{
  "id": 13845569,
  "title": "A Gen Z collector on retro tech making a come back and what that says about us",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/a-gen-z-collector-on-retro-tech-making-a-come-back-and-what-that-says",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T02:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Straits Times Business",
    "slug": "straits-times-business",
    "url": "https://www.straitstimes.com/business/a-gen-z-collector-on-retro-tech-making-a-come-back-and-what-that-says-about-us"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In this episode of the podcast, hosts Kai Wen and Sue-Ann Tan delve into the resurgence of retro analogue items like wired earphones, film cameras, and Walkmans among Gen Z. They speak with business owner and CD collector Cody Tong to explore the psychology behind the analogue revival and the advantages of unplugging from digital technology. The hosts discuss why physical formats are regaining popularity, the intention behind choosing analogue, and offer practical tips for achieving a digital detox.",
  "summary": "Wired earphones and film cameras: Is retro tech back, or another performative trend?",
  "key_points": [
    "Gen Z collectors revive retro analogue items like wired earphones and film cameras.",
    "Business owner Cody Tong explains psychology behind analogue revival.",
    "Analogue formats gaining popularity for unplugging from digital technology."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The growing demand for physical media among younger generations signals a desire to escape digital saturation through intentional, tactile experiences that provide a necessary break from constant connectivity.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}