New RadioShack TRS-80 Model 100?

[James_F]

Alphasmart Website (http://www.alphasmart.com/products/dana_overview.html)

Remember the TRS-80 Model 100??? Looks like somethings never go out of style.

http://www.alphasmart.com/images/dana-header-1.jpg

[James_F]

I think it also look somewhat like an Apple eMate 300.

http://www.everymac.com/images/cpu_pictures/apple_emate_300.jpg

[Mark Holtz]

There is a site (I forget where) where they actually restore Model 100s to working condition. Despite the more advanced laptops, some companies find the Model 100 to be better for their needs.

[James_F]

I used to have one years ago and I have no idea what happened to it. Thats just too bad, was the best portable computer for years even after it was discontinued.

[PeterB]

Commodore made a incredably rare verison of the 64 called the 64LCD. (may have never made it past the proto stage) I had the chance to buy one once at a show for $50. I was broke.

Im still kicking myself on that one.

[Wedgecon]

Add a USB to Serial cable and it would be more handy than a laptop in connecing to the serial ports on routers and switches.

[James_F]

Thats a good point. I can't tell you how many laptops I've dropped while trying to balance them and configure a switch. :bang:

[Wedgecon]

Originally posted by James_F
Thats a good point. I can't tell you how many laptops I've dropped while trying to balance them and configure a switch. :bang:

I see you also practice the art of balancing the laptop on one knee while typing and plugging in cables at the same time

I have gotten in the habit of always asking for the "oldest and cheapest" laptop when I start at a new company. :p

[James_F]

In my prior life. Now I'm just an end user. I get paid more and have less headaches. :D