Founded in the early 1990s, General Magic aimed to revolutionize mobile technology with innovations that would later influence billions of lives.
“Inside every pocket is a little piece of magic”
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Founded in the early 1990s, General Magic aimed to revolutionize mobile technology with innovations that would later influence billions of lives.
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Marc Porat and Andy Hertzfeld founded General Magic in the early 1990s in Silicon Valley. The company aimed to create innovative mobile technology that would change communication. Despite its ambitious vision, General Magic faced significant challenges and ultimately failed. Through interviews with key figures and archival footage, the documentary recounts the company's rise and fall. It illustrates how General Magic's ideas influenced the tech industry and continue to impact technology today. The film runs for 92 minutes and was directed by Matt Maude.
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Why Watch
- Meet Marc Porat and Andy Hertzfeld, tech visionaries.
- Find out why General Magic is called the 'greatest dead company'.
- See how their innovations shaped modern smartphones.
Did You Know
- General Magic was founded in the early 1990s.
- The documentary features interviews with Steve Jobs.
- The film has a duration of 92 minutes.
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Who were the founders of General Magic?
General Magic was founded by Marc Porat and Andy Hertzfeld in the early 1990s.
What was General Magic known for?
General Magic was a pioneer in mobile technology, creating innovations that influenced billions of lives.
What is the runtime of the documentary General Magic?
The runtime of General Magic is 92 minutes.
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