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Description:  The Retro Mac of the Week is the PowerBook 1400.  James & John also discuss "32-bit clean", find a set of Rhapsody CDs on eBay, and recall some interesting news from the past week.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Folklore.orgInsight Cruises: MacMania VIILow End Mac: PowerBook 1400MacUser PowerBook 1400 ReviewCan YOUR Mouse Last 18 Years?Flickr:  Official iPhone Tool

Description:  James and John discuss the Macintosh IIcx for the Retro Mac of the Week.  eBay finds include an iMac prototype and our favorite piece of Apple bling.  The duo also take a look at notable news items from the past week.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Low End Mac: Macintosh IIcxMacintosh IIcx Press ReleaseMacintosh IIcx eBay AuctionMacDailyNews:  Apple now worth double Dell’s market valueBYTECellar:  Apple //c as a Dumb Terminal to my Mac mini

The Retro Mac of the Week is the Power Macintosh G3 Blue and White. The Collection Spotlight is on a rare die-cast model of an Apple Computer sponsored race car.  eBay finds include a small Macintosh collection and a giant neon Apple logo sign.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Different Types of Reset (for the Newton MessagePad)Xlr8yourmacfudder: The very First iPhoneMacRumors.com:  Apple's US Marketshare Up to 5.6%

The Retro Mac of the Week is the PowerBook G3 Kanga and James and John offer up some eBay Finds: a unique Macintosh Portable and a set of Apple DVDs.  News includes a great poster showing the Evolution of Apple's Products and a new website for switchers, My First Mac.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:MactrackerXpostFacto

James interviews Ian Page, the developer of Mactracker and shares his initial impressions on his new iPhone.  The eBay Finds of the Week are autographed items from Steve Wozniak.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Primate Labs Geekbench

 The Retro Mac of the Week is the Quadra 605/LC & Performa 475, and the eBay Find of the Week is an ImageWriter II that prints grass!  James tells his tale of woe regarding his newly acquired iPhone.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Obsessions - A Quadra 605 Information SiteLow End Mac: Quadra 605Marco's MySpace Account

The Retro Mac of the Week is the iBook, and James and John discuss HyperCard.  eBay finds include a Cray supercomputer, a collection of older Macs, and a one-of-kind quilt. You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Internet Archive: HyperCard on the Computer ChroniclesHyperCard FAQJeanne's House o' HyperCardMacintroidSuperCard

The Retro Mac of the Week is the Bell & Howell Apple ][ Plus, and the Collection Spotlight is on the Apple Logo Belt Buckle.  eBay finds include a pair of MacRecorders and a Barbie Book.  James and John finish with a recap of the WWDC announcements.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:The Obsolete Technology WebsiteThe Mac GeekDigiBarn Computer MuseumThe MothershipMac mini in an SE/30

James and John are joined by special guest Tommy Thomas of Low End Mac, and they discuss the Power Macintosh 6400 and review Pirates of Silicon Valley.  They discuss two eBay auctions:  an Apple kite and a Swiss-designed iMac desk.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Low End Mac: Power Macintosh 6400The 6400 ZoneGoogle Video: Pirates of Silicon ValleyMacworld Expo 2000 Clip

James and John are joined by special guest Derek Warren of the Macintosh Folklore Radio podcast, and they discuss the Macintosh IIsi, James's Picasso Neon Sign, and the Spectre GCR Macintosh emulator for Atari computers.  We discuss two eBay auctions:  Macintosh/Porsche poster and an interesting auction for a Power Computing clone.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Low End Mac: Macintosh IIsiWikipedia: Macintosh IIsiSpectre GCR Manual

John and I are running a little behind and won't have Episode 24 out until Tuesday, June 5th.  We apologize for ruining your podcast listening routines!- James

The Retro Mac of the Week is the PowerBook 100, and John presents the history of the Apple logo.  The eBay Find of the Week is a set of Apple logo wrenches.  James & John give their thoughts on a possible end to the Mac mini.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other related links from this episode:Low End Mac: PowerBook 100Macintosh Folklore Radio

