Inspired by vintage train station and airport departure boards, the Vestaboard Note offers a stylish, smaller version of the iconic flipboard display. Perfect for adding a retro touch to any home, it allows you to create personalized messages with ease via a dedicated app.
- Compact, nostalgic flipboard display ideal for home use
- Customizable messages through an easy-to-use app
- Subscription unlocks additional dynamic features like quotes and clocks
What happened
Vestaboard introduced the Vestaboard Note, a smaller, more affordable version of its iconic flipboard message display, previously priced at $3,500 for the full model. This new edition costs around $1,000 and shows fewer characters, making it a better fit for apartments and smaller spaces. Users can choose to mount it on the wall or place it on a shelf, and it maintains the nostalgic charm of vintage airport or train station signage.
The device works through a companion app that allows anyone in the household to send customized messages to the board. Features include saving favorites and browsing curated inspirational messages tied to special occasions or themes. While the Note has fewer display slots than the original, it keeps the beloved rotating letter-mechanism that makes the message changes satisfyingly tactile and visually engaging.
Why it feels good
Watching the letters and numbers rotate to form messages evokes nostalgia and a sense of connection to iconic travel hubs of the past like JFK’s TWA Terminal. This blend of retro design with modern tech delivers a unique and delightful experience that transforms everyday messaging into a fun and artistic interaction.
The easy-to-use app encourages family members or roommates to partake in sharing greetings, quotes, or reminders, fostering an interactive home environment. Plus, with a subscription, users gain access to dynamic features such as live countdowns, world clocks, and rotating inspirational quotes that keep the display lively and fresh without requiring daily input.
What to enjoy or watch next
Enjoy using the Vestaboard Note as a dynamic piece of décor that updates throughout the day with personal or curated messages. Its weight and build quality make it a substantial art-like object, while its tech features keep it engaging and versatile beyond traditional static signage.
For those interested in expanding its capabilities, the Vestaboard+ subscription offers valuable enhancements for $119 a year, including themed artwork and automated message routines. Watching how others incorporate the Vestaboard Note into their homes on social media could offer creative ideas for maximizing its charm and utility.