5 Analog Devices That Should Return & 5 That Need to Stay Gone
VOICE OVER: Emily Brayton
WRITTEN BY: Aidan Johnson
Feeling nostalgic? Join MsMojo as we explore the world of retro technology! Some analog devices deserve a comeback with their satisfying tactile experiences, while others should remain relics of the past. From the satisfying click of cassettes to the frustrating screech of dial-up modems, we're sorting through analog history's greatest hits and misses! Our countdown includes Floppy Disks, Handheld Video Cameras, CRT Televisions, VCR Tapes, Rotary Phones, LaserDisc and more! Cassette tapes are making a comeback in the 2020s despite their poor sound quality, while dial-up modems remain a distant nightmare we don't want to relive. Do you agree with our picks, or do you think we missed some iconic devices?
- #9: Floppy Disks - Stay Gone
- #8: Handheld Video Cameras - Return
- #7: Old School Projectors - Stay Gone
- #6: Physical Maps - Return
- #5: CRT Televisions - Stay Gone
- #4: VCR Tapes - Return
- #3: Dial-Up Modems - Stay Gone
- #2: LaserDisc - Stay Gone
- #1: Cassette - Return
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