolution

Heralds

Jan 1, 1300

Heralds were people who shouted news usually in populated areas during the early monarchy. They stopped as their are newspapers and advances in technology.

Newspapers

Jan 1, 1600

First newspaper was created. Newspapers contained news but in a paper format which was convenient for people during the time (as they did not have phones)

New York Times

Sep 18, 1851

The New York Times one of the best newspapers and also website was founded

First Phone Call

Mar 10, 1876

Alexander Graham Bell invented the phone and called during this time.

Wall Street Journal

Jul 8, 1889

A newspaper but also a website. Is number one as the best newspaper.

Radio Stations

Aug 31, 1920

The first radio station was created and was broadcasted by the radio station called 8MK. Radio stations send audio towards your house, car or phone

First TV

Dec 31, 1920

In the late 1920's the first experimental TV was created. Was in a blocky form but now is usually slim and have more pixels.

First Computer

Jan 1, 1947

First fully functional computer built in 1947

First Email

Jan 1, 1971

Specific date is unknown. Ray Tomlinson has sent the first email and was most likely the words "qwertyuiop"

First Blog Formed

Jan 1, 1994

First blog formed around 1994

Facebook

Feb 4, 2004

Facebook was created and used by millions of people through out the world. Used as a social media to connect with friends and other people.

Youtube

Feb 14, 2015

Youtube is a form of media that provides videos for all people to watch. This includes all genres funny,action,thriller etc. This is still used now.