3. Nokia has an interesting past as well. I believe this article was more on the lines of companies previously having names other than what we know them as. Of course, Apple was on the list which seems out of place. Really interesting read, overall!
1. BAH! You missed out Nintendo. Excuse me my fanboi bias for one minute, but there is an awesome history here http://nindb.classicgaming.gamespy.com/1889.shtml - they used to own a chain of sleazy 'love hotels'!!
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yahu
April 27th
3. Nokia has an interesting past as well. I believe this article was more on the lines of companies previously having names other than what we know them as. Of course, Apple was on the list which seems out of place. Really interesting read, overall!
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sanderton
April 25th
2. My understanding is that Sony is name is at least in apart after the song, Sonny Boy. Which is why you should really pronounce it with a long o.
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zoydwheeler
April 24th
1. BAH! You missed out Nintendo. Excuse me my fanboi bias for one minute, but there is an awesome history here http://nindb.classicgaming.gamespy.com/1889.shtml - they used to own a chain of sleazy 'love hotels'!!
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