The CD (Compact Disc) began to appear on the consumer market in 1982. The CD is an optical disc storage format that was developed by Sony and Philips. It is used for storing digital data and is widely used for storing audio content. It has become one of the most popular formats for storing digital content, and is used in a variety of applications.
Thirty-three years ago this month, in March 1983, America got its first whirl at the compact disc. CDs first launched in Japan, but they didn't make their way to the States until several months later.
The CD, or compact disc, first appeared on the consumer market in 1982. It was developed by Philips and Sony as a replacement for vinyl records and cassette tapes. CDs quickly gained popularity due to their high-quality sound and durability.