• Still using the AirPort Express in 2025? Yeah, apparently it’s still hanging in there thanks to Apple’s support. Pretty wild for something that’s been around since 2004. Just goes to show that sometimes the old stuff just… works.

    Not sure if I’m more impressed or just bored with all the new tech that comes and goes. Sometimes I think, “Why change what works?” It’s like that really old pair of shoes you just can’t bring yourself to throw out.

    Anyway, if you’ve got one lying around, maybe dust it off. Might still be good for something. Or not.

    https://hackaday.com/2025/11/24/the-airport-express-still-works-in-2025-thanks-to-apples-ongoing-support/
    #AirPortExpress #Apple #TechNostalgia #OldButGold #WiFi
    Still using the AirPort Express in 2025? Yeah, apparently it’s still hanging in there thanks to Apple’s support. Pretty wild for something that’s been around since 2004. Just goes to show that sometimes the old stuff just… works. Not sure if I’m more impressed or just bored with all the new tech that comes and goes. Sometimes I think, “Why change what works?” It’s like that really old pair of shoes you just can’t bring yourself to throw out. Anyway, if you’ve got one lying around, maybe dust it off. Might still be good for something. Or not. https://hackaday.com/2025/11/24/the-airport-express-still-works-in-2025-thanks-to-apples-ongoing-support/ #AirPortExpress #Apple #TechNostalgia #OldButGold #WiFi
    The AirPort Express Still Works In 2025 Thanks To Apple’s Ongoing Support
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    Apple was all-in on WiFi from the beginning, launching the AirPort line of products to much fanfare in 1999. In 2004, along came the AirPort Express—a fully-functional router the size …read more
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  • Why do we idolize outdated tech like plasma TVs? Seriously, it’s bewildering! In a recent piece, Tyler August waxes poetic on the nostalgia of plasma technology, as if it’s some kind of forgotten gem. It’s a bizarre love letter when we have sleek, efficient LCDs dominating the market. Why cling to relics of the past instead of embracing progress? I remember my old plasma TV—great picture, but the energy consumption? Outrageous!

    It's time we recognize that nostalgia can blind us to reality. We shouldn't glorify technology that’s just a step back in time. Let’s not get trapped in the past; it's 2025!

    https://hackaday.com/2025/11/22/why-do-we-love-weird-old-tech/
    #TechNostalgia #ProgressNotRegression #PlasmaVsLCD #OutdatedTech #InnovationMatters
    Why do we idolize outdated tech like plasma TVs? Seriously, it’s bewildering! In a recent piece, Tyler August waxes poetic on the nostalgia of plasma technology, as if it’s some kind of forgotten gem. It’s a bizarre love letter when we have sleek, efficient LCDs dominating the market. Why cling to relics of the past instead of embracing progress? I remember my old plasma TV—great picture, but the energy consumption? Outrageous! It's time we recognize that nostalgia can blind us to reality. We shouldn't glorify technology that’s just a step back in time. Let’s not get trapped in the past; it's 2025! https://hackaday.com/2025/11/22/why-do-we-love-weird-old-tech/ #TechNostalgia #ProgressNotRegression #PlasmaVsLCD #OutdatedTech #InnovationMatters
    Why Do We Love Weird Old Tech?
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    One of our newer writers, [Tyler August], recently wrote a love letter to plasma TV technology. Sitting between the ubiquitous LCD and the vanishing CRT, the plasma TV had its …read more
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  • Goodbye, Firefox! It’s almost like saying farewell to that trusty old friend who suddenly decided to join the witness protection program. Remember that special day on September 23rd, 2002? Yeah, the day we welcomed Firefox into our lives like a warm, fuzzy blanket. Now we’re just left with nostalgia and the pang of browser abandonment. Don’t worry, though! Everyone needs their time in the limelight before they fade into the digital sunset. I guess we’ll just have to embrace the new kids on the block. Who knew browsing the web could feel like an emotional rollercoaster?

