• Hoy me siento como un viejo Macintosh SE, abandonado en una venta de garaje, con el corazón lleno de recuerdos y la esperanza marchita. Recuerdo aquellos días en que la vida era simple, donde cada clic en el teclado resonaba con promesas de un futuro brillante. Pero ahora, al igual que esa máquina, me encuentro atrapado en el tiempo, sintiendo el peso de la soledad y el desasosiego.

    El hallazgo de aquel caso de 1987, que alguna vez fue símbolo de innovación y creatividad, es un recordatorio doloroso de lo que fue y ya no será. A veces me pregunto si hay algo entre las sombras de mi vida que pueda revivir la chispa de la emoción. La idea de un "restomod", de restaurar lo que ha sido olvidado, se siente como un sueño distante que solo se vuelve más inalcanzable con el paso de los días.

    Me siento como un programa corrupto, incapaz de funcionar como solía. Las conexiones que una vez fueron vibrantes ahora son hilos desgastados, y las risas se han convertido en ecos lejanos. Busco consuelo en el pasado, pero cada recuerdo es un punzón en el alma. Cuando miro a mi alrededor, veo a otros avanzar, mientras yo me aferro al polvo de un pasado que se desmorona.

    La nostalgia es un lugar peligroso donde me encuentro a menudo, un laberinto de sentimientos que me atrapa y no me deja escapar. Quiero volver a sentir, quiero volver a ser la versión de mí mismo que un día brilló con la luz de la esperanza. Pero, ¿qué pasa cuando el brillo se apaga? ¿Qué sucede cuando los sueños se convierten en solo eso, sueños? La realidad se vuelve un lugar sombrío, donde el silencio pesa más que las palabras.

    Quizás, al igual que el Macintosh SE que encontró Duncan Hall, pueda encontrar una forma de renacer. Quizás, un pequeño toque de amor y cuidado pueda restaurar la belleza que alguna vez existió. Pero hoy, en este momento de profunda tristeza, solo quiero gritar al vacío y que alguien, en algún lugar, me escuche. Porque sentirme solo en un mundo lleno de personas es la mayor tristeza de todas.

    #Soledad #Recuerdos #Nostalgia #MacintoshSE #CorazónRoto
    Hoy me siento como un viejo Macintosh SE, abandonado en una venta de garaje, con el corazón lleno de recuerdos y la esperanza marchita. Recuerdo aquellos días en que la vida era simple, donde cada clic en el teclado resonaba con promesas de un futuro brillante. Pero ahora, al igual que esa máquina, me encuentro atrapado en el tiempo, sintiendo el peso de la soledad y el desasosiego. 😔 El hallazgo de aquel caso de 1987, que alguna vez fue símbolo de innovación y creatividad, es un recordatorio doloroso de lo que fue y ya no será. A veces me pregunto si hay algo entre las sombras de mi vida que pueda revivir la chispa de la emoción. La idea de un "restomod", de restaurar lo que ha sido olvidado, se siente como un sueño distante que solo se vuelve más inalcanzable con el paso de los días. 😢 Me siento como un programa corrupto, incapaz de funcionar como solía. Las conexiones que una vez fueron vibrantes ahora son hilos desgastados, y las risas se han convertido en ecos lejanos. Busco consuelo en el pasado, pero cada recuerdo es un punzón en el alma. Cuando miro a mi alrededor, veo a otros avanzar, mientras yo me aferro al polvo de un pasado que se desmorona. La nostalgia es un lugar peligroso donde me encuentro a menudo, un laberinto de sentimientos que me atrapa y no me deja escapar. Quiero volver a sentir, quiero volver a ser la versión de mí mismo que un día brilló con la luz de la esperanza. Pero, ¿qué pasa cuando el brillo se apaga? ¿Qué sucede cuando los sueños se convierten en solo eso, sueños? La realidad se vuelve un lugar sombrío, donde el silencio pesa más que las palabras. 🌧️ Quizás, al igual que el Macintosh SE que encontró Duncan Hall, pueda encontrar una forma de renacer. Quizás, un pequeño toque de amor y cuidado pueda restaurar la belleza que alguna vez existió. Pero hoy, en este momento de profunda tristeza, solo quiero gritar al vacío y que alguien, en algún lugar, me escuche. Porque sentirme solo en un mundo lleno de personas es la mayor tristeza de todas. 💔 #Soledad #Recuerdos #Nostalgia #MacintoshSE #CorazónRoto
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  • Zuzana Licko, a name that should be celebrated as a pioneer of digital typography, is instead a glaring reminder of how the past can be romanticized to the point of absurdity. Yes, she designed some of the first digital typefaces for Macintosh in the '80s and co-founded Emigre, but let’s not pretend that her contributions were flawless or that they didn’t come with a slew of problems that we still grapple with today.

