The Story & Future of Janus Cycle

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  • What can possibly follow this? Bizarre ranting about the state of the world's technology industries? Crazy devices that do nothing useful yet we can't look away? It's everything or nothing from now on. Time to Hack the Planet!
    I like the cat shown briefly in this video. I also love dogs. I made a dog video a few years ago. Do you like cats, dogs or both?
    • Puppies in the Sunshine
    Help support the channel with SuperThanks or Memberships on TH-cam.
    Or on Patreon: / januscycle
    Music:
    Jaxius - Ai Dilemma
    Ferris Bueller's Day Off - Let My Cameron Go
    Einleitung - Also Sprach Zarathustra
    nervous_testpilot - Deus Ex Neonature OC ReMix
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  • @MrMegaManFan
    @MrMegaManFan 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +82

    "It's weird seeing how many people live inside the suffering in their own mind." This is why I love your channel. It's not just the quality of the videos, the soothing timber of your voice, but the wisdom with which you speak.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +16

      Thank you. So many people are living out of balance. It's important that we don't follow and instead remain calm and balanced with ourselves.

  • @HuseynMemmedov
    @HuseynMemmedov 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +73

    I like your “weird” content. Nobody got that in-depth on installing custom firmware on Nokia 3310 for example. Or hacking a Siemens phone.

  • @ovidiu_nl
    @ovidiu_nl 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +30

    More videos of the cat, please! 😁

  • @retourmoto
    @retourmoto 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +78

    I'm glad you made the channel into reality. I particularly enjoy seeing obscure and old tech. Also your presentations style scratches an itch for me, which LGR or Techmoan never quite could.

    • @d.j.manjares9830
      @d.j.manjares9830 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      True, LGR and Techmoan, while equally informative, is overlong and feels like shallower (and it isn't a bad thing) that you've said, doesn't quite scratch that itch.

    • @realredirect
      @realredirect 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@d.j.manjares9830 agreed

    • @Aeduo
      @Aeduo 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@d.j.manjares9830 LGR and Techmoan seem to do it more as their primary income so they seem to be kinda stuck in a content production loop that can often leave them needing to rush and do little research and rely heavily on their existing knowledge and they just need to stop troubleshooting or whatever when they hit the end of that knowledge. Techmoan is a good bit better for making that effort though. This channel, you can tell that a lot of research tends to get done to try to get whatever it is working and much of the experimentation is shown. Stopping short at things like microelectronics repair which that's pretty reasonable, as that can be weeks of waiting on parts and potentially breaking fragile electronics. I like LGR but yeah he can be a bit shallow as far as technical things goes and doesn't seem to have any interest in expanding his knowledge of how what he's working with works and just relying on falling back on a few troubleshooting steps and just giving up if it doesn't work.

  • @AndyAlex-dz6wf
    @AndyAlex-dz6wf 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +66

    When I was in the dorms of my university I didn't have internet, and when I return home I download some of your videos to watch them and rewatch them over and over again multiple times when I need to relief my stress and anxiety in the dorms, Your voice, pace of the video and the subject matter make me calm, its kinda weird and funny how this makes me feel but its happens. Thank you so much Jauns.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +19

      That's really nice to hear. Making these videos is part of my calm time as well :)

    • @techofsundar1925
      @techofsundar1925 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      @@AndyAlex-dz6wf we are living in so much stressed environment. Hope you are doing well dear.

    • @AndyAlex-dz6wf
      @AndyAlex-dz6wf 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@JanusCycle Never stop having the calm time then

    • @AndyAlex-dz6wf
      @AndyAlex-dz6wf 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@techofsundar1925 Thank you, Hope the best for your channel Tech of Sundar.

    • @AndyAlex-dz6wf
      @AndyAlex-dz6wf 13 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@techofsundar1925 Thank you, Hope the best for your channel Tech Of Sunder.

  • @DrMario3077
    @DrMario3077 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +21

    I love your content. Hugh Janus Cycle.
    Edit: 9:37 CAT SPOTTED.

