On This Day: June 25, 1980 – The Sony Walkman Goes on Sale in the United States

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On This Day: June 25, 1980 – The Sony Walkman Goes on Sale in the United States.

On this day June 25, 1980, the Sony Walkman went on sale in the United States for 200 dollars, changing the way people listened to music forever. Originally released in Japan the year before, the compact cassette player allowed users to take their favorite songs on the go, complete with lightweight headphones and personal control over what they listened to.

The Walkman quickly became a cultural phenomenon, especially among teens and young adults who embraced its portability and style. It...
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