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sovereignsimmer · 7 months

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SS23 Orpheus Notebook: Personalization at its Best! [Simblreen 2023]

Greetings, fellow simmers!

Ever since the release of Discover University, I've been using "MyComputer UoG X19 Athena". While the Athena laptop has its charm with its assortment of stickers, they mainly revolved around universities and soccer—a hobby I don't personally share, neither do my sims. That's when inspiration struck, leading me to create something new and exciting: the SS23 Orpheus Notebook.

The SS23 Orpheus Notebook offers a world of customization with its three base colors (black, grey, and white) and a whopping 25 sets of unique stickers. In total, you'll have access to a stunning array of 78 swatches, allowing your sims to express their individuality through their customized computers. While crafting these swatches, I took great care to include a wide range of hobbies and interests, catering to every sim's preferences. Whether your sim is into music, cooking, plants, pets, science, or art, there's a sticker set that suits them. And for those who embrace the supernatural, fear not—I've ensured there are plenty of options for vampires, werewolves, ghosts, witches, and more.

Preview gif is under the cut!

But that's not all! The Orpheus Notebook comes with an ACTUAL SIMLISH KEYBOARD, adding an authentic touch to your sim's computing experience!

You can locate it under the Electronics / Computers category in build-buy OR simply head to the search box and use keywords like "sovereignsimmer," "laptop," or "notebook." It is very affordable; reliability is not the best but not the worst either. Despite its low-poly design, the textures are high-quality. When you adjust your graphic settings accordingly, you'll be able to appreciate all the intricate details.

UPDATE 2: Fixed tuning, it is now BGC & added live-drag functionality. Please redownload & enjoy!

Download Here

[Patreon, Always Free ♥ But your donations are greatly appreciated!]

PS: I've also made an override for Discover University notebook, upscaled its textures with AI. In case you want it, I'm dropping link here. Xx

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eightiesfan · 4 months

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#epson #80s #1980s #old computers #80's tech #japan #hx-20 #portable computer #80s tech #bathroom

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legacydevice · 1 year

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IBM PS/2 P70

#uploads #tech #computer #portable computer #techcore #old tech #retro tech #vintage tech #80s #ibm

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cherrie01 · 1 year

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#acorn computer #acorn computer A4 #91 #90s #90s tech #techcore #technology #old tech #old computers #tech #cool tech #portable computer #computer guts

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machetelanding · 2 years

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#atari #atari stacy #atari st #computers #electronics #technology #portable computer #music sequencer #music #audio #vintage #advertisements #1980s

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regretsretrotech · 2 months

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There's a block on my bench... oh wait no, it's a Kaypro. Same difference, just one we tricked a rock into thinking.

Kaypro's are a legendary luggable, that's right than thing was meant to be used on the go. Used is generous term, we'll get back to that. Tough and reliable, these machines found themselves in places that a microcomputer had not been seen before.

In this case for my collection the Kaypro is more than just representing itself, but also representing CP/M machines as a whole, a role that I think it works well in.

CP/M was a once standard OS, much like Windows is now, any company could build a Z80 based computer and license a version of CP/M for it! Once that was done, porting applications was trivial. The OS is extremely simple, the version here for the Kaypro is version 2.2G which is drive aware but has no concept of things like folders (Thats where you store your disks, right?) CP/M precedes MS-DOS (Or more accurately MS DOS is based off CP/M) The basic DOS command for switching disks and displaying a disk directory are identical. Launching a program is just as easy as typing it's name into the command prompt.

For a microcomputer, this system was more aimed at productivity, wordprocessing, spreadsheets and databases were all common applications for CP/M machines although games and BASIC could be found as well as other languages of the day.

Now I mentioned it's a luggable, which is to say, the system closed up could be moved around. It does not have any internal batteries and must be plugged in to run, on top of that this machine is not light, coming in around 40 lbs (19kg)!

