+

Cookies on the Business Insider India website

Business Insider India has updated its Privacy and Cookie policy. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the better experience on our website. If you continue without changing your settings, we\'ll assume that you are happy to receive all cookies on the Business Insider India website. However, you can change your cookie setting at any time by clicking on our Cookie Policy at any time. You can also see our Privacy Policy.

Close
HomeQuizzoneWhatsappShare Flash Reads
 

People Went Crazy When Steve Jobs Demonstrated How WiFi Works Back In 1999

Oct 2, 2014, 01:05 IST

Today, WiFi isn't just considered the standard - it's a necessity for most people. But that wasn't always the case, and it certainly wasn't in 1999.

Advertisement

About 15 years ago, Apple cofounder and former CEO Steve Jobs demonstrated the iBook's WiFi capabilities by picking it up and moving it while he was still browsing the web (via Slate). The moment he picked it up, the crowd instantly began to cheer in amazement.

"Just come on over here and we'll show you..."

Complimentary Tech Event
Transform talent with learning that works
Capability development is critical for businesses who want to push the envelope of innovation.Discover how business leaders are strategizing around building talent capabilities and empowering employee transformation.Know More

It's magic! There's even a hula hoop!

Check out the full video below.

Advertisement

Next Article