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armbytes.bsky.social
Paddington using an Archimedes! #Retro #AcornComputers
December 26, 2024 at 3:48 PM
tnmoc.bsky.social
NEW ARRIVAL! Before the iPad, there was the Acorn NewsPAD (1996).
Only two prototypes known to be still in existence, this rare prototype tablet was donated by its designer! While most 90s publishers dismissed digital news, Acorn saw the future.
#RetroComputing #AcornComputers
June 16, 2026 at 2:02 PM
armbytes.bsky.social
Interested in coding on RISC OS? Want to learn more or meet others? Join our friendly fireside chat on Zoom—DM for credentials (unchanged). The event is on Saturday, 26th September at 7:30 pm (GMT).
#Zoom #Meetup #RISC_OS #Coding #Community #RaspberryPi #ARM #Retro #AcornComputers
September 21, 2026 at 4:50 PM
riscosbits.co.uk
Update on what we'll have on offer at the #RISCOSnorth next weekend:

www.riscosopen.org/forum/forums...

#chimeralite
#RISC_OS
#acorncomputers
RISC OS Open: Announcements
https://riscosopen.org/forum/forums/1…
March 15, 2026 at 10:01 AM
tnmoc.bsky.social
Massive thanks to our phenomenal team! 🙌 They've worked tirelessly and are now completely set up for the Econet LAN Party 2025. Get ready for an incredible weekend of connecting, sharing, and creating 2025's biggest Econet network!
#EconetLANParty #AcornComputers #RetroComputing #LANParty
June 7, 2025 at 4:20 AM
philpem.digipres.club.ap.brid.gy
Now I just need to find a copy of Flight Simulator Toolkit for the Acorn Archimedes and I've got the full set. #retrocomputing #riscos #AcornComputers
October 25, 2025 at 11:08 PM
riscosbits.co.uk
RISCOSbits to launch RiscDOCK Lite Editions at the RISC OS North Show

www.riscosopen.org/forum/forums...

#lapdock
#portablerisc_os
#riscoslaptop
#multios
#risc_os
#acorncomputers
March 19, 2026 at 12:58 PM
gpbeat.bsky.social
In the new house I finally have space to have my #BBCMicro set up

#retrocomputing #acorn #acorncomputers #bbc #computers
August 12, 2025 at 1:24 PM
riscosopen.bsky.social
How did RISC OS begin? A Risc by THURsday (Arthur). Read more... www.theregister.com/2022/06/23/h... @theregister.com #RISCOS #TechHistory #RetroComputing #AcornComputers
Support @risc_os in its mission. www.riscosopen.org/content/docu...
August 1, 2025 at 2:26 PM
futurewas8bit.bsky.social
One Owl. Get outa here
Two Owls. Now ya talking.

www.tfw8b.com/product/sd2b...
#BBCMicro #AcornComputers #NoYouCantUseTwoSD2BBCs
Acorn Computers BBC Micro (BBC Master Compact) with an SD2BBC. https://www.tfw8b.com/product/sd2bbc-bbc-micro-spi-sd-card-interface/ Acorn Computers BBC Micro (BBC Master Compact) with two owls. https://www.tfw8b.com/product/sd2bbc-bbc-micro-spi-sd-card-interface/
November 16, 2025 at 9:48 PM
riscosbits.co.uk
RISCOSbits to bring a full range of systems to the #RISC_OS North Show on Saturday 21st March

riscosopen.org/forum/forums...

#risc_os
#AcornComputers
#riscosnorth
March 18, 2026 at 4:23 PM
armbytes.bsky.social
A huge shout-out to everyone who made it. The next meetup is pencilled in for the 13th of June.
#Zoom #Meetup #RISC_OS #Developer #Community #RaspberryPi #ARM #Retro #AcornComputers
armbytes.bsky.social armbytes.bsky.social @armbytes.bsky.social · Apr 20
Interested in coding on RISC OS? Want to learn more or meet others? Join our friendly fireside chat on Zoom—DM for credentials (unchanged). The event is on Saturday, 25th April at 7:30 pm (GMT).
#Zoom #Meetup #RISC_OS #Developer #Community #RaspberryPi #ARM #Retro #AcornComputers
April 26, 2026 at 7:26 AM
riscosbits.co.uk
Coast at your desk with our Show exclusive Welsh Slate Drink Mats (with rubber pads to avoid scratching!). At a bargain price of £5 each.

Limited stock, so hurry up to the RISCOSbits stand!

