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Olimex Launches the Apple II-Inspired, Open-Hardware Neo6502kbd Retro Wedge Computer

Bulgarian open source hardware specialist Olimex has announced a new wedge-format computer inspired by the classic Apple II: the all-in-one open-hardware Neo6502kbd.

"Do you remember Karateka, Lode Runner, and Cross Fire on the Apple II," Olimex founder Tsvetan Usunov asks by way of introduction to his company's latest launch. "Our Neo6502kbd brings it all back — an all-in-one retro computer with a real [MOS] 6502 processor that can emulate the Apple II and Oric Atmos, letting you play all those classic games on your modern DVI/HDMI screen or TV. But it's not just for gaming — you can develop with a full set of 6502 tools: CP/M, ProDOS, BASIC, Pascal, C, Assembler, and Forth."

Olimex has launched a new Apple II-inspired wedge, built around its Neo6502 single-board computer: the Neo6502kbd. (📷: Olimex)

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You Don't Have To Turn Off Your Phone To Switch SIM Cards (But You Probably Should)

A quick step removes the small chance of anything going wrong and requiring more of your time. Mikhail Artamonov/Shutterstock If your phone has a SIM tray, it's not something you likely open often, but there are still reasons to. You may be switching to an MVNO to

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The US Air Force is spending millions on data collected by massive autonomous weather balloons

* WindBorne's weather balloon fleet secures a potential $49 million Air Force contract * The military has ordered $1.7 million in data so far * WindBorne operates about 700 balloons collecting atmospheric measurements worldwide WindBorne Systems has secured a potential $49 million US Air Force agreement, allowing the military to

What To Check If Your Nintendo Switch 2 Isn't Connecting To The TV

Getting a black screen? Try these steps. laur2321/Shutterstock One of the best things about the Nintendo Switch is the ability to play on its built-in screen for on-the-go gaming and then plug into a bigger screen at home for a more cinematic experience. But getting the Switch 2 to

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Musician's multitool destroys your excuses for not practicing guitar

As a once-starry-eyed musician nearing the age of 40, I totally fell for the promo video for this gadget, which describes how there's a lot of friction in simply getting down to practice or play guitar. The Neko promises to get you rockin' out without having to

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You Don't Have To Turn Off Your Phone To Switch SIM Cards (But You Probably Should)

The US Air Force is spending millions on data collected by massive autonomous weather balloons

What To Check If Your Nintendo Switch 2 Isn't Connecting To The TV

Musician's multitool destroys your excuses for not practicing guitar