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Video Games
1998: The Fox Broadcasting Company airs The Simpsons TV show in the US. A laptop computer is shown, with a wireless Internet connection.
1999: Hitachi announces the HPW-600ET tablet-style handheld computer. It features Windows CE, 7.5-inch color display, Hitachi 128 MHz SH-4 processor, modem. Weight is under 30 ounces; price is US$1199.
1999: Advanced Micro Devices releases the 400 MHz K6-III processor. It features 3DNow! graphics instructions, Direct X 6.0 support, 64 kB Level 1 cache, 256 kB on-chip Level 2 cache. The processor incorporates 21.3 million transistors in a 0.25-micron process. Code-name during development was Sharptooth.
2000: Advanced Micro Devices releases the 550 MHz K6-2 processor. Price is US$189 in 1000-unit quantities.
2000: Via unveils the Cyrix III processor, with speeds of 400 and 433 MHz, and system bus speeds of 100, 124, and 133 MHz. Prices are US$89 and US$99. Via expects to begin shipping the processor in April. Code-name during development was Joshua.
2000: Palm Computer introduces the Palm IIIc handheld computer. It features Palm OS 3.5, 8 MB RAM, 20 MHz Motorola Dragonball EZ processor, 256-color active-matrix TFT 160x160 pixel 2.5x2.5-inch screen, docking station. The rechargeable lithium ion battery gives power for about two weeks. Price is US$449; weight is 7.6 ounces.
2000: Palm Computer introduces the Palm IIIxe handheld computer, like the Palm IIIx but with 8 MB RAM, for US$249.
2001: Poland issues a postage stamp depicting a computer mouse.
2002: In Japan, Microsoft releases the Xbox game system. Price is 34,800 yen (about US$263). A special edition with distinct color, adapter for HDTV video and Dolby 5.1 audio, and key chain signed by Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates is priced at 38,800 yen. Bill Gates hands the first Xbox sold to Atsushi Ishizaka.
2002: Microsoft releases a Special-Edition Xbox video game system in Japan. The system features smoke-black translucent case, High Definition A/V Pack, and a keychain embossed with Bill Gates signature. Price is 39,800 yen (about US$300).
2002: Microsoft releases the Nezumix video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Microsoft releases the Project Gotham: World Street Racer video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Microsoft releases the Tenku: Freestyle Snowboarding video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Konami releases the Air Force Delta II video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Konami releases the ESPN Winter X-Games Showboarding 2002 video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Konami releases the Hyper Sports 2002 Winter video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Konami releases the Silent Hill 2: Saigo no Uta video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Tecmo releases the Dead or Alive 3 video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Bunkasha Games releases the Double-S.T.E.A.L video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Capcom releases the Genma Onimusha video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Sega releases the Jet Set Radio Future video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Koei releases the Nobunaga's Ambition: Chronicles of Chaos video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2004: In Japan, Microsoft sells 1000 white-case Xbox units for the second anniversary of the Xbox in Japan. All systems sell-out on the website in one day.
2005: Sony releases the Gran Turismo 4 video game for the PlayStation 2 in the US.
1999: Hitachi announces the HPW-600ET tablet-style handheld computer. It features Windows CE, 7.5-inch color display, Hitachi 128 MHz SH-4 processor, modem. Weight is under 30 ounces; price is US$1199.
1999: Advanced Micro Devices releases the 400 MHz K6-III processor. It features 3DNow! graphics instructions, Direct X 6.0 support, 64 kB Level 1 cache, 256 kB on-chip Level 2 cache. The processor incorporates 21.3 million transistors in a 0.25-micron process. Code-name during development was Sharptooth.
2000: Advanced Micro Devices releases the 550 MHz K6-2 processor. Price is US$189 in 1000-unit quantities.
2000: Via unveils the Cyrix III processor, with speeds of 400 and 433 MHz, and system bus speeds of 100, 124, and 133 MHz. Prices are US$89 and US$99. Via expects to begin shipping the processor in April. Code-name during development was Joshua.
2000: Palm Computer introduces the Palm IIIc handheld computer. It features Palm OS 3.5, 8 MB RAM, 20 MHz Motorola Dragonball EZ processor, 256-color active-matrix TFT 160x160 pixel 2.5x2.5-inch screen, docking station. The rechargeable lithium ion battery gives power for about two weeks. Price is US$449; weight is 7.6 ounces.
2000: Palm Computer introduces the Palm IIIxe handheld computer, like the Palm IIIx but with 8 MB RAM, for US$249.
2001: Poland issues a postage stamp depicting a computer mouse.
2002: In Japan, Microsoft releases the Xbox game system. Price is 34,800 yen (about US$263). A special edition with distinct color, adapter for HDTV video and Dolby 5.1 audio, and key chain signed by Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates is priced at 38,800 yen. Bill Gates hands the first Xbox sold to Atsushi Ishizaka.
2002: Microsoft releases a Special-Edition Xbox video game system in Japan. The system features smoke-black translucent case, High Definition A/V Pack, and a keychain embossed with Bill Gates signature. Price is 39,800 yen (about US$300).
2002: Microsoft releases the Nezumix video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Microsoft releases the Project Gotham: World Street Racer video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Microsoft releases the Tenku: Freestyle Snowboarding video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Konami releases the Air Force Delta II video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Konami releases the ESPN Winter X-Games Showboarding 2002 video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Konami releases the Hyper Sports 2002 Winter video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Konami releases the Silent Hill 2: Saigo no Uta video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Tecmo releases the Dead or Alive 3 video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Bunkasha Games releases the Double-S.T.E.A.L video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Capcom releases the Genma Onimusha video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Sega releases the Jet Set Radio Future video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2002: Koei releases the Nobunaga's Ambition: Chronicles of Chaos video game for the Xbox in Japan.
