From the first note to today: the record in Columbus
Scroll the key moments in wellbeing, viewing, online safety and everyday know-how.
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Key dates in order
2002
Everyone learns to patch a tyre
The short clip that turned a dreaded chore into five minutes.
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A second code arrives for everyone
When one extra step stopped being only for the cautious few.
Open the digital privacy thread →2008
The year a daily step target caught on
How one round number reshaped millions of ordinary routines.
Open the health & wellness thread →2017
The night appointment viewing ended
When the schedule gave way to watching whenever you pleased.
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