Internet users are puzzled by a 1941 photo showing someone with what looks like a modern iPad, sparking time traveler theories.
Recently, a 1941 photo has left internet users scratching their heads.
The image, which shows people from the past, seems to feature a person holding what looks like a modern iPad.
This curious detail has sparked widespread debate and fascination among online communities.
People baffled after spotting ‘time traveler’ carrying iPad in 1941 photo
A black-and-white photograph from 1941 has caused a buzz online. Many viewers believe they see a boy holding what looks like an iPad.
The boy is standing in line for a movie, adding to the intrigue.
This intriguing image, captured by photographer Edwin Rosskam in South Side, Chicago, shows a group of neatly dressed children and teenagers.
They are eagerly waiting to enter a cinema.
In the photo, the young boy on the far right is capturing the attention of social media users.
Time traveler theory has emerged circulating on social media
Some people believe he is clutching a modern tablet, which has sparked discussions about the possibility of time travel.
The image was shared on Reddit in the community focused on time travel sightings.
One user exclaimed, “Look at the iPad-carrying movie-goer, all the way to the right!”
However, not everyone agrees with this explanation.
Many commenters suggested that the boy is simply holding a notebook or a book, pointing out that it looks more like a traditional item from that era.
Some people added historical context to the discussion.
They mentioned that in the early days of cinema, ushers would check for pens and notepads to stop illegal recordings.
This suggests that the boy’s item is likely a common object from that time, not a futuristic device.
Social media reactions
Just getting that early practice pirating films is all.
Back in the day of early film, usher’s scanned the audience for pens and notepads to prevent bootleg recreations of the film, one user said.
If I can time travel, have an iPad and I’m black why in God’s name would I go to the South Side of Chicago in 1941 to watch a matinee of “The Aldrich Family”?!
Everybody knows the only true Henry Aldrich was portrayed by Jimmy Lydon, not Jackie Cooper, the second user commented.
Could have been a notebook, the third user guessed.
Ain’t no way in the world anyone black would travel back to 1941. Wasn’t exactly a “good time” for us, another wrote.