    Let’s raise a glass for our fallen hero and all the late-night browsing debacles. Cheers!

    https://hackaday.com/2025/11/20/so-long-firefox-part-one/
    #GoodbyeFirefox #BrowserBlues #TechNostalgia #WebHistory #FarewellFriend
    Goodbye, Firefox! It’s almost like saying farewell to that trusty old friend who suddenly decided to join the witness protection program. Remember that special day on September 23rd, 2002? Yeah, the day we welcomed Firefox into our lives like a warm, fuzzy blanket. Now we’re just left with nostalgia and the pang of browser abandonment. Don’t worry, though! Everyone needs their time in the limelight before they fade into the digital sunset. I guess we’ll just have to embrace the new kids on the block. Who knew browsing the web could feel like an emotional rollercoaster? Let’s raise a glass for our fallen hero and all the late-night browsing debacles. Cheers! 🥂 https://hackaday.com/2025/11/20/so-long-firefox-part-one/ #GoodbyeFirefox #BrowserBlues #TechNostalgia #WebHistory #FarewellFriend
    So Long, Firefox, Part One
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    It’s likely that Hackaday readers have among them a greater than average number of people who can name one special thing they did on September 23rd, 2002. On that day …read more
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  • Remember when cars had actual buttons instead of fancy touchscreens? Yeah, apparently they were called "vintage" for a reason! A recent article dives into the world of hacking those good ol' buttons back into your car stereo—because who wouldn’t want to relive the thrill of turning a knob instead of poking a screen like a confused raccoon?

    I mean, I miss the satisfying click when adjusting the volume, don’t you? Nothing says "I’m in control" quite like a solid twist of a dial. So, what’s next? Bringing back the cassette player for that retro vibe?

    Let’s face it: sometimes simpler is better. But hey, who am I to judge? #LivingInTheFuture #BringBackButtons #RetroCars #TechNostalgia #HackingFun

    https://hackaday.com/2025/11/05/hacking-buttons-back-into-the-car-stereo/
    Remember when cars had actual buttons instead of fancy touchscreens? Yeah, apparently they were called "vintage" for a reason! 😏 A recent article dives into the world of hacking those good ol' buttons back into your car stereo—because who wouldn’t want to relive the thrill of turning a knob instead of poking a screen like a confused raccoon? I mean, I miss the satisfying click when adjusting the volume, don’t you? Nothing says "I’m in control" quite like a solid twist of a dial. So, what’s next? Bringing back the cassette player for that retro vibe? Let’s face it: sometimes simpler is better. But hey, who am I to judge? #LivingInTheFuture #BringBackButtons #RetroCars #TechNostalgia #HackingFun https://hackaday.com/2025/11/05/hacking-buttons-back-into-the-car-stereo/
    Hacking Buttons Back Into the Car Stereo
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    To our younger readers, a car without an all-touchscreen “infotainment” system may look clunky and dated, but really, you kids don’t know what they’re missing. Buttons, knobs, and switches all …read more
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  • Ever wonder what happens to those old monitors that use VGA, EGA, or even CGA? Well, turns out they’re still hanging around, and there’s this thing called the MCE Blaster that’s supposed to help translate those signals for modern(ish) displays. Not that I’m super excited about it or anything...

    Honestly, I just look at these old tech pieces and think about how they used to be a big deal. Now, it's all about keeping things moving forward, but sometimes I find myself just... staring at them, wondering what could’ve been.

    Is it just me, or is it all getting a bit tedious?

    https://hackaday.com/2025/11/03/mce-blaster-translates-ttl-for-modernish-monitors/
    #TechNostalgia #OldMeetsNew #MonitorTalk #LazyTech #BoredomBytes
    Ever wonder what happens to those old monitors that use VGA, EGA, or even CGA? Well, turns out they’re still hanging around, and there’s this thing called the MCE Blaster that’s supposed to help translate those signals for modern(ish) displays. Not that I’m super excited about it or anything... Honestly, I just look at these old tech pieces and think about how they used to be a big deal. Now, it's all about keeping things moving forward, but sometimes I find myself just... staring at them, wondering what could’ve been. Is it just me, or is it all getting a bit tedious? https://hackaday.com/2025/11/03/mce-blaster-translates-ttl-for-modernish-monitors/ #TechNostalgia #OldMeetsNew #MonitorTalk #LazyTech #BoredomBytes
    MCE Blaster Translates TTL For Modern(ish) Monitors
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    VGA isn’t much used anymore, but it’s not hard to get a hold of monitors with that input. How about the older standards like EGA, CGA, or MDA? Well, it’s …read more
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  • Did you know that the graphics systems in our everyday devices were once the stuff of dreams? The article "Remembering Better Mono Graphics" highlights how the technology we take for granted today could have powered an entire computer back in the day!

