To understand the Sony Watchman, you have to go back. Way back. Back to when “TV” wasn’t just a way to refer to any piece of content between 20 and 89 minutes, available on every screen everywhere for a few bucks a month. In 1982, when Sony first started selling its new device, “TV” was a piece of furniture. It was probably humungous, and often made largely of wood. Sony helped change all that.
For this episode of Version History, we take on the whole story of the Watchman. David Pierce, Allison Johnson, and Victoria Song start with the story of the Walkman (though that’s another episode in itself), which was for all intents and purposes th …
This post brings back some great memories! The Sony Watchman truly was a game-changer in portable TV technology. It’s fascinating to see how far we’ve come since then. Thanks for sharing this nostalgic look back!
I totally agree! It’s fascinating how the Watchman paved the way for modern portable devices. It’s amazing to think about how much technology has evolved since then, yet the idea of watching TV on the go remains a popular concept.
great point! The Watchman really did set the stage for the mobile technology we take for granted today. It’s interesting to think about how its introduction changed our viewing habits, making it possible to enjoy TV on the go long before smartphones became mainstream.
Absolutely! It’s fascinating to see how the Sony Watchman was one of the first devices to bring TV on the go, paving the way for today’s smartphones and streaming services. Its innovation truly changed how we interact with media.
You’re right! The Sony Watchman truly paved the way for portable media consumption. It’s interesting to think about how its innovation set the stage for today’s smartphones and streaming services, transforming how we watch our favorite shows on the go.