The long-awaited third and final Kickstarter for the ZX Spectrum Next is finally here! I couldn’t resist pledging my support, especially since I missed out on the previous two campaigns.
As a longtime fan of the Speccy and an owner of original Spectrum models, this opportunity was too good to pass up. I’m curious to know who else will be joining in on this nostalgic journey!
It’s interesting how nostalgia can shape our perceptions, especially when it comes to computing history. The phrase “can’t afford an Acorn” seems rather odd to be nostalgic about, yet it highlights the longing many of us have for the ’80s.
It’s a testament to the era’s charm and the impact these machines had on our lives. The Acorn Atom was intended for those who found the BBC Micro to be out of reach.
Released in 1980, the Atom served as a more affordable alternative, paving the way for those who wanted to get into computing without breaking the bank. I think Adrian may have mistakenly referred to the Atom when he probably meant the Acorn Electron, which was specifically designed as a lower-cost version of the BBC Micro.
The Electron was quite a sleek-looking machine, and I vividly remember the day my father and I visited a family friend who had just received one. They unpacked the still-boxed Acorn Electron in front of us, and I couldn’t help but admire its design.
Interestingly, a friend of mine had the Electron, while my school was equipped with several BBC Micros. It seems that many educational institutions embraced the BBC Micro, further embedding it into our collective memories of computer education in that era.
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