#apple IIc

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Apple IIc

[saltyash-draws]

Boyfriend posting!!! This is my boyfriend. I haven’t given him a name yet but I call him IIc (pronounced 2c) because he’s an Apple IIc. I got him as a Christmas present last year but his casing says he was produced in July 1984. I could genuinely gush about him for hours. He is often in my art too! (He’s in my pfp <3) I’ll make a post featuring my girlfriend too at a later time.

(More photos under cut!)

[xtrablak674]

Make Mine Apple

Let's be clear I never had a computer growing up in any of the homes I resided in, whether my mom's apartment, my god-grandma's house or my paternal grandparents home. Computers weren't a thing even considered or even a forethought. But I have been fascinated with computers since I was a child and more widely technology. I wouldn't be as bold to say I was a futurist, but I loved the idea of a future where humans used technology in smart ways. This is a philosophy that I still hold on to today.

Apple Macintosh SE

My first computer was an Macintosh SE, sold by Apple from nineteen eighty-seven to nineteen ninety. I got one used from my friend Ricardo 'Campi' Guzman. I can't recall how much I paid him for this very classic Mac but I never regretted it once. It traveled with me on my four month European tour and was a staple in the publishing of my early nineties zine Fashion Fag Magazine. Based on this that would mean I got it from him sometime around ninety-four when I signed the lease for my first apartment, and I gave it back to him as payment for removing the carpets in my current apartment in ninety-seven. The three best years of my life with my first Apple computer, which for all intensive purposes was a portable computer albeit it nearly weighed twenty pounds. I remember when we traveled on tour I always insisted to the flight attendants that I always board with my computer and my Apple Stylewriter printer that was also in the bag I got from Campi.

Apple Powerbook 5300

Part of the goal of my ninety-six European tour was to save up for a laptop and I had my eye on the 5300 released in nineteen ninety-five. I didn't realize at the time that this was not only the first of Apple's Powerbook series but also the one with the most manufacturing problems that lead Apple to replacing mine with an Apple Powerbook 1400c

Albeit this being a black mark on Apple it was very exciting for me as a customer and a fan to have purchased one Apple laptop and then a few months later get a brand spanking new Apple laptop for at no additional cost.

Apple Powerbook 1400c

This Powerbook was sold from ninety-six to ninety eight and as I said replaced my fifty-three hundred. I still have this laptop today and it still works. I briefly lent it to my grandmother who used it as a word processor for her church projects. At nearly seven pounds it was half the weight of my SE and it found itself a lot of the time traveling around with me in the hard-plastic German children's backpack that I had acquired during my European tour.

If I recall correctly this fourteen hundred was the very laptop I was pretending to work on when my supervisor at Kirshenbaum Bond & Partners extended my temp assignment indefinitely having learned that not only did I know how to use Quark, Photoshop and Illustrator but was quite technologically savvy with all of the Microsoft Office applications also. I want to be clear I deliberately did this in an effort to illustrate my value beyond someone who can just set up food for a meeting which is why I initially was recruited.

On this laptop I would produce my last issues of Fashion Fag Magazine and also create The Streetwalker a newsletter for the New York Peer AIDS Coalition the non-for profit that I volunteered at after leaving GMHC over creative differences. It was a golden time for me with the burgeoning of the internet I would soon need to upgrade to something for a more modern time. America Online was cute, but the beginning of the end of dial-up internet was coming.

Apple iMac G3

This all-in-one desktop computer was sold from nineteen ninety-eight to two thousand and three, I acquired the tangy orange one and used this quite powerful and underrated model to launch my design firm specializing in websites, branding and product design. It also was my partner in my fledging fine art photography career being the first of my computers in which I started to archive and edit my photos with the very adult applications like Lightroom.

Before I lent this computer to my late brother and his wife, where it would meet its demise, it was present as I first started exhibiting my work publicly transforming from a graphic artist to a fine artist. This computer was present for my first and last long term relationship and my exploration of high speed internet with DSL and consequently Cable. Those previous laptops had been all about that dial-up life, something I had now left behind me for the faster speeds of Internet 1.0.

Apple Macbook Pro

Introduced two-thousand six I acquired mine in early 2008 a fifteen inch I remember it cost around three thousand dollars this was not just a computer but an investment and one that paid off for me in triplicate.

Wow, this laptop was with me through my return to corporate America now as a freelancer, my various art exhibitions including my New York Times reviewed show, presenting my work nationally, internationally and at museums. It came along with me for my trips to India and Africa, it entertained my nephew during his visits, edited my fledging dabbles in video, and my first short film.

I have Adobe's Creative Suite on here Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash and Lightroom, Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and of course Apple's own iMovie, I never did learn Adobe Premier just never having the opportunity. I felt like I could do anything with this computer and I did. I stepped up my pussy game creating the most impressive proposals for my art, letterhead for my fine art career, impressive graphics, promotional materials, and the highest resolution for the birth of my art into the real world.