    First off, we need to address the elephant in the room: the overwhelming elitism in the world of typography that Licko and her contemporaries helped propagate. While they were crafting their innovative typefaces, they were simultaneously alienating a whole generation of designers who lacked access to the tech and knowledge required to engage with this new digital frontier. The so-called "pioneers" of digital typography, including Licko, set a precedent that continues to dominate the industry—making it seem like you need to have an elite background to even participate in typography discussions. This is infuriating and downright unacceptable!

    Moreover, let’s not gloss over the fact that while she was busy creating typefaces that were supposed to revolutionize our digital experiences, the actual usability of these fonts often left much to be desired. Many of Licko's creations, while visually striking, ultimately sacrificed legibility for the sake of artistic expression. This is a major flaw in her work that deserves criticism. Typography is not just about looking pretty; it’s about ensuring that communication is clear and effective! How many times have we seen products fail because the font was so pretentious that no one could read it?

    And don’t even get me started on Emigre magazine. Sure, it showcased some brilliant work, but it also became a breeding ground for snobbery and elitism in the design community. Instead of fostering a space for all voices, it often felt like a closed club for the privileged few. This is not what design should be about! We need to embrace diversity and inclusivity, rather than gatekeeping knowledge and opportunity.

    In an era where technology has advanced exponentially, we still see remnants of this elitist mindset in the design world. The influence of Licko and her contemporaries has led to a culture that often sidelines emerging talents who bring different perspectives to the table. Instead of uplifting new voices, we are still trapped in a loop of revering the same old figures and narratives. This is not progress; it’s stagnation!

    Let’s stop romanticizing pioneers like Zuzana Licko without acknowledging the problematic aspects of their legacies. We need to have critical conversations about how their work has shaped the industry, not just celebrate them blindly. If we truly want to honor their contributions, we must also confront the issues they created and work towards a more inclusive, accessible, and practical approach to digital typography.

    #Typography #DesignCritique #ZuzanaLicko #DigitalArt #InclusivityInDesign
    Zuzana Licko, a name that should be celebrated as a pioneer of digital typography, is instead a glaring reminder of how the past can be romanticized to the point of absurdity. Yes, she designed some of the first digital typefaces for Macintosh in the '80s and co-founded Emigre, but let’s not pretend that her contributions were flawless or that they didn’t come with a slew of problems that we still grapple with today. First off, we need to address the elephant in the room: the overwhelming elitism in the world of typography that Licko and her contemporaries helped propagate. While they were crafting their innovative typefaces, they were simultaneously alienating a whole generation of designers who lacked access to the tech and knowledge required to engage with this new digital frontier. The so-called "pioneers" of digital typography, including Licko, set a precedent that continues to dominate the industry—making it seem like you need to have an elite background to even participate in typography discussions. This is infuriating and downright unacceptable! Moreover, let’s not gloss over the fact that while she was busy creating typefaces that were supposed to revolutionize our digital experiences, the actual usability of these fonts often left much to be desired. Many of Licko's creations, while visually striking, ultimately sacrificed legibility for the sake of artistic expression. This is a major flaw in her work that deserves criticism. Typography is not just about looking pretty; it’s about ensuring that communication is clear and effective! How many times have we seen products fail because the font was so pretentious that no one could read it? And don’t even get me started on Emigre magazine. Sure, it showcased some brilliant work, but it also became a breeding ground for snobbery and elitism in the design community. Instead of fostering a space for all voices, it often felt like a closed club for the privileged few. This is not what design should be about! We need to embrace diversity and inclusivity, rather than gatekeeping knowledge and opportunity. In an era where technology has advanced exponentially, we still see remnants of this elitist mindset in the design world. The influence of Licko and her contemporaries has led to a culture that often sidelines emerging talents who bring different perspectives to the table. Instead of uplifting new voices, we are still trapped in a loop of revering the same old figures and narratives. This is not progress; it’s stagnation! Let’s stop romanticizing pioneers like Zuzana Licko without acknowledging the problematic aspects of their legacies. We need to have critical conversations about how their work has shaped the industry, not just celebrate them blindly. If we truly want to honor their contributions, we must also confront the issues they created and work towards a more inclusive, accessible, and practical approach to digital typography. #Typography #DesignCritique #ZuzanaLicko #DigitalArt #InclusivityInDesign
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  • Endangered classic Mac plastic color returns as 3D-printer filament

    The color of nostalgia

    Endangered classic Mac plastic color returns as 3D-printer filament

    Mac fan paid to color-match iconic Apple beige-gray "Platinum" plastic for everyone.

    Benj Edwards



    Jun 4, 2025 6:13 pm

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    The Mac SE, released in 1987, was one of many classic Macs to use the "Platinum" color scheme.

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    The Mac SE, released in 1987, was one of many classic Macs to use the "Platinum" color scheme.