    • @johnduty4505
      @johnduty4505 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      " Oh Deja Vu "

  • @Hezy
    @Hezy วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    9:46 happy kitty

  • @d.j.manjares9830
    @d.j.manjares9830 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

    This channel lights up my soul of exploring old tech and right to repair/extending a device's usability everytime. You're one of the best YT Tech Channels of all time.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      I'm really pleased you are enjoying these videos as much as I enjoy making them :)

  • @beansontoast9323
    @beansontoast9323 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    honestly you made watching these a blessing. thank you so much for your time :]

  • @anticringeclub
    @anticringeclub 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    nobody goes into so much depth about the nerdy old tech things that pretty much nobody else cares about. your style is so calming. much love!

  • @Computer_Freak_2004
    @Computer_Freak_2004 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    I'm watching you for over a year now and from the first video on I was hooked. You're definitly one of the unique channels and I hope you continue making these amazing videos!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      You're very kind. Sometimes I feel like I'm just winging it with each video.

  • @sussychannel1516
    @sussychannel1516 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    thank you for all of your great content. remember, we will always be here to support you

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I really appreciate this. Because I'm going to really go for it, trying new ways of exploring tech and make the best videos I can. I might miss the mark sometimes. But I'll always be learning and getting better. That's my promise to you.

    • @edwardfletcher7790
      @edwardfletcher7790 20 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@JanusCycleWe enjoy the journey more than arriving at the destination....

  • @JohnCompton1
    @JohnCompton1 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    It's strange. I didn't know HOW much I loved that era of hand-held Hi-Tech until discovering your uploads. And the impetus of your channel is very inspiring as well.Thanks so much for sharing,Janus.

  • @giani1649
    @giani1649 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    Ok, im half the clip in but i will write you.
    Thank your for this channel! I dont know if you fully understand how good and inovative is it. I hope you will continue to post amazing stuff. :)

  • @RetroPC
    @RetroPC 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    This is one of my most beloved TH-cam Channels! Just keep doing what you're doing friend. You're amazing at this! ❤️

  • @sultanul69
    @sultanul69 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    love your content bro.

  • @hh7426
    @hh7426 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Your original Toshiba Libretto video brought me here. Thank you for putting so much time into making these (very high quality) videos!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Nice, the 50CT! it deserves to be shown again one day. I'm glad you are still enjoying the channel.

  • @totallyuselessvideoz
    @totallyuselessvideoz 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    Again, an excellent video from Janus Cycle

  • @blindscribe1679
    @blindscribe1679 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Do what you love, do what tickles your curiosity, viewers will come and go but you need to be true to yourself. The appendicitis story made me chuckle, I was 2 days into a new dream job and had to phone in sick the third day, turned out I had a burst appendix. I remember waking up post surgery with my legs bent up and been asked by a nurse how I felt, I chuckled and said gutted. She didn’t get it but that was my only ever Oscar Wilde moment!

  • @Susang1313
    @Susang1313 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    I love your videos so much. Whenever a new one comes out they are a big comfort and help me chill out and forget the world around me. Thank you for the time you put into creating these videos. I was watching a video from Skylabs Audio yesterday and it made me think how in the future we probably won't have many vintage devices to try to save or give new life to since the products we use now are so disposable and not made to last or be repaired. I wish I still had a lot of the devices you show that I once owned. Seeing them in your videos brings me a lot of joy and happiness even though I don't have them anymore.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      really beautiful, thanks for sharing

    • @Susang1313
      @Susang1313 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@JanusCycle I forgot to mention I love the music in your videos also. ❤️

  • @BourhanGandawan
    @BourhanGandawan 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    i already watched all your videos ❤ i like ur presentation. it chills me a lot bro. keep it up 👍

  • @andrejar6166
    @andrejar6166 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    I am a big fan of your channel, this content is amazing!
    It is just like you said, every new video is like an new adventure.
    I am from Brasil and your videos helped me on my english learning course. ❤

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I commend you on being multi-lingual, and really pleased I have helped in some way. Keep learning!

  • @diagonal-media
    @diagonal-media 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I think your videos are works of art. Beautifully crafted, amazing video and audio quality, so charming and relaxing.
    And ofc I love your peculiar retro wave aesthetic. Congrats!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      When I started I never thought I would become an artist. What an odd world we live in. Thanks!

