30pin

30pin is a unique, self-published online magazine dedicated to exploring the history of consumer technology. Our goal is to gain a better understanding of the world by delving into the fascinating tools that have shaped our lives—ranging from personal gadgets and home appliances to computers and communication devices. We don’t restrict ourselves to any specific time period. Rather than focusing on years or generations, 30pin emphasizes the emotions that technological advancements have stirred in us. We aim to take you back to a time when every new feature or upgrade felt like a significant leap into the future, unclouded by concerns about privacy or the negative impacts on society. Our mission at 30pin is to foster thoughtful discussions about technology's past. By thoroughly investigating historical events and trends, and placing them within a broader context, we help readers understand their influence on individuals, businesses, and contemporary life. Why You Can Rely on 30pin The magazine is curated and managed by Yuri Litvinenko during his free time. He is currently an online editor at Kommersant, has experience as a web news editor at Vedomosti, and has contributed to various platforms including Atlas Obscura and Nintendo Life. 30pin also collaborates with respected authors for guest articles and occasionally shares content from reliable sources like The Conversation. Our editorial guidelines, as well as the relationship between the publisher, contributors, sponsors, and readers, are clearly defined in our ethics statement, which is regularly updated for transparency. 30pin prioritizes user privacy. Although we aren’t located in a region with strict privacy laws, we have intentionally designed our website to give users control over their data. All tracking is turned off until a reader chooses to opt in. While this limits our ability to gather usage data, we believe it is crucial for building trust. Instead of Google Analytics, we utilize Fathom, a privacy-oriented solution that does not collect demographic information like age, gender, or income. (Please note, 30pin may receive a commission if you subscribe to the service after clicking our link.) 30pin operates under the legal entity IP Litvinenko Iu. D., a sole proprietorship registered in Russia.