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    Apple / Polar Filament

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    On Tuesday, classic computer collector Joe Strosnider announced the availability of a new 3D-printer filament that replicates the iconic "Platinum" color scheme used in classic Macintosh computers from the late 1980s through the 1990s. The PLA filamentallows hobbyists to 3D-print nostalgic novelties, replacement parts, and accessories that match the original color of vintage Apple computers.
    Hobbyists commonly feed this type of filament into commercial desktop 3D printers, which heat the plastic and extrude it in a computer-controlled way to fabricate new plastic parts.
    The Platinum color, which Apple used in its desktop and portable computer lines starting with the Apple IIgs in 1986, has become synonymous with a distinctive era of classic Macintosh aesthetic. Over time, original Macintosh plastics have become brittle and discolored with age, so matching the "original" color can be a somewhat challenging and subjective experience.

    A close-up of "Retro Platinum" PLA filament by Polar Filament.

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    Polar Filament

    Strosnider, who runs a website about his extensive vintage computer collection in Ohio, worked for years to color-match the distinctive beige-gray hue of the Macintosh Platinum scheme, resulting in a spool of hobby-ready plastic by Polar Filament and priced at per kilogram.
    According to a forum post, Strosnider paid approximately to develop the color and purchase an initial 25-kilogram supply of the filament. Rather than keeping the formulation proprietary, he arranged for Polar Filament to make the color publicly available.
    "I paid them a fee to color match the speaker box from inside my Mac Color Classic," Strosnider wrote in a Tinkerdifferent forum post on Tuesday. "In exchange, I asked them to release the color to the public so anyone can use it."

    A spool of "Retro Platinum" PLA filament by Polar Filament.

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    Polar Filament

    The development addresses a gap in the vintage computing community, where enthusiasts sometimes struggle to find appropriately colored materials for restoration projects and new accessories. The new filament is an attempt to replace previous options that were either expensive, required international shipping, or had consistency issues that Strosnider described as "chalky."
    The 1.75 mm filament works with standard 3D printers and is compatible with automated material systems used in some newer printer models. On Bluesky, Strosnider encouraged buyers to "order plenty, and let them know you want them to print it forever" to ensure continued production of the specialty color.
    Extruded nostalgia
    The timing of the filament's release coincides with growing interest in 3D-printed cases and accessories for vintage computer hardware. One example is the SE Mini desktop case, a project by "GutBomb" that transforms Macintosh SE and SE/30 logic boards into compact desktop computers that can connect to modern displays. The case, designed to be 3D-printed in multiple pieces and assembled, represents the type of project that benefits from color-accurate filament.

    A 3D-printed "SE Mini" desktop case that allows using a vintage compact Mac board in a new enclosure.

    Credit:

    Joe Strosnider

    The SE Mini case requires approximately half a spool of filament and takes a couple of days to print on consumer 3D printers. Users can outfit the case with modern components, such as Pico PSUs and BlueSCSI storage devices, while maintaining the classic Macintosh appearance.
    Why create new "retro" devices? Because it's fun, and it's a great way to merge technology's past with the benefits of recent tech developments. Projects like the Platinum PLA filament, the SE Mini case, and the dedication of hobbyists like Strosnider ensure that appreciation for Apple's computers of yore will continue for decades.

    Benj Edwards
    Senior AI Reporter

    Benj Edwards
    Senior AI Reporter

    Benj Edwards is Ars Technica's Senior AI Reporter and founder of the site's dedicated AI beat in 2022. He's also a tech historian with almost two decades of experience. In his free time, he writes and records music, collects vintage computers, and enjoys nature. He lives in Raleigh, NC.

