That computer, right there, is a Tandy TRS-80 Model 200.
It debuted in 1985 and features:
2.4 Mhz 80C85 CPU24K RAM (upgradable to a whopping 72k)240 x 128 pixel, mono displayAn RS-232 port that could handle up to 19,200 baudA wicked nice keyboard (one of the best ever in any laptop)
This beauty ran on 4 AA batteries… and lasted 16 hours! Seriously!
No built-in floppy drive… but you could purchase an external, 3.5″ drive for around $200.
Oh, and that person using this glorious machine? That’s none other than Annie Lennox (with her partner in the Eurythmics, Dave Stewart… most likely having some sweet dreams that are made of… 8 Bit, historically significant laptops).
Published on June 19, 2021 09:36