The open-source Sprout project enables classic iPods to support Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB-C, and modern streaming services like Spotify through a modular hardware replacement.
New motherboard replacement kits for vintage iPods add modern connectivity, including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and USB-C, with a crowdfunding campaign launching soon on Crowd Supply.
Sales of retro electronics, including CD players, cassette recorders, and film cameras, are rising in Russia, driven by interest from both older generations and Gen Z.
Russian consumers are increasingly purchasing retro audio and photo equipment, driving sales growth for CD players, cassette recorders, and film cameras throughout 2026.