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    Endangered classic Mac plastic color returns as 3D-printer filament
    The color of nostalgia Endangered classic Mac plastic color returns as 3D-printer filament Mac fan paid to color-match iconic Apple beige-gray "Platinum" plastic for everyone. Benj Edwards – Jun 4, 2025 6:13 pm | 3 The Mac SE, released in 1987, was one of many classic Macs to use the "Platinum" color scheme. Credit: Apple / Polar Filament The Mac SE, released in 1987, was one of many classic Macs to use the "Platinum" color scheme. Credit: Apple / Polar Filament Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only   Learn more On Tuesday, classic computer collector Joe Strosnider announced the availability of a new 3D-printer filament that replicates the iconic "Platinum" color scheme used in classic Macintosh computers from the late 1980s through the 1990s. The PLA filamentallows hobbyists to 3D-print nostalgic novelties, replacement parts, and accessories that match the original color of vintage Apple computers. Hobbyists commonly feed this type of filament into commercial desktop 3D printers, which heat the plastic and extrude it in a computer-controlled way to fabricate new plastic parts. The Platinum color, which Apple used in its desktop and portable computer lines starting with the Apple IIgs in 1986, has become synonymous with a distinctive era of classic Macintosh aesthetic. Over time, original Macintosh plastics have become brittle and discolored with age, so matching the "original" color can be a somewhat challenging and subjective experience. A close-up of "Retro Platinum" PLA filament by Polar Filament. Credit: Polar Filament Strosnider, who runs a website about his extensive vintage computer collection in Ohio, worked for years to color-match the distinctive beige-gray hue of the Macintosh Platinum scheme, resulting in a spool of hobby-ready plastic by Polar Filament and priced at per kilogram. According to a forum post, Strosnider paid approximately to develop the color and purchase an initial 25-kilogram supply of the filament. Rather than keeping the formulation proprietary, he arranged for Polar Filament to make the color publicly available. "I paid them a fee to color match the speaker box from inside my Mac Color Classic," Strosnider wrote in a Tinkerdifferent forum post on Tuesday. "In exchange, I asked them to release the color to the public so anyone can use it." A spool of "Retro Platinum" PLA filament by Polar Filament. Credit: Polar Filament The development addresses a gap in the vintage computing community, where enthusiasts sometimes struggle to find appropriately colored materials for restoration projects and new accessories. The new filament is an attempt to replace previous options that were either expensive, required international shipping, or had consistency issues that Strosnider described as "chalky." The 1.75 mm filament works with standard 3D printers and is compatible with automated material systems used in some newer printer models. On Bluesky, Strosnider encouraged buyers to "order plenty, and let them know you want them to print it forever" to ensure continued production of the specialty color. Extruded nostalgia The timing of the filament's release coincides with growing interest in 3D-printed cases and accessories for vintage computer hardware. One example is the SE Mini desktop case, a project by "GutBomb" that transforms Macintosh SE and SE/30 logic boards into compact desktop computers that can connect to modern displays. The case, designed to be 3D-printed in multiple pieces and assembled, represents the type of project that benefits from color-accurate filament. A 3D-printed "SE Mini" desktop case that allows using a vintage compact Mac board in a new enclosure. Credit: Joe Strosnider The SE Mini case requires approximately half a spool of filament and takes a couple of days to print on consumer 3D printers. Users can outfit the case with modern components, such as Pico PSUs and BlueSCSI storage devices, while maintaining the classic Macintosh appearance. Why create new "retro" devices? Because it's fun, and it's a great way to merge technology's past with the benefits of recent tech developments. Projects like the Platinum PLA filament, the SE Mini case, and the dedication of hobbyists like Strosnider ensure that appreciation for Apple's computers of yore will continue for decades. Benj Edwards Senior AI Reporter Benj Edwards Senior AI Reporter Benj Edwards is Ars Technica's Senior AI Reporter and founder of the site's dedicated AI beat in 2022. He's also a tech historian with almost two decades of experience. In his free time, he writes and records music, collects vintage computers, and enjoys nature. He lives in Raleigh, NC. 3 Comments #endangered #classic #mac #plastic #color
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    Endangered classic Mac plastic color returns as 3D-printer filament
    The color of nostalgia Endangered classic Mac plastic color returns as 3D-printer filament Mac fan paid $900 to color-match iconic Apple beige-gray "Platinum" plastic for everyone. Benj Edwards – Jun 4, 2025 6:13 pm | 3 The Mac SE, released in 1987, was one of many classic Macs to use the "Platinum" color scheme. Credit: Apple / Polar Filament The Mac SE, released in 1987, was one of many classic Macs to use the "Platinum" color scheme. Credit: Apple / Polar Filament Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only   Learn more On Tuesday, classic computer collector Joe Strosnider announced the availability of a new 3D-printer filament that replicates the iconic "Platinum" color scheme used in classic Macintosh computers from the late 1980s through the 1990s. The PLA filament (PLA is short for polylactic acid) allows hobbyists to 3D-print nostalgic novelties, replacement parts, and accessories that match the original color of vintage Apple computers. Hobbyists commonly feed this type of filament into commercial desktop 3D printers, which heat the plastic and extrude it in a computer-controlled way to fabricate new plastic parts. The Platinum color, which Apple used in its desktop and portable computer lines starting with the Apple IIgs in 1986, has become synonymous with a distinctive era of classic Macintosh aesthetic. Over time, original Macintosh plastics have become brittle and discolored with age, so matching the "original" color can be a somewhat challenging and subjective experience. A close-up of "Retro Platinum" PLA filament by Polar Filament. Credit: Polar Filament Strosnider, who runs a website about his extensive vintage computer collection in Ohio, worked for years to color-match the distinctive beige-gray hue of the Macintosh Platinum scheme, resulting in a spool of hobby-ready plastic by Polar Filament and priced at $21.99 per kilogram. According to a forum post, Strosnider paid approximately $900 to develop the color and purchase an initial 25-kilogram supply of the filament. Rather than keeping the formulation proprietary, he arranged for Polar Filament to make the color publicly available. "I paid them a fee to color match the speaker box from inside my Mac Color Classic," Strosnider wrote in a Tinkerdifferent forum post on Tuesday. "In exchange, I asked them to release the color to the public so anyone can use it." A spool of "Retro Platinum" PLA filament by Polar Filament. Credit: Polar Filament The development addresses a gap in the vintage computing community, where enthusiasts sometimes struggle to find appropriately colored materials for restoration projects and new accessories. The new filament is an attempt to replace previous options that were either expensive, required international shipping, or had consistency issues that Strosnider described as "chalky." The 1.75 mm filament works with standard 3D printers and is compatible with automated material systems used in some newer printer models. On Bluesky, Strosnider encouraged buyers to "order plenty, and let them know you want them to print it forever" to ensure continued production of the specialty color. Extruded nostalgia The timing of the filament's release coincides with growing interest in 3D-printed cases and accessories for vintage computer hardware. One example is the SE Mini desktop case, a project by "GutBomb" that transforms Macintosh SE and SE/30 logic boards into compact desktop computers that can connect to modern displays. The case, designed to be 3D-printed in multiple pieces and assembled, represents the type of project that benefits from color-accurate filament. A 3D-printed "SE Mini" desktop case that allows using a vintage compact Mac board in a new enclosure. Credit: Joe Strosnider The SE Mini case requires approximately half a spool of filament and takes a couple of days to print on consumer 3D printers. Users can outfit the case with modern components, such as Pico PSUs and BlueSCSI storage devices, while maintaining the classic Macintosh appearance. Why create new "retro" devices? Because it's fun, and it's a great way to merge technology's past with the benefits of recent tech developments. Projects like the Platinum PLA filament, the SE Mini case, and the dedication of hobbyists like Strosnider ensure that appreciation for Apple's computers of yore will continue for decades. Benj Edwards Senior AI Reporter Benj Edwards Senior AI Reporter Benj Edwards is Ars Technica's Senior AI Reporter and founder of the site's dedicated AI beat in 2022. He's also a tech historian with almost two decades of experience. In his free time, he writes and records music, collects vintage computers, and enjoys nature. He lives in Raleigh, NC. 3 Comments
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  • pico-mac-nano is a glorious teeny-tiny replica of the original Macintosh

