Elwood Edwards, Iconic Voice of 'You've Got Mail,' Passes Away at 74
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The article reflects on the nostalgic experience of early internet use in the 1990s, particularly through AOL and its iconic "you've got mail" notification voiced by Elwood Edwards, who recently passed away at 74. It contrasts the planned, limited online experiences of the past with today's constant connectivity, highlighting a sense of loss for when going online was a distinct event rather than an omnipresent reality.
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- Elwood Edwards, Voice of AOL’s ‘You’ve Got Mail!’ Alert, Dies at 74 The New York Times
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