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It's probably just the lighting, but I've never seen an Amiga look so good π
Weirdly, not as abnormally normal as I thought. I like fixing things, and occasionally, I like making things. Here for the retrocomputing community and some music.
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It's probably just the lighting, but I've never seen an Amiga look so good π
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A top shag for Β£4.50 sounds like value for money π
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Eventually, it will be just the one before home π. Enjoy
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It didn't scare me, but the first game that made me think about the main character was Mountain King on the Atari 800xl. It made me a little sad, thinking about him/her all alone on a dark mountain surrounded by bats and large person eating spiders. I hope they made it off the mountain safely π
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Some quiet contemplation while it settles. Just the one before home.
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Delightfully Delicious, Arklow, and it surely was. Enjoy your Sunday. #freeTheBeans
The Technoshed (@thetechnoshed.bsky.social) reposted
Iβve got myself a mangled motherboard from an Atari Falcon030 here! Letβs see if we can repair it. youtu.be/6u-zLlYimew
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What was meant to be a temporary fix done out of curiosity is still ,120 million characters later, working fine. I think it's now a permanent fix. Ml-4410 dot-matrix.
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I loved this show and character. I always thought the theme by Darling Violeta was a perfect fit, moody, and atmospheric. Just hearing it brings back lots of happy memories. Like travelling 170 miles and staying in a hotel, just so I didn't miss the Season 1 double bill finally. Good call Angel
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Probably in a rush to go to market.
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I remember the name and adds, but I always associated them with easy listening type music. Not that it's not easy to listen to Metal ππ€
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
And what a bargain. It's hard to beat the true sound of vinyl.
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That surely looks like a low maintenance, yet comfortable garden π
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Fields of gold. Quiet country roads, sunshine, and some good music. The joys of travelling on the road for work.
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Loved that game when it was first released, but at the time, nobody I knew had played it or even heard much about it. I think that made me like it even more π
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
I make a mental list, forget things on the list, buy things not on the list. Then couldn't be arsed going back to get the things on the list I actually needed π
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Sleeping in a field can be a relaxing way of emptying your mind of thoughts. I can see how creativity could flow after such an experience π
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
I have heard of such tips being utilised too π
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
That's a book I never got to read yet. But I have slept in lots of odd places on occasions. It's not about trying to be creative. it was just a memory brought on by listening to a song that I love.
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I was a massive fan of the Mark 3 sky train, but for me the Mark 4 was a bit of let down. Mark 5 looks so good.
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I dont see the point in lying about your age by 10 years. 8 or 9 years is perfectly understandable and doable with good lighting π
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Recently, on the way home from the pub, I tripped and fell in a field. Knowing it was pointless trying to correct myself, I lay on my back, looking up at the stars and thought of this song. 5 hours later, I woke up being judged by a horse. Living here is not what it seems... Beautiful #UpTheIrons
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For me, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang is even better, dark, funny, stylish, and very clever. Another great movie.
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
Great tune, Sophie. It was added to my Friday night mix.
LukHash (@lukhash.bsky.social) reposted
My track Magnetique in .mod, created on a Commodore Amiga 1200 using ProTracker 2.3D Β· π 4 channels Β· πΎ 127 KB Β· πΆ 24 samples Β· ποΈ Audio captured from real hardware #90s
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He greets me every day like old friends who haven't seen each other in years. Most days, I am thankful...usually, the days I am already awake. π
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A true epic belter no matter what way it's spelt.
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I think it's harsh to call it a disorder. Left-handed people, like Gingers, just need our care and understanding π
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For some reason, I always felt at home on this beach. With the tide out, it became clear why. #Ancientbeachcarvings
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Probably my favourite ever board game. I haven't played it in over 30 years, but I still remember the Oppertunity Cards, Escape equipment cards, the colourful pawns, and great packaging. Looking forward to watching the vid.
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My Gran was trusted wholeheartedly whenever she used her electric tin opener. Never once did she fail to open a tin in one single pass. But eventually, the trust she had in technology was shattered when they introduced ring-pull lids.
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Goonies never say die π Looks lovely, Sophie.
Jan Beta (@janbeta.net) reposted
New video! Testing the Chat64 cartridge which gives you a plug & play instant chatroom on your vintage home computer. YouTube: youtu.be/k7gfhEC5BWg PeerTube: makertube.net/w/hv8FZE9TzU... #Chat64 #Commodore64 #Atari800XL #ZXSpectrum #Atari #Commodore #Sinclair #RetroComputing #VintageComputing
Ally (@ally-s-wallace.bsky.social) reposted
Anyone know which APA (American Pale Ale) / Beer / IPA (India Pale Ale) / Porter / Stout have the highest: 8-prenylnaringenin ? Isoxanthohumol ? Xanthohumol ? - I am thinking about harm reduction. Reposts appreciated.
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
Ah, banter different, some people do cut people out of their interactions for such similar things, but Just because something isn't a lie doesn't mean that it isn't deceptive π
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Playing a friend's 2600 was how I started my interest in computers and games. I just thought it was amazing being able to play games like that at home. It's the reason I bought and restored one recently.