  • @ezyto
    @ezyto 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    i’m not sure what video of yours i saw first, but your style was immediately so unique and captivating and i’m really glad to have been accompanying this channel on jts journey!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I'm glad you're here with us. I'm also looking forward to seeing what comes next.

  • @tanmaywho
    @tanmaywho 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I was so scared by the wording of the title. Happy to see more from you. You have a special place in this online place and I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!

  • @leMarc-ps2
    @leMarc-ps2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hi Janus, I came across your channel by chance a few years ago. You were one of the reasons why I bought a WM-D6C and repaired it on my own. Since then, my interest in old technology has become a real hobby for me. I think your videos have a very unique style and the quality has steadily improved over the years. And I have to say, your background music and your calm voice round off the whole thing perfectly. I'm very excited to see what awaits us in the coming years. Keep up the good work and thank you for your efforts! ♥

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      The D6C is such an impressive, solid, professional device. Thank you for being a caretaker for one of these. And thanks for continuing to join me on this journey :)

  • @feieralarm
    @feieralarm 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I've been following you for quite a while and I wouldn't say at all that I've been "suffering though" your early videos. Probably because one could always tell how much heart and passion you have. In fact, though your videos I've become much more passionate about retro tech myself; getting my hands back on way more devices or formats I remember from when I was younger, or missed out on entirely. I'm looking forward to see what you've planned for the future of your channel and I hope it will continue to bring you as much joy as it does for your viewers.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I just want to do my best. It's my job to be unsatisfied and always improving. I'm very pleased that you have been watching since the early days, thank you.

  • @DthBakesh
    @DthBakesh 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Jan, you're different than a plethora of another retro tech channels. Narration style, shots taken and distinguishable atmosphere, what is most fascinating about your videos. Keep strong, keep working, we'll be watching your progress with great interest

  • @tinman7551
    @tinman7551 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    OMFG that kitty purring is so precious 😊❤🥰 I love the channel and I’m looking forward to watching what comes next 😍

  • @Kippykip
    @Kippykip 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Dr Keith is the real MVP, glad you survived man.
    Hell I've been on TH-cam for 14 years and could never live up to your quality and style. Keep going and screw the troll comments!

  • @dark_realm.1
    @dark_realm.1 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    I,ve always been interested in modding phones and firmwares, and when i found your channel last year it was a gold mine for me. Keep making these awesome videos.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I love firmware modding so much. Always looking for new devices to mod and tinker with.

  • @aoobasuzukaze
    @aoobasuzukaze วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I'm really glad you've survived! Your videos just happen to hit my particular niche of interest and it's why I love them so much. Please continue doing what you love!

  • @therealegr
    @therealegr 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    First came here for the 3310 video, and fell in love with this channel, i just like how professional feels and also the way you narrate also fits nicely with it, exploring stuff that has mostly been out of my reach untill now

  • @RmFrZQ
    @RmFrZQ 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I really like your channel with totally not weird content. It has soul and depth.
    From fascinated by technology to fascinated by technology.

  • @ThePuklink
    @ThePuklink 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you for narrating to us the story behind your channel, and your ambitions to make it real...
    Since I discovered your channel, I felt attracted to your materials/videos and the way how you tell the story, like you are a narrator telling us an interesting real story, with your deep alive and warm voice, you give a peaceful soul to every video, which make us attached till the end, hoping it never ends...
    Thank you for creating your channel...don't lose faith and keep it up, you are better than many others with million subscribers!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      I've been wanting to tell my own story for a while. Thank you for being here with me as I do all this.

  • @tobylaroned
    @tobylaroned 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Your videos on weird Japanese tech always motivate me to spend my weekends in electronics recycling/thrift stores, keep up the good work!
    Cheers from Tokyo.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I've been to Japan, it was so awesome. But that was a while ago now.

  • @ColorfulJonathan
    @ColorfulJonathan 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I have always been interested in obscure tech and being the exception around people of my age, I very much appreciate the community you've built! When I first discovered this channel, I immediately binged so much and learned a heap. I've even purchased some of the items you reviewed. I'm very happy to see you're getting near the 100K mark and wish you the best for any future experiments pertaining your video ideas, but I'm sure they will be as enjoyable as the current ones. Cheers!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      I'm pleased to hear you've been getting some devices for yourself. Many of these things deserve a good home with someone who will look after them.

