[Coco] The Tri-Annual CoCo 4 Thread

[Bill Loguidice]

You have my vote.

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On Thu, Feb 6, 2014 at 4:57 PM, Mark McDougall <msmcdoug at iinet.net.au>wrote:

> On 7/02/2014 7:36 AM, Bill Loguidice wrote:
>
>  Maybe we can agree that it's important to recreate the CoCo 3
>> as closely as possible and offer "transparent" improvements, like a faster
>> clock speed, improved audio-video modes, etc., that can optionally be
>> taken
>> advantage of. The need to replicate the CoCo 3 solves the problem of these
>> machines breaking down and replacement parts no longer being available,
>> helps the main platform spread in usage, etc., but can still do things
>> that
>> a normal CoCo 3 never could if one so chose.
>>
>
> For me personally, this is exactly what appeals to me about any 'Coco4'.
> But I'd also add the ability to connect modern peripherals, such as
> keyboards, VGA monitors, CF/SD cards in lieu of floppy/HDD etc. And don't
> forget the ability to add functionality for 'real' enhancements that you
> would otherwise have to buy, such as Orchestra 90 cartidges, CocoMax etc,
> that can be built-in. So-called 'transparent' enhancements are a bonus, and
> even enhanced graphics, whilst not essential for me, would be welcomed.
>
> My dream is a replacement board that would fit in the Coco3 case, using
> the original keyboard, with a cartridge slot. But also with everything I
> mentioned above. Or it could sit on a bench, powered by a wall-wart, with
> PS/2 keyboard. Best of both worlds...
>
> But I get that it's not everyone's ideal either.
>
> Regards,
>
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