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    In 1998, Sony accidently sold 700,000 camcorders that had the technology to see through people's clothes.
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    Hitachi's ATM that Sterilizes and Irons Bills
    In the mid-90s, Hitachi produced an ATM that sterilized bills by heating them to 200 degrees Celsius, then ironed them before dispensing.
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    Henry Ford produced the model T only in black because the black paint available at the time was the fastest to dry.
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    Game Boy Inventor
    Game Boy Inventor
    The inventor of the Game Boy, Gunpei Yokoi, was originally Nintendo’s janitor and maintenance man.
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    There’s an internet-enabled jacket which gives you a “hug” every time a Facebook friend likes your status.
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    Scientists in China have built a prototype high-speed maglev train that is theoretically capable of reaching speeds of up to 1,800 mph (2,900 km/h).
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    Attics were invented in Attica.
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    Energy is being wasted if a toaster is left plugged in after use.
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