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2004? 2024? Or Both?

Vector illustration that reads “The Quiz: 2004 or 2024?”
Image: Kristen Radtke / The Verge

In fashion, it’s said that trends return every 20 years. But it seems technology has started to repeat itself at the same cadence, too. Can you identify what things happened in 2004, 2024, or in some cases, both?

Microsoft loses its antitrust case in Europe

Year: 2004

Two decades ago, the EU handed down a fine of over $600 million for not offering versions of Windows that did not come with Windows Media Player preinstalled. Microsoft still has antitrust problems in Europe at the moment, and last year, the EU attempted to block the company’s acquisition of video game maker Activision Blizzard. But Microsoft has paid no fines this year… so far.

Motorola releases a new Razr phone

Year: Both

The very first Razr, called the Motorola Razr V3,…

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