Steam Powered Telephones

A Lost Technology

Deep in the heart of the 19th century, the steam powered telephone was the height of innovation. With its hissing pipes and creaking gears, it was the epitome of modernity.

The steam powered telephone was the precursor to the modern smartphone, but with a more... rustic charm.

Here are some of the key features:

• Rotary Switches: The precursor to the modern touch screen, these switches required actual human effort.
• Brass Casing Materials: Aesthetically pleasing and prone to oxidation.