Technology

Suddenlink Corporate Office

Suddenlink was started in 2003 after Classic Communications bankruptcy. Classic was renamed to Cebridge Connections.

In 2006, Cebridge renamed itself to Suddenlink after completing acquisitions from Cox and Charter Communications.

In 2006 and 2007, the company completed a large nationwide backbone project.

In 2010, the company acquired Windjammer Cable. They also began to partner with TiVo to offer Premiere DVRs.

In 2011, the company began to offer HBO GO and MAX GO programming.

In 2012, the company was the first in the US to offer TiVo Stream.

In 2013, the company was the first to offer the TiVo Mini.

Today, Suddenlink is the 6th largest cable broadband provider in the US. They currently provide service to over 1.5 million subscribers.

The company began offering free family channels in April 2020, such as Hallmark channels, the DIY Channel, the Cooking channel, and many more due to the number of people being quarantined because of the COVID-19 crisis.

In 2014, the company dropped popular Viacom channels because they felt the channels were too costly. Some Viacom channels returned to subscribers line up in August of 2017.

While Forbes lists the company as #331 on its list of America’s Best Employers, customer complaints are extensive.

When hurricane Laura struck Southwest Louisiana in August 2020, Suddenlink CEO stated that they did not expect to fully restore service until mid-November.

The company operates as a subsidiary of Altice USA, inc.

In 2014, the company had annual revenue of $2.33 billion.

Suddenlink

Suddenlink was started in 2003 after Classic Communications bankruptcy. Classic was renamed to Cebridge Connections.

In 2006, Cebridge renamed itself to Suddenlink after completing acquisitions from Cox and Charter Communications.

History

In 2006 and 2007, the company completed a large nationwide backbone project.

In 2010, the company acquired Windjammer Cable. They also began to partner with TiVo to offer Premiere DVRs.

In 2011, the company began to offer HBO GO and MAX GO programming.

In 2012, the company was the first in the US to offer TiVo Stream.

In 2013, the company was the first to offer the TiVo Mini.

Today, Suddenlink is the 6th largest cable broadband provider in the US. They currently provide service to over 1.5 million subscribers.

In 2014, the company dropped popular Viacom channels because they felt the channels were too costly. Some Viacom channels returned to subscribers line up in August of 2017.

While Forbes lists the company as #331 on its list of America’s Best Employers, customer complaints are extensive.

When hurricane Laura struck Southwest Louisiana in August 2020, Suddenlink CEO stated that they did not expect to fully restore service until mid-November.

The company operates as a subsidiary of Altice USA, inc.

In 2014, the company had annual revenue of $2.33 billion.

Microsoft Corporate Office

Microsoft was founded in 1975 by childhood friends Bill Gates and Paul Allen.

In 1980, the company launched Xenix, their operating system based off of Unix.

In 1984, Microsoft Windows launched.

In 1986, the company headquarters were moved to Redmond, Washington where they remain today. The company also went public this same year.

In 1990, Microsoft Office was launched.

In 2000, Bill Gates was replaced as CEO by Steve Ballmer.

In 2001, the Xbox and Windows XP are both unveiled.

In 2007, Windows Vista is launched.

In 2011, the company acquired Skype.

In 2012, the Microsoft Surface tablet is launched.

Today, Microsoft is a multinational software manufacturer. Microsoft Windows is the most used desktop operating system in the world. The company also produces other consumer electronics like the Xbox and Zune.

In November 2018, Microsoft became the world’s most valuable company, rising above Apple.

Microsoft confirmed suspicions in 2019 that Cortana and Skype recordings were not private.

In mid-August 2019, the company warned users to update their Windows 10 systems immediately to avoid a virus that spreads malware between computers without any user interaction.

Microsoft

Microsoft was founded in 1975 by childhood friends Bill Gates and Paul Allen.

In 1980, the company launched Xenix, their operating system based off of Unix.

History

In 1984, Microsoft Windows launched.