2004: In Japan, Microsoft sells 1000 white-case Xbox units for the second anniversary of the Xbox in Japan. All systems sell-out on the website in one day.
2005: Sony releases the Gran Turismo 4 video game for the PlayStation 2 in the US.
Movies
1985: Alexander Scourby, actor (Victory at Sea, Ransom), dies at age 71.
1987: Death of David Susskind at age 66; host (Open End TV show, The David Susskind Show, producer (The Ages of Man, Death of a Salesman, Eleanor and Franklin, Blind Ambition, Circle Theatre, Dupont Show of the Month, Alice).
1989: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 31st Annual Grammy Awards. Some winners:
1989: Joan Woodbury, actress (Super Sleuth, Northwest Trail), dies.
1990: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 32nd Annual Grammy Awards. Some winners:
1990: Stephen Burns, actor (Casey's Shadow), dies.
1992: The NBC TV network airs the last Walter and Emily show.
1995: Death of Ed Flanders of a self-inflicted gunshot wound at age 60; actor (Dr. Westphal - St. Elsewhere (Emmy award 1983)).
1998: Sandy Hume, correspondent (Fox News), commits suicide at age 28.
2001: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards. Some winners:
2004: Home Box Office airs the final episode of TV show Sex and the City in the US after its six-season run.
2009: In Los Angeles, California, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences holds its Oscar awards ceremony.
1987: Death of David Susskind at age 66; host (Open End TV show, The David Susskind Show, producer (The Ages of Man, Death of a Salesman, Eleanor and Franklin, Blind Ambition, Circle Theatre, Dupont Show of the Month, Alice).
1989: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 31st Annual Grammy Awards. Some winners:
1989: Joan Woodbury, actress (Super Sleuth, Northwest Trail), dies.
1990: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 32nd Annual Grammy Awards. Some winners:
1990: Stephen Burns, actor (Casey's Shadow), dies.
1992: The NBC TV network airs the last Walter and Emily show.
1995: Death of Ed Flanders of a self-inflicted gunshot wound at age 60; actor (Dr. Westphal - St. Elsewhere (Emmy award 1983)).
1998: Sandy Hume, correspondent (Fox News), commits suicide at age 28.
2001: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards. Some winners:
2004: Home Box Office airs the final episode of TV show Sex and the City in the US after its six-season run.
2009: In Los Angeles, California, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences holds its Oscar awards ceremony.
Music
1989: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 31st Annual Grammy Awards.
1990: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 32nd Annual Grammy Awards.
1994: "Papa" John Creach, American jazz musician (Papa Blues), dies at age 76 (born 1917).
2001: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards.
1990: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 32nd Annual Grammy Awards.
1994: "Papa" John Creach, American jazz musician (Papa Blues), dies at age 76 (born 1917).
2001: CBS live telecasts the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences presentation of the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards.
Sports
1985: Birth of Hameur Bouazza; Fulham F.C. football player.
1987: Bruno Marie-Rose runs world record 200 metre indoor (20.36 seconds).
1988: Bonnie Blair skates world record 500 metre (39.10 seconds).
1989: French Open).
1990: First day India versus New Zealand cricket at Auckland New Zealand 5-78 at lunch, 9-387 stumps.
1990: , 1991).
1991: Test Cricket debut of Sanath Jayasuriya, versus New Zealand at Hamilton.
1992: Lisa Walters wins LPGA Itoki Hawaiian Ladies Open Golf Tournament.
1993: Vinod Kambli scores 224 versus England at Bombay, 411 balls, 23 fours.
1993: Buick Classic).
1994: semi Surabaya).
1996: , 1988 US Open Doubles).
1996: World Cup).
1996: World Cup).
1996: Hobart).
1997: Annika Sorenstam wins LPGA Cup Noodles Hawaiian Ladies Open.
1998: XVIII Olympic Winter Games close at Nagano, Japan.
2003: In his first fight after losing to Lennox Lewis, Mike Tyson beats Clifford Etienne by first round knock-out in a fight held at The Pyramid in Memphis, Tennessee, USA.
1987: Bruno Marie-Rose runs world record 200 metre indoor (20.36 seconds).
1988: Bonnie Blair skates world record 500 metre (39.10 seconds).
1989: French Open).
1990: First day India versus New Zealand cricket at Auckland New Zealand 5-78 at lunch, 9-387 stumps.
1990: , 1991).
1991: Test Cricket debut of Sanath Jayasuriya, versus New Zealand at Hamilton.
1992: Lisa Walters wins LPGA Itoki Hawaiian Ladies Open Golf Tournament.
1993: Vinod Kambli scores 224 versus England at Bombay, 411 balls, 23 fours.
1993: Buick Classic).
1994: semi Surabaya).
1996: , 1988 US Open Doubles).
1996: World Cup).
1996: World Cup).
1996: Hobart).
1997: Annika Sorenstam wins LPGA Cup Noodles Hawaiian Ladies Open.
1998: XVIII Olympic Winter Games close at Nagano, Japan.
2003: In his first fight after losing to Lennox Lewis, Mike Tyson beats Clifford Etienne by first round knock-out in a fight held at The Pyramid in Memphis, Tennessee, USA.
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