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Apple released the first iPhone, a major turning point in mobile technology. As I grew up, smartphones became an everyday tool for communication, learning, and entertainment. By middle school, apps and mobile devices were part of classroom activities and homework help. -
Originally for college students, Facebook opened to everyone aged 13+ in 2006. As a teenager, I joined social media platforms like Facebook and later Instagram, which changed how I communicated with friends and stayed informed about events. -
Chromebooks became popular in schools thanks to their affordability and integration with Google Workspace. During my high school years, I used a Chromebook to complete assignments, access Google Classroom, and collaborate with classmates. -
Spotify became a major music platform, offering streaming access to millions of songs. It changed how I listened to music, shifting from CDs and iTunes to streaming playlists, podcasts, and more on mobile devices. -
Schools closed worldwide due to COVID-19, and students, including myself, transitioned to online learning via Zoom, Google Meet, and other platforms. This was a major shift in how education was delivered, with technology at the center.