Meet your personal portal to days gone by and daydreams yet to come. Designed with the cozy comforts of your reading nook in mind, this enchanting digital photo album seamlessly weaves together your cherished memories into one magical, story-like experience.
Whether youāre curled up under a blanket or lost in the pages of your latest novel, My StoryNook sets a warm, nostalgic backdrop that transports you into a realm of gentle recollection and heartfelt connection.
Each My StoryNook comes with a free USB-A to USB-C charging cable, so that loading your favorite moments from your computer is finished in seconds.
Orders are processed within 1-2 business days from our warehouses. After dispatch, the estimated delivery time varies based on the shipping method you choose, generally taking anywhere from 3-5 business days.
To track your package in real time, visit our tracking page.
1990\retro offersĀ hassle-freeĀ returns within 30 days of delivery.
If you feel that something is wrong with your order, contact support atĀ support@1990retro.comĀ so we may assist in providing you with an immediate solution.
Your complete satisfaction is important to us. For an overview of what is covered in our Warranty, view our full policyhere.
AtĀ 1990\retro, your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities. Our products are meticulously designed and crafted to meet the highest standards of quality and performance. Hereās how we ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all our users:
Rigorous Quality Testing
Each product undergoes extensive testing during the production process to ensure it functions flawlessly under various conditions. From the durability of its compact design to the reliability of its battery, every detail is carefully inspected to meet our high-quality benchmarks.
Safety-First Design
Your safety matters to us. Our product is equipped with heat-resistant components to prevent overheating during extended use. The materials used are non-toxic and eco-friendly, ensuring peace of mind for you and the environment.
Commitment to Longevity
We believe in creating products that last. Each component is chosen for its durability, and our team is always innovating to provide the best possible performance.
Customer Support Promise
We stand by our products. Should you have any questions or concerns, our dedicated support team is ready to assist you. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us continue to improve. Thank you for making 1990\retro a part of your most cherished spaces. Rest assured that you are holding a product designed with care, precision, and your safety in mind.

Step into your own story
Enchant your memories with a warm, book-worthy narrativeābecause every moment deserves its turn in the spotlight

Cozy & fuss-free
Connect, load up your favorites, and settle in with a cup of tea
(or matcha, if you're feeling dangerous)

Naturally nostalgic
The floating, early-2000s design fits right into your favorite spaceālike it was made to invite candlelight and daydreams
1-Year Warranty
If there is an issue with your purchase, simply let us know within 365 days.
Tracked 4-9 Day Shipping
Follow your order in real-time directly on our website.
Money-Back Guarantee
If you don't absolutely fall in love with it, send it backāno questions asked.
FAQs
Product Shipping & Logistics
Shipping may vary according to your final delivery destination. On average, orders can expect to be processed within 1 business day of purchase (excluding weekends and holidays), and fulfilled between 4 to 7 business days.
All My StoryNook digital photo albums come with our amazing 365-Day Warranty. We may be small, but don't let that fool youāwe make big promises.
Product Overview & Features
Yes! Your digital photo album comes equipped with internal speakers.
Yes! Your digital photo album uses its built-in smart accelerometer/gyrometer to correctly determine which orientation you are attempting to display your memories.
The slide duration for photos is hard-coded at 2.5 seconds.
To customize the slide duration to any amount of time, simply create a customized slideshow using your preferred software media editor, and then export your finished project as an MP4, AVI, MOV, or WMV file.
This method allows for the most accurate control of how your memories are displayed, and also allows for you to include your own personal soundtracks.
The digital photo album's overall dimensions are 4.25 x 6.625 inches, while its display measures 5 inches.
Setup & Installation
After connecting the appropriate ends of the provided USB-C to USB-A cable with your My StoryNook and laptop/PC, access its external storage device (it is labeled "MediaPlayer" by default).
Then, simply drag-and-drop your best moments. That's it!
Be aware that My StoryNook's internal file system automatically organizes uploaded content in traditional alphabetical order, with symbols and numerics taking precedent.
E.g. a file labeled "Alice and I at the beach" will play before a file labeled "Watching a movie with Alice", and a file labeled "2 hot to handle" will play before one labeled "Alice and I at the beach".
Battery & Power
My StoryNook leverages a high-capacity internal 1000mAh lithium ion battery capable of approximately 210 minutes of continuous display without connection to an external power source.
To charge the internal battery using the provided USB cable, simply insert the USB-C male connector into the CHARGE/CONNECT port located on My StoryNook's reverse side. The other end (the USB-A male connector) can be inserted into most universal charging blocks, and then plugged into its appropriate designated outlet.
The charging voltage for its internal battery is DC-5V (1.5A) and supports a wide range of voltages (110-240V AC).
From a state of near-depletion, performing a full recharge may take approximately 40 to 65 minutes.
Image & Video Quality
My StoryNook leverages an IPS (In-Plane Switching) display.
The aspect ratio of media when your digital photo album is vertically upright is 16:9.
The aspect ratio of media when your digital photo album is horizontally upright is 9:16.
*NOTE: an aspect ratio of 1:1 is not currently supported.
When your digital photo album is vertically upright, its media resolution is 480 x 854 pixels (width x length).
When your digital photo album is horizontally upright, its media resolution is 854 x 480 pixels (width x length).
My StoryNook is capable of displaying JPG, BMP, and PNG photographs.
My StoryNook is capable of displaying MP4, AVI, MOV, and WMV videos.
Memory & Storage
My StoryNook can support up to 1GB of photos and videos.
To optimize your amount of available storage, simply use a file compressor on your media before uploading them onto the digital photo album.
Modes & Settings
To view your memories on your digital photo album's display, simply press the ON/OFF button located on its reverse side.
If you have more than one photo or video stored on My StoryNook, but only want to display one of them, short-press the VOLUME button to access the photo album's internal filesystem. The underlying names of all of your media will be listed on the display.
Then, use the VOLUME button to navigate to your preferred photo or video. To confirm your selection, short-press the VOLUME button again.
To return to My StoryNook's default slideshow display mode, simply turn it off and back on using the ON/OFF button.
To toggle the volume from 0 (no sound) to 6 (loudest setting), simply press the VOLUME button located on its reverse side.
Each press increases the volume incrementally by one unit, with the volume resetting back to 0 after 6 has been reached.
Media can be deleted directly on your digital photo album by first connecting it to your laptop or PC using the provided USB cable.
After accessing its removable drive, simply choose the files that you no longer want represented on it and delete them.
Connectivity & Sharing
To connect your digital photo album to your computer, simply use the provided USB-A to USB-C cable.
The external storage drive which is used to store your photos and videos is labeled "MediaPlayer" by default, but can be renamed to any title of your preference.
Device Care
No, the digital photo album is not outfitted with water resistance. It is not recommended to directly-expose it to liquids of any type.
To clean its display and keep it free of dust and other unwanted particles, simply use a microfiber or eyeglass lens cleaning cloth.
Troubleshooting & Repairs
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Warranty & Support
Our full Warranty Policy can be viewed [here].
Tips & Best Practices
To get the most space on your digital photo album, simply apply lossless compression on all of your files before copying them onto My StoryNook's internal drive.
This method assures that your files are as small as possible, and take up the least amount of space while still maintaining their original quality.
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