All articles tagged with #vintage
This guide highlights 13 vintage-style motorcycle helmets, detailing key features, fit tips, ventilation, and price points across brands like GLX, Bell, Hedon, Shoei, and more, to help riders choose retro protection that blends classic looks with modern safety.
The article showcases 21 nostalgic photos and items from the 1980s, including toys, food packaging, technology, and cultural references, highlighting the distinctive style and trends of that decade.
Apple has added the iPhone 11 Pro and other devices to its 'vintage' list, meaning they are over five years old and still eligible for repairs, but will soon become 'obsolete' and ineligible for service, with the iPhone 11 Pro being the oldest iPhone model still receiving iOS updates.
Apple has officially classified the final Intel-based MacBook Air and Apple Watch Series 5 as 'vintage,' indicating they are discontinued and no longer in active production or sale.
The Door Club, a vintage-style, low-tech home security device from the 1990s designed to withstand over 2 tons of force, is still available for purchase and offers a simple, effective way to enhance home safety, though potential safety and fire code issues should be considered before installation.
Many older adults swear by vintage and traditional products like CorningWare, Nivea, cast iron cookware, safety razors, and classic appliances, valuing their durability and quality over modern disposable items, highlighting a preference for timeless, well-made goods that stand the test of time.
The article details the author's extensive and labor-intensive process of restoring a 75-year-old Sears Kenmore waffle maker, including disassembly, cleaning, repairing, and reassembly, ultimately bringing the vintage appliance back to working condition, while reflecting on manufacturing quality from the 1950s.
A vintage '60 Minutes' episode reveals how unhinged and daring Lamborghini testing was before Audi's acquisition in 1998, showcasing reckless public road testing by legendary driver Valentino Balboni and highlighting the wild, unrestrained nature of classic Lamborghinis like the Countach, which contrasts sharply with modern, more regulated supercars.
A major Magic: The Gathering ban announcement is expected to target cards like Cori-Steel Cutter and Monstrous Rage in Standard and Pioneer, with potential restrictions on Lurrus and Stock Up in Vintage, while other formats like Legacy and Pauper are unlikely to see changes.
Lila Moss made a striking appearance at Paris Fashion Week, wearing a transparent Saint Laurent top and ruffled skirt, showcasing her modeling career and vintage fashion interests, while drawing comparisons to a similar look worn by Zoe Saldaña.
A retrocomputing enthusiast, [polymatt], successfully restored a severely damaged 1993 IBM ThinkPad Tablet. Despite its cracked LCD screen and battered case, [polymatt] managed to find a compatible replacement screen and undertook extensive repairs, including recapping, recabling, and fixing the batteries. This restoration highlights the value and challenge of reviving rare vintage technology.
Apple has declared the iPhone 5s as "obsolete," meaning it will no longer receive hardware support from Apple Stores or Authorized Service Providers. Additionally, the sixth-generation iPod touch and a 2015 iMac model are now classified as "vintage," allowing for limited repairs for up to two more years if parts are available.
Telegraph readers share stories of their enduring household appliances, including Kenwood food processors, Elna sewing machines, Sanyo microwaves, Scandinova chest freezers, and Hoover Junior vacuum cleaners, some of which have been in use for almost 70 years. Experts attribute the longevity of these older models to their durable British components and manufacturing, in contrast to the more fragile supply chains and components of modern appliances. Some consumers are turning to vintage appliances for their simplicity and longevity, with vintage sewing machines being favored for teaching children the craft.
Apple has added the iPhone 6 Plus to its obsolete list and the iPad mini 4 to its vintage list, meaning that official hardware service for these devices will be discontinued. Owners of these devices can continue using them, but repairs may become difficult due to parts availability. The (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus have also been added to the vintage list.
Apple has added the iPhone 6 Plus to its "obsolete" products list, meaning it will no longer offer repairs or hardware service for the device. The iPad Mini 4 has been classified as "vintage," allowing for repairs for up to two more years. Additionally, the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus in the (PRODUCT)RED color have been added to the "vintage" list.