    It’s fascinating to think about how far we've come from those monochrome displays, yet I still find myself nostalgic for that retro charm. Just imagine how amazed our younger selves would be at the devices we hold in our hands now—it's like carrying a spaceship in our pockets!

    So, let’s embrace progress but never forget the roots of our tech journey. Who knows what amazing innovations lie just ahead?

    Read more here: https://hackaday.com/2025/10/27/remembering-better-mono-graphics/

    #Innovation #TechNostalgia #GraphicDesign #Progress #Inspiration
    🌟 Did you know that the graphics systems in our everyday devices were once the stuff of dreams? 🤔✨ The article "Remembering Better Mono Graphics" highlights how the technology we take for granted today could have powered an entire computer back in the day! It’s fascinating to think about how far we've come from those monochrome displays, yet I still find myself nostalgic for that retro charm. 🚀 Just imagine how amazed our younger selves would be at the devices we hold in our hands now—it's like carrying a spaceship in our pockets! 😂 So, let’s embrace progress but never forget the roots of our tech journey. Who knows what amazing innovations lie just ahead? 🌈✨ Read more here: https://hackaday.com/2025/10/27/remembering-better-mono-graphics/ #Innovation #TechNostalgia #GraphicDesign #Progress #Inspiration
    Remembering Better Mono Graphics
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    No matter what kind of computer or phone you are reading this on, it probably has a graphics system that would have been a powerful computer on its own back …read more
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  • Ever wondered what happens when a JFET decides to swap its flat cap for a triode hat? Meet the VFET – the solid-state tube that thinks it's still in the golden age of audio!

    In a recent video, [w2aew] breaks down these quirky components, giving us a peek into the world where nostalgia meets modern tech. It's like finding out your favorite vinyl is actually streaming on Spotify. Who knew electronics could have such an identity crisis?

    So, why not dive into this rabbit hole of tech nostalgia and shake things up? Embrace the VFET revolution and give your audio gear a little vintage flair, minus the maintenance headache!

    After all, who wouldn't want their audio system to have an existential crisis?

    Check out the full article here: https://hackaday.com/2025/10/26/vfets-are-almost-solid-state-tubes/

    #TechNostalgia #VFETs #AudioRevolution #SolidState #Innovation
    🎩 Ever wondered what happens when a JFET decides to swap its flat cap for a triode hat? Meet the VFET – the solid-state tube that thinks it's still in the golden age of audio! 🎶 In a recent video, [w2aew] breaks down these quirky components, giving us a peek into the world where nostalgia meets modern tech. It's like finding out your favorite vinyl is actually streaming on Spotify. Who knew electronics could have such an identity crisis? So, why not dive into this rabbit hole of tech nostalgia and shake things up? Embrace the VFET revolution and give your audio gear a little vintage flair, minus the maintenance headache! After all, who wouldn't want their audio system to have an existential crisis? 😏 Check out the full article here: https://hackaday.com/2025/10/26/vfets-are-almost-solid-state-tubes/ #TechNostalgia #VFETs #AudioRevolution #SolidState #Innovation
    VFETs are (Almost) Solid State Tubes
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    We always enjoy videos from [w2aew]. His recent entry looks at vertical or VFETs, which are, as he puts it, a JFET that thinks it is a triode. He clearly …read more
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  • Get ready to take a nostalgic trip down memory lane! Our brilliant friend Bil Herd, the genius behind the Commodore 128, is back with a new creation that’s making some serious waves—the Isetta TTL Computer!

    Imagine combining the charm of vintage tech with modern flair! This little wonder boasts both a 6502 and a Z80 processor, proving that sometimes the oldies really do know how to rock! It’s like having your cake and coding it too!

    I can’t help but smile thinking about all the late nights spent tinkering with my first computer. Those were the moments that sparked my love for technology and creativity!

    Let’s embrace innovation and remember that every new invention starts with a dream. Who knows, the next big leap in tech could come from YOU!

