Todays #RetroTech
TripleCorner ATR-102- mid 60s contraption
Reel to Reel, AM Radio, Turntable at in one
Records to 1/4” Tape
Runs on 3 D Cells. Built-in speaker. Can be operated with lid closed.
It’s a wonderful contraption
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"More Fun Making It" creates fun videos about repairing and restoring classic computers and other tech, especially the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, Amiga etc. You can follow at:
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MakerTubeMore Fun Making ItJoin me as I fumble around the innards of 40-year-old tech. Relax, put your feet up and watch me build and fix stuff.
@metin@graphics.socialPleasant retro demo-scene vibes… 
https://collidingscopes.github.io/liquid-shape-distortions/
You can unfold a menu with controls at the top right.
collidingscopes.github.ioLiquid Shape Distortionspsychedelic animation generator; (p)art of your next trip
I recently posted a video of Stern's painted light bulbs and mentioned the bulb condoms Williams used. Naturally I was asked to show the condoms!
So here's the difference. Williams put these silicone filters over theirs to change the color. While I'm pretty hardcore Williams fan, I somehow always liked how the painted incandescent bulbs look like.
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𝙱𝚞𝚋 𝚏𝚛𝚘𝚖 𝙱𝚞𝚋𝚋𝚕𝚎 𝙱𝚘𝚋𝚋𝚕𝚎 𝚊𝚜 𝙱𝚞𝚋𝚋𝚕𝚎𝚜 
From a series of tributes to childhood game nostalgia I made in the 2000s.
More Bubble Bobble fan art:
https://graphics.social/@metin/114148830864338068
Some high-res images from this series are available here…
Ekrany (Screens), akryl na płótnie, 120 × 100 cm, 2022.
In this painting, I wanted to explore two themes. On one hand, I aimed to juxtapose three types of "framed images" - in the background, there's a window revealing an overexposed image, next to it, an actual painting on canvas in darkness, and in the foreground, two glowing screens. Through this composition, I wanted to highlight the distinct characteristics of these three image types (a meta-painting commentary).
The second theme I wanted to address is the presence of technology in everyday life. In my paintings, I have explored the visual representation of life with computers and in the virtual world. I concluded that the best way to illustrate this was by showing technology's impact on our surroundings and bodies. The painting depicts my brother's computer setup from a few years ago. I remember it with nostalgia. Back then, my brother used two refurbished monitors and a computer that he later gave me when he upgraded to a better one. On the desk, there’s a pair of headphones - the same model we kept buying for years out of habit until they stopped making them. All of those headphones met the same fate - ending up with a broken plug that we couldn't fix because, after replacing it, only one side would work. My brother cut off all those cables and kept them "for later." "Later" came a few years ago when I started exploring technology-related themes in my art. I began attending events with a few of my favorite (headphones) cables tied around my waist as a belt.
#malarstwo #painting #acrylicpainting #contemporarypainting #contemporaryart #art #postdigitalart #computer #malarstwopolskie #digital #cyber #virtual #nostalgia #retroelectronics #retrotech #headphones #system #screens
In this painting, I wanted to explore two themes. On one hand, I aimed to juxtapose three types of "framed images" - in the background, there's a window revealing an overexposed image, next to it, an actual painting on canvas in darkness, and in the foreground, two glowing screens. Through this composition, I wanted to highlight the distinct characteristics of these three image types (a meta-painting commentary).
The second theme I wanted to address is the presence of technology in everyday life. In my paintings, I have explored the visual representation of life with computers and in the virtual world. I concluded that the best way to illustrate this was by showing technology's impact on our surroundings and bodies. The painting depicts my brother's computer setup from a few years ago. I remember it with nostalgia. Back then, my brother used two refurbished monitors and a computer that he later gave me when he upgraded to a better one. On the desk, there’s a pair of headphones - the same model we kept buying for years out of habit until they stopped making them. All of those headphones met the same fate - ending up with a broken plug that we couldn't fix because, after replacing it, only one side would work. My brother cut off all those cables and kept them "for later." "Later" came a few years ago when I started exploring technology-related themes in my art. I began attending events with a few of my favorite (headphones) cables tied around my waist as a belt.
#malarstwo #painting #acrylicpainting #contemporarypainting #contemporaryart #art #postdigitalart #computer #malarstwopolskie #digital #cyber #virtual #nostalgia #retroelectronics #retrotech #headphones #system #screens
Check out this wild creation from our community member Mictronics, shared in our Discord community! He built a #meshtastic node into an old #nokia 5130, and yes, the multi-tap keyboard works. Absolute retro tech wizardry.