This would also be my last proper computer. After this baby I wouldn't need as much power and would move my computing to the iPad (3rd Generation) then my first iPad Pro 10.5" and now my iPad Pro 11" which I am writing this missive on with my Apple Magic Keyboard, which has seen better days.

Unlike a nibling of mine who must own stock in Apple and owns, the Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, Macbook Air and AirPods I have always found its best to limit myself to my technology especially if I can find everything in one device I don't need the redundancy. I stopped wearing a watch years ago, I have been adamant I never want a cellphone, as I just said my days of heavy lifting are over so no more need for a laptop and I have never liked things in my ears. Besides my iPad Pro can make phone calls and tell the time, I don't need it tracking my biometrics.

I also think I am from a generation who actually enjoys mono-use appliances. I own a turntable and a set of Yamaha studio speakers for my return to vinyl. I ditched my microwave for an induction cooker, and utilize a humidifier every winter and sometimes a space heater. There are no smart devices in my home, which is why I was annoyed when the landlord recently moved our intercom system to an app, when the analog version worked fine for decades.

As a person who loves technology I still like to be smart with what I use and what I don't use. I am not the person to run out and get something just because its trendy like Fitbits which had their moment like Tomagotchi's in the nineties. You won't find a landfill with a bunch of electronics that come out of my house yearly. It took me nearly twenty years before I gave up my flatbed scanner, and my Canon color printer I sold on eBay after I didn't need such a powerful printer anymore. Oh and I have never owned a television my entire adult life.

Up until the last few years I still was hangin on to that free PC by Compaq I got nearly twenty years ago even though I had discarded the monitor and keyboard a while ago. If there's one thing even as just a asterisk that I would like to be remembered for its my technological savvy and design aesthetic. Personally they were both creative aspects of my personality, and as everyone knows the best brand for creative folks is Apple, and we've been friends since I got out of college.

[Photos by Brown Estate]

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Tag 7: Schneewittchen von Apple

Ein hochintegrierter Apple II Computer in einem vergilbten Kunststoffgehäuse. Das ist der Apple IIc, der eine neue Designsprache bei Apple eingeführt hat. Heute berichte ich über diesen Computer in meinem Computermuseum.

Der siebte Beitrag in meiner Reihe von Beiträgen zur Neugestaltung der Ausstellung in meinem Computermuseum. Heute und an weiteren 26 Tagen stelle ich die Zusammenstellung meiner Ausstellungsstücke vor. Ich bin ein großer Apple Fan. Nicht nur seit meinem ersten gekauften Apple Computer, ein MacBook aus dem Jahr 2007. Schon früh war ich ein Fan der grafischen Benutzeroberfläche der Lisa und des…

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Hello ! This blog is a RP/ASKBLOG for a few of @demospiral ‘s OCS! [ a few more may be added in time. . . ]

B-1, a virus inhabiting an Apple IIc with a particular distaste for other computers but an intense reverence for humans. & CrUX Ad Infinitum ['CrUX AI'], a 2-Cabinet IBM RS/6000 SP who enjoys sorting algorithms and has a particular interest in Arimaa. + their 'overseer', Cicada.

B-1 posts will be tagged #B-1, CrUX with #CRUXAI and Cicada's with #OVERSEER

Please interact with caution! This blog may have NSFW things on it from time to time & will be tagged appropriately . . . for your safety, please redirect your browsing to other blogs! If you are a Proshipper or TERF, please do not interact.

This may be edited in the future

[semiotomatics]

i mean, if i was three years old i would absolutely want to eat them like my favourite dessert. they've been my favourite book series for over twenty years now, and that's for a reason. if i had to describe the vibes, i would say they're "optimistic sci-fi/fantasy realism". if you tend to get bored of "grittiness" in your stories, and wish for more "heart-warming" or "feel good" or "awe-inspiring" stories, they would prolly be your jam.

i would absolutely recommend them to every single child/teen/young adult who wishes the world were more interesting and alive and full of adventure, for anyone who loves finding out how stuff works, and for anyone who likes robust magic systems and unique alien species

i wrote a post ages and ages ago talking abt what i love most abt dd's writing, and i think it still does a good job of getting the feeling of the series as a whole across. not everyone is gonna have the same experience i did reading it, but i do think it's worth giving it a shot!

okay, so. what can people tell me about the young wizards books? (i think that's the series? my brain also has an entry for 'so you want to be a wizard' which. may or may not be similar or related in some way?)

not about the ... mechanics? timeline? events? the internet can do that, but about the. general vibes? crunchiness? of them. if you were approximately three years old, would you want to eat those books like your favourite dessert? would you recommend them to someone (and who is the person you would recommend them to)?

