Inventions & Breakthroughs of July 2009
Gadgets, lab surprises, odd bets, and future-shocks from this slice of the calendar.
1 
Cryptocurrency (Bitcoin)
2 
Mobile Voice Assistant
3 
Cloud Database Services
4 
4G LTE Networks
5 
Smartphone Camera Improvements
6 
Online Streaming Subscriptions
7 
Digital Navigation with Real-Time Traffic
8 
Virtual Reality Headset Prototype
9 
Social Media Mobile Apps
10 
Digital Payment Wallet
The Sounds of
Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year
HEADLINES ON July 22, 2009
Full News Archive
- Headline: Unions Possible Shift from Paterson in 2010. Impact: If unions drop Paterson, maybe he decides to take up interpretive dance instead of politics. Imagine a world where the governor leads a dance revolution—his moves could inspire a new generation of politicians, or at least provide some excellent memes.. Fact: Did you know that Paterson was the first legally blind governor in U.S. history? Let’s just say he had a unique perspective on leadership... literally..
- Headline: Pakistan's Concerns Over U.S. Military Strategy. Impact: Pakistan's objections lead to a series of diplomatic incidents that cause the U.S. to rethink its approach to foreign policy. In an alternate timeline, 'Afghanistan' becomes the hottest new vacation destination for thrill-seekers. Who needs travel guides when you have military strategists?. Fact: Did you know that the U.S. has spent trillions in Afghanistan? For that price, they could have just sent everyone a vacation package instead..
- Headline: Biologics Debate Over Drug Exclusivity. Impact: The exclusivity debate over biologics sparks a secret underground market for knock-off drugs, leading to a new trend where hipsters start selling herbal remedies as the 'new biologics.' Welcome to the age of artisanal medicine!. Fact: Did you know that biologics are some of the most expensive drugs on the market? It’s like they’re priced according to how fancy the packaging looks..
- Headline: A Bronx Star Without Pinstripes. Impact: Baron Ambrosia's culinary adventure inspires a global chain of Bronx-themed restaurants, leading to a cultural culinary renaissance. Eventually, Bronx Flavor becomes a reality show where contestants battle it out with lasagna layers instead of cake layers.. Fact: Did you know that the Bronx is home to over 200 different nationalities? That’s one way to ensure your dinner party always has a multicultural flair!.
Wall Street Time Machine
The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 2009, here's what the stored 2025 dataset estimates.
Rank #3
NFLX
Netflix
Price in 2009
$0.43
2025 dataset value
$220,288
Netflix - If you invested $1,000 in 2009, it would be worth $220,288 today (220.3x return)
🦸 Top 5 Comics
Detective Comics #854
$25
Batman and Robin #1
$42,000
Chew #1
$50
Captain America: Reborn #1
$25
The Walking Dead #60
$75
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Bakugan Battle Brawlers
$50.00
Zhu Zhu Pets
$50.00
Lego Games
$300.00
Beyblade: Metal Fusion
$150.00
Mindflex
$75.00
🎮 Top 5 Video Games
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
$55.00
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
$50.00
Assassin's Creed II
$40.00
Minecraft
$150.00
Batman: Arkham Asylum
$200.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
2009 Bowman Chrome Draft Mike Trout Autograph
$46,800
2009 Topps UFC Round 1 Brock Lesnar Autograph
$1,200
2009 Panini Crown Royale Tom Brady Autograph
$240,000
2009 Pokémon Platinum Arceus Holo
$1,500
2009 Topps Chrome Stephen Curry Rookie Card
$1,888.00