10 Simple Inventions That Changed the World

Invented in Mesopotamia around 3500 BCE, the wheel revolutionized transportation and became a fundamental tool in human progress.

The Wheel

Invented in the 15th century by Johannes Gutenberg, the printing press made mass production of written materials possible, leading to an increase in literacy and the spread of knowledge.

The Printing Press

Invented by Thomas Edison in 1879, the light bulb made electricity available for lighting homes, workplaces, and streets, transforming modern life.

The Light Bulb

Invented by Alexander Graham Bell in 1876, the telephone allowed people to communicate over long distances and revolutionized global communication.

The Telephone

Invented in 1913 by Fred W. Wolf, the refrigerator allowed people to store food for longer periods of time, reducing waste and improving health.

The Refrigerator

Invented in the 1920s, the television revolutionized entertainment, news, and advertising, becoming an essential part of modern life.

The Television

Invented in the 20th century, the computer revolutionized the way people work, communicate, and process information.

The Computer

Developed in the late 20th century, the internet transformed communication, information sharing, and commerce, creating a global interconnected network of people and businesses.

The Internet

Invented in the 1970s, the GPS revolutionized navigation, making it easier and more precise to locate people and places.

The GPS

Invented in the early 21st century, the smartphone revolutionized communication, entertainment, and commerce, becoming an indispensable tool for modern life.

The Smartphone

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