Inventions & Breakthroughs of September 1982
Gadgets, lab surprises, odd bets, and future-shocks from this slice of the calendar.
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
Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year
HEADLINES ON September 4, 1982
Full News Archive
- Headline: Weekly News Quiz Challenge. Impact: If Lady Donaldson hadn’t held that civic position, it’s possible that London would have crumbled into chaos, leading to the rise of a new civilization where tea is outlawed and crumpets are the only form of currency.. Fact: Did you know that in some cities, the oldest job is actually 'professional line holder' for people waiting for coffee? Much more lucrative if you ask me..
- Headline: 'INCUBUS' Film: A Supernatural Dive. Impact: The release of 'Incubus' created a chain reaction in the horror genre, leading to a future where supernatural horror films become a mainstay. Who knew that a poorly executed occult-horror mess could inspire a thousand mediocre sequels?. Fact: Fun fact: Most horror movies are made on a budget smaller than the average college student's ramen noodle fund. Coincidence? I think not..
- Headline: THE REGION; Westchester Plans Bus Runs to City. Impact: The new bus service gave rise to commuter wars, leading to the invention of bus etiquette, which includes the unspoken rule of staring blankly at your phone while not making eye contact with fellow passengers.. Fact: Did you know that in some places, public transport is a competitive sport? Welcome to the Olympics of sardine-like bus rides!.
Wall Street Time Machine
The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 1982, here's what the stored 2025 dataset estimates.
Rank #1
INTC
Intel
Price in 1982
$0.13
2025 dataset value
$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
2025 dataset value
$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
⚾ Notable 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