  • @neonvortex
    @neonvortex 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I cannot thank you enough for your videos. I am in middle school and your videos help me unwind after a long day of school. I love obscure technology that no one else seems to give a crap about. Love from Turkey

  • @veryboringname.
    @veryboringname. 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I'd like to thank your appendix for making all this possible. Thank you, may you keep appendicising for many more years to come.

  • @xanksauri89
    @xanksauri89 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    The cross from the black cat purring to the recorder is great, they are both gorgeous!

  • @o00Starman00o
    @o00Starman00o 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Thank you for making this channel and all your videos. I find them really interesting and I particularly enjoy the calm tone in them.
    Really looking forward for the future videos! :)

  • @hk_8084
    @hk_8084 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    You definitely fill a niche nobody else really goes into depth on. You inspired me to start collecting pdas

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yay! PDAs! :)

  • @krzbrew
    @krzbrew 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I am not a regular watcher, but when I do watch your videos they always hit the spot.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Bullseye, that's what I like to hear, Thanks :)

  • @oggilein1
    @oggilein1 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    props to you for putting this side of the channel history out for all to see, that must've taken some willpower todo and I'm really happy to see you running this channel purely because you enjoy it instead of a less genuine reason. your videos are always good and get better every time

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I found it quite jarring when switching over to the new desk and lights. I've always wanted to tell this story and how this all started. Reaching 100 videos seemed like the right time to do this.

  • @DevirothS
    @DevirothS 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I've been here for a few years now and I can certainly say that you have a very specific way of presenting things. The calm commentary and the way you edit videos says that you really do enjoy what you're doing and it translates well into a good, well presented content that I and many others surely enjoy.
    Don't try rushing any content, it never ends well.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      I won't be rushing or stressing about making videos. I've learned that enjoying the process really matters.
      I've not mentioned this before but when I made my 'Apple betrayed me' video I was a bit stressed at the time, and maybe also with the follow up iOS 1 jailbreak. It may not show in the videos, but I always felt I wasn't exactly in the right frame of mind at the time.

  • @realgeorgewbush
    @realgeorgewbush วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Your videos align shockingly well with my interests and the devices I keep researching and buying off eBay. Your MiniDV videos are my favourite, I had no idea how useful DV tapes could be before finding your videos on them

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      MiniDV deserves more on this channel. There was a bit recently in the Sony PVM Max Headroom video. But I would like to see the format revisited again properly.

  • @FurbleFawks
    @FurbleFawks 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You are absolutely one of the reasons I love TH-cam, I love weird old phones too and PDAs. Your camera work is solid, you don't waffle for ages about a point you're making and make effort in your videos and it shows. Would love to see you showcase some of the weird early WinCE, Symbian and Linux smartphones more. But also, you're right as well, your audio has improved massively over the years. But no matter if you make or a long or short video I'll watch, along with MANY other people. Keep at it, you've done well :)

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      WinCE / Win Mobile is on the cards. Getting the really early devices is tricky though. Fortunately for the moment I have enough to keep me going for a while. Many require fixing though.

  • @TheKermy
    @TheKermy 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I've been really glad i've subscribed to this channel when I found it. Somehow it felt a bit different from the beginning. More in tune to the presentation that I wanted to see. No video based listicles or sponsored content from someone who doesn't seem to USE the technology like someone like me would. Enjoying the fun and depth in all this interesting stuff. There aren't many channels I genuinely get excited to see the notification of a new video, where I sit down and make the time to really enjoy every one. This channel is one, if not one of the only. I've found all of your work here very comforting to follow and I look forward to being in the audience for however long you want to create. You've done an excellent job here. Thank you!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hey thanks. I make videos to be experienced. I'm glad you reserve yourself a moment in time to really experience them fully. This makes me smile.

  • @kneel1
    @kneel1 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    I had wondered where you came from - figured you were in the [video] industry already due to the exceptionally high quality

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Hey that's really nice of you to say. I've just been teaching myself to make decent videos from watch TH-cam and noticing what I enjoy. It's taken years, and I feel like I have so much more to learn.

