James Gingerich

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Analyst/curator; robotics, automation, manufacturing, and enterprise tech

New Tech Streamlines Road Repair and Construction
SocialMay 1, 2026

New Tech Streamlines Road Repair and Construction

#Innovation and new equipment makes road repair and road construction easier and more efficient. (GiGadgets) #Technology https://t.co/rHEGV9DjQT

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Indian State Outproduces Denmark, Sweden in Wind Energy
SocialMay 1, 2026

Indian State Outproduces Denmark, Sweden in Wind Energy

This Indian state produces more #Wind #Energy than Denmark or Sweden. (World Economic Forum) https://t.co/jFwFjbHDrA

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Tesla’s 1888 Rotating‑Field Motor Powers Modern AC
SocialMay 1, 2026

Tesla’s 1888 Rotating‑Field Motor Powers Modern AC

#ThisDayInTechHistory. May 1, 1888. Nikola Tesla patented the rotating field motor. The invention helps create and transmit AC power and today is still a method for generating and distributing AC power. (Science Engineering Technology Simplified) https://t.co/RAJFGMFxRf

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Apple’s 2010 Siri Acquisition Reshaped Voice AI
SocialApr 28, 2026

Apple’s 2010 Siri Acquisition Reshaped Voice AI

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 28, 2010. Apple acquires Siri from SRI International. #Computer #Software #History #Technology #Takeover https://t.co/bQVT0RlZ8E

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April 27, 1981: Birth of the Computer Mouse
SocialApr 28, 2026

April 27, 1981: Birth of the Computer Mouse

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 27, 1981. The Humble Computer Mouse was born. (Digital Trends) #Technology https://t.co/a1AJSq3t1V https://t.co/nCVtWJeQwT

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AOL Offloads ICQ to DST for $187.5 M
SocialApr 28, 2026

AOL Offloads ICQ to DST for $187.5 M

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 28, 2010. AOL sold ICQ to Digital Sky Technologies, headed by Alisher Usmanov, for $187.5 million. #Internet #History https://t.co/CM6z9sFzeo

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Figure Robot CEO and Bot Debut on 60 Minutes
SocialApr 28, 2026

Figure Robot CEO and Bot Debut on 60 Minutes

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 28, 2024. CEO of @Figure_robot @adcock_brett and one of his #Robots are introduced on 60 Minutes. (CBS) #Robotics https://t.co/EO5jYbLkdV

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Apple Debuts iTunes Store with U2’s “Vertigo”
SocialApr 28, 2026

Apple Debuts iTunes Store with U2’s “Vertigo”

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 28, 2003. Apple launched the iTunes Music Store. It coincided with a colorful commercial featuring U2 and their new song Vertigo. #Internet #History https://t.co/lKoRiMSQUD

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Star Fox 64 Launched in Japan, April 27, 1997
SocialApr 28, 2026

Star Fox 64 Launched in Japan, April 27, 1997

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 27, 1997. Star Fox 64 was released in Japan. #Gaming #Technology #History https://t.co/mPMYW29wSC

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Chernobyl Disaster: 1986 ABC News Report Highlights
SocialApr 26, 2026

Chernobyl Disaster: 1986 ABC News Report Highlights

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 26, 1986. The Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster. This News Report is From April 28, 1986. (ABC News) https://t.co/9fVXnVwrwE

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1999’s CIH Virus First to Attack PC BIOS
SocialApr 26, 2026

1999’s CIH Virus First to Attack PC BIOS

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 26, 1999. The first known virus to target the flash BIOS of a PC, the CIH/Chernobyl Virus triggers its payload on this day, erasing hard drives and disabling PCs primarily in Asia and Europe. https://t.co/urNvbAJTbh

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Apple II Debuted 1977, Stayed in Production Until 1993
SocialApr 26, 2026

Apple II Debuted 1977, Stayed in Production Until 1993

#WaybackWeekend. April 16, 1977. The Apple ][ was first introduced. Over the next 11 years several new models within the Apple ][ product family would be released. The last manufactured Apple ][ e ceased in November...

