14 Machines That Were Brilliant in 1985

The thing about science and technology is that what’s cutting edge today is quickly replaced tomorrow. And that’s a good thing — constantly pushing the envelope to build better, more brilliant machines will power us into the future. To celebrate the next chapter in General Electric’s Brilliant Machines story, head back in time and see just how far we’ve come since 1985

Below, we’ve rounded up 14 brilliant machines from 1985.

1. Polaroid 600

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This instant-print camera was a classic in the ’80s — the distinctive square prints with white borders fueled instant gratification. The photos took approximately three minutes to develop, and some of the cameras had sonar autofocus and featured glass lenses, though most came equipped with plastic lenses and a fixed focus of four feet. The camera was bulky enough to require a two-hand snap, but despite its size, the Polaroid 600 etched itself into our collective nostalgia. Read more…

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