  • @toterpinguin7915
    @toterpinguin7915 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Keep making these videos, I definitely enjoy not always watching about the latest and greatest, most advanced gadgets. Sometimes things that don't have much purpose anymore from a rational perspective can still spark curiosity. and your voice and presentation also fits this theme well! all the best

  • @homeserver32
    @homeserver32 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    thanks for making these kinds of videos. i have a very peculiar interest for older mobile devices nobody messes with anymore, and it's nice seeing at least one person bringing some attention towards it.

  • @cromulence
    @cromulence 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    So glad I stumbled upon your videos. Your passion shines through and makes for great viewing.
    One thing I would say is not to be a slave to the algorithm - don’t burnt yourself out in pursuit of views - you do you.
    Looking forward to what you next! And your cat is adorable!

  • @orinokonx01
    @orinokonx01 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    I absolutely love your videos. You have the same interest in electronics I do. I love wanting to know how things work.
    I cannot wait to see what is next in store for you and this channel!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I really glad there are other people that find this kinda stuff interesting. This makes me really happy to hear.

  • @mxskelly
    @mxskelly วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I started watching more recently, seemingly after your quality had significantly improved, and seeing where you came from and all the improvement you've gone through is very impressive. Your videos are extremely good by every measure I can think of, and I'm always excited to see a new upload. Thank you for sharing all of this and I hope you continue to enjoy doing it! It's wonderful to get a glimpse at these treasures in your collection.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      It's felt really good to tell this story. Like a cleansing process. Thank you for watching and coming on this journey with me.

  • @abeervarandey7150
    @abeervarandey7150 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Yours is the best retro electronics channel out there. Wishing you to continue exploring tech and sharing with us.

  • @muhammadshahzaib3813
    @muhammadshahzaib3813 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Hi! I don’t usually comment on TH-cam videos, but I’m a quiet subscriber and a regular viewer of your content. I just wanted to let you know how much I truly enjoy your videos. Your voice is so soothing, especially when I’m feeling tired or stressed - it’s like a breath of fresh air. I really appreciate all the hard work you put into your channel and I’m so glad you decided to create it.❤

  • @AndrewAlanDavidson
    @AndrewAlanDavidson 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thanks very much for the channel. I was a relatively early subscriber and have always loved the quality and depth of your content. I particularly like your upgrade and repair videos of ultra micro PCs and phones. Also love the demo scene content, particularly from platforms which aren’t normally associated with the Demo Scene. Thanks for all the hard work and enjoyment you have given to everyone! Looking forward to the next 100 videos!

  • @lelluc
    @lelluc 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    This channel is such a gem, thank YOU so much for making these videos, with the ways the internet is going nowadays I'm glad there is still a channel that retains the old youtube spirit of just a guy showing off and talking about things they like, without any care on pleasing the algorithm or adding a million sponsor segments.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      With the way things are going financially, expect me to mention a sponsor one day. But not a jarring segment to skip, yuck. Just a mention of something I'm using in a video to help me do a repair. And possibly only in one video.

  • @Enter_D1sc
    @Enter_D1sc 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Hi! I started watching your videos through your e-ink screens video, and I've been loving them since. Your narration, the indepth info, everything here is awesome. Thank you, with love from Brazil.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That was a long time ago, thanks for sticking around!

  • @MathieuBurgerhout
    @MathieuBurgerhout 6 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I'm so glad I found this channel. That YT algorithm isn't that bad after all. Great shots, soothing voice and awesome subjects. Love it. Thank you Janus!

  • @kingsknightuk
    @kingsknightuk 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    ive veen watching for over a year, you're in my top ten youtubers! i love your videos! you put in so much effort! I love the bladerunner over tones to them :) thank you for being you!

  • @concr3t3
    @concr3t3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Wow I made it into a Janus Cycle video!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      You help me by pushing me to improve. There are always going to be times when I can do better. Thanks for sticking by me and continuing to watch as I fumble through :)

  • @simmydsimmyd
    @simmydsimmyd 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    What a lovely video! Thanks for making your channel!

  • @DiogoCustodio
    @DiogoCustodio 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    No suggestion nor idea here. Just want to say thanks for your work. ❤

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I appreciate hearing this.

