🧠 Inventions of 1999
Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.
1 
Smartphone Platform
2 
Wi-Fi Standard Expansion (802.11b)
3 
Online Payment Platform
4 
Search Engine Advertising Model
5 
MP3 Player Ecosystem
6 
Peer-to-Peer File Sharing
7 
Digital Video Recorder (DVR)
8 
Voice over IP Services
9 
Location-Based Services
10 
Online Gaming Platforms
HEADLINES ON October 6, 1999
Full News Archive
- Headline: Nostalgic Take on Dining in DC. Impact: The mere mention of a possible World Series between the Yankees and Mets sent shockwaves through the universe. It led to the invention of the phrase 'subway series,' which is now used to describe any going-nowhere debate between fans. In a parallel universe, it sparked a rivalry that caused a rift in the space-time continuum!. Fact: Did you know that the New York Yankees have won more championships than any other team? That's right! They have more bling than a Kardashian, but hey, at least they earned it!.
- Headline: Yankees vs. Mets: A City Showdown. Impact: Alfonzo's grand slam wasn't just a home run; it was a time bomb for the Mets' fanbase. This one swing sent the hopes of millions soaring, perpetuating the idea that miracles can happen in the most unexpected seasons. Spoiler alert: They can't.. Fact: Did you know that a grand slam in baseball usually happens when the bases are loaded? So basically, it’s like a buffet for the player, except instead of food, it's just a lot of running and cheering. Bon appétit!.
- Headline: Alfonzo Bashes Grand Slam in 9th For Mets Victory. Impact: Bush's critique of the GOP is like the pebble that started a landslide. His words set off a chain reaction of politicians suddenly realizing that people actually care about social issues. But don’t worry, it only took a few decades for them to remember it again!. Fact: Did you know that politicians often only acknowledge social issues when they’re running for office? It's like a bad rom-com where they only remember their lover's birthday when they want something. Classic!.
- Headline: Bush Says G.O.P. Stresses Wealth At Expense of Tackling Social Ills.
Wall Street Time Machine
The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 1999, here's what it would be worth in 2025.
Rank #2
AAPL
Apple
Price in 1999
$0.31
Value in 2025
$880,068
Apple - If you invested $1,000 in 1999, it would be worth $880,068 today (880.1x return)
🦸 Top 5 Comics
Batman: Harley Quinn #1
$35.00
The Authority #1
$75
Planetary #1
$1,200
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace #1
$200
Bluntman and Chronic #1
$15
🧸 Top 5 Toys
LEGO Star Wars Sets
$150.00
Pokemon Trading Card Game
$150.00
Furby
$30.00
Razor Scooter
$150.00
Beyblade
$700.00
🎮 Top 5 Video Games
Super Smash Bros.
$500.00
Silent Hill
$147.48
Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings
$750.00
Final Fantasy VIII
$200.00
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater
$200.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
1999 Pokémon Base Set 1st Edition Charizard Holo #4
$1,655
1999 Bandai Dragon Ball Z Japanese Prism Card #PP-06 (Son Goku Super Saiyan)
Unknown
1999 Sports Illustrated for Kids Tiger Woods #536
$20,400
1999 Wizards of the Coast Magic: The Gathering 'Urza's Legacy' Foil Grim Monolith
$250
1999 Pokémon Japanese Promo Tropical Mega Battle Tropical Wind
$65,100