The Mobile Time Capsule
Nostalgia. Evolution. Technology.
Discover the history of the mobile world. From the polyphonic ringtones of 2005 to the flagship killers of today, we document the gadgets that changed how we connect.
Iconic Devices
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Sarah M.
The Indestructible
Elara V.
The Flip King
Jamie L.
The MEMORY Standard
Coco D.
The Revolution
From the Blog
Why We Loved the Sidekick: The Ultimate Texting Machine
“That soft ‘thwip’ when the Sidekick screen snapped open felt like loading a weapon, except your ammo was text messages.”
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The Decline of Compact Phones: Why Screens Keep Getting Bigger
“The clack of a tiny slider phone snapping shut on a call you did not want to have in the
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Car Mounts That Actually Stick: A 2025 Guide
“The weak little suction cup on my first car mount sighed, drooped, and sent my Nokia 6600 sliding down the
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Phone Gimbals: Do You Need One for Mobile Vlogging?
“The whir of a tiny motor fighting your shaky hands as you jog down the street, your old Samsung buzzing
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The Impact of TikTok on Short-Form Video Consumption
“The crunch of a sliding phone opening in your hand, the tiny VGA camera clicking, and that 15-second, 144p clip
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The Revival of RSS Feeds: Best Reader Apps for 2025
“The soft whoosh of a 56k modem, a CRT glow in a dark room, and that tiny orange RSS icon
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I’m Simon Box
I am the lead archivist and tech enthusiast behind Shaboxes. I started this space to document the rapid evolution of the mobile world, from the click of a physical keyboard to the smooth glass of modern flagships.
My goal is simple: to preserve the digital history that defined a generation while helping you navigate the confusing world of modern tech. Whether you are here for a trip down memory lane or a review of the latest gadget, welcome to the box.
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