Technology in the 80's

By Acb0817
  • Sinclair ZX80

    Sinclair ZX80
    This computer, invented by Jim Westwood was entirely made for the sole purpose of being as cheap as possible. They accomplished just that, although the quality and speed of the machine took a little bit of a blow for that same reason. This was said to be the first affordable home computer so Sinclair fulfilled their goal in this computer.
  • TI-99

    TI-99
    This computer was made by Texas Instruments and is most well-known for introducing text-to-speech. It was one of the early home computers and helped transition into more in-depth computers.
  • Macintosh (Mac)

    Macintosh (Mac)
    This computer created by Steve Jobs was most well known for being the first computer with a mouse. This changed computers not just in the US but in the world. It also had is keyboard and was used in businesses and gaming mostly.
  • Commodore Amiga 1000

    Commodore Amiga 1000
    Created by Jay Miner, it was the first multimedia computer and was most commonly known for its graphics its audio, and its ability to multitask.
  • neXTSTEP

    neXTSTEP
    this app-oriented multitasking operation system was invented by Steve Jobs the co-founder, at the time, of neXT Computer Inc. This really changed and highly influenced our current technology with its high resolution and graphical software.