First release of Walkman | Techday, July 1st
On this TECHDAY in history, on July 1st 1979, Sony released the first Walkman. The first portable cassette player derived from a Sony journalist’s cassette recorder. The modification was by removing the recording circuit and loudspeaker, and replacing them with the stereo amplifier. This prototype originated from an idea by Sony co-founder Akio Morita, who wanted a portable music device for his overseas airplane travels.
The Walkman was an instant success, and it quickly became a cultural icon. It was the first portable music player that allowed people to take their music with them wherever they went. This was a game changer for the music industry, as it made it possible for people to listen to music while they were on the move, whether they were walking, running, or working out. The Walkman also made it possible for people to listen to music on airplanes, trains, and buses, which was a major step forward in terms of portable music.
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