Just a decade ago, an iPod or a simple MP3 player was a common companion on the way to school, work, or the gym. Later, they were almost completely replaced by smartphones and music platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. However, recently this trend seems to be reviving – old music players are attracting the attention of young people.
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Interest in older portable music players is noticeably growing on the Vinted platform. According to the company’s data, in 2026, compared to last year, searches for iPod, MP3, and Walkman players increased across all Vinted markets.
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The most significant jump was recorded in January this year. At that time, the number of searches for such devices was almost three times higher than in January 2025 – an increase of 173%. The trend continued into the summer: in July, iPod, MP3, and Walkman players were searched for 88% more often than in the same period last year.
