A Gen Z collector on retro tech making a come back and what that says about us

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Wired earphones and film cameras: Is retro tech back, or another performative trend?

Published Oct 12, 2026, 10:00 AM

Updated Oct 12, 2026, 10:00 AM

In this episode, we look at how retro analogue items such as wired earphones, film cameras, and Walkmans are making a comeback. Is this here to stay or is it just another performative trend?

Join hosts Kai Wen and Sue-Ann as they chat with Gen Z business owner and CD collector Cody Tong about the psychology behind the analogue revival and the benefits of unplugging.

Highlights (click/tap above):

2:32 Why physical formats are making a comeback

5:52 Tech trends, aesthetics, and nostalgia

8:33 Intention and benefits of going analogue

17:13 Digital detox and practical tips to unplug

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Hosts: See Kai Wen ( seekw@sph.com.sg ) and Sue-Ann Tan ( suetan@sph.com.sg )

Produced & edited by: Amirul Karim

Executive producer: Elizabeth Law

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有线耳机和胶片相机：复古科技回归，还是又一种作秀式的潮流？

发布于2026年10月12日上午10:00

更新于2026年10月12日上午10:00

在这一集中，我们将探讨有线耳机、胶片相机和随身听等复古模拟产品是如何卷土重来的。这股风潮会持续下去，还是仅仅昙花一现？

欢迎收听主持人 Kai Wen 和 Sue-Ann 与 Z 世代企业主兼 CD 收藏家 Cody Tong 的对话，了解模拟复兴背后的心理学以及摆脱电子设备的益处。

亮点（点击/轻触上方）：

2:32 实体格式为何卷土重来

5:52 科技趋势、美学与怀旧

8:33 回归模拟时代的意图和好处

17:13 数码戒断及实用技巧，助你摆脱电子产品的束缚

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