The Hacker Jul 1990
Date: Jul 1990
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Articles
| Title | Description | Computers |
|---|---|---|
| Another Newsletter Editor Turns Over Duties for Need of Rest | Reports that Vernon Smith, editor of the CATS newsletter, is stepping down to rest, with Tim Swenson taking over as editor while Vernon remains as publisher. Brief front-page news item about leadership transitions in affiliated groups. | |
| From the Editor's Desk: Has This Happened Before? | Editorial comparing IBM’s new PS-1 home computer line ($999, department-store sold, built-in modem, Microsoft software bundle) to the original Timex/Sinclair marketing strategy, drawing parallels between the two approaches to bringing affordable computing to mass-market retail channels. | |
| Learn to Fly a 747 on Your 2068 at Home | Announcement of a 747 Flight Simulator program by Derek Ashton for the TS2068, capable of flying over 7 airfields in real time. The program never reached commercial release; interested parties were directed to contact Bob Swoger in Streamwood, IL. | Timex/Sinclair 2068 |
| More User Groups Form New SEG's to Keep Up with the Times | Reports that C/CATS (Portland, OR) is adding a PC Special Education Group (PC-SEG) for MS-DOS users, with its first meeting scheduled for July 13. Announces that The Plotter newsletter will add a new PC PAGE section to serve the expanding membership interests. | |
| PSION MC400 Laptop — A Hands-On Review | Detailed hands-on review of the PSION MC400 Mobile Computer: 640×400 non-backlit screen, 61-key keyboard with touchpad, SSD cartridge slots (ROM/RAM/Flash), and expansion bays for serial/printer, 2400 baud modem, and voice digitiser. Built-in apps reviewed include Diary, Alarm, Database, Text Processor, and Terminal. Review continues in next issue. | |
| Well, I'll Be Switched!!! | Ralph Hammer’s personal account of purchasing a Tandy 1000 SX PC-compatible with RGB monitor, 1200B modem, and ProComm terminal software — while still using his TS-2068 for Cub Scout record-keeping. A candid reflection on transitioning from dedicated TS hardware to PC-compatible systems. | Timex/Sinclair 2068 |