Living Without the Internet – Boomers grew up in a world without the internet, relying on libraries, encyclopedias, and physical mail for information and communication.
Manual TV Controls – Before remote controls and streaming services, Boomers had to physically get up to change TV channels and adjust the volume.
Using Rotary Phones – Rotary phones were standard in Boomer households. Making a call involved dialing each number by rotating a dial, and there were no features like caller ID or voicemail.
Typewriters and Carbon Copies – Before computers and printers, typewriters were essential for writing documents. Making copies involved using carbon paper, which was messy and error-prone.
Vinyl Records and Cassette Tapes – Boomers listened to music on vinyl records and cassette tapes, which required more care and maintenance compared to today’s digital music..
Limited Travel and Communication Options – Traveling long distances was more cumbersome without the convenience of modern air travel, GPS, and ride-sharing apps.
Cold War and Nuclear Drills – Boomers lived through the Cold War era, a time of significant geopolitical tension. They experienced nuclear drills in schools, building fallout shelters, and the constant fear of potential nuclear conflict.