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Stewart Wolpin

Stewart Wolpin

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Technology
Tape recording was introduced 70 years ago todayTape recording was introduced 70 years ago today
Technology

A case of insomnia led to the introduction of tape recording — and, by extension, the entire home media business.

By Stewart Wolpin
Technology
Happy 125th Birthday, David Sarnoff (David Who?)Happy 125th Birthday, David Sarnoff (David Who?)
Technology

The radio-and-television pioneer essentially created the consumer technology business.

By Stewart Wolpin
Technology
Happy Birthday, Thomas Edison (Nikola Tesla Fans Exempted)Happy Birthday, Thomas Edison (Nikola Tesla Fans Exempted)
Technology

It’s no wonder that the light bulb remains the universal symbol for a bright idea.

By Stewart Wolpin
Technology
Smart LED Lights -- Not the Brightest Bulbs Yet, but Getting SmarterSmart LED Lights -- Not the Brightest Bulbs Yet, but Getting Smarter
Technology

The oldest electronic technology has remained largely unchanged for more than 130 years.

By Stewart Wolpin