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Statement : Rank the following devices from oldest (1) to newest (4): connected watch, desktop computer, laptop computer and smartphone.
When did these different devices appear?
Digital technologies have evolved rapidly over the years. In this section, we'll look at when :
- The desktop computers
- The laptops
- The smartphones
- The connected watches
When did desktop computers first appear?
The desktop computers or "desktop” appeared in the 1970. It was a time when computers were just beginning to enter homes and small businesses.
| Year | Evolution/Usage |
|---|---|
| 1977 | Launch of the Apple II, one of the first personal computers. Release of the Commodore PET and TRS-80. |
| 1981 | Launch of the IBM PC, the benchmark for desktop computers. |
| 1985 | Appearance of Windows 1.0, which facilitates graphic use of the computer. |
| 1990s | Democratization of desktop computers in the home. |
| 2000s | Increased power: faster processors, USB, Internet connection. |
| Today | Desktops are still used for professional purposes. |
When did laptops first appear?
The laptops appeared in the early 1980. The aim was to create portable digital devices that could operate without being permanently plugged in.
| Year | Evolution/Usage |
|---|---|
| 1981 | Osborne 1 model: first portable digital device, small screen, not yet connected to the network. |
| 1983 | Beginning of professional models (Compaq portable), more compact. |
| 1990s | Improved portability, office use, video display, beginnings of local connection. |
| 2000s | Wi-Fi integration, USB port, Internet usage, services, video, e-mail, etc. |
| Today | High-definition, lightweight, multimedia use, Internet networking, videos, professional tools, services. |
When did smartphones first appear?
The smartphones are multifunctional digital devices. They have revolutionized the way we communicateto consume online services or browse the Internet network. The very first was designed in the early 1990.
| Year | Evolution/Usage |
|---|---|
| 1994 | IBM Simon brand: first digital smartphone with touchscreen, messaging and calendar functions, no Internet network yet. |
| 2000s | BlackBerry 5810: physical keyboard, e-mail, start of network connection. |
| 2007 | Apple iPhone (revolutionary model): large touch screen, web browsing, videos, connected services, applications. |
| 2009 | Samsung Galaxy: Android ecosystem, customization, various products for different uses. |
| Today | Various types of device: Samsung Galaxy S, iPhone, etc. High performance, 4K video, 5G networks, OLED screen, Internet services, synchronization with other devices. |
When did connected watches first appear?
The connected watches are the latest portable digital devices. They combine’classic watchmaking with digital services, the Internet connection, the health monitoring, of the short videos or some notifications.
These connected devices became truly democratized after the 2010. Their development has accelerated with the rise of smartphones, to which they are often linked.
| Year | Evolution/Usage |
|---|---|
| 1980s | Casio: first product with advanced functions (calculation, memo) without network connection. |
| 2013 | Samsung Galaxy Gear: first truly connected watch via Bluetooth, color screen, camera, notifications. |
| 2015 | Modern models with Apple Watch Series 1 and Android Wear. Smartphone integration, Internet services, health sensors, short video display. |
| 2018 - 2022 | Advanced connected device: GPS, 4G, calls, sports, daily use, voice assistant. |
| 2024 - 2025 | Recent top-of-the-range model with Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra: waterproof certification, khaki design, intensive use, connected services even without a phone. |
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Finally, the ranking on Pix must respect the chronological order of appearance of the devices. The desktop computer is the oldest and the connected watch is the newest. For more exercises on Pix, you can also read :
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