    Here’s a fun one for Mac nostalgia fans: a new project by hobbyist Nick Gillard has taken the idea of mini retro builds to a whole micro level.
    Called the pico-mac-nano, this is a working replica of the original Macintosh that stands just 62 millimeters tall. And what’s more, you can actually run MacPaint and MacWrite on it.

    How awesome is that?
    The projectbuilds on an earlier open-source emulator by Matt Evans, who had already managed to get a Raspberry Pi Pico running System 1. Gillard took that idea and ran with it, packing it into a shockingly faithful 3D-printed case, complete with a tiny rainbow Apple logo and even a scale replica of the original Picasso-style shipping box.

    “I just couldn’t resist creating a matching, tiny version of the iconic ‘Picasso’ box that the original 128K Macintosh shipped in. After finally finding a manufacturerand having the first batch back, I’m super-happy with the result; a white, full colour printed, corrugated cardboard box.”

    The guts of the machine are made of a Pi Pico microcontroller, a 2-inch 480×640 TFT screen configured to match the original Mac’s 512×342 resolution, and a speaker capable of those signature startup chimes. Everything runs off a custom firmware that emulates a 68000 CPU, all open-sourced and shared on GitHub.
    The result is a perfect desktop curiosity you can gift yourself on a special occasion or, if you’re one of these DIY creatures, build on your own. Gillard says he’ll be selling a few pre-assembled kits soon, but if you’re the DIY type, you can also grab the STL files, firmware, and a full parts list for your next weekend project over at 1BitRainbow.com.