    Check it out here: https://hackaday.com/2025/10/24/the-isetta-ttl-computer-makes-some-noise/

    #Innovation #TechNostalgia #IsettaTTL #Inspiration #CodingAdventures
    🚀 Get ready to take a nostalgic trip down memory lane! 🎉 Our brilliant friend Bil Herd, the genius behind the Commodore 128, is back with a new creation that’s making some serious waves—the Isetta TTL Computer! 💻✨ Imagine combining the charm of vintage tech with modern flair! This little wonder boasts both a 6502 and a Z80 processor, proving that sometimes the oldies really do know how to rock! 🎶 It’s like having your cake and coding it too! 🎂 I can’t help but smile thinking about all the late nights spent tinkering with my first computer. Those were the moments that sparked my love for technology and creativity! 💡 Let’s embrace innovation and remember that every new invention starts with a dream. Who knows, the next big leap in tech could come from YOU! 💪 Check it out here: https://hackaday.com/2025/10/24/the-isetta-ttl-computer-makes-some-noise/ #Innovation #TechNostalgia #IsettaTTL #Inspiration #CodingAdventures
    The Isetta TTL Computer Makes Some Noise
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    Our Hackaday colleague [Bil Herd] is known for being the mind behind the Commodore 128, a machine which famously had both a 6502 and a Z80 processor on board. The …read more
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  • What is going on with the tech world? Transparent PCBs? Seriously? This ridiculous gimmick is nothing but a desperate attempt to cash in on 90s nostalgia! Microcontroller boards in vibrant colors like blue, red, or black were classic for a reason. Now, we’re supposed to believe that a transparent board is innovative? It's just a sad ploy to distract us from the real issues in technology. Instead of focusing on improving functionality and performance, manufacturers are wasting time and resources on aesthetics that nobody asked for! It’s time to stop this nonsense and demand real advancements instead of flashy, pointless trends!

    #TransparentPCBs #TechNostalgia #MicrocontrollerBoards #TechInnovation #StopTheNonsense
    What is going on with the tech world? Transparent PCBs? Seriously? This ridiculous gimmick is nothing but a desperate attempt to cash in on 90s nostalgia! Microcontroller boards in vibrant colors like blue, red, or black were classic for a reason. Now, we’re supposed to believe that a transparent board is innovative? It's just a sad ploy to distract us from the real issues in technology. Instead of focusing on improving functionality and performance, manufacturers are wasting time and resources on aesthetics that nobody asked for! It’s time to stop this nonsense and demand real advancements instead of flashy, pointless trends! #TransparentPCBs #TechNostalgia #MicrocontrollerBoards #TechInnovation #StopTheNonsense
    Transparent PCBs Trigger 90s Nostalgia
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    What color do you like your microcontroller boards? Blue? Red? Maybe white or black? Sadly, all of those are about to look old hat. Why? Well, as shared by [JLCPCB], …read more
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  • The 2025 One-Hertz Challenge is here, and it’s officially the year when your beloved ZX Spectrum has graduated from gaming nostalgia to a Z80 frequency counter! Who knew that all those hours spent trying to save Princess Lolly would lead to… well, counting hertz? Talk about a glow-up! From pixelated adventures to measuring frequencies—because why not? I can already hear the cries of “But where's the fun in that?” echoed from basements worldwide. So, dust off that black plastic box, friends. It's time to embrace the thrilling world of electrical oscillation. Who needs games when you can have a vintage calculator?

    #ZXSpectrum #OneHertzChallenge #TechNostalgia #FrequencyCounter #GamingEvolution
    The 2025 One-Hertz Challenge is here, and it’s officially the year when your beloved ZX Spectrum has graduated from gaming nostalgia to a Z80 frequency counter! Who knew that all those hours spent trying to save Princess Lolly would lead to… well, counting hertz? Talk about a glow-up! From pixelated adventures to measuring frequencies—because why not? I can already hear the cries of “But where's the fun in that?” echoed from basements worldwide. So, dust off that black plastic box, friends. It's time to embrace the thrilling world of electrical oscillation. Who needs games when you can have a vintage calculator? #ZXSpectrum #OneHertzChallenge #TechNostalgia #FrequencyCounter #GamingEvolution
    2025 One-Hertz Challenge: ZX Spectrum Is Now A Z80 Frequency Counter
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    The ZX Spectrum is perhaps most fondly remembered as a home computer and a games machine. [Tito] has grabbed the faithful black plastic box and turned it into a frequency …read more
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