Kodak’s Charmera camera gets fresh Y2K-inspired designs

Despite being an objectively terrible digital camera, the Kodak Charmera has carved out a surprising legacy. Its success comes down to two things: a low price and a lineup of playful retro designs that nod to the iconic 1987 single-use Kodak Fling. Now, instead of reinventing the concept, Reto,the company licensing the Kodak brand,is doubling down with a Millennium Edition. This new series features seven glossy designs inspired by the tech and visual culture of the early 2000s. Priced at $34.99 each, these cameras are likely to fly off shelves again.

The Millennium Edition isn’t just a surface-level Y2K makeover. Reto has also updated the camera’s internal software, introducing features that enhance the nostalgic experience. The result is a device that captures the look and feel of the turn of the millennium, complete with the same charmingly low-resolution photos that made the original a cult favorite. For collectors and casual buyers alike, these shiny new designs offer a fresh reason to pick up a piece of digital history.