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The first portable computer with a distinct "clamshell" design - the 1982 Grid Compass!

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May 24, 2026 at 11:50 AM
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The late 80s were a time when Zenith Data Systems were very much at their "zenith"!

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June 18, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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Atari finally ventured into the world of portable computers with the Atari Portfolio, released in June of that year.

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June 20, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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Released in 1984, the Data General/One is widely considered one of the most important precursors to modern laptops.

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June 3, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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The HP 110 was Hewlett-Packard's first laptop computer, released in May 1984.

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June 5, 2026 at 11:44 AM
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1985 saw the release of the first laptop device by Japanese manufacturer Toshiba: the T1100!

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June 11, 2026 at 11:48 AM
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Like the Atari Portfolio, the Poqet PC was another groundbreaking palmtop machine compatible with the IBM PC!

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June 22, 2026 at 11:39 AM
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I'm ending the series on "80's Portable Computers" with the iconic MacIntosh Portable!

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June 25, 2026 at 11:53 AM
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Like the SupersPort, the NEC UltraLite line of computers was released in 1988 to positive critical acclaim!

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June 19, 2026 at 11:50 AM
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A number of outstanding portable computers were released in 1984, including the "forefather of smartwatches" - the Seiko UC-2000!

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June 9, 2026 at 11:39 AM
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Even the great late Sir Clive Sinclair gave portable computers a shot with the Cambridge Z88, which some of you may be familiar with 😉

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June 17, 2026 at 11:41 AM
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Vehicle Integrated USB Ports Fail to Meet Power Demands of Modern Laptops
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Vehicle Integrated USB Ports Fail to Meet Power Demands of Modern Laptops
Standard integrated vehicle USB ports are failing to meet the charging requirements of modern laptop computers, exposing a widening hardware gap between
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August 4, 2026 at 7:23 PM
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The LTE was Compaq's first step into notebook territory!

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June 24, 2026 at 11:56 AM
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Just months after releasing the Portfolio, Atari unveiled their second portable computer in 1989 - the Atari STacy!

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June 21, 2026 at 11:44 AM
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Although it was not IBM's first portable computer, the PC Convertible was their first laptop-style machine!

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June 13, 2026 at 11:44 AM
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How many of you remember the Apricot Portable?

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June 7, 2026 at 11:41 AM