#retro computers #retro computing #old computers #portable computer #CP/M #Kaypro

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techtimechronicles24 · 22 days

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🇯🇵 Unveiling the Toshiba T1100: A Journey into the Dawn of Portable Computing!

💻 In the early 1980s, a revolutionary device emerged, transforming the landscape of personal computing forever. The Toshiba T1100, released in 1985, marked a significant milestone in the history of portable computers. The Toshiba T1100 has subsequently been described by Toshiba as "the world's first mass-market laptop computer".

🌐 The Toshiba T1100 was among the first truly portable computers, designed for professionals and enthusiasts seeking computing power on the go. Weighing approximately 4.1 kilograms (9 pounds) with its lead-acid battery, this innovative machine provided users with unprecedented mobility.

⚙️ Equipped with an Intel 80C88 processor running at 4.77 MHz and boasting 256 KB of RAM, the Toshiba T1100 offered impressive computing capabilities for its time. Its 9.6-inch monochrome LCD screen provided a crisp display, while the detachable keyboard enhanced usability.

💾 The T1100 introduced several innovative features, including a built-in 3.5-inch floppy disk drive—a rarity at the time—which allowed for data storage and transfer with ease. This model also featured MS-DOS as its operating system, providing a familiar computing environment.

📈 The Toshiba T1100 set a new standard for portable computing, demonstrating the feasibility and practicality of laptops for business and personal use. Its success paved the way for subsequent generations of laptops, influencing the evolution of mobile computing worldwide.

👨‍💻 For professionals in various industries, the Toshiba T1100 represented a game-changer, enabling efficient data management, word processing, and spreadsheet tasks on the move. Its portability and functionality empowered users to work beyond traditional office environments.

🌟 Today, the legacy of the Toshiba T1100 lives on in the sleek, lightweight laptops and notebooks that have become indispensable tools for modern professionals and digital nomads. This groundbreaking device remains a testament to Toshiba's commitment to innovation and excellence in the field of computing. The Toshiba T1100 remains an iconic symbol of the dawn of portable computing—a chapter in the ongoing story of technological progress that continues to shape our digital world.

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swarmik · 2 years

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Tandy TRS-80 Model 100 batteries still alive

Last summer, I put new set of alkaline batteries in this portable beauty as I needed it for a photoshoot. A few months later, I used the machine also during a vintage computer event and (both times) I forgot to remove them. The stand-by energy consumption is apparently so low that nine months, the computer still holds the data in its RAM disk.

(original article with hi-res photo)

#trs-80 #model 100 #vintage computer #1980s #portable computer

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taperwolf · 1 year

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I just realized I hadn't ever taken pictures of my oldest operational computer — from 1983, my NEC PC-8201A.

This hardware platform was designed and built by Kyocera, and variations were also sold as the Radio-Shack TRS-80 Model 100, the Olivetti M10, and the Kyocera Keytronic. It's based on the Intel 80C85, and came with 16k ram and 32k rom that includes the OS, BASIC interpreter, text editor, and terminal program. The screen displays either 40x8 characters or graphics with a 240x64 resolution.

When I got it, it had no power supply and a dead NiCad battery pack. I managed to find a brick-on-a-string power supply with the right voltage, and modded it to fit, and had a local battery shop rebuild the battery pack with fresh cells. I've been meaning to track down one of the battery packs for it that takes AA cells, but haven't ever gotten to it. Likewise, it's supposed to be pretty straightforward to connect to a more modern system via the serial port, or expand the RAM to 64k, but these are projects that I haven't gotten around to.

#vintage technology #vintage computing #nec pc 8201a #portable computer

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smbhax · 1 year

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The “first full-color portable computer,” the Commodore SX-64, launched in 1984 with a 5-inch built-in screen and video-out, weighed 23 lbs, and did not sell well.

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#commodore #portable #portable computer #commodore sx-64 #c64 #1980s #computing history #personal computer #computer

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zzkt · 2 years

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