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GDPR Enacted 2016, Compliance Deadline Passed 2018
SocialApr 26, 2026

GDPR Enacted 2016, Compliance Deadline Passed 2018

#WaybackWeekend. April 14, 2016. #GDPR was first enacted. Any individual or business that handles personal data had until May 28, 2018, to begin following the GDPR rules. #Data #Privacy https://t.co/B68gph1gYn

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Alone Time Is Essential for Healthy Living
SocialApr 26, 2026

Alone Time Is Essential for Healthy Living

I think it's very healthy to spend time alone. #OscarWilde #Quotes #SaturdayMotivation #SaturdayThoughts #WeekendWisdom https://t.co/vx3KSIPSDq

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True Credit Belongs to Those Who Step Into the Arena
SocialApr 26, 2026

True Credit Belongs to Those Who Step Into the Arena

The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena. #TheodoreRoosevelt #Quotes #SaturdayMotivation #SaturdayThoughts #WeekendWisdom https://t.co/hSRkvRUpYI

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HP Enterprise Powers Poland's Fastest Supercomputer
SocialApr 26, 2026

HP Enterprise Powers Poland's Fastest Supercomputer

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 25, 2024. Hewlett Packard Enterprise announced that it built a new supercomputer for the Academic Computer Centre Cyfronet of the AGH University of Krakow, making it Poland’s fastest system. (Mike Kalil) https://t.co/C38Ok6eib4

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Elon Musk's $44 B Deal to Acquire Twitter Finalized
SocialApr 26, 2026

Elon Musk's $44 B Deal to Acquire Twitter Finalized

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 25, 2022. Elon Musk's $44 billion offer for Twitter was accepted. (ABC News) #SocialMedia #Internet #History @ElonMusk https://t.co/y1BdWvkC1e

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Yacht Runs on Plastic Waste, Cutting Fuel Costs
SocialApr 25, 2026

Yacht Runs on Plastic Waste, Cutting Fuel Costs

#WhatsNext? A Yacht that is powered by plastic waste. What a way to clean up your fuel bill and the #Environment. (Digital Trends) #Innovation https://t.co/MNdVYH9bG5

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Robots Now Harvest Agricultural Microclimate Data
SocialApr 25, 2026

Robots Now Harvest Agricultural Microclimate Data

#WhosNext? Agricutural #Data collectors and analysts. #Robots can do that now. Various types of sensors can be used to detect microclimates on the premises or within the facility. (New China) #AgTech #Robotics https://t.co/EpgpvnZXcJ

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Hubble Telescope Launched Into Space on April 24, 1990
SocialApr 25, 2026

Hubble Telescope Launched Into Space on April 24, 1990

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 24, 1990. The Hubble Telescope gets launched into space. (WJZ) #Space #History https://t.co/hOfa5LGz4b

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One Operator Lifts Crew‑Level Loads with Sarcos Guardian GT
SocialApr 25, 2026

One Operator Lifts Crew‑Level Loads with Sarcos Guardian GT

#WhosNext? #Construction crew workers? WIth the Raytheon Sarcos Guardian GT - Big Arm one man can lift as much as a whole crew. (Tech Insider) #Robotics #Cobots https://t.co/F5PlDR00Af

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Robotic Guard Patrols with Facial Recognition for Access Control
SocialApr 25, 2026

Robotic Guard Patrols with Facial Recognition for Access Control

#WhosNext? Security guards? This #Robot does rounds, captures video andis equipped with #FacialRecogntion software to determine whether folks are authorized to be in the area. (Tech Insider) #Robotics https://t.co/a3nsqE9N7L

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Robots Turning Cheese Blocks Threaten Traditional Cheesemakers
SocialApr 24, 2026

Robots Turning Cheese Blocks Threaten Traditional Cheesemakers

#WhosNext? Cheese Turners? As cheese blocks age they need to be turned regularly to ensure uniform aging of the product. Now that is something that robots can do quite effectively. Does this mean more 'Kraft'smen...

