All articles tagged with #retro tech
Originally Published 24 days ago — by The Guardian
Wired headphones are experiencing a resurgence in popularity among celebrities and fashion-conscious consumers, driven by nostalgia, perceived style, and better sound quality, despite the convenience of wireless options. The trend symbolizes a form of digital detox and nonchalant style, with some embracing the tangles as part of the charm, even as wireless headphones continue to outsell them.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WESH 2 Orlando
The Samsung SPH-M100, also known as UpRoar, was the first MP3 wireless phone released in 2000. It allowed users to listen to music directly from their phones with 64 MB of storage, providing about an hour of music. The device also offered internet access and functioned as a personal organizer, priced at around $400 at the time.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Ars Technica
A modder has created the "Short Stack," a miniature version of the Nintendo Wii that fits the console's internal hardware into a 3D-printed enclosure roughly the size of a deck of playing cards. The mod sacrifices the disc drive but retains ports for GameCube controllers, and includes features like HDMI output and a microSD card slot. The creator, James Smith, designed custom PCBs for the console and made sacrifices in the name of miniaturization, such as replacing the GameCube controller ports with headphone jacks that work over a special adapter. The project aims to create a scale model of the original Wii, and further shrinkage may make assembly tricky.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WAPT Jackson
In 1984, a Supreme Court ruling in a lawsuit brought by Walt Disney Productions and Universal Studios against Sony declared it legal for consumers to record TV shows and movies using VCRs, overturning the objections of big companies. This decision transformed TV buffs and gadget enthusiasts from potential outlaws into legitimate home movie collectors. The article also highlights other retro tech from the past, including wild home phones from the '80s, expensive home computers from the '70s, and a '90s video phone that predated modern smartphones.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WTAE Pittsburgh
In 1984, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of consumers' right to record TV shows and movies using VCRs, following a lawsuit brought by Disney and Universal against Sony. This decision transformed TV buffs and gadget enthusiasts from potential outlaws into legal home movie collectors. The ruling had a significant impact on the retro tech landscape, including the rise of home phones and early home computers, and even pre-smartphone video calls in the '90s.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TechRadar
Demand for digital compact cameras from the 2000s and 2010s, such as the Nikon Coolpix S6900, is surging, with searches for these retro devices skyrocketing on platforms like Google, TikTok, and eBay. Despite their inferior image quality compared to modern smartphones, the appeal lies in their nostalgic design and features, with the pink color being particularly popular. This resurgence in interest is prompting people to search for vintage digital compact cameras, and approved secondhand retailers are seeing increased demand for these retro devices.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
The author discusses the benefits of using older gadgets, such as a seven-year-old Pixelbook and a reMarkable 2 tablet, for specific needs, emphasizing their focused functionality and affordability. The article also highlights the growing appreciation for retro tech among young people, including the resurgence of iPods and mid-2000s digital cameras. It provides tips for finding and maintaining old tech, emphasizing the importance of being selective, exploring various sources, considering necessary accessories, and being prepared for basic repairs.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WDSU New Orleans
The VideoPhone 2500, marketed as the first telephone with a TV screen, allowed users to make video calls in the '90s. Priced at $1,500, it was not accessible to the average consumer. Despite the shaky picture quality, it was considered groundbreaking at the time for enabling people to see each other during phone calls.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KCCI Des Moines
The VideoPhone 2500, marketed as the first telephone with a TV screen, allowed users to make video calls in the '90s. Priced at $1,500, it was not accessible to the average consumer. Despite the shaky picture quality, it was considered groundbreaking at the time for enabling people to see each other during phone calls.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WESH 2 Orlando
The VideoPhone 2500, marketed as the first telephone with a TV screen, allowed users to make video calls in the '90s. Priced at $1,500, it was not accessible to the average consumer. Despite the shaky picture quality, it was considered groundbreaking at the time for enabling people to see each other during phone calls.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KOCO Oklahoma City
The VideoPhone 2500, marketed as the first telephone with a TV screen, allowed users to make video calls in the '90s. Priced at $1,500, it was not accessible to the average consumer. Despite the shaky picture quality, it was considered groundbreaking at the time for enabling people to see each other during phone calls.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WJCL News Savannah
The VideoPhone 2500, marketed as the first telephone with a TV screen, allowed users to make video calls in the '90s. Priced at $1,500, it was not accessible to the average consumer. Despite the shaky picture quality, it was considered groundbreaking at the time for enabling people to see each other during phone calls.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WESH 2 Orlando
The first home computers introduced in the 70s, though primitive compared to modern machines, started a revolution by streamlining finances, operating homes, and educating children. These computers were not cheap and came with a briefcase for easy transportation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WBAL TV Baltimore
The first home computers introduced in the 70s, though primitive compared to modern machines, started a revolution by streamlining finances, operating homes, and educating children. These computers were not cheap and came with a briefcase for easy transportation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Verge
Analogue is releasing a limited-edition transparent version of its handheld gaming device, the Analogue Pocket. The transparent version will be available in seven different colors and will go on sale on September 29th. Priced at $249, the transparent version offers the same functionality as the original model but with a retro feel reminiscent of the iconic clear Game Boys of the past.