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“The iconic #Commodore64 home computer is set to make a comeback, and a full-on return to relevance for the brand may follow, as a group of enthusiasts from the Commodore fan community have acquired all rights and #trademarks associated with the company.

The global group – including #Australian retro hardware experts and led by British actor Christian Simpson, also known as retro computer YouTube personality #PeriFractic — has formed a new incarnation of the company called Commodore International.”

“As well as resurrecting the beloved Commodore 64 in a way that supports technology old and new, more than 30 years after the machine was discontinued, the company plans to produce new hardware that embodies the friendly computing and creativity of the 1990s.”

“Simpson has appointed members of the Commodore enthusiast community — many of whom have previously created unofficial Commodore 64 hardware and products — to various roles in the new company. He has also engaged individuals who worked for Commodore decades ago, including the co-creator of the Commodore 64, #AlCharpentier, as technical adviser.

#JakeYoung, a manufacturer of #RetroTech based in #SouthAustralia, will serve as Commodore’s chief technology officer.”

#C64Ultimate #FPGA / #JeriEllsworth / / #DaveHaynie / #BilHerd / #LeonardTramiel / (paywall) <theage.com.au/technology/compu> / <archive.md/x9xmX>

The Age · Computing icon to return as Commodore 64 gets a makeoverBy Tim Biggs

Diesen Oktober/November kommt ein neuer original Commodore 64 Ultimate auf den Markt durch den neuen Commodore Besitzer. Er hat nur die Namens- & Logorechte an Commodore und nicht an dessen Geräten/Technik.

Was meint Ihr, hat die neue Commodore Firma Zukunft und ist es weiterhin ein Commodore?

commodore.net/product-page/com

Holy god I want one. I am not in a position to throw around cash for yet another retro computer, but the gravitational attraction of this device is like a supermassive black hole.
#Commodore64 #C64 #FOMO

CommodoreCommodore 64 Ultimate: BASIC Beige | CommodoreYour childhood just leveled up.The first official Commodore 64 in over 30 years is here - a faithful recreation of the original motherboard on FPGA hardware. Play 10,000+ original games with more RAM & 48Mhz Turbo mode! Plug in dusty old cartridges, CRT TVs, datasettes, or disk drives - it all works.‡ No disk drive needed: Load games using the File Browser from the supplied cassette-style USB thumbdrive, packed with 50+ titles - full games, licensed classics, music, demos, and Commodore's exclusive new sequel to our first ever game - Jupiter Lander: Ascension. Or add your own! Not just a C64 reborn but the C64 upgraded: More memory & faster speed options, dual SID sound chips (virtual or add originals), keyboard macros, even modern printer support! Enjoy HDMI clarity, Wi-Fi game transfer, USB convenience. Hidden inside: the autographs/names of C64 creators past and present - including Albert 'Father of the C64' Charpentier - etched forever in the motherboard copper.* Want something even rarer and more collectible? Inspired by the famous 1 millionth gold C64, the Gold Label Founders Edition adds 24k gold-plated badges, satin gold keys, a translucent amber case, commemorative Commodore gold seal 'share' certificate, "I Rebooted C=" tee, and a gold label holographic serial number sticker starting at 00000001 - that boosts the mission to reboot Commodore. This isn’t tech that controls you. It invites you to play, learn, and create - just like it used to. C64U. Retro gaming. Modern power. ‡ At least 99% compatible with all 80s/90s games, cartridges, and peripherals.* Simulated render shown. Final product may vary. Autograph placeholders shown; names may replace some or all.

The #C64Mini returns on 24th Oct. as the Black Edition, featuring a sleek matte black finish, matching joystick and 25 preinstalled #games.

The 1:2 scale #C64 supports USB peripherals, 720p HDMI output, and 4 save slots per game. It’s plug & play and still supports classic #Commodore64 games via USB.

✅ Included games:
Yeti Mountain, Spinning Image, Steel Ranger, A Pig Quest, Hessian, Joe Gunn: Gold Edition, Hunter’s Moon Remastered, It’s Magic 2, Runn ‘N’ Gunn, Guns ‘N’ Ghosts, Metal Warrior Ultra, Millie & Molly, Rocky Memphis: The Legend of Atlantis, Good Kniight, Planet Golf, Nixy and the Seeds of Doom, P0 Snake, Grid Pix, Caren and the Tangled Tentacles, Ooze: The Escape, Sam’s Journey, Shadow Switcher, Pains ‘N’ Aches, Knight ‘N’ Grail, Galencia