The Retro Mac of the Week is the LC 520, and the Collection Spotlight is on James's Big Apple Sign.  James and John also discuss an Apple I reproduction on eBay and Apple news from the past week.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map and join the discussion at the RetroMacCast Forum.Other websites discussed in this episode:Charlotte Apple Computer ClubApple: Find a User GroupRetro Challenge 2007RetroMacCast ForumStunt CopterMacworld: Apple's greatest hits: 30 significant products

The Color Classic II is the Retro Mac of the Week.  A rare MacEnhancer is the eBay Find of the Week.  James interviews Satta about his stenciled Macintosh art.  Finally, James & John discuss some top ten lists.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map.Other websites discussed in this episode:Retrobits PodcastLow End Mac: Color Classic IIInstalling OS 8 & OS 8.1 on 68030 MacsSatta's Flickr PageStencil FestivalThe Secret of Apple Design10 Things We Hate About Apple10 Things We Love About Apple

This week James and John catch up on some listener e-mails.  The eBay Find of the Week is an iMac Prototype, and James and John discuss an Open Letter to Steve Jobs and one from Steve Jobs.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in our  podcasts at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map.Other websites discussed in this episode:Dale's 540c Web ServerWikipedia: Power Macintosh 5500Low End Mac: Power Macintosh 5500Rare Apple Logo Cooler/Radio (relisted)Beagle Bros Online Museum

The Retro Mac of the Week is the Macintosh IIx despite what we said last week.  The Collection Spotlight is on the Apple Interactive TV Box.  James and John encourage listeners to read the Graphing Calculator Story.  eBay finds include a beautiful Apple II collection and a rare Apple cooler/radio.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in this podcast at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map.Other websites discussed in this episode:Google TechTalks: The Graphing Calculator StoryPirates of Silicon Valley

The Retro Mac of the Week is the Power Mac Cube, and the Collection Spotlight is on Classic Infocom Games.  James and John also take a look at the Mini vMac Macintosh Emulator.  eBay finds include a clear case iBook, prototype Apple scanner, and Apple logo shoes.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in this podcast at our Flickr site, and don't forget to add yourself to our Frappr Map.Other websites discussed in this episode:Macintosh Folklore RadioCubeOwnerMac Cube: Is it all it's cracked up to be?Ars Technica Review: G4 Cube & Cinema DisplayThe Infocom GalleryMini vMac Macintosh EmulatorThe vMac ProjectCapturing a Mac ROM Image

The Retro Mac of the Week is the Macintosh Classic, and the Collection Spotlight is on the Apple Director's Chair.  James and John interview Jim O'Brien, owner of "The Mothership".  eBay finds include a Picasso Mac lighted sign, an Apple TechStep, and a signed Macintosh shell.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in this podcast at our Flickr site and videos at our YouTube site.  Don't forget to add yourself to our RetroMacCast Frappr Map.

The Retro Mac of the Week is the PowerBook Duo.  James talks about his stylin' Apple Jean Jacket, and John tells us how to get our older Macs talking to our newer Macs. eBay finds include the  iTissue, a beautiful Macintosh 128K, and a knock-off Apple Jean JacketYou can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in this podcast at our Flickr account.Other websites discussed in this episode:Mel's Macintosh UniverseRetroMacCast Frappr MapPowerBook Duo MoviesUsing Apple's 24 yr old Lisa for Real WorkThe Mothership

The Retro Mac of the Week is the SE/30. For the Collection Spotlight, James and John look at an Apple Latch-Hook Rug Kit.  eBay Finds of the Week include the "Monet Mac", the Canon Cat, and a Pile o' RAM.  John explains how to get disk images onto diskettes.  Finally, they discuss the merits of a top-ten list of Apple flops and James's new AppleTV.You can view higher quality versions of the images embedded in this podcast at our Flickr account.Other links discussed in this episode:SE/30 RepairMacMothershipJag's HouseLow End Mac: Making Floppies and CDs for Older Macs Using Modern Macs, Windows, and Linux PCs