In the newly published BBC article, Portrait of a Decade, the Toyota Prius was named among the top objects. Also chosen as winners were Blackberry’s, Playstation3, hair straighteners and Ugg boots.

According to author, Peter York, the list is broader than just the latest gadgets:

“There were lots of ‘boys’ toys’ suggested, but I’ve tried to make a choice broader than technology. It’s good to see flat-screen televisions in there, they really took over the living rooms. Hair straighteners revolutionised women’s hair and popularised the Atomic Kitten look, while the Toyota Prius symbolises the way people started making environmental gestures. Everyone was talking about hoodies for a while, because of David Cameron’s [hug a hoody] comments and the fear of young criminals. I chose Sky+ because it changed my life and the way I view television.”

The article also outlines the decades top Words, People, News and Culture.

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