Recording Devices Evolve

This ancient contraption called reel to reel tape was once the go-to tech for recording. In the ’60s, life wasn’t as easy as capturing moments with a smartphone. This woman was actually holding a recording device, which was used together with a reel recorder.

Taken in Japan in 1965, the gadget was made by Hitachi. Now, it’s hard to imagine needing to bring this whenever you need to record since it’s not the most compact and portable tech. Phones aren’t just used to catch precious scenes but can also be utilized to communicate with people from far away places.