apr 13, 1949 - AT&T first rigner and handset combo AT&T introduces the Model 500 telephone, the first that combines a ringer and handset. It's very similar to the classic black rotary phone, but now there was an adjustable volume and later a variety of colors. With this advancement opened the door for new technology that would becomes a cultural icon.
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apr 13, 1949
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~ 75 years ago
