Graphic symbols and elements we see in famous logos today are a result of numerous techniques studied in the last couple of centuries. Considering the evolution of our society and its demands the old Instagram logo, introduced in 2010, might just not cut it today. The original Apple logo with its realistic style drawing looks way too complicated and forgettable for us, while the old Starbucks logo shows some indecency in it. We, as a society, are more used to simplistic style these days. Also, since we've gotten better at understanding symbols, famous logos changed taking in mind our demands.

Take a look at this list compiled by Bored Panda for example. In it, you'll find some of the world's most famous logos, both how they look now and how they looked in the beginning. While you probably recognize all of the contemporary ones, many of their original counterparts aren't so easy to identify.

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First and current famous panda logos, illustrating design evolution.

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    Apple

    First and current versions of famous logos with a historic design and a modern apple symbol.

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    #3

    Mozilla Firefox

    First and current famous logos comparison featuring a red phoenix and a stylized fox with a globe.

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    #4

    Walt Disney

    First and current Disney famous logos side by side in yellow and black.

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    #5

    Google

    "Google logo evolution showing first design and current version."

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    #6

    Nokia

    Nokia logos then and now, showing evolution from detailed emblem to simple text design.

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    #7

    Lego

    Two famous logos of LEGO: the first in blue font, the current in bold white and yellow on a red background.

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    #8

    Canon

    Famous logos evolution: Original Kwanon logo and modern Canon logo side by side.

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    #9

    Amazon

    Famous logos: Amazon then and now, showcasing evolution in design.

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    #10

    Nintendo

    Famous logos: Nintendo's original logo featuring Japanese characters and the current sleek typographic design.

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    #11

    Ford

    Famous logos evolution: Ford's original black emblem and modern blue oval design side by side.

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    #12

    Twitter

    Famous logos: Twitter's first logo in green and current blue bird design.

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    #13

    Volkswagen

    Famous logos evolution: Original Volkswagen logo next to its modern version, showing design changes over time.

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    #14

    Coca Cola

    Historic and current Coca-Cola logos showcasing design evolution of famous logos.

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    #15

    Snapchat

    Snapchat logo evolution: first logo features a smiling ghost on yellow, current logo shows a minimal ghost on a bright yellow background.

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    #16

    Mtv

    Famous logos comparison: original MTV logo and current MTV logo side by side.

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    #17

    Kentucky Fried Chicken

    First and current logos of a famous brand, showing evolution in design.

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    #18

    Discovery Channel

    "Discovery Channel logos, evolution from first to current design, emphasizing famous logos changes."

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    #19

    Burger King

    Historic and current Burger King logos showcasing famous logo evolution.

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    #20

    Adidas

    Adidas logos then and now, showcasing the evolution from the original design to the current one.

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    #21

    Shell

    First and current famous shell logos comparison.

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    #22

    Ikea

    Comparison of famous logos: IKEA's first logo versus current logo.

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    #23

    Nestle

    Vintage and modern designs of a famous logo, showcasing its evolution over time.

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    #24

    Mcdonald's

    Famous logos evolution: McDonald's original barbecue logo and current golden arches design.

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    #25

    Pepsi

    Famous logos evolution: Original Pepsi-Cola script logo next to the current red, white, and blue circle logo.

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    At&t

    Famous logos evolution: Classic AT&T logo with a bell next to the modern AT&T globe design.

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    #27

    Fedex

    Famous logos evolution: Federal Express original logo vs. current FedEx design.

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    #28

    Ge Healthcare

    Main famous logos: First GE logo in black script; current GE logo in blue circle.

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    #29

    Heineken

    Famous logos evolution: Heineken's first and current logo comparison.

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    #30

    Mazda

    First and current Mazda logos, showcasing design evolution of famous logos.

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    #31

    Visa

    Comparison of famous Visa logos, showing the original design on the left and the current design on the right.

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    #32

    Adobe Systems

    Famous Logos: Adobe's first logo in blue text compared to the current red and white design.

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    #33

    Pampers

    Pampers famous logos comparison: first in blue text, current with a heart icon in green text.

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    #34

    Nissan

    First and current Nissan logos showing brand evolution.

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    #35

    Lay's

    Lay's famous logo evolution from first to current design.

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    Microsoft

    Then and now of the Microsoft logo, showing its evolution from the original to the current design.

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    #37

    Eskimo

    Eskimo logos evolution: original logo on the left, modernized logo with heart design on the right.

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    #38

    Kodak

    First Kodak logo in black and current Kodak logo in red, showcasing famous logos evolution.

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    #39

    Samsung

    Famous logos: Samsung's first logo on the left, current logo on the right, showing brand evolution.

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    #40

    Audi

    "Famous logos: original Audi logo with triangle, current version with four rings."

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    #41

    British Airways

    British Airways logos then and now, showing design evolution.

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    #42

    Dell

    First and current Dell famous logos side by side.

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    #43

    Instagram

    Comparison of famous logos: Instagram's first and current designs.

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    #44

    Procter And Gamble

    Famous logos evolution: first P&G logo with a simple cross, current logo with blue "P&G" initials.

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    #45

    Rca

    "Famous logos comparison: RCA Victor original logo with dog and phonograph vs. modern RCA design."

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    #46

    Ibm

    Famous logos evolution: IBM's original intricate logo compared to its modern, streamlined design.

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    #47

    Walmart

    Then and now logos of Walmart, showcasing design evolution.

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    #48

    Xerox

    Historic Xerox logos showing transformation: the original bold 'X' design and the modern red text with globe graphic.

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