Young People Are Falling in Love with Old Technology
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The article discusses how young people are developing a fondness for older technologies like flip phones and digital cameras, sparking a conversation about the appeal of retro tech.
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ChrisArchitect
3 months ago
Earlier: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45493943
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