Going ‘young-tro’: South Korean Gen Z obsess over old iPhones as NJZ’s ‘Ditto’ music video sparks new interest in vintage shoots

SEOUL, Feb 16 — South Korean Gen Z is fuelling a growing trend for vintage technology, particularly older iPhones, driving up prices as they embrace nostalgia through retro devices. The trend – a portmanteau of young and retro – gained traction after K-pop group NewJeans, now known as NJZ, filmed parts of its Ditto music … Read more

Apple discontinues iPhone SE and iPhone 14 as USB-C becomes mandatory charging standard in EU

The European Union has officially implemented USB-C as the mandatory charging standard for electronic devices, marking a significant shift in the technology landscape. This new regulation, which took effect on December 28, aims to reduce e-waste and simplify charging for consumers. It mandates that all phones, tablets, cameras, and other electronics sold in the EU … Read more