  • @MrFungi69
    @MrFungi69 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    hi! absolutely love the content, ive re watched most of your videos many times. its not just your style or the tech you cover (which both are on their OWN LEVEL) but that you highlight what the underground was doing to push the limits on some of these devices. tiny hard drive video is when i found and subbed, thanks for everything!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Wow that was a long time ago. Thanks for sticking around. It's been a wild ride. And the journey continues . . .

  • @framebuffers
    @framebuffers วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I think it's been a good couple years since the algorithm waves brought me here, and I remember that a Depeche Mode song reference got me subscribed!
    tbh you have such a chill yet introspective vibe that is very unique. And you cover tech that... sincerely nobody else does. That's the thing I like. And probably that's what makes you unique.
    Keep on going m8, hope we can enjoy years of your curiosity and creativity for these little forgotten gadgets.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you.

  • @feliciomm
    @feliciomm 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Muito obrigado pelo seu tempo e dedicação! Um dos melhores canais do TH-cam, cada vídeo transmite uma calma e um conhecimento absurdo!
    Abraços.

  • @Pepsiphopia
    @Pepsiphopia วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Probably one of my favorite tech channels. With good music!

  • @MrMasterKeyboard
    @MrMasterKeyboard 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    This was a really interesting video actually. I loved it! I will admit I got a tiny bit scared when I saw the title, and thought you were quitting but I’m really happy you aren’t. I love the firmware modding stuff on this channel too.
    I think I found this channel about maybe early last year, maybe before then, I’m not sure. The video I would have watched first would the SIM card cloning one. That’s the one that hooked me on this.
    Can’t wait for your future videos, Janus!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      I though it was time I explained myself a bit more. I'm certainly not quitting but I do need to make some changes sometimes. The good news is I still love going in depth with interesting tech. This will continue, just with some more spice on the plate (I hope) :)

    • @MrMasterKeyboard
      @MrMasterKeyboard 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@JanusCycle ah good then! Do you know what content is next for your channel? Are you sticking with firmware modding and phone stuff?

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Phone modding is core to what I enjoy doing. As is unusual device exploring and tinkering. I'm mostly looking for new ways to tell stories, new things to try, new ideas in the mix. But the tech stays front and center in our hearts and soul :)

    • @MrMasterKeyboard
      @MrMasterKeyboard 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@JanusCycle Ah that's pretty good then! I can't wait for the future of your videos! I wonder what adventures await next... :D

  • @robbie99us
    @robbie99us วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    9:21 I want to believe that many of us (your subscribers) are not attracted to watch short form videos because those kind of videos are made for people with lack of attention. I think people that find your content interesting are not the type of people that watch youtube just because they got nothing better to do, instead many of us want to learn something and try to have a little more of knowledge. Thanks for your content.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      I enjoyed making those shorts because they really pushed me creatively which I enjoyed. But I agree that they're not a great fit for the channel. I'm now looking for other ways to be creative and tell a few smaller stories. That deserve to be heard in addition to the in depth work.

  • @juanmacias5922
    @juanmacias5922 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I really appreciate your work and effort put into this channel, I love your perspectives on electronics, and looking forward to watch more of your videos. :)

  • @techofsundar1925
    @techofsundar1925 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I'm really proud of you bro cause you embrace the old tech. And I'm too. I miss old phones, the feeling, the era. 😢😢😢

  • @AnotherFreakingDude
    @AnotherFreakingDude วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Your videos are great 👍
    These weird devices have some hard to describe unusual charm, you capture that perfectly.

  • @Bleeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaah
    @Bleeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaah 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Keep making those, I really do enjoy them. Your videos are a highlight of my day.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      awesome! thanks

  • @YZoxK52m
    @YZoxK52m 20 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I subscribed after you worked out the audio/video kinks you mentioned in this video. In my experience your channel has always been super high quality. After watching a few of your videos I know whatever videos you produce will be interesting and I no longer worry that the rare or expensive or amazing device being examined or repaired will end up worse off due to accident or incompetence like often happens on other channels. Keep up the good work!

  • @SjoerdBeukers
    @SjoerdBeukers 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Please keep doing what you do! You can see a big upward trend in professionalism. I am a big fan of the channel 😀

  • @JohnJones-oy3md
    @JohnJones-oy3md 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thumbs-up for working Ferris Bueller's Day Off into the video.

