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- South China Morning Post
Infospark: How portable music evolved from cassette players to streaming
The rise of portable music began in the late 1970s with the introduction of cassette players, allowing listeners to enjoy their favorite tunes on the go. The 1980s saw the emergence of the Walkman, revolutionising the way people experienced music and making it a personal and mobile affair. The advent of CDs in the 1990s further enhanced sound quality while maintaining portability. With the digital revolution, MP3 players like the iPod transformed music consumption, enabling vast libraries of songs to fit in a pocket. Today, streaming services accessible via smartphones continue this trend.
