This document summarizes the evolution of capsule endoscopy technology for examining the small intestine. It describes how capsule endoscopy has advanced from rigid to flexible scopes to wireless capsule cameras that can provide 50,000 images from inside the small intestine over 8 hours. The document outlines the components and operation of current capsule endoscopy cameras and how they have helped diagnose conditions like bleeding, Crohn's disease, celiac disease, and small bowel tumors. It concludes by discussing future directions for capsule technologies that may one day examine the colon as well as drive themselves, take biopsies, and treat diseases.