Technological developments and new discoveries have allowed the objects of our daily life to develop even more. New functions appear, often at the same time as new designs. This series of images presents a before and following of objects the most common which have greatly evolved. Click to start your time travel!
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Calculator
Calculators were called arithmometers and might add, subtract, divide and multiply numbers. The accuracy of the results did not depend on the machine, but on the accuracy of the person using it.
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Calculator
Calculators are now small and handy, and have more functions than in the past. Their appearance has changed as well.
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Lawn mower
Before, this device was the prerogative of the rich. The idea was born in Gloucestershire, an English region, in 1830.
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Lawn mower
These days they look totally different. They are more convenient and lightweight, easy to use and easy to use. They have also become affordable!
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Stroller
The four-wheeled stroller was popularized in the 19th century.
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Stroller
Strollers now come in all sizes and shapes. They are more practical, light and small.
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Television
The mass production of this device began between 1934 and 1935 in Germany. The wooden box cost the equivalent of around 5,800 euros.
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Television
They are now much more sophisticated and have more functions. They are also much more affordable.
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Iron
This object dates back to the Middle Ages, but its evolution began in the 20th century.
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Iron
Electric irons are softer and have temperature variators, as well as a reservoir capable of generating steam.
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Washer
At the beginning of the 20th century, this invention became popular. The addition of an electric motor is what allowed it to become more efficient. Mass production started around 1906.
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Washer
These days, they are ultra-sophisticated. They have many functions and can wash all types of clothes.
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Grille-pain
The first grille-pain electric originated in Britain in the 19th century and looked like the one shown in the picture.
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Grille-pain
They are increasingly sophisticated and modern. The basic design remains the same.
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Kettle
People have been boiling water for millennia, but the thing that most closely resembles a kettle dates back to the 19th century.
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Kettle
Kettles are undoubtedly one of the most developed devices.
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Drill
There was a time when drills depended entirely on the strength of men.
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Drill
Nowadays, all you need to do is press a button to make a hole in a wall.
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Shaver
The function of the razors has not changed, but their design has completely evolved.
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Shaver
Modern razors are far less dangerous and more affordable.
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Printer
Older printers were big, heavy, and looked quite different.
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Printer
Currently, we don’t even need a wired connection to print a document.
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Toilet
In the 16th century, wealthy families owned wooden chairs to which a container was attached. Flushing was implemented later.
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Toilet
Nowadays, we flush the toilet like a reflex.
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Phone
The telephone is an element that has changed a lot, especially in terms of size. They were heavy and attached to the wall.
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Phone
They are now practical, light and can be cordless. This everyday object is one of those that has seen the most changes.
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Vacuum
The first vacuum cleaner was invented in the United States in the 19th century.
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Vacuum
It is much more sophisticated and modern these days. It has many functions and even exists as a robot, which cleans the house autonomously.
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Camera
Traditional cameras are equipped with lenses and must have films.
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