Explore 'Exponencial. De analógicos a digitales' at Espacio Fundación Telefónica, a permanent exhibition charting telecommunications' profound journey. From 19th-century telephones to modern AI, discover how technology reshaped society and human stories. Engaging displays feature historical objects, interactive installations, and audiovisuals that highlight this ongoing evolution.
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This exhibition explores the profound impact of telecommunications development on our lives, from the first telephones in the 19th century to the internet, mobile technology, and artificial intelligence. It investigates the social paradigm shifts brought about by new technologies and their surrounding human stories.
Espacio Fundación Telefónica presents 'Exponencial. De analógicos a digitales,' a permanent exhibition that delves into the accelerating influence of telecommunications across all facets of life. Spanning from the advent of the first telephones in the 19th century to contemporary technologies like the internet, mobile telephony, and artificial intelligence, the exhibition examines the societal paradigm shifts and the human narratives that accompany each technological advancement. Coinciding with the company's centenary, the exhibition is organized around three concepts: 'Habla' (Speak), 'Vive' (Live), and 'Imagina' (Imagine). The narrative highlights the rapid evolution within telecommunications, contrasting the 150 years between the telegraph and global instant communication with the swift adoption of modern platforms. Visitors will encounter eighty objects from Telefónica's Historical Technological Heritage, numerous audiovisuals, and nine interactive installations, alongside infographics and documentary materials. These elements are designed to prompt reflection on how communication methods have transformed and profoundly affected every aspect of human existence, underscoring Telefónica's role in this ongoing technological transformation.
Opening hours are Monday to Thursday and Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays from 10:00 to 20:00, and Friday from 11:00 to 20:00. Guided tours are available for individuals on Thursdays at 5 PM with prior reservation on Eventbrite. Group tours are available Tuesday to Friday between 11 AM and 6 PM (limited to 15 people), with reservations via email or through the ACERCA CULTURA platform for groups with special needs. On-site visits for booked groups are also available.
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