{
  "id": 15126762,
  "title": "10 of the raddest retro gadgets around, from cassette players to flip phones",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/10-of-the-raddest-retro-gadgets-around-from-cassette-players-to-flip",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-17T05:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/tech/retro-tech-is-making-a-comeback-here-are-10-of-the-raddest-old-skool-gadgets-weve-spotted-from-cassette-players-to-flip-phones-and-film-cameras"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Retro tech is experiencing a surge in popularity as modern gadgets become increasingly advanced. Recently, clunky, analogue, nostalgic devices have been popping up in various corners of the tech world. I have compiled a list of some of my favorite retro gadgets.\n\nOne such gadget is the Casio F-B100W, a digital watch that can track your step count. This clunky watch offers a modern functionality with an old-school casing. Another intriguing device is the Sudo, an upcoming music player that resembles an iPod. It features an audio jack and a click wheel for enhanced user experience, and it is compatible with music streaming services.\n\nFor those who prefer a simpler approach, the Pinwheel Home phone is a wall phone that only allows calls to pre-approved contacts. This phone offers a safe and straightforward communication experience for tweens, without the influence of social media. The Nokia 300 Charge, although modern, retains a vintage charm with its flashlight that is four times brighter than the Nokia 105.\n\nThe Miko portable cassette player allows you to own the music you play, providing a unique audio experience. If you are overwhelmed with photos on your phone, a Kodak Snapic A1 could be a nostalgic way to engage with your images again using film photography. Lastly, the New Matter Sudo combines elements of an iPod Classic and Zune, featuring a clickwheel and an extra microSD card slot for a retro appeal.",
  "summary": "Nostalgic gadgets are popping up in all corners of the market, proving the ideal antidote to subscription overload and unwanted AI.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  "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."
}