History
16 articlesThe latest tech news, updates, and in-depth coverage about History — curated by the Blip Tech team.
Lost to Time: The Heartbreaking Fate of Nintendo's Iconic Star Fox Puppets
The legendary physical puppets that defined the face of the original 1993 Star Fox have officially met a tragic end.
Tim Cook Confronts the Ghost of Maps Past: 'My First Big Mistake' as CEO
In a rare moment of vulnerability, Apple's longtime leader identifies the 2012 navigational disaster as his inaugural leadership failure.
Buick's Bold Boost: How Two Sleeper Coupes Dominated the 1978 Turbo Scene
In a year where turbochargers were a rare luxury, Buick unexpectedly claimed half the global market with its pair of boosted performance icons.
Pontiac's Super Bowl Gamble: The Forbidden Feature That Never Made It to the Road
A daring marketing move for a controversial car feature led to a swift executive shutdown that left car enthusiasts wondering what could have been.
The Ring's Best-Kept Secret: Rare Punch-Out!! Prototype ROM Finally Leaks Online
A legendary piece of 8-bit history has been unearthed as a long-lost development build of Punch-Out!! makes its way into the hands of preservationists.
Decoding the Logic Behind Porsche's Iconic Three-Digit Numerology
Go beyond the 911 to discover the hidden sequential history of Porsche's legendary numbering system.
Half a Century of Innovation: Celebrate Apple’s 50th Anniversary with Custom Wallpapers
Give your favorite devices a commemorative glow-up with these exclusive designs celebrating five decades of tech history.
The Smartphone Gamble: How Apple Risked Everything to Build the iPhone
Discover the untold story of the engineering marvel that forced Apple to choose between its past success and an uncertain mobile future.
The Unlikely Strategy Behind Pokemon FireRed: Designing for Seniors and New Players
A long-hidden interview reveals how Game Freak pivoted its design strategy to welcome a much broader audience into the Kanto region.
The Secret 1960s Porsche 911 With Four Doors That Porsche Refused To Build
Before the Panamera was even a thought, a determined Texas dealer took matters into his own hands to create the world's most unlikely four-door sports sedan.
Step Into the Time Capsule: The Iconic Vibe of 1973 Captured in 35 Frames
Travel back to a world of wood-paneled station wagons and wide-collared shirts where every moment felt bathed in a warm, analog sunset.
Unlock Your Past: Google App Streamlines Access to AI Conversations
Navigating your previous AI interactions just got significantly easier as Google integrates a dedicated history shortcut directly into its core Android experience.
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