Today in computer history: May 20th

Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on May 20th of every year during the evolution of computers. May 20th is the 141th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 225 days left in the year from this day.

Emile Berliner pictureMay 20, 1851
173 years ago

Emile Berliner was born, a German-born American inventor known for developing the disc record gramophone (phonograph). Died August 3, 1929 (Age: 78).

William Hewlett pictureMay 20, 1913
111 years ago

William Hewlett was born, the co-founder of the Hewlett-Packard (HP) company. Died January 12, 2001 (Age: 87).

Peter Diamandis pictureMay 20, 1961
63 years ago

Peter Diamandis was born, American engineer, physician, author, Intel entrepreneur and founder of X PRIZE Foundation.

AndroidMay 20, 2017
7 years ago

Android version 2.2 (Froyo) was released.

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