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Photos: The evolution of gadgets at IFA

By Michelle Meyers on 04 September 2009, 10:36am

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At IFA, the annual gadget gala taking place this week in Berlin, the world's consumer electronics companies are showcasing their latest gizmos.

These historic photos provide a nostalgic reminder of how quickly tech becomes obsolete. Even the so-called booth babes have evolved.

IFA dates back to 1926, but this retrospective begins in the 1970s, when the show became an international affair, rather than a strictly German one. That was also around the time that colour TVs started to become more prevalent.

Here's a photo of ladies welcoming attendees to IFA in Berlin in 1973. Note the show logo, which is still used today. Wunderbar!

Photo credit: IFA

Source: Photos: IFA through the years, a gadget evolution on CNET News

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