US EditionOld Tech Brits Miss the Most - Include Cassette Tapes and MP3 Players
UNITED KINGDOM, JUL 16 – A survey of 2,000 British adults found 18% want corded phones back and 36% still own landlines, reflecting nostalgia despite acknowledging past tech limitations.
- A survey of 2,000 UK adults by OnePoll, commissioned by Smart Energy GB, revealed widespread nostalgia for retro technology in 2025.
- This interest stems from a mix of fond memories and recognition that older gadgets were often unreliable and slow, as noted by tech expert Georgie Barrat.
- The survey found that 36% still own landlines, 24% keep cassette tapes, 23% hold MP3 players, and 20% have VHS collections, with 34% occasionally using their retro tech.
- Nearly half prioritize device reliability during important tasks, while 81% acknowledge a major shift in technology use over the last 15 years, with mobile internet topping advancements at 52%.
- Findings imply a strong desire for dependable modern devices alongside sentimental attachment to outdated tech, highlighting ongoing digital transitions such as from analogue to digital smart meters.
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Old tech Brits miss the most - include cassette tapes and MP3 players
The tech items Brits miss the most include cassette tapes, film cameras and old MP3 players.
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