Obsolescence is a natural part of innovation—as long as people have been inventing new technologies, old technologies have been going out of style. Technology from our recent past—like landlines, fax machines, and DVD players—were phased out as modern technology has evolved to meet our needs. Old tech not only serves as a trendy reminder of the recent past—it’s also likely that the return of these relics from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s indicates a push against planned obsolescence in modern technology. It’s no secret that today’s tech isn’t built to last—and that makes tangible, quality-made vintage devices all the more appealing. If the recipe for success calls for tactility and longevity, what lies ahead for our disposable tech culture?Looking for more Tech Tmrw? Try our <a href="https://hitstartmedia.com/tech-tmrw/nostalgia/">blog</a> or follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/techtmrwpod">Twitter</a>.

Tmrw Explored: AR and The Future of Fashion

Self-driving cars, designer babies, and 3D printed guns are no longer looming in the distant future: the future has arrived, and so has a tidal wave of technological innovation. On Tech Tmrw, we do a deep dive into the possible pros and cons of today’s innovations. We open each episode with a short-form science-fiction narrative exploring a hot topic in tech. Then, host Theo Miller, CEO and Founder of Hit Start Media, has an open conversation with the writers, technologists, and others who are most immersed in this new technology to investigate its consequences.