Technology Advancements

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    Top advancements 2010-2019

  • The iPad

    The iPad

    Apple launched the iPad in April 2010. They had sold over 400 million units worldwide. The starting price of the iPads were $499.
    This was the start of a new way for us to juggle work and play while on the go. Today I currently use an iPad to do my school work on.
  • Chromebooks

    Chromebooks

    Chromebooks allowed everything google related to be in one place. They figured that most of the time spend was in a browser. By one platform you were able to access Gmail, Google hangouts, Google docs, along with non google related sites as well.
  • Alexa

    Alexa

    The Alexa's starting cost was $199 or $99 for Amazon prime members. The smart speaker was only available by invitation for the first few months before going to the public worldwide. Alexa has made the smallest tasks, ever easier. She can add groceries to a list, order things online for you, and even answer questions. I personally have an Alexa in my bedroom, kitchen, and even the garage.
  • Windows 10

    Windows 10

    Windows 10 brought new features that helped evolved computers.
    It gave an option to put the computers into hibernation. Cortana was introuduced, a virtual assistant. It also improved multitasking. It allowed for multiple screens to be open side by side for easier access.
  • TikTok

    TikTok

    TikTok hit 1 billion downloads globally in February 2019. Tiktok is a social media platform that allows people to have an outlet to express themselves in creative ways. People post short videos to share across the community.