  • @TeodorSimion715
    @TeodorSimion715 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Respect the work

  • @sufferingincorporatedtm1781
    @sufferingincorporatedtm1781 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    to me, your videos perfectly represent a kind of retro-futurism, even if a decent chunk of the stuff you look at is only 10-20 years old. you have a very strong aesthetic and style, and i will keep watching :)

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I love retro-futurism. This is a bigger compliment to me than perhaps you realize.

    • @sufferingincorporatedtm1781
      @sufferingincorporatedtm1781 วันที่ผ่านมา

      :D

  • @thisislilraskal
    @thisislilraskal 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I don't allow many channels to send me notifications, but this channel is part of a very short list of whose content i look forward to because i find it very fascinating and i always learn something, so bring it on mate, i can't wait.

  • @Dinesh-XP
    @Dinesh-XP 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Your channel is a treasure trove of content, I particularly enjoy your presentation style which feels professional yet homely at the same time. You probably would reach 100k subscribers by the end of the year I bet :D

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks very much. I must admit I didn't know if anyone would watch when I started. I just kept doing my best.

  • @xavmiz3070
    @xavmiz3070 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I really appreciate your hard work, dedication to curiosity, and the inspiration you provide to tinker and hack on interesting hardware. Lately I've begun similar projects, not as advanced as some of yours but watching you keeps me looking at tech toys in different ways. Salute, and looking forward to watching more.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      It's the exploring that matters and your own journey into tech. If you enjoy the tinkering that you do then I'll always be interested to hear about it.

  • @simpleuserYT
    @simpleuserYT 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank You Janus for making these videos. I am watching you from a small town in India.
    Love your presentation and the cool devices you showcase.

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Hello to a place far from me but just as significant. I'm pleased my work reaches out to the world.

  • @gonzalonecchi3085
    @gonzalonecchi3085 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I started watching your channel when you uploaded your first Palm video, the high-quality visuals and chill vibes is what made me stick around. I hope you keep doing palm videos since I'm a fan of the platform and their devices. I plan to mod my LifeDrive to install a compact flash card before the microdrive craps out, maybe you can do a video about that? Anyway, keep up the excellent work!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I have some Sony CLIEs to explore more Palm OS at the moment. But I am getting more original Palm. Recently a IIIc, not sure if it works yet.

  • @cehrlich
    @cehrlich 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you very much for your work, i enjoy the videos and especially the quality of picture and sound! And, by the way, you have such a great music choice!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks, I'm trying hard to do the best I can. And I only include music that resonates with me in some way :)

  • @NeckUno1
    @NeckUno1 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hello Janus! Great that you are still here providing us your content. You`ve asked for a suggestions to be written in the comments, I have only one - keep doing it and don`t stop. And please, don`t change the format of your channel, it`s original and from the first time I saw your videos i liked it much. There are many youtube channels that I loved, but over the years but as the time goes forward I see that many of this contents has been lost because youtubers found that this could be business instead of real passion. I`m also a big enjoyer of the technology and always wanted to do something similar but I am not strong enough at this moment to be the content creator, maybe in the future. I`m still learnig english and it will not be simple for me to create something to be watched oiutside my country. Take care and always be the same person! Cheers!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thank you, this is a very important suggestion. I promise I won't be changing my format. But I would like to add more videos for devices that deserve to be shown, but are perhaps a bit less involved. This might result in some additional shorter videos.
      My intention is to compliment the regular in depth videos with some extra things. But I promise they will always be worthwhile. I only want to do things worth my time and yours.

  • @ste76539
    @ste76539 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You hands down have the best channel on the platform. Long may it continue.

  • @in-tuition-fj9840
    @in-tuition-fj9840 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I am really amazed at how you started your channel making videos. Congratulations on that lighting setup, the gadgets look amazing in such light. I also really like your voice, you could very well be an audiobook narrator. So tue “It’s weird to see how many people live inside the suffering in their own minds”. Thank you Janus. I am glad you survived the severe appendicitis. I’m also glad people were giving you feedback for improving. I hope you are able to get those videos you lost. I also feel you get more views in your longer videos. I believe shorts videos will be able to be longer starting October 15th I saw that in TH-cam Studio. Good luck on your new projects. Thank you for always making great videos! ❤

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      For a long time I was embarrassed by my cardboard and taped together lights. But I realised that the light they produce has a certain character that would be different if I replaced them with professional lights. I've come to appreciate what I have and I'm so grateful that you enjoy watching :)

    • @in-tuition-fj9840
      @in-tuition-fj9840 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@JanusCycle gratitude is a blessing. I’m so glad you have evolved through time on your improvements, accomplishments and growing your channel. Thank you Janus!

