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obituary1 year ago

Elwood Edwards, Iconic AOL 'You've Got Mail' Voice, Passes at 74

Elwood Edwards, the iconic voice behind AOL's "You've got mail" alert, passed away at 74 after a long illness. Edwards, who recorded the famous phrase in 1989, became a defining sound of the early internet era. His voice, recorded on a cassette for $200, introduced many to email and made AOL feel more welcoming. Edwards later worked at WKYC Studios in Cleveland and retired in 2016. His voice continued to appear in media, including the film "You've Got Mail."

via NPR|
#aol#elwoodedwards#internethistory
technology1 year ago

ICQ Shuts Down After Nearly 30 Years

ICQ, the pioneering messaging service that launched in 1996, will shut down next month after nearly 30 years of operation. The platform, which was instrumental in early online communication, has seen a significant decline in usage over the years. Many users fondly remember their experiences and the friendships they made through ICQ, despite not having used the service for years. The shutdown marks the end of an era for one of the internet's earliest social tools.

via Slashdot|
#icq#internethistory#messaging
technology-culture2 years ago

"Old Computer Photo Sparks Millennial Nostalgia Wave"

A photo of an old computer setup went viral, triggering nostalgia among millennials for a time when internet access was limited to a specific location and not omnipresent. The image and subsequent discussions highlighted how the internet was once a deliberate destination rather than an all-encompassing aspect of daily life. The conversation extended to the impact of constant connectivity on current generations and the potential benefits of a digital detox, as evidenced by a study showing mixed effects on mood when reducing social media use. The viral moment has sparked a broader reflection on the evolution of internet usage and its effects on society.

via Business Insider|
##digitaldetox#internethistory