Top 10 Gadgets of the Decade That Changed the Future of Technology

In the modern world of technology, humanity is provided with a huge selection of gadgets and various technologies, but like everything else, there are some: that people like more, even despite the release of more technologically advanced and latest models. Edition MC.Today has compiled a list of 10 favorite gadgets that people have preferred over the past decade.

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Apple iPhone 4 (2010)

The Apple iPhone 4 is the most iconic smartphone ever made.

What is so special about it? First of all, design. Compared to its predecessors, the iPhone 4 has an unusually thin body without sharp edges. He became the first phone in the form of a “sandwich” of glass panels and a metal frame. This solution is still used in many flagship smartphones.

It was in iPhone 4 that the company first used the proprietary Retina display and front-facing selfie camera, which set the standard for image quality for many years. Along with a smartphone, the company first presented its A4 microprocessor and an operating system called iOS.

Amazon Echo (2014)

A "talking" computer just had to appear, remember science fiction films like Star Trek. It was Amazon who first released the Echo speaker, which began the era of voice assistants.

An assistant named Alexa can not only tell the weather forecast or maintain a simple conversation, but also start the car, turn off the light, activate the alarm. In addition, she gradually learns to recognize human emotions by voice. Since 2016, Apple has sold over 100 million Alexa-enabled devices.

Apple Macbook Air (2013)

The first model of the MacBook Air, which became the benchmark for the laptop for years to come, was released back in 2010.

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She did not have a drive, but there was a 13,3-inch diagonal, two USB ports, a MagSafe connector and an SD card slot. And three years later, Apple added another missing puzzle: a powerful battery that worked for 13 hours without recharging. This performance is impressive even today.

Samsung Galaxy S6 (2015)

Although the Galaxy S8 became the most popular Samsung phone in the last ten years, the launch of the sixth model was a turning point in the company's history.

It was then that Samsung said goodbye to cheap plastic trim and ugly aesthetics. The company has proven that in the field of design it is quite capable of competing with Apple.

The Galaxy S6 was so successful that it determined the look of almost all Samsung products until the end of the decade. Its features can be seen even in the Galaxy S10 and Note 10, released in 2019.

Tesla Model S (2012)

The Tesla Model S sedan was not the first electric car in history, but the fashion for eco-friendly transport began with it. For Tesla itself, the appearance of this car was an event that opened the way for her from a niche automotive industry to the “big league”. And the name Ilona Mask became a household name.

It was the success of the expensive model (from $ 75 thousand) that ultimately made possible the release of the more popular and affordable Tesla Model 3 (about $ 35 thousand).

Apple AirPods (2016)

Apple introduced AirPods to the world the very day it introduced the iPhone 7 without a wired headphone jack. Apple AirPods quickly gained popularity not only due to the clear and high-quality sound, but also by the convenient connection with the phone.

Later, the company gave the headphones wireless charging, and more recently, an improved anatomical shape and noise reduction. Although companies like Jabra and Sony have created many worthy competitors over the past couple of years, AirPods are still indispensable for iPhone users.

Apple Watch Series 3 (2017)

After the death of Steve Jobs, Apple's profit continued to grow, but the company did not please fans for a long time with the release of a truly interesting product.

The first version of Apple's smart watches was released in 2015, but only the third generation of the gadget has received recognition among users. At this point, the company focused on health issues - tracking the rhythm of breathing and heartbeat, controlling the menstrual cycle and diet.

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Now, according to The Verge journalist Dieter Bonn, the Apple Watch Series 3 is “the best thing to put on your wrist.”

Microsoft Surface PRO 3 (2014)

"This is a tablet that can replace your laptop," - so the company advertised its brainchild on the eve of release. In the third generation, Surface solved the main problem of its predecessors - low hardware performance.

In addition, the model received a convenient adjustable stand, an enlarged display with an aspect ratio of 3: 2, and a reliable Type Cover keyboard.

Sony Playstation 4 (2013)

Now we can already say that in terms of power, accessibility and variety of games, the PlayStation 4 outperformed all competitors and became a console in decades. The exclusive games The Last of Us, God of War, Uncharted 4, Persona 5, and Death Stranding have become iconic for an entire generation.

Google Pixel 2 (2017)

After the failure of the Nexus line, Google made another attempt to conquer the smartphone market - and this time did not fail. Google Pixel 2 has gained popularity thanks to the support of augmented reality.

In addition, with this model, Google has pushed the boundaries of smartphone camera capabilities and paved the way for features such as night vision and super detailed zoom with Super Res Zoom.

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