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technology1 year ago

1993 ThinkPad Tablet Restored to Former Glory

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.

technology1 year ago

Apple Declares iPhone 5s Obsolete

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.

lifestyle1 year ago

"Appliance Loyalty: When a Kenwood Outlasts a Marriage"

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.

technology1 year ago

Apple Declares iPhone 6 Plus and iPad Mini 4 'Obsolete' and 'Vintage'

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.

technology1 year ago

"Apple Designates iPhone 6 Plus and iPad Mini 4 as Obsolete and Vintage"

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.

technology1 year ago

"Surging Demand for Nikon Coolpix Sparks Revival of Compact Cameras"

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.