The Evolution of the Calculator

Article Abstract:

Advances in the semi-conductor industry has resulted in the rapid growth of calculator products in Japan. The advances made in design, functions, and use have expanded calculator use as an office tool, consumer product, multiple functional device and information processing device. Approximately sixty-five million units were exported from Japan in 1983. Calculators range from electronic, desk-top, battery-powered, solar-powered, and portable units. The integration of functions has increased competition and lowered prices. The automation of calculator production has lowered labor costs and improved product quality. There are photographs of different calculators and a graph indicates shipment and volume trends.

Semiconductor industry, Growth (Physiology), Computer history, Growth, Competition, Japan, History of Computing

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Film Circuitry by Casio Used in New Calculator

Article Abstract:

The SL-800, by Casio, is a pocket solar calculator that combines the features of a credit card with film circuit technology. It has a size of 0.85 X 85.5 X 54mm and weighs twelve grams. A magnetic information stripe enables the card to be inserted and read by an automatic teller machine or other electronic card reading device. SL-800 is an intelligent card that can display, receive and output information as well as perform calculations.

Evaluation, Product/Service Evaluation, Technology, Smart cards, Solar energy, Circuitry, Smart Card, SL 800

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Consumer Retailers Fail to Shake Office Products Dealers from Dominance of Office Calculator Distribution

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Consumer electronics retailers have expanded the sale of calculators and typewriters to business. According to a study by the Venture Development Corporation, approximately three quarters of businesses continue to purchase office equipment from authorized dealers. The dealers offer customers a wide selection of products. The merchandising of commercial lines could increase sales for retailers.

Business, Consumer electronics, Wholesale trade, Electronics, Merchandising, Office Equipment, Typewriter, Wholesale Dealer/Distributor

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