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.

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1983

Timex/Sinclair 1500

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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1982

Sinclair ZX Spectrum

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

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1984

Sinclair QL

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

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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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After months of very loud speculation, plenty of wishful thinking, and innumerable missed deadlines, where is the Timestar? What ever became of the Trinity Magnum Co? Well, Timex says they get the odd phone call, but no real proposal, no funds to bind a deal, nothing to regard seriously. In short, no negotiation.article, orig pub: 10.27.20, updated: 11.06.25
The Christmas issue of T-S HORIZONS claimed a big scoop from none other then David Higgenbottom Claiming that he had confirmed a new and substantial investment and that he will be able to meet TIMEX’s requirement for acquisition of TIMEX computer technology. You’ll recall that this is the person who has allegedly been on the…article, orig pub: 09.13.22, updated: 11.06.25
Joint publication of three user groups in the San Francisco, San Jose and Oakland Bay area.periodical, orig pub: 12.18.19, updated: 11.06.25
On 4/24/84, I spoke with David Higgenbottom from the Los Angeles area. He is organizing a venture capitalist effort to acquire the licensing rights from TIMEX COMPUTER CORP. This endeavor combines some 47 companies into a publicly held subsidiary of Trinity Magnum of San Diego, CA. There are plans to open a nation wide chain…article, orig pub: 10.07.22, updated: 11.06.25
Created by Dave Franson to support the Timex (TMX) Portugal disk drive systems sold by English Micro Connection and Zebra Systems. Succeeded by FDD Express.periodical, orig pub: 09.16.22, updated: 11.06.25
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