5. TV in 1950s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and onwards…. 1950s: Networks, Tapes, UHF and Color Ampex Corp. developed video tape. UHF receivers were made but had smaller coverage than VHF. Color TV was introduced. More networks were developed. 1960s: Coming of Age TV had become a part of everyday life. TV stations increased. TV journalism came in and the nightly newscasts expanded. Live coverage was available. Non-commercial broadcasting evolved. Cable TV experienced growth. 1970s: Growing Public Concern Public concern over TV grew. Exposure to TV violence increased aggressive behaviors. Growth of television syndicated programming was encouraged. Law and order programs grew. Ex: FBI. 1980s and 1990s: Increased Competition Networks kept on eroding. Audiences and the competition for new networks and cable channels increased. Capacity of cable networks increased. New cable programming service filled new channels. Advertising revenue increased.