Welcome to TimexSinclair.com, your definitive resource for everything related to the Sinclair and Timex/Sinclair computers in the United States. From the groundbreaking Sinclair ZX81 that brought affordable computing to American homes in 1982, to the Timex/Sinclair 2068, we celebrate these remarkable machines that introduced a generation to the world of programming and digital innovation.

Timex/Sinclair

The American chapter—Timex brought Sinclair’s vision to U.S. homes.

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1982

Timex/Sinclair 1000

The U.S. version of the ZX81, available for under $100 at retail stores across America. This machine democratized computing in the United States.

1983

Timex/Sinclair 1500

Enhanced version of the Timex/Sinclair 1000 with 16K RAM built in, ZX Spectrum style case and keyboard.

1983

Timex/Sinclair 2068

Color graphics, sound capabilities, and a cartridge port made the 2068 the ultimate U.S. Sinclair experience with serious computing power.

Sinclair

The pioneering machines from Clive Sinclair that revolutionized home computing.

1980

Sinclair ZX80

The machine that started it all—revolutionary for its price point and brought computing to everyday people.

1981

Sinclair ZX81

The machine that brought computing to the masses. Sold over 1.5 million units worldwide—legendary affordability and hackability made it an icon.

1982

Sinclair ZX Spectrum

The ZX Spectrum brought vibrant color graphics and sound to the home computer market, selling over 5 million units worldwide.

1984

Sinclair QL

Sinclair’s ambitious 32-bit business computer. Multitasking OS, built-in Microdrives—ahead of its time with professional aspirations.

1987

Cambridge Z88

Sinclair’s ambitious 32-bit business computer. Multitasking OS, built-in Microdrives—ahead of its time with professional aspirations.

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Some of you may remember that a LONG time ago, I said I wanted to offer a simple parallel port and use it as the basis of a series of programs designed to show computer hobbyists the what’s, why’s and wherefore’s of “Programming for Ports”. My plan was (and still is) to provide many interestingarticle, orig pub: 01.28.24, updated: 10.08.25
Machine language information storage and retrieval database for the 2068. Later available as a DOCK cartridge with more memory for data. Update July 1991: Using Tom Woods’ 117-byte printer driver from his ProFile 2068 as an example, first load in the program, then make a save of just this block of code by using SAVEproduct, orig pub: 11.30.19, updated: 10.08.25
Product annoucement for VOTEM interface board from Down East Computers.article, orig pub: 10.27.20, updated: 10.07.25
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With this issue, we start a “mini-series” on improving cassette reliability. I’m sure you’ll agree that unreliable LOADs are perhaps one of the most frustrating aspects of personal computing. With a little knowledge about the SAVE/LOAD process, we can take steps to save ourselves a lot of grief. We’ll start the series with a discussionarticle, orig pub: 08.01.25, updated: 10.07.25
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