These Fascinating Facts about the ’90s Really Make Us Look at That Decade Differently

When we look back at the ’90s now, it’s hard not to feel nostalgic and remind ourselves why we loved that decade so much. As we get older, it’s harder to understand how something that seemed so innocent could become such a controversial time period. It’s hard to believe that it’s been a full decade since the “90s” ended (although some people might argue that the 2000s weren’t really all that different). Today, we’ll be taking a look at some of the most fascinating facts about this legendary decade.

The World Wide Web Was Invented in 1990:

The World Wide Web was invented in 1990, changing the way we communicate and access information forever. The World Wide Web (also known as WWW or simply the web) is a system of interlinked hypertext documents accessed via the Internet. It was developed by British computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee while he was working at CERN, the European particle physics laboratory.

The web revolutionized how people interact with each other and access information, allowing anyone with an Internet connection to quickly and easily find information on almost any topic imaginable. Since its inception, the web has grown in leaps and bounds, with new technology and websites emerging constantly. In recent years, social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube have become immensely popular and revolutionized how people connect with each other online. 

Since its invention in 1990, the World Wide Web has had a profound impact on our lives, from how we find and share information to how we stay connected with friends and family. As the web continues to evolve and grow, it’s exciting to think about all the possibilities that lie ahead for this revolutionary technology.

Seinfeld was the Most Expensive TV Show of the ’90s:

When the show Seinfeld premiered in 1989, it quickly became one of the most popular shows of the decade. While the show’s success was unprecedented, so was its budget. During its nine season run, Seinfeld was the most expensive TV show of the ‘90s. The cost of a single episode could go up to $1 million.

The cost of production was so high because the creators insisted on shooting on film rather than videotape, and employed over a hundred people for each episode. Jerry Seinfeld himself received $1 million per episode in the final two seasons of the show.

In spite of its high cost, Seinfeld was a massive success. It was a top ten show for almost its entire run and won numerous awards, including 10 Emmy Awards and 8 Golden Globe Awards. Today, it is considered one of the greatest television sitcoms of all time and its cultural impact has been felt far beyond the ‘90s.

The First Text Message Was Sent in 1992:

The history of text messaging began in 1992 when the very first text message was sent. On December 3, 1992, Neil Papworth, a British software engineer, sent the first SMS message to a colleague at Vodafone, the UK’s largest telecommunications provider. The text read “Merry Christmas” and was sent from Papworth’s computer to the phone of Richard Jarvis.

Text messaging quickly grew in popularity as cell phones became increasingly common throughout the 1990s. By 1998, over one billion text messages were sent every month. Today, this figure has grown to over eight trillion per month!

Text messages have become a vital part of our communication today. The ability to quickly and conveniently send messages to family, friends, and colleagues has revolutionized how we communicate with one another. We can now quickly send a brief text message and receive a response in an instant, allowing us to stay connected no matter where we are.

The Tamagotchi Pet Was Invented in 1996:

The Tamagotchi pet was first released in Japan in 1996, before becoming a worldwide phenomenon. The digital pet was created by Aki Maita and released by Bandai. It was a hand-held virtual pet that required constant care and attention to keep it alive.

Players had to take on the role of being a virtual pet parents, which meant they had to feed, clean up after, play with, and even discipline their digital pet. Players were rewarded with points for successfully caring for their pets and could even unlock additional virtual pets as they progressed.

Tamagotchi was one of the first virtual pets of its kind and quickly grew in popularity. Millions of people around the world found enjoyment in taking care of their own little digital pets. It became such a cultural phenomenon that it spawned a wide variety of accessories, toys, and games related to it.

Tamagotchi was an amazing piece of technology for its time and a unique experience for those who cared for it. Even to this day, the Tamagotchi is still fondly remembered as one of the most iconic toys of the ’90s.

The First DVD Was Released in 1997:

The dawn of the DVD age came in 1997 when the first commercially available DVD was released in Japan. While the format had been introduced earlier that year, it wasn’t until 1997 that the technology was ready for public consumption. The initial DVD release included a range of movies from major studios like Warner Bros., Universal Pictures, and Columbia Pictures.

The introduction of DVDs changed the way people watched movies and marked a major turning point in home entertainment. The new format offered superior picture and sound quality to VHS tapes, with DVDs having a much higher resolution than their predecessors. In addition to this, the discs themselves were smaller, more durable, and could store much more information.

For movie lovers, the release of DVD ushered in a new era of convenience and control. Not only could viewers enjoy the pristine pictures and sound quality, they could also access special features such as the director’s commentaries, deleted scenes, and alternative endings. This gave audiences unprecedented access to the filmmaking process and put them in control of their own viewing experience.

Since its initial release in 1997, DVD has become the standard for home entertainment. With the recent introduction of Blu-ray technology, DVD is beginning to be phased out but it will still remain a major part of the home video landscape for some time. Its introduction has had a lasting impact on the way we watch movies and has allowed for new and exciting possibilities in the entertainment industry.