🧠 Inventions of 1982
Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.
1 
Compact Disc Player (Consumer)
2 
Laptop Computer Concept
3 
Medical CT Scanner Improvements
4 
Digital Audio Recording System
5 
Artificial Heart Implant
6 
Automated Teller Network Expansion
7 
Home Satellite Television
8 
Computer Virus Concept
9 
Electric Anti-Lock Braking System
10 
Portable Fax Machine
The Sounds of
The biggest hits of the year — Top 10 Pop & Country chart toppers
HEADLINES ON July 15, 1982
Full News Archive
- Headline: Restoring Mirrors: Secrets of Reflection. Impact: The restoration of mirrors led to the 18th century obsession with vanity, ultimately resulting in the invention of selfie culture. If only those early artisans knew they were paving the way for Instagram influencers.. Fact: Did you know that mirrors were once so rare that they were considered luxury items? Imagine a world where you had to save up for a good look!.
- Headline: Rise of Computer Accessories Industry. Impact: The rise of computer accessories created a complex ecosystem of tech support calls and the invention of 'cable management'. Without it, our homes would look like a scene from a sci-fi horror movie.. Fact: Fun fact: 'Helpful Hardware' was almost called 'Overly Complicated Gadgets' but they decided to keep it optimistic. How generous!.
- Headline: Exploring the Challenges of Career Transition. Impact: The delicate matter of job departure has led to countless awkward farewell parties, the rise of LinkedIn stalking, and the invention of the 'two-week notice' protocol. You're welcome, HR departments!. Fact: Did you know that job resignation letters used to be penned in gold ink? Just kidding, but wouldn’t that add an extra layer of drama?.
- Headline: Baghdad's Strongman. Impact: Saddam Hussein’s tough-guy image solidified the stereotype of the 'dictator with a heart of iron', influencing countless movies, books, and even Halloween costumes. Thanks, Saddam, for making tyranny seem so edgy!. Fact: Did you know that cutting a bullet out of your leg with a penknife is not a recommended first aid technique? Just a thought..
- Headline: A SCARSDALE SHOW ON FOLK-ART ELEMENTS IN CRAFTS. Impact: The folk art movement's influence on contemporary craft led to a renaissance of creativity, where everyone suddenly believed they could be the next Picasso—resulting in a lot of questionable wall art.. Fact: Did you know that folk art was once considered 'just stuff made by people'? Now it’s a fancy term for 'I painted this while binge-watching TV.'.
Wall Street Time Machine
The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 1982, here's what it would be worth in 2025.
Rank #1
INTC
Intel
Price in 1982
$0.13
Value in 2025
$274,575
Intel - If you invested $1,000 in 1982, it would be worth $274,575 today (274.6x return)
Rank #3
WMT
Walmart
Price in 1982
$0.06
Value in 2025
$1,791,511
Walmart - If you invested $1,000 in 1982, it would be worth $1,791,511 today (1791.5x return)
🦸 Top 5 Comics
The Uncanny X-Men #168
$20.00
Marvel Graphic Novel #5
$95,000
Daredevil #181
$2,600
The New Teen Titans #21
$50
Cerebus #39
$300
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Rubik's Cube
$150.00
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
$143.75
My Little Pony
$150.00
Conway's Game of Life
$100.00
Advanced Dungeons & Dragons: Dungeon!
$150.00
🎮 Top 5 Video Games
Pac-Man
$1,500.00
Pitfall!
$1,000.00
Q*bert
$33,400
Pole Position
$120.00
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
$450.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
Cal Ripken Jr. Rookie Card
$3,000
Lawrence Taylor Rookie Card
$18,000.00
Joe Montana Second Year Card
$76,250.00
Donruss Diamond Kings Reggie Jackson
$140