Tapes Collection

Adjusting a tape storage device
A computer technician adjusts the large reels on a computer tape storage device. A promotional photograph for ICT. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Lost tapes
mario grobenski - psychodaddy

Dress, 1879-80 (silk, cotton and wool)
2959446 Dress, 1879-80 (silk, cotton and wool) by English School, (19th century); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Annotated in Cunnington lists as Worn by Madame Canziani)

Advert, Carrs Ladder Tapes for Venetian Blinds - An Up-to-Date Policeman. 1897

The Ingram Patent Rotary Machine for Printing Illustrated Newspapers (engraving)
1589666 The Ingram Patent Rotary Machine for Printing Illustrated Newspapers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Haberdashers, John Sage, trade card (engraving)
984110 Haberdashers, John Sage, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Haberdashers, John Sage, trade card)

April Rain
Audio cassettes with recorded melancholy music for rainy weather in a still life with raindrops and water. Nostalgia concept with cassette tapes and copy space.. Dina Belenko

Computers at Leasco Offices, Reading, September 1980

Sue Todd, trainee journalist, pictured in Newsroom of BRMB Radio, Birmingham, 14th February 1974. BRMB - launching on the 19th - will be the fourth independent local commercial radio station to begin

A Romantic Picnic
A couple listening to records and picnicking outside a tent with their Triumph motorcycle and sidecar nearby. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Portrait Barbara Meyer zum Pfeil wife Hans Rispach
Portrait of Barbara Meyer zum Pfeil, the wife of Hans Rispach, 1552, tempera on paper, mounted on canvas, 51 x 38 cm, signed in medallion with the coat of arms: iHK [ligated]

An assortment of improvised explosive device materials and munitions
June 16, 2006 - Marines found an assortment of improvised explosive device materials and munitions in the car belonging to an insurgent sniper near Habbaniyah, Iraq

Public characters, Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827, engraving 1801, Heads of well-known people, arranged in a medley, placed behind lines intersecting diagonally which simulate crossed tapes forming a

Public characters, Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827, engraving 1801, Heads of well-known people, arranged in a medley, placed behind lines intersecting diagonally which simulate crossed tapes forming a

Electric fencing tape around horse paddock with long grass, Roydon, Upper Waveney Valley, Norfolk, England, june

A computer technician with data tape
A computer technician stretches out a piece of data recording tape, from the ICT Atlas I computing system. A colleague speaks on the telephone in the background. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Model of a computer room layout
A planned layout of a computer room, including terminals and long banks of tape storage devices.Photograph by Heinz Zinram

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Sara Campbells Second attempt at the world record for Constant weight. She tries to break 100m. June 2009, Dahab, Egypt

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"Capturing Memories and History: The Fascinating World of Tapes" In the ever-evolving world of technology, they have played a significant role in various aspects of our lives. From adjusting a tape storage device to preserving precious memories, these humble objects have left an indelible mark on society. Step back in time to 1879-80 when fashion was defined by elegance and grace. A stunning dress made from silk, cotton, and wool tells tales of opulence and sophistication. Yet not all stories are preserved as some remain lost to time. Lost tapes hold mysteries waiting to be unraveled, leaving us longing for the forgotten moments they once held. Traveling further into history reveals an advertisement for Carrs Ladder Tapes for Venetian Blinds. This ingenious invention revolutionized window coverings, providing both functionality and style. The Ingram Patent Rotary Machine for Printing Illustrated Newspapers showcases how they were instrumental in disseminating information during earlier times. This engraving captures the essence of innovation that shaped journalism forever. Even haberdashers recognized the significance as John Sage's trade card highlights their importance in clothing construction and design. These small yet essential tools ensured garments were impeccably crafted with attention to detail. April rain brings forth new life and rejuvenation, reminding us that even nature relies on its own version of "tapes" - water droplets weaving intricate patterns upon leaves and petals. Tapestry takes on a romantic twist as couples indulge in picnics amidst picturesque landscapes. Love is woven like threads through these intimate moments shared under blue skies or beneath towering trees. Fast forward to September 1980 when computers at Leasco Offices in Reading marked a technological milestone. Magnetic tapes became integral components storing vast amounts of data, propelling businesses into the digital age. Sue Todd's presence within BRMB Radio's newsroom symbolizes how trainee journalists embraced this medium while adapting their storytelling techniques to the modern era.