1950s

1951
1951
Transformation Into Texas Instruments
Geophysical Services Inc. changes its name to Texas Instruments Inc.
1951
License Transfers

Texas Instruments obtains a license from Bell Labs to manufacture transistors.

1954
1954
In the Market

Texas Instruments markets silicon transistors.

1958
1958
First of Its Kind
Jack Kilby of Texas Instruments demonstrates the world’s first operative integrated circuit.