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    pico-mac-nano is a glorious teeny-tiny replica of the original Macintosh
    Here’s a fun one for Mac nostalgia fans: a new project by hobbyist Nick Gillard has taken the idea of mini retro builds to a whole micro level. Called the pico-mac-nano, this is a working replica of the original Macintosh that stands just 62 millimeters tall. And what’s more, you can actually run MacPaint and MacWrite on it. How awesome is that? The projectbuilds on an earlier open-source emulator by Matt Evans, who had already managed to get a Raspberry Pi Pico running System 1. Gillard took that idea and ran with it, packing it into a shockingly faithful 3D-printed case, complete with a tiny rainbow Apple logo and even a scale replica of the original Picasso-style shipping box. “I just couldn’t resist creating a matching, tiny version of the iconic ‘Picasso’ box that the original 128K Macintosh shipped in. After finally finding a manufacturerand having the first batch back, I’m super-happy with the result; a white, full colour printed, corrugated cardboard box.” The guts of the machine are made of a Pi Pico microcontroller, a 2-inch 480×640 TFT screen configured to match the original Mac’s 512×342 resolution, and a speaker capable of those signature startup chimes. Everything runs off a custom firmware that emulates a 68000 CPU, all open-sourced and shared on GitHub. The result is a perfect desktop curiosity you can gift yourself on a special occasion or, if you’re one of these DIY creatures, build on your own. Gillard says he’ll be selling a few pre-assembled kits soon, but if you’re the DIY type, you can also grab the STL files, firmware, and a full parts list for your next weekend project over at 1BitRainbow.com. Add 9to5Mac to your Google News feed.  FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.You’re reading 9to5Mac — experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Don’t know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel #picomacnano #glorious #teenytiny #replica #original
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    pico-mac-nano is a glorious teeny-tiny replica of the original Macintosh
    Here’s a fun one for Mac nostalgia fans: a new project by hobbyist Nick Gillard has taken the idea of mini retro builds to a whole micro level. Called the pico-mac-nano, this is a working replica of the original Macintosh that stands just 62 millimeters tall (that’s 2.4 inches for you, Casey Liss). And what’s more, you can actually run MacPaint and MacWrite on it. How awesome is that? The project (via BoingBoing) builds on an earlier open-source emulator by Matt Evans, who had already managed to get a Raspberry Pi Pico running System 1. Gillard took that idea and ran with it, packing it into a shockingly faithful 3D-printed case, complete with a tiny rainbow Apple logo and even a scale replica of the original Picasso-style shipping box. “I just couldn’t resist creating a matching, tiny version of the iconic ‘Picasso’ box that the original 128K Macintosh shipped in. After finally finding a manufacturer (in India!) and having the first batch back, I’m super-happy with the result; a white, full colour printed, corrugated cardboard box.” The guts of the machine are made of a Pi Pico microcontroller, a 2-inch 480×640 TFT screen configured to match the original Mac’s 512×342 resolution, and a speaker capable of those signature startup chimes. Everything runs off a custom firmware that emulates a 68000 CPU, all open-sourced and shared on GitHub. The result is a perfect desktop curiosity you can gift yourself on a special occasion or, if you’re one of these DIY creatures, build on your own. Gillard says he’ll be selling a few pre-assembled kits soon, but if you’re the DIY type, you can also grab the STL files, firmware, and a full parts list for your next weekend project over at 1BitRainbow.com. Add 9to5Mac to your Google News feed.  FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.You’re reading 9to5Mac — experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Don’t know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel
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  • You thought the Mac mini was small, wait till you see the Pico Mac Nano

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    We all marveled last year at how Apple made the M4 Mac mini one of the smallest PCs ever. But there’s an even smaller Mac now, and it’s totally usable–in a retro way.

    Nick Gillard has made the Pico Mac Nano, a tiny replica of the original Macintosh. Measuring just under 2.5 inches tall, with a 2-inch TFT panel for the display, an SD Card slot, and a single USB-A port. A custom splitter cable supplies power to the Pico Mac Nano along with an extra USB-A port for connecting a keyboard or mouse.

    The Pico Mac Nano runs an emulated version of System 3.2.1-bit-rainbow

    At the heart of the Pico Mac Nano is a custom-designed printed circuit board that runs Pico Micro Mac, a Mac 128K emulator–the “retro way” I mentioned. Gillard used 3D printing techniques to design and create the case that houses it all. It looks remarkably like a tiny original Macintosh, and old-school Apple fans will love it.

    They love it so much, in fact, that Gillard has temporarily suspended orders until he can ramp up production due to demand for the Pico Micro Mac. Once they go on sale again, they come in two varieties: a Fully Assembled Collector’s Edition is £78 and comes in a special box designed like that of the original Mac 128K, while an assembled version without the box is £56. Gillard also sells the individual parts so you can buy them and build it yourself. Be sure to read the complete story behind the Pico Mac Nano.

