Contemporary computers of Philips VG-8082
Sony Hit-Bit 75S
Manufacturer: Sony
CPU: Zilog Z80 @ 3.58 MHz
The Spanish keyboard version of Sony's implementation of the MSX-1 standard.
CPU: Zilog Z80 @ 3.58 MHz
The Spanish keyboard version of Sony's implementation of the MSX-1 standard.
IBM PCjr (4860)
Manufacturer: IBM
CPU: Intel 8088 @ 4.77 MHz
This is IBM's first computer designed for the home, with a cost-cutting approach compared to its professional terminals.
CPU: Intel 8088 @ 4.77 MHz
This is IBM's first computer designed for the home, with a cost-cutting approach compared to its professional terminals.
Mitsubishi ML-F48
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi
CPU: Z80A NEC clone (D780C-1)
The Mitsubishi ML-F48 is the adaptation for Europe of the ML-F120.
CPU: Z80A NEC clone (D780C-1)
The Mitsubishi ML-F48 is the adaptation for Europe of the ML-F120.
Commodore 16
Manufacturer: Commodore
CPU: MOS Technology 7501 @ 0.89 MHz
It was created with the intention of replacing the Commodore VIC-20.
CPU: MOS Technology 7501 @ 0.89 MHz
It was created with the intention of replacing the Commodore VIC-20.
Commodore 116
Manufacturer: Commodore
CPU: MOS Technology 7501 @ 0.89 MHz
A low-cost model sold in Europe (mostly in Germany).
Technically, it was identical to the C16, but had a smaller case and a rubber keyboard.
CPU: MOS Technology 7501 @ 0.89 MHz
A low-cost model sold in Europe (mostly in Germany).
Technically, it was identical to the C16, but had a smaller case and a rubber keyboard.
Commodore Plus/4
Manufacturer: Commodore
CPU: MOS Technology 7501 @ 1.76 MHz
Its name refers to the ROM-resident office suite composed of four applications (word processor, spreadsheet, database, and graphics).
It was not a success in the United States, but it was sold in Europe.
CPU: MOS Technology 7501 @ 1.76 MHz
Its name refers to the ROM-resident office suite composed of four applications (word processor, spreadsheet, database, and graphics).
It was not a success in the United States, but it was sold in Europe.
Oric Atmos
Manufacturer: Oric
CPU: Synertek SY6502A o Rockwell R6502AP (clones de MOS6502) 6502 @ 1 MHz
This second model corrects the main problem of the Oric-1, which was its "semi-mechanical pivot" keyboard.
CPU: Synertek SY6502A o Rockwell R6502AP (clones de MOS6502) 6502 @ 1 MHz
This second model corrects the main problem of the Oric-1, which was its "semi-mechanical pivot" keyboard.
Sinclair QL
Manufacturer: Sinclair
Launched: Jan 1984
CPU: Motorola 68008 @ 7.5 MHz
Innovations: The first multitasking personal computer to hit the market.
This computer was Sir Clive Sinclair's first attempt at creating a business computer.
Launched: Jan 1984
CPU: Motorola 68008 @ 7.5 MHz
Innovations: The first multitasking personal computer to hit the market.
This computer was Sir Clive Sinclair's first attempt at creating a business computer.
Macintosh 128K
Manufacturer: Apple
Launched: Jan 1984
CPU: Motorola 68000 @ 7.8336 MHz
The first Apple Macintosh.
Launched: Jan 1984
CPU: Motorola 68000 @ 7.8336 MHz
The first Apple Macintosh.
Apple IIc
Manufacturer: Apple
Launched: May 1984
CPU: MOS Technology 65C02
It was the first portable Apple II.
Launched: May 1984
CPU: MOS Technology 65C02
It was the first portable Apple II.
Macintosh 512K
Manufacturer: Apple
Launched: Sep 1984
CPU: Motorola 68000 @ 7.8338 MHz
It was the first update to the original Macintosh 128K.
It was identical to the previous Macintosh, differing only in the amount of RAM (random access memory) it included.
This allowed it to run more complex software, giving it greater business capabilities.
Launched: Sep 1984
CPU: Motorola 68000 @ 7.8338 MHz
It was the first update to the original Macintosh 128K.
It was identical to the previous Macintosh, differing only in the amount of RAM (random access memory) it included.
This allowed it to run more complex software, giving it greater business capabilities.
Sinclair ZX Spectrum+
Manufacturer: Sinclair
Launched: Oct 1984
CPU: Zilog Z80 @ 3.54 MHz
Sinclair incorporated a professional-looking keyboard by abandoning the rubber keys.
Launched: Oct 1984
CPU: Zilog Z80 @ 3.54 MHz
Sinclair incorporated a professional-looking keyboard by abandoning the rubber keys.