The #FlaccidOstrich repository is now public! https://codeberg.org/hkzlab/Flaccid_Ostrich

The Flaccid Ostrich is a clone of #FloppyEmu, a floppy/smartport emulator for #apple2 and #Macintosh computers.

Thanks to #PCBWay for having sponsored the PCBs for this project!

I recreated the schematics to repair my original unit, and while I was at it, I decided to build a clone using THT technology, just in case someone wants some DIY.

Have fun! If you like my work, feel free to throw a few credits to me via Ko-Fi (link in bio) ☕. I use them to buy components for the projects I work on and release for everyone to use.

They really, really help.

The #FlaccidOstrich repository is now public! https://codeberg.org/hkzlab/Flaccid_Ostrich

The Flaccid Ostrich is a clone of #FloppyEmu, a floppy/smartport emulator for #apple2 and #Macintosh computers.

Thanks to #PCBWay for having sponsored the PCBs for this project!

I recreated the schematics to repair my original unit, and while I was at it, I decided to build a clone using THT technology, just in case someone wants some DIY.

Have fun! If you like my work, feel free to throw a few credits to me via Ko-Fi (link in bio) ☕. I use them to buy components for the projects I work on and release for everyone to use.

They really, really help.

@jbz ooh I’m interested in the 6502 port ( #apple2 ) and will give it a try on real hw. Also can flash it on rom as well.

Help needed to port #FujiNet Battleship to:

#Atari8Bit #Apple2 #ColecoAdam #MSDOS #C64 #Plus4 #VIC20

Code is here:
git@github.com:FujiNetWIFI/fujinet-battleship.git

Code can also be borrowed from:
https://github.com/FujiNetWIFI/fujinet-apps/tree/master/5cardstud/cross-platform

Can you help?

🪨 Bank Street Writer on the Apple 2 🛠️

This is probably the "Oregon Trail" of word processors, a title which holds a special place in many hearts thanks to childhood exposure. Topping productivity sales charts in the early 80s, towering over the PFS series and accounting software, it clearly had a hold on the adult heart as well. Did it find its way into mine?
Also, Clippy pops in to say hello!

https://stonetools.ghost.io/bankstreetwriter-apple2/
#RetroComputing #apple2 #wordprocessing #bankstreet

🪨 Bank Street Writer on the Apple 2 🛠️

This is probably the "Oregon Trail" of word processors, a title which holds a special place in many hearts thanks to childhood exposure. Topping productivity sales charts in the early 80s, towering over the PFS series and accounting software, it clearly had a hold on the adult heart as well. Did it find its way into mine?
Also, Clippy pops in to say hello!

https://stonetools.ghost.io/bankstreetwriter-apple2/
#RetroComputing #apple2 #wordprocessing #bankstreet

Help needed to port #FujiNet Battleship to:

#Atari8Bit #Apple2 #ColecoAdam #MSDOS #C64 #Plus4 #VIC20

Code is here:
git@github.com:FujiNetWIFI/fujinet-battleship.git

Code can also be borrowed from:
https://github.com/FujiNetWIFI/fujinet-apps/tree/master/5cardstud/cross-platform

Can you help?

I keep trying to tell people about #FujiNet.
That it is a WiFi adapter for your favorite #Atari8bit, #Apple2, #ColecoAdam, #TRS80CoCo, #Commodore, #Atari2600, #AtariLynx, and #MSDOS machines, with more to come.

But word isn't getting out.

Can u help?

http://fujinet.online/

I keep trying to tell people about #FujiNet.
That it is a WiFi adapter for your favorite #Atari8bit, #Apple2, #ColecoAdam, #TRS80CoCo, #Commodore, #Atari2600, #AtariLynx, and #MSDOS machines, with more to come.

But word isn't getting out.

Can u help?

http://fujinet.online/

We have Retro Computer Repair party on September 17 at Olimex! https://olimex.wordpress.com/2025/09/09/retro-computer-repair-party-on-september-17th-at-olimex/ If you’re a fan of retro technology or interested in computer repair - come join us on September 17th at the Olimex training building #retrogames #apple2 #repair #retrocomputer

As I don't have any new project in the pipe, I spent my saturday going back to see if I have progressed in #6502 #assembly, and gave a bit of attention to my #Quicktake for #Apple2 JPEG decoder.

I think I progressed: decoding a Quicktake 200 photo now /only/ takes 190 seconds (3 minutes 10), a 25% improvement and a whole minute less than previously!

#RetroComputing

As I don't have any new project in the pipe, I spent my saturday going back to see if I have progressed in #6502 #assembly, and gave a bit of attention to my #Quicktake for #Apple2 JPEG decoder.

I think I progressed: decoding a Quicktake 200 photo now /only/ takes 190 seconds (3 minutes 10), a 25% improvement and a whole minute less than previously!

#RetroComputing

“It’s a bright and sunny day, just right for a stroll in the fresh air. But businessman Graham has got a problem that’s keeping him indoors.

He’s tying to locate the Princess of Serenia (The Wizard and the Princess and Adventure in Serenia) …”

See the pattern? 🤣☺️

#RetroGames / #Apple2 / #KingsQuest <https://hiresadventure.fandom.com/wiki/Serenia>

#retrocomputing #apple2

https://www.colino.net/wordpress/wozamp-a-music-player-for-the-apple-ii/

RP2350pc is Open Source Hardware all in one computer with Dual Core ARM/RISCV processor, 8MB RAM, 16MB Flash, Audio Codec, Four USB hosts, DVI/HDMI video, LiPo UPS, Two UEXT connectors https://olimex.wordpress.com/2025/07/01/rp2350pc-open-source-hardware-all-in-one-computer-with-rp2350b-8mb-psram-16mb-flash-four-usb-host-dvi-hdmi-output-and-audio-codec-for-retro-computer-emulation-and-education/ #oshw #raspberrypi #pico2 #retrocomputer #retrogaming #apple2 #oric

RP2350pc is Open Source Hardware all in one computer with Dual Core ARM/RISCV processor, 8MB RAM, 16MB Flash, Audio Codec, Four USB hosts, DVI/HDMI video, LiPo UPS, Two UEXT connectors https://olimex.wordpress.com/2025/07/01/rp2350pc-open-source-hardware-all-in-one-computer-with-rp2350b-8mb-psram-16mb-flash-four-usb-host-dvi-hdmi-output-and-audio-codec-for-retro-computer-emulation-and-education/ #oshw #raspberrypi #pico2 #retrocomputer #retrogaming #apple2 #oric