Tech
4 amazing, world-changing technological innovations from the 2000s
For years, technology evolved and developed at a glacial pace. However, the speed of this development has grown exponentially, especially since the early 1990s. As a result, the first decade of the 21st century saw some of the most ground-breaking, innovative tech products become mainstream, changing our lives forever. Here are some of the most seminal and notable!
The Apple iPod (2001)
In 2001, the iPod irrevocably changed how people can listen to music, podcasts and other audio mediums. While the MP3 had existed for a while, its storage capabilities were limited. The iPod, on the other hand, represented the first time that music lovers could feasibly carry their entire music collection wherever they went.
Facebook (2004)
The origins of Facebook are contentious; we all know that. But in 2004, Mark Zuckerberg officially founded TheFacebook. Facebook has been the driving force behind social media and its influence in changing the way we communicate, both socially and professionally. It’s a place to talk, share ideas and build communities.
Airbnb (2008)
Airbnb emerged on the scene in 2008 and was a clear sign that our tech industries were changing. Credited with ushering in the “sharing economy”, Airbnb has had a massive impact on how people view housing, zoning and land laws. Its rise in popularity has forced local, national and international jurisdictions across the world to rethink their land law policies. Its CEO, Brian Chesky, is worth more than $3 billion US.
Fitbit (2009)
The last entry into our list is the Fitbit. The device was one of the first “exercise” watches and has been praised for encouraging millions of people across the world to be more mindful of their daily exercise routines. While the device now faces hefty competition from other firms (like the Apple Watch), there’s no doubt that the Fitbit has had a massive impact on how we exercise and train.