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Apple IIc Launched in 1984 for Under $1300
SocialApr 24, 2026

Apple IIc Launched in 1984 for Under $1300

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 24, 1984. The Apple IIc is introduced with this new commercial and a neat new price ofunder $1,300. https://t.co/KnGoUtXbBR

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Always Have a Backup Plan for Smart Home Tech
SocialApr 24, 2026

Always Have a Backup Plan for Smart Home Tech

#WhatsNext? Smart homes? As with any new #Technology, you always need to have a backup plan because you just never know... https://t.co/0peMouvmgC

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Smartphone Turns Into Food Spiciness Meter
SocialApr 24, 2026

Smartphone Turns Into Food Spiciness Meter

#WhatsNext? Now you can measure the spiciness of your food with your smartphone. (Digital Trends) #Mobile #Technology #IoT #Sensors https://t.co/khRaMpaPRH

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Woz Reflects on Millionth Gold Apple II Milestone
SocialApr 24, 2026

Woz Reflects on Millionth Gold Apple II Milestone

#ThrowbackThursday. April 16, 1977. The Apple ][ was first introduced. A young Steve Wozniak recounting the one millionth Apple ][ computer which was gold. https://t.co/2UDZdSE186

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1977 West Coast Computer Faire: Apple’s Debut Captured
SocialApr 23, 2026

1977 West Coast Computer Faire: Apple’s Debut Captured

#ThrowbackThursday. April 16, 1977. The First West Coast Computer Faire in San Francisco's Brooks Civic Auditorium was held. The Apple Computer was released. This footage is the movie version from 'Pirates of Silicon Valley'. https://t.co/CEnRkUQd8U

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Sony's 2011 Breach Exposed 77 Million PlayStation Accounts
SocialApr 23, 2026

Sony's 2011 Breach Exposed 77 Million PlayStation Accounts

#ThrowbackThursday. April 17, 2011. Sony began to notice its users about an attack that later disclosed to have compromised around 77 million of its PlayStation accounts. (CBS) https://t.co/iqjhF3SGSx

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Sinclair ZX Spectrum Launched, Sparking UK Home Computing Boom
SocialApr 23, 2026

Sinclair ZX Spectrum Launched, Sparking UK Home Computing Boom

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 23, 1982. The Sinclair ZX Spectrum computer was released in the UK. https://t.co/JbZxpol1M5

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AI Earbuds Deliver Real-Time Translation for Travelers
SocialApr 23, 2026

AI Earbuds Deliver Real-Time Translation for Travelers

#WhatsNext? International travel made easy thanks to instant translations directly into your ear through a high tech combo of #AI and ear buds. (Mashable) https://t.co/cYgaGbETkD

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KFC Rumored to Launch Finger-Licking Gaming Console
SocialApr 9, 2026

KFC Rumored to Launch Finger-Licking Gaming Console

#WhatsNext? #KFC entering the game console market? Let me guess, it comes with a keyboard that's finger licking good? (Cheddar Gadgets) #Gaming #Technology https://t.co/LaoGBL2DG5

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Amphibious Homes Offer Flood‑Proof Living Solutions
SocialApr 9, 2026

Amphibious Homes Offer Flood‑Proof Living Solutions

#WhatsNext? This amphbious house could be the perfect solution for flood plains and coastal areas subject to frequent flooding. (GiGadgets) #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/TJPMfZNhSY

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Middle Managers Vanish, Player‑Coaches Take Over
SocialApr 9, 2026

Middle Managers Vanish, Player‑Coaches Take Over

Goodbye, middle managers. Hello, 'player-coaches' and 'org leads.' (Business Insider) #FutureOfWork #AI #JVGpost https://t.co/jYFhl97RTY https://t.co/zo15RooYxa

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Earthquake‑ and Hurricane‑Proof Micro Home with AI & Solar
SocialApr 8, 2026

Earthquake‑ and Hurricane‑Proof Micro Home with AI & Solar

#WhatsNext? This micro home is earthquake and hurricane proof. Comes with an #AI assistant and solar panel if you wish. (GigGadgets) #Innovation https://t.co/1a2sJDwbku

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Next‑Gen Mask Promises 50× Protection Over N95
SocialApr 8, 2026

Next‑Gen Mask Promises 50× Protection Over N95

#WhatsNext? This mask could replace the traditional N95. Claims to provide 50X the protection of current masks. (GiGadgets) #Innovation #HealthTech https://t.co/IjU2xp2eW8

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Pocket‑sized Waterproof Backpack Expands for Massive Storage
SocialApr 8, 2026

Pocket‑sized Waterproof Backpack Expands for Massive Storage

#WhatsNext? Waterproof backpack that can store a lot of stuff and when empty can be carried in your pocket. (GiGadgets) #Innovation https://t.co/dcFuYxjbnF

