[Dylan16807]

> but with what?

The reason it would be a problem is because USB didn't have a suitable port in 1998.

Upgrade to 89 Titanium and it already has a USB (mini) port built in. Mini is not ideal but it's fine. You can get a whole pile of mini and micro adapters for a couple dollars.

The fact that batteries wear out is a significant issue for longevity. Backwards compatibility is a solved problem if you use USB.