- The resurgence of vintage tech, led by Gen X, includes a renewed interest in CD players, Walkmans, and retro cameras, reflecting a preference for physical over digital media.
- The FiiO DM13 portable CD player, priced at $165, features aptX HD Bluetooth, 3.5mm and 4.4mm outputs, and a WAV ripping option for CDs.
- The Shanling EC Zero T, at $589, integrates a hybrid tube DAC design, Bluetooth 5.3, and supports both balanced and unbalanced headphone outputs.
- The FiiO CP13 cassette player combines classic analog playback with modern features like USB-C charging and an aluminum alloy shell.
- The Camp Snap CS-8 digital camcorder channels a Super 8 aesthetic, offering simple 4K video capture with no instant preview options.
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23 August 2025
Nostalgia Tech Revival: Gen X Drives Resurgence of CD Players, Walkmans, and Analog Cameras
- The resurgence of vintage tech, led by Gen X, includes a renewed interest in CD players, Walkmans, and retro cameras, reflecting a preference for physical over digital media.
- The FiiO DM13 portable CD player, priced at $165, features aptX HD Bluetooth, 3.5mm and 4.4mm outputs, and a WAV ripping option for CDs.
- The Shanling EC Zero T, at $589, integrates a hybrid tube DAC design, Bluetooth 5.3, and supports both balanced and unbalanced headphone outputs.
- The FiiO CP13 cassette player combines classic analog playback with modern features like USB-C charging and an aluminum alloy shell.
- The Camp Snap CS-8 digital camcorder channels a Super 8 aesthetic, offering simple 4K video capture with no instant preview options.
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"Nostalgia Tech Returns: Gen X Leads Revival of CD Players, Walkmans, and Retro Cameras — because streaming feels like eating soup with a fork."
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