Silicon Valley Collection

IBM 5110 and Omnibot 2000 robot, holding a packet of crisps, on display at the Computer History Museum, USA. The IBM (International Business Machines) 5110 was released in 1975 for $14, 000

Xerox Alto computer, at the Computer History Museum, USA. Developed by Xerox in 1972 as a research computer, they cost $32, 000 each. Its monitor was designed to display a whole page of text

Fremont California US City Street Map
Vector Illustration of a City Street Map of Fremont, California, USA. Scale 1:60, 000. All source data is in the public domain. U.S

Menlo Park California US City Street Map
Vector Illustration of a City Street Map of Menlo Park, California, USA. Scale 1:60, 000. All source data is in the public domain. U.S

Sunnyvale California US City Street Map
Vector Illustration of a City Street Map of Sunnyvale, California, USA. Scale 1:60, 000. All source data is in the public domain. U.S

San Mateo California US City Street Map
Vector Illustration of a City Street Map of San Mateo, California, USA. Scale 1:60, 000. All source data is in the public domain. U.S

DEC PDP-1 computer, on display at the Computer History Museum, USA, with take-away food and drink. Developed by DEC (Digital Equipment Corporation) in 1960, this 18-bit computer cost $120, 000

Heathkit H-1 analog computer
Heathkit H-1 home-build computer, on display at the Computer History Museum, USA. The H-1 was the first home-build computer, it was an analogue computer, which used valves (across upper centre)

Hoover Tower on the Stanford University campus in Palo Alto, California, USA

Home-made 8080 computer

Johnniac computer

Selectron computer tubes
Selectron tubes. Computer information storage tubes (valves) on the Johnniac mainframe computer, which is housed at the Computer History Museum, California, USA

Honeywell Kitchen Computer (H316), magazine advertisement. This was first sold in 1965 for $10, 600. The model seen, is the free-standing pedestal version

Apple I computer. This was released in April 1976 at the Homebrew Computer Club, USA. It cost $666.66 and was sold as a circuit board, the wooden case needed to be home-made

Heathkit computer wires
Heathkit H-1 computer wires, on display at the Computer History Museum, USA. The H-1 was the first home-build analogue computer. The museums collection includes over 3000 artefacts from 1945 to 1990

Apple II computer and monitor. This was released in 1977 and included a number of revolutionary features, including its plastic casing and the ability to display colour on a monitor

Hubot robot, being held from behind. Released in 1981 by the Hubotics Corporation, it was sold as a home servant. Hubot included a monitor that would display messages as well as television signals

Minuteman. NS-10Q missile guidance system from a Minuteman ICBM (Intercontinental Ballistic missile), which carried a nuclear warhead

SAGE station and light gun, on display at the Computer History Museum, USA. The SAGE (semi- automatic ground environment) system went into operation in 1963

Aerial view of Silicon valley looking South from above Palo Alto, with semi-conductor industry factories at centre right. June 1984

Microchip sales, conceptual image. Printed circuit board and three microchips with British pound (GBP) symbols on them. This image can represent concepts such as the sale of microchips

Redwood City, Silicon Valley, near San Francisco, California, United States of America, North America

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"Exploring the Technological Tapestry of Silicon Valley: From IBM 5110 to Omnibot 2000 Robot" Silicon Valley, a name synonymous with innovation and technological breakthroughs, has been at the forefront of shaping our digital world. This captivating region in California has witnessed the birth of iconic devices like the IBM 5110 and Omnibot 2000 robot, which revolutionized industries and captured imaginations. The journey through Silicon Valley's rich history takes us back to pivotal moments such as the introduction of Xerox Alto computer, a groundbreaking machine that paved the way for modern personal computing. Alongside it stood Heathkit H-1 analog computer and DEC PDP-1 computer, both instrumental in pushing boundaries and expanding possibilities. Aerial views reveal an expansive landscape where dreams became reality. The sprawling metropolis showcases not only cutting-edge technology but also vibrant communities that thrive on innovation. Fremont, Menlo Park, Sunnyvale, San Mateo – each city etched its own mark on this technological tapestry. As we delve deeper into this realm of ingenuity, we witness U. S. Secretary of State John Kerry engaging in enlightening conversations about technology policy with WIRED Editorial Chief Rob Capps. These discussions highlight how Silicon Valley's influence extends far beyond its geographical borders. Maps offer glimpses into these cities' intricate networks – streets lined with companies striving to push boundaries further every day, and is here that ideas are born and transformed into tangible realities; where entrepreneurs find inspiration amidst a sea of opportunities. Silicon Valley embodies more than just physical landmarks or impressive gadgets; it represents a mindset fueled by curiosity and relentless pursuit of progress, and is a place where visionaries gather to shape our future while honoring their past achievements. In this ever-evolving landscape driven by constant innovation, Silicon Valley remains an unparalleled hub for creativity and technological advancements - forever etching its name in history as the birthplace of the digital revolution.