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Technological Timelines

Gizmodo Explores How Sony Has Changed Modern Media

— May 9, 2009 — Tech
Since 1946, Sony has progressively and periodically changed the way of the modern media.

It started in 1950 when Japan built the world’s first magnetic tape recorder (G-type) and Sony has traveled down this groundbreaking path for a span of 53 years.

The accumulation of this journey is products that have changed the way we watch movies (Blu-Ray, 2006), the way we play video games (PS3, 2007), and even the quality of all things in between (XEL-1 the world’s first OLED TV, 2007).

Sony has and continues to be a technological giant in the marketplace and in the media today. They also have an astounding history to back that up. See Gizmodo's Sony timeline in the gallery above.
Trend Themes
1. Changing Media Landscape - The progressive changes made by Sony over the years have shaped and transformed the media landscape, offering opportunities for innovative disruption.
2. Evolving Entertainment Technology - Sony's journey through technological advancements has revolutionized how we consume entertainment, presenting opportunities for disruptive innovation in the industry.
3. Enhanced Viewing Experience - Sony's history of developing cutting-edge products has greatly improved the quality and experience of watching movies and TV shows, paving the way for disruptive innovations in the media sector.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The evolution of Sony's products in consumer electronics presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the industry.
2. Gaming - Sony's contributions to the gaming industry have set the stage for disruptive innovations in gaming technology and experiences.
3. Television and Film - Sony's advancements in television and film technology have opened up possibilities for disruptive innovations in the industry, enhancing the viewing experience for audiences.
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