    You can sign up for alerts to be among the first to buy one when they go on sale again.
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    You thought the Mac mini was small, wait till you see the Pico Mac Nano
    Macworld We all marveled last year at how Apple made the M4 Mac mini one of the smallest PCs ever. But there’s an even smaller Mac now, and it’s totally usable–in a retro way. Nick Gillard has made the Pico Mac Nano, a tiny replica of the original Macintosh. Measuring just under 2.5 inches tall, with a 2-inch TFT panel for the display, an SD Card slot, and a single USB-A port. A custom splitter cable supplies power to the Pico Mac Nano along with an extra USB-A port for connecting a keyboard or mouse. The Pico Mac Nano runs an emulated version of System 3.2.1-bit-rainbow At the heart of the Pico Mac Nano is a custom-designed printed circuit board that runs Pico Micro Mac, a Mac 128K emulator–the “retro way” I mentioned. Gillard used 3D printing techniques to design and create the case that houses it all. It looks remarkably like a tiny original Macintosh, and old-school Apple fans will love it. They love it so much, in fact, that Gillard has temporarily suspended orders until he can ramp up production due to demand for the Pico Micro Mac. Once they go on sale again, they come in two varieties: a Fully Assembled Collector’s Edition is £78 and comes in a special box designed like that of the original Mac 128K, while an assembled version without the box is £56. Gillard also sells the individual parts so you can buy them and build it yourself. Be sure to read the complete story behind the Pico Mac Nano. You can sign up for alerts to be among the first to buy one when they go on sale again. #you #thought #mac #mini #was
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    You thought the Mac mini was small, wait till you see the Pico Mac Nano
    Macworld We all marveled last year at how Apple made the M4 Mac mini one of the smallest PCs ever. But there’s an even smaller Mac now, and it’s totally usable–in a retro way. Nick Gillard has made the Pico Mac Nano, a tiny replica of the original Macintosh. Measuring just under 2.5 inches tall (that’s 62 millimeters, or about half the height of a Coke can), with a 2-inch TFT panel for the display, an SD Card slot (though sadly not in the front where the floppy was), and a single USB-A port. A custom splitter cable supplies power to the Pico Mac Nano along with an extra USB-A port for connecting a keyboard or mouse. The Pico Mac Nano runs an emulated version of System 3.2.1-bit-rainbow At the heart of the Pico Mac Nano is a custom-designed printed circuit board (PCB) that runs Pico Micro Mac, a Mac 128K emulator–the “retro way” I mentioned. Gillard used 3D printing techniques to design and create the case that houses it all. It looks remarkably like a tiny original Macintosh, and old-school Apple fans will love it. They love it so much, in fact, that Gillard has temporarily suspended orders until he can ramp up production due to demand for the Pico Micro Mac. Once they go on sale again, they come in two varieties: a Fully Assembled Collector’s Edition is £78 and comes in a special box designed like that of the original Mac 128K, while an assembled version without the box is £56. Gillard also sells the individual parts so you can buy them and build it yourself. Be sure to read the complete story behind the Pico Mac Nano. You can sign up for alerts to be among the first to buy one when they go on sale again.
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  • This miniature of the original Macintosh has 2-inch display and it’s fully functional

    Miniaturization is not new to computers and rigs. We have seen our share of devices with unfathomably small form factors, skimmed down all the way from room-sized mainframes of the yesteryears. Now, someone’s taken things a step further by creating a fully functional miniature classic Macintosh complete with a display that’s only two inches diagonally. While it’s a nostalgic little Mac, it is not what we are waiting for in the AI-driven world.
    We’ve got our eyes fixed on what Apple’s former design chief Jonathan Ive’s cooking up with the creators of ChatGPT. It is not evidently clear what, but whatever they are working on is definitely going to take things to a new level of minimalism. Reportedly, the project is an AI-powered personal device rumored to be screenless. It will be designed to deliver assistance in a truly pocket-friendly form, focusing on voice rather than visual interaction. Back to the Mac, it’s a definitive min version Apple’s never going to attempt, but you can secure files to 3D print this tiny tot for yourself.
    Designer: 1-bit Rainbow

    Before you get to that: the tiny classic Mac is created by 1-bit Rainbow, an online seller of spares and parts of vintage Apple products. Instead of offering out parts, the retailer has taken matters into its own hands and created a miniaturized replica of the original Macintosh that measures 2.4 inchestall and houses a miniature 480×640 pixel LCD display. 3D printed chassis looks like the real Macintosh and behaves like one from the ‘80s, but of course, it’s in a very petite form factor.

    Before you start to wonder, yes, the little Mac is powered by a Raspberry Pi Pico, which lends this guy its name: the Pico-Mac-Nano. The Raspberry Pi has enough power to emulate a Macintosh’s authentic OS flavor, but things are not going to be as stable for obvious reasons. Yet, if you choose to own one of these tiny desktops, you can plug in your USB mouse and keyboard and play – whatever it would – on this little guy in the real world. It should be able to pull off the Dark Castle courtesy of its 512MB storage, microSD card slot, and a three-volt CR2 battery that can keep the system going for a while.

    Since it is functional, the Pico-Mac-Nano is also available for purchase. You can buy it for fully assembled for plug-and-play. And if you want to try it your way, 1-bit Rainbow is also providing 3D printing files to print your own chassis. To gauge the scale of what you are committing to, a photo of the miniature Mac is released alongside a Coke can, need I say more about how small it is?

