SHARP

SHARP Innovations Continually Write New Chapters into the Pages of History.

Since the introduction of the first electronic desktop calculator, SHARP has led the way in the field of calculator technology. A history of superior engineering, advanced functions, and innovative technologies has made SHARP calculators and organizers the choice in all fields, the world over.

And this year, we celebrate 40 years since the development of one of our many original creations: the world's first all-transistor desktop calculator.


	Development and mass production of the world's first all-transistor desktop calculator.
			Development of the world's first electronic desktop calculator incorporating ICs.
	Marketing of the world's first electronic calculator incorporating ELSIs.

			Development of the world's first electronic LCD calculator, 1973.
	Development and introduction of the world's first super-thin (1.6 mm) card-sized calculator.
			Development and introduction of electronic organizer (Personal Information Tool).
	Development and introduction of scientific calculators with Advanced D.A.L. for educational market.
			Development and introduction of graphing calculator with a touch screen for educational market.
	Development and introduction of electronic organizers with add-on software/contents.
			Development and introduction of the world's first graphing calculator with a reversible keyboard.