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It's good to have your rules and standards.
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Jus' hang loose, blood. She gonna catch ya up on da rebound on da med side.
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They sound identical to me π
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Batman The Movie, on the Atari ST
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I'd say it was possibly due to the powerhouse Yamaha sound chip π
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
As a RATM fan, I get a clear Atari fan vibe from them. They were most likely raging against the Amiga π€π²
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'She came to me with a serpent's kiss As the Eye of the Sun rose on her lips' SlΓ‘inte..
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Banna Beach One of my favourite beaches, especially on a calm summer day like today. The sea was angry enough to rip the most secure trunks right off you. Lesson learnt π
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I didn't think it did ππ
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Kiwi fruit on a buger still looks and sounds odd, but some people think my banana sandwiches are odd. I won't rush to judge.. just yet π
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
Are you sure those sausages were fully cooked π. Infairness, they are always tastier well done.
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What an impressive sound. I never doubted Yamaha π
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
It's a great game, I had it on the 800xl. I can still hear those warning sirens as you drop out of hyperspace π
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'We could become one last setting sun Or be the sun at the break of dawn'
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Sunday is always a good time for some fresh sea air while enjoying the relaxing sound of the sea.
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It turns out I do regret my conclusion when sober after all π No doubt you will make them all sound even better than they look. Your musical talents were always impressive βΊοΈπ€
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Just a cat performing bullet time. He moves like they do π
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Its always more powerful seeing so many protest peacefully and in bigger numbers than reported too. We are surely living in strange and scary times, mostly caused by one man who has fractured and divided the world.
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In my slightly inebriated state, I've pondered this question long and hard and, based on some brief previous experiences, have come to my satifactory conclusion that I am sure I will not regret when and if sober. No.. π
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social)
'Drink in moderation is one of the most ridiculous statements ever made. You must drink a little more than moderation.' John B. Keane. I concur, sometimes..
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I blame my eagerness to eat it for missing the nose, I mean, egg. In fairness, it looks like a fried breakfast face that Picasso would be proud of π
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I dont believe in breakfast plate segregation. Embrace the beans.
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'Sailing on and on and north across the sea Sailing on and on and north 'til all is calm' Nice evening for some fresh sea air.
The Technoshed (@thetechnoshed.bsky.social) reposted
Hello! I'm messing with internal and external floppies again. I want to boot Gotek game images from an external drive. This time on the Atari STE. Nasty hack. Don't do this. π youtu.be/XZWezG5h5ek
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Tonight's bedtime lullaby, ATWA.. System Of A Down. Surely, 46 seconds is enough time to fall asleep ?
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I'm Broken.. Pantera.
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Some bedtime listening to drift of to. I'm expecting dramatic dreams. What a voice.
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From a local pub. I dont remember prices seeming to be so low, but I have bought a pint at 4, possibly 5 of these prices.
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There are not many more things as calming as a sunset. A view from the harbour wall on a Sunday evening.
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I said it before, and I'll say it again, value for money beans make sense.
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π
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Future Days.. Pearl Jam
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It's not too bad. Nice for a long walk.
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Coming to a decision on the final proportions took longer than actually making it.
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Sometimes, it's hard to find something that suits your purpose. So I made something that did. First, deciding on the best size and layout.
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What else would you be doing on a Sunday afternoon π
Wikipedia (@wikipedia.org) reposted
𧦠Albert Einstein once joked he had become βa lonely old chap who is mainly known because he does not wear socksβ, after decades spent chasing a grand goal: unifying gravity and electromagnetism. π§΅β¬οΈ (1/5)
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
For me, 5 and up is a pub crawl. Anything lower than that is just overt friendliness, if you ask me.
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
True. I should probably stop my overt friendliness.
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social) reply parent
Elevation and viewpoint are always key. Although we are not missing out on much. Every time I wave at those Manx, they never wave back. I know they can see me.
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social)
On a clear day, it's said you can see the Isle of Man from Ireland, but not today. This is Irelands Eye π It's always good to breathe in the sea air.
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If i know anything about sci-fi movies, it's how to recognise a rip in The Spacetime Continuum when I see one. Enjoy your day
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And on May 4th, the paid version, Limewire Pro, was available to download free on Limewire π
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I've moved my Fix It videos to Saturday, so this one has a glaring continuity error Oh, and a broken spectrum to repair
phil2b.bsky.social (@phil2b.bsky.social)
It's reckless to drink on an empty stomach. I've never drank in this pub before. It has long family nostalgic value, which makes me feel at home.
Sophie Rose Music & Pixels (@sophierosemusic.bsky.social) reposted
Weekly retro chart from CrapContent.. youtube.com/watch?v=-x82...
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Looks like it was worth waiting for π
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I'm a simple kind of man, I think... Lynyrd Skynyrd
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I thought it could be helpful for the hard of hearing :)