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eBay watch: 1970s Rosita UFO Vision 2000 space age hi-fi system

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We have featured a couple of Rosita audio system in the past (namely here and here), but this Rosita UFO Vision 2000 hi-fi system is undoubtedly our favourite.

Designed out of West Germany in 1971 by Thilo Oerke, the design is pure space age – a globe holding the audio kit, with a chromed tulip-style stand for support. sadly, the audio doesn't quite live up to the design, a very 'of the era' cassette player and radio, although the futuristic controls and slide-up clear domed lid make up for it in some way.

It's described as being in 'original unrestored condition, with 'only marginal wear' to show for the years. Not cheap though, £1,899 on a 'Buy It Now' or you can make an offer. Another image over the page, many more on the listing.

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iPhone Pinball Magic – turn your smartphone into an old school pinball machine

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Yes, that's right, with the iPhone Pinball Magic you can convert your cutting edge gadget into a gadget from the past.

That gadget being a pinball machine. Just slip your iPhone into the pinball machine casing, download the free app and use the integrated ball-launching plunger, flippers and credit/select buttons to play. The light-up backbox and rotating beacon light reward your skills and high scores unlock new levels. Yes, real pinball – in miniature.

£29.99 is the price.

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View Quest Retro 1 radio – retro-styled DAB radio with iPod dock

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The old meets the new with the View Quest Retro 1 radio, which offers digital radio and a place to park your iPod or iPhone.

It's designed to look like a vintage radio, complete with leather casing and the all-important carrying handle. On looks alone, it's a winner. But it also has the modern-day functionality, with DAB/FM radio, 10 presets, an auto-scan function for finding stations plus the dock for playing your iPod/iPhone tunes through the 2x 2 watt speakers. A back-lit LCD screen finishes things off.

Just the red available right now, with other colours to follow. £99.99 is the price. See another image over the page.

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eBay watch: Rosita 1970s space age hi-fi system

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Regular readers will recall us featuring the Rosita Stereo Commander Luxus hi-fi system recently, which was a stunning space age audio system, albeit for £1,699. This Rosita space age hi-fi system is similar and from the same era – but bidding starts at just £1.

There are differences though, despite the initial similarity of looks, not least the stunning chromed, tulip-style base and that similarity of age. This one is made of painted wood for the casing, with integrated speakers and a see-through plastic lid. Vinyl playback, a cassette player and a Grundig radio, plus lots of stylish controls finish things off.

Downside? This is in 'unrestored' condition and although there's no major damage, there are some (cosmetic) things missing from the cassette player. Still, with no bids and that £1 price tag still possible, this Rosita system is well worth looking at more closely. Another image over the page or see the listing for many more.

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Star Wars R2-D2 headphones

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There's actually six pairs of headphones in the series, but these Star Wars R2-D2 headphones, are, for us, the pick of the bunch.

Good for audio players and mobiles (iPhone, HTC, BlackBerry and Sa,sing for example), thew headphones that that R2 styling and the option to fold down when not in use. If you want the full technical breakdown, see the site for details.

Indeed, see that same site for all the headphones in the series. if you want the ones above, 49.90 Euros is the price.

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Thumbs Up 1980s-style ‘Brick’ iPhone case

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As we seem to be on the verge of re-living the 1980s both politically and economically, you might want to accessorise yourself with something that fits the era – like this Thumbs Up iPhone case.

Yes, not only is it a case to keep your iPhone safe, it also turns your cutting-edge smartphone into one that looks like first generation yuppie's phone. Or Del Boy off Only Fools and Horses if you want a lower-rent comparison.

It still gives you access to all the controls and fits 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation iPhones, as well as giving your mates a laugh. Thing is, they might be laughing at you rather than with you. £12.99 gets you one.

Update: You can now buy one of these online from the Firebox website.