All articles tagged with #retrotech
The article discusses the Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR), an old semiconductor device from the 1950s that acts as a latching electronic switch, now largely replaced by modern components like TRIACs and MOSFETs, but still found in vintage schematics and applications.
A new wave of high-tech Bluetooth CD players is emerging, blending retro design with modern features like Bluetooth connectivity and USB-C charging, appealing to younger generations who are reviving vintage tech with a contemporary twist.
Gen Z is shifting from smartphones to dumbphones and analog devices to combat notification fatigue, privacy concerns, and the overwhelming attention economy, embracing a simpler, more intentional approach to technology, though challenges remain due to modern digital needs.
The resurgence of old-fashioned technology, such as emoji-only pagers, retro PC cases, and VHS tapes, reflects a cultural shift towards simplicity and tangibility amid digital fatigue. This trend is driven by younger generations' skepticism of modern tech and a desire for enduring, tactile media, as seen in the revival of physical formats and retro gaming experiences.