  • @supern0vaa
    @supern0vaa วันที่ผ่านมา

    im super glad you made this channel honestly, i REALLY love old tech and its nice to see someone discussing the bits and bobs of it, thumbs up as always

  • @MazeFrame
    @MazeFrame วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I can't remember how I found your channel, but I am glad I did. It is in the same "cool gadgets from the past" category as CathodeRayDude, Technology Connections and Techmoan.
    Your DIY-video lights are amazing!
    For projects that had a dead-end, maybe start a second channel (JanusStrait?) for them. Preserving tech history is important!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา

      I'm glad to be considered in such good company. I would love to start a second channel. But I feel I can barely create enough for one.

  • @Space_Reptile
    @Space_Reptile 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    ive been a fan of yours for a couple of years now and ill gladly watch whatever video you come up w/ next
    its such a relaxing no nonsense tech channel about things that are plainly interesting instead of "WOW RARE EXITING"
    really comforting to watch in this culture that keeps speeding up
    Edit: that Wristwatch in the outro reel at 11:25, what is that? i hope its featured in a upcoming/existing video as its incredibly neat looking

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      The watch I was building before, when I had time to do such things. Thanks for noticing it. I still want to finish this.

  • @ThePerradox
    @ThePerradox 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Yours is one of my fave tech channels. And as I have said in the past, your voice make this by far the most relaxing tech channel. Looking forward to what will come.

  • @LeeZhiWei8219
    @LeeZhiWei8219 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I really love your content dude. Interesting content, no matter the production quality! You're an awesome dude.

  • @redgek
    @redgek วันที่ผ่านมา

    I know I keep saying the same thing in your videos' comments, but I really do love your channel. There's not much out there about old handheld devices, plus I love your presentation and style. Thank you so much for sharing with us, it's really nice to kick back, relax, and dive for a second back in time and explore all the nifty devices that got replaced with boring slab nowadays. I know the slab is way more multifunction and "convenient" but it loses the soul. The clicks and clacks of physical switches, the sensation of pressing real buttons. The style of the device, etc, etc.
    Anyways getting a bit rambly here, take care and thanks again!
    P.S. Oh and also I recently revived an old Asus PDA my brother had by replacing its battery. Its touch screen seen better days, and there's no sound but it was nice to read modern internet on it with Opera. It runs Windows Mobile 6, very usable OS!

  • @naorunaoru
    @naorunaoru 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you. Your Siemens video inspired me to snatch a C65 in a working condition from fleabay, the same model that I was forced to exchange for a punch to the face about 20 years ago. Keep it up!

    • @JanusCycle
      @JanusCycle  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Nice, I'm looking for some later Siemens models as well.

  • @hendrikmiller6699
    @hendrikmiller6699 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I stumbled upon your channel a year ago or so. You are very talented and I like the narrative that you build in your videos. Keep it up.

  • @ivand5699
    @ivand5699 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I love your content!!!!

  • @saberleo4567
    @saberleo4567 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you for the wonderful look into a recent past that, well is getting more past and less recent, I've gone back and watched pretty much all of your back catalog. Thanks for all the hard work, boop Inky for me, and do a video on the LG Chocolate or when smartphones started to become music players.

  • @edwardfletcher7790
    @edwardfletcher7790 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts and process of creating your channel JC.
    You've changed the way you express yourself quite a bit over the years. Mellowed perhaps?
    Your story is an inspiration to those of us with similar minds to finally get off our butts and "Just do it" .
    PS : Can't wait for your video on that OLED & Matrix LED watch.

  • @szabi113
    @szabi113 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I'm a retro tech (mostly retro cellphone) enthusiast.
    I love your videos. Thanks for making them! 🎉😊