Ah, the 90s and early 2000s. It was an era of technology that makes today’s sleek and shiny gadgets seem like something out of a sci-fi movie. It’s hard to fathom, but the clunky gadgets, dial-up internet, and bulky computers were considered exciting and cutting-edge at the time. Oh, how things have changed. Retro Tech Dreams is a popular Twitter page that is all about “80s, 90s, and 2000s nostalgia.” We’ve pulled together some of their best posts that will immediately resurface core memories from your childhood. So dust off your Tamagotchis and transparent purple GameBoy because we’re taking a nostalgic journey through the retro technology of our youth. We dare you not to feel old as you walk down this memory lane of vintage tech.
The Ultimate Set-Up
One look at this retro computer set-up will have you spiraling back to the days of the early 2000s. Somehow, parents across America knew that the “family computer” absolutely needed to be set up in the living room in this exact same way. There was nothing like sitting in your dad’s computer chair, turning on the computer tower, and dialing up the internet after dinner.
The elaborate style of the computer desk that had multiple shelves and drawers may have gone by the wayside for many, but it holds a special place in our hearts. This particular set-up is top-of-the-line, with perfectly placed speakers and a CD holder to the side of the monitor. The only drawback was that pesky pull-out portion that held the keyboard.