From pixel-perfect accuracy to AI-assisted upscaling and built-in netplay, a new wave of Game Boy emulators blends nostalgia with modern convenience. This article explores the technical advances, community momentum, developer perspectives, legal considerations, and practical tips for newcomers.
A deep dive into the Kaypro II - the rugged 'luggable' that brought CP/M software to the road, anticipated many laptop design ideas, and helped shape the portable computing we use today.
How Neo Geo Pocket Color emulators have grown from simple ports into polished, feature-rich players that let fans relive - and refine - classic handheld experiences with save states, enhanced graphics, online play and preservation tools.
How pocket calculators - the scientific, financial and graphing devices of the 1980s and 1990s - reshaped classrooms, workplaces and product design, and why their influence still echoes in today’s devices.
From neon gradients and geometric motifs to vaporwave and synthwave visuals, 80s aesthetics are back - powering campaigns, product design, and cultural movements. This post traces the revival, explains why brands are embracing neon, shows real-world examples, and gives practical guidance for using the trend thoughtfully.
Microsoft Works was many families’ first taste of digital productivity: inexpensive, compact, and bundled with countless PCs. This post traces its rise in the 1990s, what made it uniquely useful for home users, why it ultimately faded away, and what its decline tells us about today's productivity landscape.
Once the underdog of the 16-bit era, the TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine is enjoying a renaissance. Improved emulation, fan translations, mini-console releases, and an active community make now the ideal time to experience - or rediscover - this unique library of games.
A deep dive into how the TI-99/4A - Texas Instruments’ classic home computer - can be repurposed today for retro gaming, teaching programming fundamentals, art installations, and maker projects using modern peripherals and emulation tools.