Can you believe it’s been 30 years since the Macintosh 128 was first released? Time sure flies. It’s amazing to think that a 30 year-old computer could leave a legacy that’s felt even to this day. Especially since it almost didn’t make it. Every modern computer, whether it be laptop, desktop, tablet, smartphone, or otherwise, owes something to the original Mac.
To celebrate this event, here are some Mac 128K-related trappings that I have discovered over the years.
Macintosh 128K overviews/reviews:
The original “1984” Superbowl ad:
Steve Jobs introducing the Mac:
One of the original Macintosh developers, Andy Hertzfeld, runs a website about the development of the original Macintosh. http://www.folklore.org/
He also compiled a book based on the website: Revolution in the Valley: The Insanely Great Story of How the Mac Was Made. I’d highly recommend you read this book, as it provides insight into how this computer came to be.
Of course, all of the Steve Jobs biographies have some chapters dedicated to the development of the original Macintosh.
Here are some interesting articles about the Macintosh 128:
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2429830,00.asp
I think that should do.
Even if you’re not an Apple fan, there’s no denying the significance of this machine. Happy anniversary Macintosh 128K! Here’s to many more memories to come.
Have a story to share of the 128? Be sure to leave it in the comments below.
Thanks for reading!
The Game Babbler 