Since the rise of PCs, smartphones, MP3s and an app for nearly everything, it’s never been less practical to use old technology. But among a certain subset of people — the design- and analog-inclined — there’s a longing for a time when technology looked a certain way, or required a user’s careful touch to work.
Once you actually use old technology, it’s hard to feel as rosy about the past. Quickly, you realize that technological innovation has been a great, awesome thing, and you wouldn’t give up the convenience and speed of your laptop for even the most beautiful 20-pound typewriter. In the spirit of measured nostalgia, we’ve partnered with Best Buy to upgrade your tech — while still embracing where it all came from.
USB Typewriter
Perfect for those who are both old souls and creatures of convenience.
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Because fighting Bowser on your laptop keyboard feels like cheating.
This one’s for the gamer who has nothing but love for the past. These retro controllers — mimicking old-school models for Nintendo NES, Super Nintendo, Nintendo 64, Atari, Gamecube or Sega Genesis — are compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. If you’re a relative noob who is wondering how on earth to play “Goldeneye 007” on your laptop, you only need one word: emulators. Here’s one site devoted to old NES games to get you started.
Even if your tastes skew retro, you can still update your tech. Visit www.bestbuy.com for the very latest in cool gadgets.
