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The Birth of the Slot Machine
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<br>The first true slot machine is widely credited to a San Francisco mechanic named Charles Fey in the late 1890s. The Liberty Bell machine was a simple mechanical device with three reels and a single payline. Its ability to pay out coins automatically made it a huge hit and a groundbreaking invention.<br>
The Rise of the "One-Armed Bandit"
<br>Early in the 20th century, anti-gambling laws forced slot machine manufacturers to get creative. Instead of paying out cash, machines were designed to dispense fruit-flavored chewing gum as prizes. This historical quirk is the reason fruit symbols are still a staple of slot design. The term "one-armed bandit" came from the side lever and the machine's reputation for being difficult to beat.<br>
From Gears to Circuits
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<br>The industry was completely transformed by the arrival of the first video slot in the 1970s. This replaced the physical reels with a video screen, opening up a world of possibilities. This transition to digital screens is what allows for the incredible variety and creativity found in modern online slots.<br>
The Future of Spinning Reels
<br>The modern era is defined by online and mobile slots. The online platform allows for constant innovation, leading to a huge diversity of game types and features that were unimaginable just a few decades ago.<br>