Each of these items became an event. It seemed to many that they would determine the face of the future, at least for decades to come. But not so many years have passed – and no one will remember the former supermodel novelties now. Although-let's try it anyway!
Televisions with a built-in video recorder.
Batteries that show how much energy is still left in them.
MP3 players.
Electronics in transparent cases.
An electronic alarm clock with a radio receiver.
Laptops with a mini-joystick instead of a mouse.
Portable portable DVD player.
Movies on an iPod with a 2-inch screen.
Video DVD rental from Netflix.
A watch with luminous fluorescent dials.
Portable CD player with anti-shake protection.
A CD player with several discs.
Robot toys.
The phone is in the car.
Pagers.
Speakers integrated into the monitor.
Huge, but not flat-screen TVs with large screens.
A DVD player or VCR in the car.
An iPhone app that allowed you to arrange a prank with fake beer.