In 1986, the company headquarters were moved to Redmond, Washington where they remain today. The company also went public this same year.

In 1990, Microsoft Office was launched.

In 2000, Bill Gates was replaced as CEO by Steve Ballmer.

In 2001, the Xbox and Windows XP are both unveiled.

In 2007, Windows Vista is launched.

In 2011, the company acquired Skype.

In 2012, the Microsoft Surface tablet is launched.

In November 2018, Microsoft became the world’s most valuable company, rising above Apple.

Microsoft confirmed suspicions in 2019 that Cortana and Skype recordings were not private.

In mid-August 2019, the company warned users to update their Windows 10 systems immediately to avoid a virus that spreads malware between computers without any user interaction.

HP Corporate Office

Hewlett-Packard, or HP for short, was founded in 1939 by Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard. Their first successful product was the HP200A, an audio oscillator. These early computer engineers worked out of their garage and flipped a coin to decide if their company would be called PH or HP.

In 1947, the company officially incorporated.

In 1957, the company went public on the NYSE under the ticker symbol: HPQ

One of the company’s earliest customers was Walt Disney Productions which bought eight Model 200B oscillators for use in certifying the surround sound systems installed in theaters for the movie Fantasia.

The company began developing semiconductors in the 1960s and today is recognized as the founding company of Silicon Valley.

In the 1970s, the company released the HP 3000, an advanced business computing server.

In 1984, the company began producing both inkjet and laser printers for the personal computers.

In 2002, HP merged with Compaq.

In 2008, the company acquired EDS.

In 2009, the company acquired 3Com.

In 2010, the company acquired Palm.

In 2015, the company changed its name from Hewlett-Packard Corporation to simply HP, Inc.

Today, HP is the world’s leading PC manufacturer. They also produce other technology hardware and software solutions.

The company still has headquarters located in Palo Alto, California.

Hewlett-Packard (HP)

History

In 1947, the company officially incorporated.

In 1957, the company went public on the NYSE under the ticker symbol: HPQ

The company began developing semiconductors in the 1960s and today is recognized as the founding company of Silicon Valley.

In the 1970s, the company released the HP 3000, an advanced business computing server.

In 1984, the company began producing both inkjet and laser printers for the personal computers.

In 2002, HP merged with Compaq.

In 2008, the company acquired EDS.

In 2009, the company acquired 3Com.

In 2010, the company acquired Palm.

In 2015, the company changed its name from Hewlett-Packard Corporation to simply HP, Inc.

Today, HP is the world’s leading PC manufacturer. They also produce other technology hardware and software solutions.

The company still has headquarters located in Palo Alto, California.

Honda Corporate Office

Honda was founded in 1946 by Soichiro Honda, who opened the Honda Technical Institute. Their first product was a bicycle engine.

In 1958, the company unveils its Super Cub motorbike.

In 1959, the American Honda Motor Company opens in Los Angeles, California.

In 1963, the S500 sports car is released in Japan.

In 1964, Honda’s Sayama plant begins producing automobiles.

In 1966, the N360 compact car is debuted.

In 1969, the CB750 motorcycle is launched.

In 1972, the Honda Civic is released.

In 1978, the Honda Prelude is released.

In 1986, the Acura brand is launched.

By 1989, the Honda Accord has become the best selling car in America.

In 1990, the Acura NSX supercar is debuted.

Honda issued a recall affecting more than 1.6 million Honda’s and Acura’s with Takata air bags that could potentially cause death. The recall affects other manufacturers as well and was so large, it forced Takata into bankruptcy.

The company is expanding into other areas including aircraft, robots, bicycles, and solar power.

Honda makes about 1/3rd of the Hondas sold in the US at a plant in Ohio but uses parts imported from Japan. The Honda Passport receives high rankings and is made in Alabama.

In December 2020, Honda announced a recall of nearly 2 million vehicles worldwide for master window switches that could catch fire.

Today, Honda Motor Company manufactures cars, motorcycles and other small engine items. Honda has been the world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer since 1959.

