AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 16oz Pint Glass
16oz
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Raise a glass to the internet era of buddy lists, screen names, and perfectly timed away messages. This AOL Instant Messenger pint glass brings AIM’s unmistakable early-web energy to game nights, desk-side breaks, and conversations that run late. A fitting collectible for anyone who remembers signing on, checking who was online, and seeing the Running Man become part of daily digital life from 1997 through 2017.
AOL Instant Messenger, commonly known as AIM and sometimes styled aim, was AOL's instant messaging and presence-information program from 1997 to 2017. It launched in May 1997 as a stand-alone download for Microsoft Windows, growing from the "online messages" feature of AOL's original platform, written in PL/1 on a Stratus computer by Dave Brown. Using AOL's OSCAR protocol, with TOC also available for simpler clients, AIM became a major North American messaging service and was especially prominent in the United States. Its late-1990s and 2000s culture was closely associated with buddy lists, screen names, and frequently updated away messages among teens and college students. AOL acquired competitor ICQ in 1998 and competed with Yahoo! Messenger and MSN Messenger. AIM later expanded across mobile and desktop platforms. Its audience declined as SMS, Google Talk, Facebook Messenger, iMessage, and WhatsApp changed online communication. Verizon acquired AOL in June 2015, then combined AOL and Yahoo in Oath Inc. in June 2017. AIM ended service on December 15, 2017.
AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 16oz Pint Glass
$19.99
Sale price
$19.99
Regular price
| 16oz | |
|---|---|
| Height, in | 5.85 |
| Top diameter, in | 3.40 |
| Base diameter, in | 2.40 |
Raise a glass to the internet era of buddy lists, screen names, and perfectly timed away messages. This AOL Instant Messenger pint glass brings AIM’s unmistakable early-web energy to game nights, desk-side breaks, and conversations that run late. A fitting collectible for anyone who remembers signing on, checking who was online, and seeing the Running Man become part of daily digital life from 1997 through 2017.
AOL Instant Messenger, commonly known as AIM and sometimes styled aim, was AOL's instant messaging and presence-information program from 1997 to 2017. It launched in May 1997 as a stand-alone download for Microsoft Windows, growing from the "online messages" feature of AOL's original platform, written in PL/1 on a Stratus computer by Dave Brown. Using AOL's OSCAR protocol, with TOC also available for simpler clients, AIM became a major North American messaging service and was especially prominent in the United States. Its late-1990s and 2000s culture was closely associated with buddy lists, screen names, and frequently updated away messages among teens and college students. AOL acquired competitor ICQ in 1998 and competed with Yahoo! Messenger and MSN Messenger. AIM later expanded across mobile and desktop platforms. Its audience declined as SMS, Google Talk, Facebook Messenger, iMessage, and WhatsApp changed online communication. Verizon acquired AOL in June 2015, then combined AOL and Yahoo in Oath Inc. in June 2017. AIM ended service on December 15, 2017.
A sturdy 16oz pint glass that brings a little roadhouse spirit to everyday pours. The clear tempered glass showcases whatever you fill it with — amber beer, cold brew, or fresh juice — while a bold vintage-inspired script wraps the side for a subtle, nostalgic touch. It feels solid in the hand, resists everyday wear, and pairs easily with bar carts, kitchen counters, or a laid-back backyard table. Wash gently by hand to keep the lettering sharp and the glass crystal-clear. Built from tempered materials and assembled in the USA, this glass fits into evenings spent swapping stories, weekend morning routines, or those slow, quiet moments when a simple drink matters.
Product features
- 16 oz (0.473 L) capacity
- Tempered, durable glass construction
- BPA-free material
- Hand wash only to preserve finish
- Assembled in the USA from globally sourced parts
Care instructions
- Hand wash only
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Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Care instructions: Hand wash only