Commodore 64 Socks
Description: Founded in 1979 in Fremont, California, GRiD Systems Corp. was an early portable computer manufacturer known for producing rugged and semi-rugged machines. GRiD is credited with several pioneering ideas, including the first portable computer, the first clamshell laptop computer, the first commercially available tablet-type portable computer, and the concept of a "bus" for connecting peripherals (using GPIB). The 1982 GRiD Compass 1101 is considered the granddaddy of all present-day laptop computers. It had 256k RAM, an 8086, 320x240 screen, and 384k of internal 'bubble memory' that held data with power off.
Description: The ZX Spectrum is an 8-bit home computer that was developed by Sinclair Research. It was released in the United Kingdom on 23 April 1982, and became Britain's best-selling microcomputer. Referred to during development as the ZX81 Colour and ZX82, it was launched as the ZX Spectrum to highlight the machine's colour display, which differed from the black and white display of its predecessor, the ZX81. The Spectrum was released as six different models, ranging from the entry level with 16 KB RAM released in 1982 to the ZX Spectrum +3 with 128 KB RAM and built in floppy disk drive in 1987; altogether they sold over 5 million units worldwide (not counting unofficial clones).
Description: Are you a fan of old technology and love collecting retro computers? If so, this retro MSX t-shirt is perfect for you! The MSX was a popular personal computer released in the 1980s, and this retro t-shirt pays homage to that incredible time in computing history. With an iconic design, you'll be able to show off your love for this vintage technology in style.
Description: The Commodore Amiga: A Revolutionary Computer in the 1980s and 1990s The Commodore Amiga was a groundbreaking family of personal computers, produced between 1985 and 1994, that set new standards in multimedia computing. Featuring 16-bit and 16/32-bit processors, 256 KB or more of RAM, and mouse-driven graphical user interfaces (GUIs), the Amiga outperformed many contemporary systems. Its custom chipset, equipped with specialized coprocessors for audio, video, and direct memory access, allowed it to handle advanced graphics and sound independently of the main CPU. This unique architecture gave the Amiga a significant edge in graphics-intensive applications, gaming, and multimedia production. As one of the most influential computers of its ti
Description: It’s 1982 and a new home computer graces the scene. Out goes the silent black-and-white experience and in comes a whopping 64K of RAM, full colour graphics and amazing synthesized sound! Over 35 years later, THEC64 brought a re-imagined version of the much-loved home computer to a whole new generation of gamers. Now you can own a piece of retro gaming history with this official merchandise. THEC64 – the world’s best-selling home computer reborn.
Description: The ZX Spectrum is remembered for its rubber keyboard, small compact size and distinctive rainbow motif. It was originally released in 1982 with 16 KB of RAM for £125 Sterling or with 48 KB for £175, these prices were later reduced to £99 and £129 respectively.Owners of the 16 KB model could purchase an internal 32 KB RAM upgrade. Later issue machines required the fitting of 8 dynamic RAM chips and a few TTL chips.
