Humdinger (computer)

Short description: 8-bit computer introduced in 1983

The Humdinger Color Computer was an 8-bit computer introduced in 1983 by Venture Micro, Inc. of Cupertino, California.

It had the following specifications:[1]

* Zilog Z80 CPU
* 4KB of main memory (expandable to 64KB)
* 58 key, chiclet-style keyboard with rubber keys
* A 256 x 192 pixel, 8 color display with 12 modes
* 4 channel "arcade quality" sound
* Centronics parallel printer interface
* RS232 serial port
* Joystick port
* Cartridge port

The original retail price was US$129.95.[2] It made its first appearance at the 1983 (8th) West Coast Computer Faire March 18–20, 1983.[3]

## References

1. ↑ https://www.atarimagazines.com/creative/v9n6/180_The_8th_West_Coast_Comput.php
2. ↑ https://www.americanradiohistory.com/Archive-Poptronics/80s/1983/CE-1983-06.pdf
3. ↑ http://retro8bitcomputers.co.uk/Content/downloads/magazines/zxcomputing/ZXComputing_Jun-Jul_1983.pdf

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