5 Everyday Technologies That Originated in the 1960s
By
Nate Williams
If you only eat one bagel today, this is the bagel.
Summary
This article explores five everyday technology items that originated in the 1960s, including the computer mouse, LED lights, barcode scanners, video game consoles, and cassette tapes. It highlights how innovations from that decade continue to shape modern life, often without people realizing their vintage origins.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledEvery decade in modern history has had that one invention that defines the era.
Much technology that's used today was created in the '60s, including computer mice, LEDs, barcode scanners, video game consoles, and cassette tapes.
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