Gen Z Cannot Identify Most 1990s Technology & Pop Culture

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM

Research shows 60% of young British adults cannot recognize the Yellow Pages. OnePoll surveyed 2,000 adults, revealing Generation Z's unfamiliarity with numerous 1990s items. Chunky tube televisions topped the unrecognized list, followed by MSN Messenger statuses. Three-quarters don't understand dial-up internet, while many couldn't identify Walkmans, Windows 95 startup sounds, or CD-ROM encyclopedias. VHS tapes, floppy disks, and disposable cameras also stumped respondents. Half believe life was superior in the 1990s due to reduced phone usage, increased face-to-face interaction, and more outdoor activities. Nearly half would return to live in that era given the chance. (Story URL)

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