Technology is all around us, and it continually evolves and becomes more sophisticated. We use technology in almost everything we do; computers, iPods, cell phones, GPS etc. Technology is used at home, work, in the car and at school. However just like anything else, some technology comes and goes with the time. According to FOX News, here are the top 10 technologies that will soon disappear:
1. Landline phones- Cell phone plans with unlimited calling and text messaging quickly replaced the land lines that once occupied every home
2. Floppy disks- Flash drives and CDs are more compact and easily accessible and therefore, more popular. In fact, most newer computers don't even have a floppy disk drive.
3. Wrist watches- While watches can be fashionable, most cell phones and iPods can tell you the time and date.
4. VHS tapes and VCRs-Today people rely on DVDs, Blue Ray discs and even TiVo to supplement their entertainment needs.
5. Beepers-Most beepers took a hike when cell phones hit their peak.
6. Film cameras- Digital cameras have conveniently replaced film cameras due to the fact that you can view photos taken, upload them to your PC, and print them from your own home.
7. Typewriters- Laptops and computers are a much easier route to type a report, letter or compile data.
8. The Walkman and Discman- The introduction of MP3 Players and iPods in the early 2000's quickly decreased the sales and production of the Walkman and Discman
9. Dial-up internet- High speed, high speed, high speed
10. DVD's- This one actually surprised me but according to the article companies like Netflix are now sending movies right to your computer!
Resources:
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,515647,00.html
1. Landline phones- Cell phone plans with unlimited calling and text messaging quickly replaced the land lines that once occupied every home
2. Floppy disks- Flash drives and CDs are more compact and easily accessible and therefore, more popular. In fact, most newer computers don't even have a floppy disk drive.
3. Wrist watches- While watches can be fashionable, most cell phones and iPods can tell you the time and date.
4. VHS tapes and VCRs-Today people rely on DVDs, Blue Ray discs and even TiVo to supplement their entertainment needs.
5. Beepers-Most beepers took a hike when cell phones hit their peak.
6. Film cameras- Digital cameras have conveniently replaced film cameras due to the fact that you can view photos taken, upload them to your PC, and print them from your own home.
7. Typewriters- Laptops and computers are a much easier route to type a report, letter or compile data.
8. The Walkman and Discman- The introduction of MP3 Players and iPods in the early 2000's quickly decreased the sales and production of the Walkman and Discman
9. Dial-up internet- High speed, high speed, high speed
10. DVD's- This one actually surprised me but according to the article companies like Netflix are now sending movies right to your computer!
Resources:
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,515647,00.html
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