#RetroTech #DIY #MakerCommunity
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I finally assembled a racking setup that allowed me to get all the CRT TVs organized - except for the two in the house for active use.
All of them are rescues, and many still need more thorough testing or calibration, but they're all shelved and accessible now.
One day, I'm hoping to do an interesting combined display with it, like Matrix-style raining text or something kinda spooky for Halloween trick-or-treaters.
Todays #RetroTech Pt2
Sony CRV & WORM Optical (Laser) Discs
Data & Video Version of these are very similar
Almost identical except an ID hole on the WORM Version Caddy & Disc has Sectors - 2 Sided CAV Discs
Sony WDM-6DAO Optical Disc
4.36 GB, Multisession
Write Once Read Many Format
8/10
I can’t believe it! Goal achieved.
The Arteck is a new easily obtainable & affordable #Keyboard. It connects to every persistent #WindowsMobile #PocketPC device that I tested! It’s driverless and the layout is almost perfect for it’s size. It’s also backlit!
I’m confused though. It’s #Bluetooth LE 5.1 and should not work with these Bluetooth Classic 1.2 and 2.0 devices. Whats going on here?
Lets crack it open and take a look.
7/10
Now the best for last! The Arteck HB030B #Bluetooth #Keyboard.
This is a cheap keyboard that you can still find new. It has a chiclet design, is backlit & doesn’t compromise much on the layout other than messing a bit with the Alt, Ctrl and Windows key button arrangement.
Amazingly this Bluetooth 5.1 keyboard connects to all of my iPaqs (111, 210, HX2495, HX2795b) & my #Dell Axim X51V using Passkey 1234!
6/10
This is the #Ipad Kensington Key Folio Pro K39357US.
This #Bluetooth chiclet #Keyboard is fantastic! It is sleek, responsive and feels modern. It also has a decent layout and doesn’t forget the right shift key like the previous Key Folio.
Once again it effortlessly connected to all of my iPaqs (111, 210, HX2495, HX2795b) and surprisingly also connected to my #Dell Axim X51V using Passkey 1234!
5/10
Next up is the #Ipad Kensington Key Folio K39294.
It’s a #Bluetooth 2.0 spill proof rubber covered #Keyboard that drove me crazy due to the right shift key being absent. LOL.
It’s connectivity was identical to the Freedom Pro. It easily connected to all of my iPaqs (111, 210, HX2495, HX2795b) and unfortunately refused to connect to any of my #Dell Axim X50 and X51 series.
4/10
First up is the Freedom Pro #Bluetooth #Keyboard.
This keyboard folds in half and has a slide out removable stand for your #PDA.
I didn’t like it. It was probably decent for the time but we can do much better these days.
Regardless, it easily connected to all of my iPaqs (111, 210, HX2495, HX2795b) and unfortunately refused to connect to any of my #Dell Axim X50 and X51 series.
3/10
It was already going to take some luck to get great compatibility with a random #Keyboard but I also had another goal; the #Bluetooth keyboard needed to run under the HID profile so no driver installation would be necessary.
The dream is to get a new keyboard, connect over Bluetooth and just start typing!
I began researching and securing a variety of keyboards to try & focused my testing on persistent #WindowsMobile 5.0+ devices
2/10
Unfortunately after talking with people & reading up on the #Bluetooth protocol I learned that Bluetooth Classic (1, 2, & 3) is not compatible with the current Bluetooth LE (4, 5, etc.). I had no idea!
A new keyboard seemed doubtful and everyone I talked to suggested buying an old expensive #PocketPC or #PDA #Keyboard but then I got a great suggestion; get an old #Ipad keyboard.
Those are plentiful and cheap!
1/10
Those who have followed me for a while know my obsession with #RetroTech. After my #Palm TX bit the dust, I took the opportunity to jump into the world of #PocketPC.
I wrote several tutorials in the past and recently turned my focused to finding a new #Bluetooth #Keyboard that would be compatible with them. There were some made back when these devices were new but there had to be a better, current solution.
Todays #RetroTech
Sony CRVdisc - Component Recording Video Disc
Pro Recordable LaserDisc
Late 80s, horrendously expensive
CAV Format - 24 mins Video / 43,500 Stills per side
Analogue
Discs were WORM - Write Once Read Many, but multiple sessions could be added
Used by BBC for Globe Idents 91/97
Bonus photo of three sizes of floppy disk: 8”, 5.25”, and 3.5”, with inch-marked banana for scale.
#floppydisk #retrotech #bananaforscale