#CoastingWithRISC_OS
#RISC_OS
#AcornComputers
#riscoslondonshow2025
October 23, 2025 at 7:32 PM
armbytes.bsky.social
This Saturday, March 29th, marks the debut of the RISC OS North show in Warrington, UK. Explore RISC OS, a Raspberry Pi, a RockChip Pinebook Pro, and other amazing hardware and software. Don't miss the latest news, theatre presentations, and various exhibitors. www.riscosnorth.uk #AcornComputers
March 26, 2025 at 4:13 PM
futurewas8bit.bsky.social
5 Random'ish BBC Micro Games: Hobgoblin, Snake Pit (obvs), Skyhawk, Hunchback & Ghouls 👻
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHzG...
#RetroGaming #Retrocomputing #8bit #BBCMicro #Beeb #Acorn #AcornComputers #NoAI
5 Random'ish BBC Micro Games: Hobgoblin, Snake Pit (obvs), Skyhawk, Hunchback & Ghouls 👻
YouTube video by Rod Hull
www.youtube.com
April 6, 2026 at 10:27 PM
riscosbits.co.uk
Did a very interesting interview with a very senior Acorn alumni for @archiveriscos this morning... coming soon to an issue near you!

#ReadAllAboutIt
#risc_os
#AcornComputers
#SystemOne
#Archimedes
#arm
#RiscPC
April 21, 2025 at 3:42 PM
armbytes.bsky.social
A big shout-out to everyone who made it. The next fireside chat is pencilled in for the 9th August. #OpenSource #RISCOS #Community #Code4Fun #Zoom #Meetup #RaspberryPi #ARM #Rockchip #Retro #AcornComputers
armbytes.bsky.social armbytes.bsky.social @armbytes.bsky.social · Jun 30
Are you interested in coding on RISC OS? Want to learn more? Join our friendly fireside chat on Zoom—DM for credentials (unchanged). If you are a developer, come and connect. The event is this Saturday, 5th July, at 7:30 pm (GMT+1). #OpenSource #RISCOS #Community #Code4Fun #Zoom #ARM #RasperryPi
July 6, 2025 at 1:23 PM
armbytes.bsky.social
Interested in coding on RISC OS? Want to learn more or meet others? Join our friendly fireside chat on Zoom—DM for credentials (unchanged). The event is on Saturday, 13th June at 7:30 pm (GMT).
#Zoom #Meetup #RISC_OS #Coding #Community #RaspberryPi #ARM #Retro #AcornComputers
June 8, 2026 at 8:29 PM
philpem.digipres.club.ap.brid.gy
This isn't a repair one should consider doing lightly. But sometimes there's no alternative. #retrocomputing #electronics #acornarchimedes #AcornComputers
ARM3 processor, soldered to an A5000 motherboard. A pin half way up the side closest the camera has been repaired by carving out part of the IC package with a diamond grinder and attaching a hair-thin wire.
October 23, 2025 at 5:45 PM
armbytes.bsky.social
A big shout-out to everyone who made it. The next fireside chat is pencilled in for the 20th September. #OpenSource #RISCOS #Community #Code4Fun #Zoom #Meetup #RaspberryPi #ARM #Rockchip #Retro #AcornComputers
iconbar.com The Icon Bar @iconbar.com · Aug 7
August developer 'fireside' chat on saturday night

www.iconbar.com/articles/Aug...

The next 'fireside' chat of 2025 is on 9th August (this saturday). 7:30pm UK time kick-off and the event is on Zoom.
August developer 'fireside' chat on saturday night
Technology News and Views
www.iconbar.com
August 11, 2025 at 3:16 PM
armbytes.bsky.social
Interested in coding on RISC OS? Want to learn more or meet others? Join our friendly fireside chat on Zoom—DM for credentials (unchanged). The event is on Saturday, 25th July at 7:30 pm (GMT).
#Zoom #Meetup #RISC_OS #Coding #Community #RaspberryPi #ARM #Retro #AcornComputers
July 19, 2026 at 5:35 PM
armbytes.bsky.social
Our next Coding on RISC OS meetup for programmers looking to connect and maybe support others or new starters is this coming Saturday, 20th September, 7:30 pm (GMT+1). Come and join in. DM me for the credentials (no change) #Zoom #Meetup #Retro #AcornComputers #RaspberryPi #ARM
September 15, 2025 at 10:58 AM
armbytes.bsky.social
Interested in coding on RISC OS? Want to learn more or meet others? Join our friendly fireside chat on Zoom—DM for credentials (unchanged). The event is on Saturday, 28th March at 7:30 pm (GMT).
#Zoom #Meetup #RISC_OS #Community #RaspberryPi #ARM #Retro #AcornComputers
March 24, 2026 at 7:55 PM
kevintoms.bsky.social
The Acorn Electron was the lower-cost alternative to the BBC Micro, targeting mainstream audiences with a more affordable price tag.

#KevinToms #AcornElectron #AcornComputers #80sComputers #UKmicrocomputers #homecomputers #microcomputers #retrocomputers #UKretro #UKcomputers
July 31, 2026 at 11:44 AM
armbytes.bsky.social
Without an ARM, there'd be no RISC OS! Modular, compact and quick. #Retro #AcornComputers #OpenSource #RISCOS #London #Show #October
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2022...
A history of ARM, part 1: Building the first chip
In 1983, Acorn Computers needed a CPU. So 10 people built one.
arstechnica.com
September 24, 2025 at 12:48 PM