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New Bath Tub Eliminates Lifts and Discomfort in Care Settings
SocialApr 8, 2026

New Bath Tub Eliminates Lifts and Discomfort in Care Settings

#WhatsNext? Bath tub #Innovation takes the lifting and patient discomfort out of the bathing process at retirement homes and hospitals. (GiGadgets) #HeatlhTech https://t.co/aeuSly4tb2

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Digital Body Suit Eliminates Online Clothing Size Mistakes
SocialApr 8, 2026

Digital Body Suit Eliminates Online Clothing Size Mistakes

#WhatsNext? An end to online clothing shopping errors or misfits? This fashion #Innovation or digital body suit can take sizing mistakes out of the online shopping equation. (Cheddar Gadgets) #Retail https://t.co/8L4KxNSbqb

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IBM Unveils System/360, Reshaping Computing Forever
SocialApr 8, 2026

IBM Unveils System/360, Reshaping Computing Forever

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 7, 1964. The IBM System/360 is announced. (Computer History Archives Project) #Computer #History https://t.co/UW6laIvGpi

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Elon Musk Debuts Tesla Cyber Rodeo at Austin Gigafactory
SocialApr 8, 2026

Elon Musk Debuts Tesla Cyber Rodeo at Austin Gigafactory

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 7, 2022. @ElonMusk makes a grand entrance @Tesla's 'Cyber Rodeo' held at the Austin Gigafactory plant opening. #AutoIndustry #AutomobileIndustry #Manufacturing https://t.co/mBB1kgi2ns

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Hinton Unveils Forward-Forward Algorithm in Nobel Lecture
SocialApr 8, 2026

Hinton Unveils Forward-Forward Algorithm in Nobel Lecture

#TechTuesday. December 8, 2024. Geoffrey Hinton delivered his Nobel Prize lecture on #AI and the future titled 'The Forward Forward Algorithm'. #JVGpost https://t.co/R5CtrgkpJ0

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Silicon Valley Debuted on HBO on April 6, 2014
SocialApr 7, 2026

Silicon Valley Debuted on HBO on April 6, 2014

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 6, 2014. HBO's Silicon Valley comedy series created by Mike Judge first airs. (HBO) https://t.co/fPOgHPyzNh

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Micro Focus Finalizes Novell Acquisition, Shaping Enterprise Software
SocialApr 7, 2026

Micro Focus Finalizes Novell Acquisition, Shaping Enterprise Software

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 6, 2015. Micro Focus completed its acquisition of Novell. #Computer #Network #Software #History https://t.co/Gv9Ivw33YE

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Open Text Shares Slip Below S&P Support Level
SocialApr 5, 2026

Open Text Shares Slip Below S&P Support Level

Open Text, OTEX Shares Face Pressure Below S&P Composite Index Support. (Kalkine Media) #Technology #Stocks #Valuations #JVGpost https://t.co/aelZ7lprPc https://t.co/FpWy9WsDuz

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Letterman's Late Night Pioneers Dolby Stereo on TV
SocialApr 5, 2026

Letterman's Late Night Pioneers Dolby Stereo on TV

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 5, 1989. Late Night with David Letterman becomes the first network television show to use the Dolby Stereo sound format. https://t.co/a4t0qKDrcU

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Nyan Cat Debuted on YouTube on April 5, 2011
SocialApr 5, 2026

Nyan Cat Debuted on YouTube on April 5, 2011

#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 5, 2011. The original Nyan Cat video was uploaded to YouTube. #Internet #History #JVGpost https://t.co/S2mPrlAk0h

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Kobe's 1998 N64 Debut: NBA Courtside Launch
SocialApr 5, 2026

Kobe's 1998 N64 Debut: NBA Courtside Launch

#WaybackWeekend. April 1, 1998. @NBA Courtside featuring Kobe Bryant is released on Nintendo 64. #Gaming #Technology #History https://t.co/yHQCrYQmW2

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Steve Jobs Returns: IPad Marks First True Tablet
SocialApr 5, 2026

Steve Jobs Returns: IPad Marks First True Tablet

#WaybackWeekend. April 1, 2010. No April Fool's joke. Time's lead article this issue entitled, 'Inside Steve's Pad', questionned 'Can Steve Jobs do it again?' This time with the iPad, the first touchscreen and tablet computer of...

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