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At the forefront of music listening technology was the Sony Walkman, introduced in 1979. This portable cassette player revolutionized how we experienced music, allowing people to carry their favorite tunes wherever they went. Whether on long bus rides or morning jogs, the Walkman ignited cultural movements, especially among young romantics crafting mixtapes for their crushes. Despite its groundbreaking nature, the Walkman eventually gave way to CDs and digital downloads, leaving behind fond memories of the satisfying click of inserting a cassette and the nostalgic sound of orange foam earbuds.