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The device was built in 1978 by audio-division engineer Nobutoshi Kihara for Sony co-chairman Akio Morita, who wanted to be able to listen to operas during his frequent trans- pacific plane trips. The original Walkman was marketed in 1979 as the Walkman in Japan, the Soundabout in many other countries including the US, Freestyle in Sweden and the Stowaway in the UK.[Morita hated the name "Walkman" and asked that it be changed, but relented after being told by junior executives that a promotion campaign had already begun using the brand name and that it would be too expensive to change.
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Who invented walkman?
Sony
Who invented the Walkman?
The first walkman was released to the public in 1979, and was created by one: Nobutoshi Kihara, a worker for Sony. He originally created the walkman for his long and boring flights accross the Pacific.
In what country was tthe walkman invented?
Probably Japan. That is where Sony is located
Was the Walkman invented in the mid 80's?
The portable audio cassette player (Walkman) was built in 1978 by Nobutoshi Kihara for Sony
What year was the Walkman invented?
1979
Which of these was sold in stores first Sony walkman or post it notes?
the sony walkman
What product was originally called the sound about when it was introduced in US in 1970?
sony walkman
When was Sony Walkman Z Series created?
Sony Walkman Z Series was created in 2012.
Is the Sony walkman an old video game system?
No, the sony walkman is not an old video game system. It is actually a radio that comes with headphones. It was invented long before the ipod. Many people used them while jogging or working out.
Which Sony product was a hit in 1984?
Sony Walkman
What company has an orange logo?
The answer is walkman (The logo is for the old Sony Walkman)
How do you delete photos from your Sony walkman?
download Media Manager for Walkman from the Sony internet site and you can delete photos and manage all your Walkman photos,videos and music