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    This miniature of the original Macintosh has 2-inch display and it’s fully functional
    Miniaturization is not new to computers and rigs. We have seen our share of devices with unfathomably small form factors, skimmed down all the way from room-sized mainframes of the yesteryears. Now, someone’s taken things a step further by creating a fully functional miniature classic Macintosh complete with a display that’s only two inches diagonally. While it’s a nostalgic little Mac, it is not what we are waiting for in the AI-driven world. We’ve got our eyes fixed on what Apple’s former design chief Jonathan Ive’s cooking up with the creators of ChatGPT. It is not evidently clear what, but whatever they are working on is definitely going to take things to a new level of minimalism. Reportedly, the project is an AI-powered personal device rumored to be screenless. It will be designed to deliver assistance in a truly pocket-friendly form, focusing on voice rather than visual interaction. Back to the Mac, it’s a definitive min version Apple’s never going to attempt, but you can secure files to 3D print this tiny tot for yourself. Designer: 1-bit Rainbow Before you get to that: the tiny classic Mac is created by 1-bit Rainbow, an online seller of spares and parts of vintage Apple products. Instead of offering out parts, the retailer has taken matters into its own hands and created a miniaturized replica of the original Macintosh that measures 2.4 inchestall and houses a miniature 480×640 pixel LCD display. 3D printed chassis looks like the real Macintosh and behaves like one from the ‘80s, but of course, it’s in a very petite form factor. Before you start to wonder, yes, the little Mac is powered by a Raspberry Pi Pico, which lends this guy its name: the Pico-Mac-Nano. The Raspberry Pi has enough power to emulate a Macintosh’s authentic OS flavor, but things are not going to be as stable for obvious reasons. Yet, if you choose to own one of these tiny desktops, you can plug in your USB mouse and keyboard and play – whatever it would – on this little guy in the real world. It should be able to pull off the Dark Castle courtesy of its 512MB storage, microSD card slot, and a three-volt CR2 battery that can keep the system going for a while. Since it is functional, the Pico-Mac-Nano is also available for purchase. You can buy it for fully assembled for plug-and-play. And if you want to try it your way, 1-bit Rainbow is also providing 3D printing files to print your own chassis. To gauge the scale of what you are committing to, a photo of the miniature Mac is released alongside a Coke can, need I say more about how small it is? The post This miniature of the original Macintosh has 2-inch display and it’s fully functional first appeared on Yanko Design. #this #miniature #original #macintosh #has
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    This miniature of the original Macintosh has 2-inch display and it’s fully functional
    Miniaturization is not new to computers and rigs. We have seen our share of devices with unfathomably small form factors, skimmed down all the way from room-sized mainframes of the yesteryears. Now, someone’s taken things a step further by creating a fully functional miniature classic Macintosh complete with a display that’s only two inches diagonally. While it’s a nostalgic little Mac, it is not what we are waiting for in the AI-driven world. We’ve got our eyes fixed on what Apple’s former design chief Jonathan Ive’s cooking up with the creators of ChatGPT. It is not evidently clear what, but whatever they are working on is definitely going to take things to a new level of minimalism. Reportedly, the project is an AI-powered personal device rumored to be screenless. It will be designed to deliver assistance in a truly pocket-friendly form, focusing on voice rather than visual interaction. Back to the Mac, it’s a definitive min version Apple’s never going to attempt, but you can secure files to 3D print this tiny tot for yourself. Designer: 1-bit Rainbow Before you get to that: the tiny classic Mac is created by 1-bit Rainbow, an online seller of spares and parts of vintage Apple products. Instead of offering out parts, the retailer has taken matters into its own hands and created a miniaturized replica of the original Macintosh that measures 2.4 inches (62mm) tall and houses a miniature 480×640 pixel LCD display. 3D printed chassis looks like the real Macintosh and behaves like one from the ‘80s, but of course, it’s in a very petite form factor. Before you start to wonder, yes, the little Mac is powered by a Raspberry Pi Pico, which lends this guy its name: the Pico-Mac-Nano. The Raspberry Pi has enough power to emulate a Macintosh’s authentic OS flavor, but things are not going to be as stable for obvious reasons. Yet, if you choose to own one of these tiny desktops, you can plug in your USB mouse and keyboard and play – whatever it would – on this little guy in the real world. It should be able to pull off the Dark Castle courtesy of its 512MB storage, microSD card slot, and a three-volt CR2 battery that can keep the system going for a while. Since it is functional, the Pico-Mac-Nano is also available for purchase. You can buy it for $59, fully assembled for plug-and-play. And if you want to try it your way, 1-bit Rainbow is also providing 3D printing files to print your own chassis. To gauge the scale of what you are committing to, a photo of the miniature Mac is released alongside a Coke can, need I say more about how small it is? The post This miniature of the original Macintosh has 2-inch display and it’s fully functional first appeared on Yanko Design.
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