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As somewhat of a minimalist and low-techer, I enjoyed reading this article:
http://www.computerworld.in/opinion/...-tech-57742013
No, you don't need a 100 terabyte harddrive, an uber-graphics card, or a eight-core CPU to be happy. This is why I sit here enjoying my classic game consoles and CDs/tapes/vinyl beside a relatively low-end PC.
So true, what we do need is a 100 terabyte Micro SD card!Quote:
Originally Posted by 5233
Great article, thanks for sharing!
Well, i have a cellphone and the most fancy thing that it has is a radio. And you can make phone calls as well!
Also, don't forget about CRT TVs. Those are the best to play video games.
How many apps do you have ? I wonder how many apps = happiness.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bottino
i never really cared about keeping up with the cutting edge anyway
The only reason I got an HTC Vivid was to have fast internet on the fly so I could troll shops and check prices discretely. The only reason I ever got a cell phone back in 1998 was because the service price was cheaper than my land line long distance fee. I've always built my own PCs and bought "budget" last year tech because it was always new to me. I currently have too much tech in my house in my opinion, but I've gotten hooked on checking forums on my 2005 Toshiba laptop while we watch shows on the self made HTPC.
If the power goes out I would be mostly afraid for how I was going to keep most of the food in my freezer safe, and how I was going to keep looters out of my house.
Hum... i have one that wakes me up in the morning with an annoying music. It's great!Quote:
Originally Posted by DarkDragon
I'm one of those people who won't buy anything new if I can get something old to work. My main PC is a ten+ year old refurbished emachines. I've had to put in a new cooling fan and CD drive, but the damn thing still works. Also, my cell phone is only $10 a month unless I run out of minutes :P .
It doesn't all have to be cutting edge! We grew up in this transitional period for technology. Definitely agree with this stance.
I wish that at least small CRTs were still produced. Some older systems prefer CRT TVs. I prefer to have both a modern TV and a CRT TV in the same room.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bottino
If we want to get technical about it, CRTs have some features that modern TVs have yet to replicate...
What we need is a Mac that holds 30 years of REAL files!Quote:
Originally Posted by NeoVamp
I'm usually behind on tech. I only joined the current generation of gaming two years ago. I don't own a smart phone and my PC is a pile of trash. I just got my first blu-ray player literally a week ago.
I can't say I've ever been an early adopter when it comes to new technology. Usually it's expensive and initially full of problems that get fixed in a cheaper and vastly improved version later down the line.
I embrace any level of tech, it all depends what the hardware is designed to do. For something like our washing machine and dryer I prefer low tech since there's really no need for fancy computers to help with washing my clothes. For my amplifier again I like low tech, gaming systems I also enjoy low tech because it forced developers to be creative and work within limits. I also like old consoles that're dedicated pieces of hardware that don't use much electricity and overheat. For a computer however low tech I think is stupid. For cars I prefer low tech. It all depends what the item is. These days companies want to make even the simplest machines ultra high tech which is extremely stupid.
Googled "russia dash cam" as mentioned in the article and stumbled across this:Quote:
Originally Posted by 5233
http://www.businessinsider.com/posit...ilation-2013-5
The first security a dog would keep looters out!Quote:
Originally Posted by sheath
When it comes to entertainment, most people could get away with low-tech gadgets. But for those who are looking to save a buck or two or increase their salary, embracing new technology is sometimes the better way to go. New LCD/LED TVs use less electricity compared to CRT TVs. The same thing applies to certain appliances such as washing machines or dryers. They not only use less electricity but they use far less water than older models. When it comes to computers, you do not necessarily need a computer with all the bells and whistles but one that fits with your lifestyle.
Sounds about right! I like to stick to smaller CRTs to save power. It also helps to get a CRT with good energy ratings. I'm only turning on the CRT for classic games. LCDs are for the modern systems, movies, and TV.Quote:
Originally Posted by SEGA.GENESIS1989
I have two CRTs myself. A 13 inch model and a 20 inch cabinet model. But to be honest, I'm quite used to playing my old consoles on my LCD.
There might be a time when people who like classic video games are forced to use LCDs and LEDs (or whatever there is in the future). I can only hope that modern TVs stay as flexible as possible to avoid incompatibilities.Quote:
Originally Posted by SEGA.GENESIS1989
I'm not against anything old or low-tech, but my opinions of such things depend on the item we're talking about. When it comes to Video Cameras I want nothing but the best and newest I can get, on the other hand I don't personally care what I watch TV on as long as it works.
I stay behind on PCs because buying an slightly older one saves a lot of money in the long run for me. My desktop runs an AMD Athlon 64 x2 4800+ and my laptop runs a C2D P7450. Both do everything I need (even editing video) and cost me almost nothing.
Really though I don't care about how old or low-tech something is as long as it does it's job and is reliable.
I love old tech. Especially when it comes to audio.
The stuff had its heyday well before my time, but there's just something about it! That tech had charm, personality...no?
Look at that retro style boom-box and that Panasonic TNT plunger. Yeah baby! :lol:
http://i44.tinypic.com/2v1ozz5.jpg
You know, all tech was cutting edge and new at some point... ;)
I'm fine with any age of tech, but some of the newer stuff is a bit over my head, namely smart phones. I tend to stay behind on tech because I don't have the money to afford it, and old tech still works fine for the most part.
I recently did something silly and bought a video camera that takes tapes. I looked at it and thought, "you know, I already digitize VHS tapes, this is no different". It's a 2005 camera so it didn't feel that dumb to me.