The Mega-Brands That Built America

S02E01 End of the Landlines

With the launch of Motorola's groundbreaking handheld portable telephone, a fierce rivalry ignites among global telecom giants vying to create the most sought-after mobile device. This race leads to remarkable advancements, including flip phones, customizable ringtones, and text messaging. However, a relatively obscure Canadian tech startup takes the industry by surprise by merging computer capabilities with mobile technology to unveil the Blackberry smartphone, forever transforming our interaction with phones and marking a pivotal shift in communication.