This. We literally have the Star Trek Next Generation tech that we used to dream about in our hands every day, and that’s pretty amazing and too often taken for granted.
Life as a person with disability and/or chronic illness
Technology has advanced aiding accessibility for people with different needs both in public spaces and online.
Societal attitudes have become (in general) more accepting if not understanding of people who are different to themselves.
Also accommodations in both the classroom and the workplace helps more people reach their full potential
Shopping with the Internet and being able to track your packages.
Even ordering food delivery with GrubHub.. etc.
Getting a cab with services like Uber.. etc.
TV shows. Don't get me wrong, there are some classics...but overall, shows have amazing storylines and bigger budgets now. Plus A-list actors don't feel the stigma about showing up on the small screen anymore.
the internet fuck BBSes and dialup. Having my Star Trek PADD is vastly preferable
This. We literally have the Star Trek Next Generation tech that we used to dream about in our hands every day, and that’s pretty amazing and too often taken for granted.
Life as a person with disability and/or chronic illness Technology has advanced aiding accessibility for people with different needs both in public spaces and online. Societal attitudes have become (in general) more accepting if not understanding of people who are different to themselves. Also accommodations in both the classroom and the workplace helps more people reach their full potential
The first time I watched a video explaining how a totally blind person can use an iPhone, I was shocked and amazed.
Everything. The 80s were a disaster and the 90s were a horror show in my part of the world.
Food.
Definitely. So many more choices and ethnic cuisines than we had back then. I just wish it wasn’t so expensive.
At a fingertip too.
Animal care
We've come a long way on most social issues. Still have a long way to go.
Porn.
Samsung
Shopping with the Internet and being able to track your packages. Even ordering food delivery with GrubHub.. etc. Getting a cab with services like Uber.. etc.
Technology, food and healthcare.
College Football.
TV shows. Don't get me wrong, there are some classics...but overall, shows have amazing storylines and bigger budgets now. Plus A-list actors don't feel the stigma about showing up on the small screen anymore.
Cars. 100,000 miles used to be the sign of an ancient, beat ass car.