Honda

Honda was founded in 1946 by Soichiro Honda, who opened the Honda Technical Institute. Their first product was a bicycle engine.

In 1958, the company unveils its Super Cub motorbike.

History

In 1959, the American Honda Motor Company opens in Los Angeles, California.

In 1963, the S500 sports car is released in Japan.

In 1964, Honda’s Sayama plant begins producing automobiles.

In 1966, the N360 compact car is debuted.

In 1969, the CB750 motorcycle is launched.

In 1972, the Honda Civic is released.

In 1978, the Honda Prelude is released.

In 1986, the Acura brand is launched.

By 1989, the Honda Accord has become the best selling car in America.

In 1990, the Acura NSX supercar is debuted.

The company is expanding into other areas including aircraft, robots, bicycles, and solar power.

Honda makes about 1/3rd of the Hondas sold in the US at a plant in Ohio but uses parts imported from Japan. The Honda Passport receives high rankings and is made in Alabama.

In December 2020, Honda announced a recall of nearly 2 million vehicles worldwide for master window switches that could catch fire.

Today, Honda Motor Company manufactures cars, motorcycles and other small engine items. Honda has been the world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer since 1959.

T-Mobile Corporate Office

T-Mobile began in 1994 as VoiceStream Wireless PCS, a subsidiary of Western Wireless.

In 1999, Western spun off VoiceStream as an independent company.

In 2002, VoiceStream changed its name to T-Mobile USA. This company is the US operation of T-Mobile International AG, a subsidary of Deutsche Telekom.

In 2011, AT&T announced plans to merge with Deutsche Telekom. This merger faced a lot of regulatory pressure from the US government and AT&T eventually withdrew their bid.

In 2013, T-Mobile merged with MetroPCS Communications to form T-Mobile US, a publicly traded company.

The company has had problems in 2016 with LTE data lines going out for long periods of time. Representatives blame the problems on “upgrades”, but insist the problems are minimal.

In mid-2016, the company announced that it would be introducing 5G, with amazing speeds of 12 gigabits per second. This would be three times faster than what Verizon can offer. However, 5G has an estimated start date of “sometime” in 2018.

The company offered a free iPhone 7 (preorder) for those trading in an iPhone 6 during the month of September in 2016. Customers need to sign up for an unlimited data plan and a 2-year service agreement.

T-Mobile expanded its service of providing verified caller ID service in March 2019 to help customers avoid scams and robocalls.

In September 2020, T-Mobile and the University of Kansas began testing the new 5G system and how it worked for online learning.

Also in September 2020, due to the coronavirus crisis, T-Mobile created a plan to give free internet service to 10 million students for home studies.

Today, T-Mobile US operates the 3rd and 4th largest wireless providers in the US. Together, they provide service to over 63 million customers. As of December 31, 2017, T-Mobile operated approximately 2,200 T-Mobile and MetroPCS retail locations, including stores and kiosks.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile began in 1994 as VoiceStream Wireless PCS, a subsidiary of Western Wireless.

In 1999, Western spun off VoiceStream as an independent company.

History

In 2002, VoiceStream changed its name to T-Mobile USA. This company is the US operation of T-Mobile International AG, a subsidary of Deutsche Telekom.

In 2011, AT&T announced plans to merge with Deutsche Telekom. This merger faced a lot of regulatory pressure from the US government and AT&T eventually withdrew their bid.

In 2013, T-Mobile merged with MetroPCS Communications to form T-Mobile US, a publicly traded company.

The company has had problems in 2016 with LTE data lines going out for long periods of time. Representatives blame the problems on “upgrades”, but insist the problems are minimal.

T-Mobile expanded its service of providing verified caller ID service in March 2019 to help customers avoid scams and robocalls.

In September 2020, T-Mobile and the University of Kansas began testing the new 5G system and how it worked for online learning.

Also in September 2020, due to the coronavirus crisis, T-Mobile created a plan to give free internet service to 10 million students for home studies.