Gather 'round a virtual table to discuss today's news about yesterday's computers. All the latest from the world of vintage computer hobbyists, collectors and enthusiasts. We cover modern day vintage tech events, new developments for old hardware, the revival of retro tech, and many strolls down memory lane.
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RCR Episode 28: June 2012
Panelists: Carrington Vanston (Hosting), David Greelish and Earl Evans
Topics:
- 6502 emulated in Minecraft
- 44 videos from KansasFest, 1995-2011
- Arkeg: arcade cabinet + beer keg
- Play Wolfenstein 3D online
- 25 years of HyperCard—the missing link to the Web
- Apple 1 auctions at both eBay and Sotheby’s
- Retrobits video of 2011 Portland Retro Gaming Expo
- 2012 event info
- 2012 Classic Console and Arcade Gaming show, June 12)
- Byte magazine reprints Woz’s 1977 Apple II system description
Old Computer Commercials:
- Apple II Forever
Retro Computing Gift Ideas:
- David: My First Laptop Computer Plush Play Set By Gund
- Earl: Subscription to local hackerspace, e.g. Portland’s BrainSilo
- Carrington: Arcade Button Light Switch
Auction Picks:
- Carrington: IMSAI: A key early Apple artifact
- Earl: Vintage IBM Punched Card Gauge
- David: Working Apple Lisa 2 Computer
Intro / Closing Song: Back to Oz by John X – link
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