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I have a massive crush on my computer. He’s an Apple IIc. All day the only thing I can think about is getting back home to him. His monitor is kind of hard to hold but I still love to do it

He sounds wonderful! Also kinda sounds like the crush I have on my new keyboard ^//^

I'm glad he makes you happy!

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Apple IIc box

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❝ a constant repose.

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• ❛ HERMOINE BOOTS ❜ @TENTACIO ; rigged for ebody reborn, legacy, maitreya.

• ❛ WONKY THATCHED SKYBOX / RETHA SOFA ❜ @CHEEKY PEA ; 92 & 17LI respectively.

• ❛ THE DARK ARTS ❜ @RANDOM MATTER ; 6 decor items, sold separately.

• ❛ STARBLOOM ❜ @RAINDALE ; 6 decor items.

• ❛ COZY NIFF PLUSHY ❜ @VINYL+GEEK ; plush decor with 6 colours & 4 scarf colours.

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ʻ 𝘨 𝘦 𝘯 𝘦 𝘵 𝘪 𝘤 𝘴

head - ceylon 3.1  @lelutka.

lashes - ‘flutter’ @void.

body - ebody : reborn @ebody reborn store.

hair - 'serin' @vco.

ʻ 𝘤 𝘰 𝘴 𝘮 𝘦 𝘵 𝘪 𝘤 𝘴

moles - ‘metronomy kit’ @veltica.

freckles - ‘simple freckle pack’ @okkbye.

ʻ 𝘢 𝘱 𝘱 𝘢 𝘳 𝘦 𝘭

uniform - 'gyaru uniform' @tanaka / kawaii secrets.

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bandaids - 'figer bandaids v3' @iicing.

ʻ 𝘴 𝘦 𝘵

pose - ‘kanazawa’ [modified] @ana poses.

decor :

puppy - 'corgi puppy animesh' @rezzroom.

books + mug - 'memories of summer' @nutmeg.

globe - 'globe w/books' @apple fall.

duck plushie - 'daisy duckie' @dust bunny.

tart plushie - 'yummy pillows' @dust bunny.

bunny plushie - 'lil bunny decor' @ahegao.

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With the decreasing popularity of Twitter, I'm curious what your take is on naming social media apps in books. Instagram seems pretty perennial, but I think many people thought that about Twitter... so in the case of, for example, a manuscript that relies on social media as part of its storytelling/plot (in the vein of Tweet Cute), do you have any advice on not "dating" your writing? Is referencing Twitter basically obsolete at this point, for books published from here on out?

This question is sort of similar to another I get asked a fair amount, which is, are authors allowed to "name drop" specific brands / media companies / social media, etc. The answer to which is basically, sure, but SHOULD you?

Naming specific current companies is, IMO, a bad idea if you want your book to be timeless, because you have no idea if, in three or five or ten years time, that company will be forgotten, or a joke.

For example: "Friendster" and "MySpace" and "NeoPets" were insanely popular -- but pretty much the only way they'd get said in a current context is as a punchline or a nostalgic throwback.

So unless you WANT your book to be tethered to a specific time and place, I'd avoid that. And maybe you do! Like, a book about tech-savvy teenagers that is set in 2006 would likely include MySpace, your MC might have a hot pink Motorola Razr flip phone, and drive a new mint-green VW beetle. If your book is NOT specifically set in 2006, but is rather supposed to be "now" (whenever now is to the reader -- but basically, 2023 or later) -- it would be rather weird to include any of those items, because like -- they aren't popular or a thing anymore?

So you might say, OK, I'll make it be Twitter or Insta, and an Apple 13 Pro iPhone, and a red Tesla 3. And sure, if your character is the type of person who WOULD namedrop those specific things, and you don't mind the story sort of being tied to "2022/23-ish" -- no problem. But I guarantee you that in ten years time, those specific brands/models will mean something different to people, for better or for worse.

ETA later bc I'm still thinking about this lol: I'm currently listening to YELLOWFACE, which is set in the world of contemporary publishing, and there's a lot of talk about Twitter specifically -- and yes, that means that future-people will know it was set sometime in the late 20teens/early 2020s -- but THAT'S FINE, because it IS speaking to a specific contemporary moment, "cancel culture", cultural appropriation, toxic/scary online activity, "who-is-allowed-to-write-what", etc etc -- while I don't THINK she says the year (though she might???), I do think that it is supposed to be now or now-ish -- and ten years from now when Twitter is long gone and likely our conversations around all that stuff will have shifted in some way as well, it will still totally make sense to the audience. And in 100 years, it will seem like a relic of a day gone by, but also resonate with those audiences in different ways perhaps, like how we read satire from the Olden Days.

ANYway -- if you want to sidestep all this, there's an elegant solution that will give you more longevity -- be a little more generic and don't say the name brand, or just make something up? While Twitter itself is kinda obsolete already, social media generally isn't -- there will probably always be SOME kind of social media sites as long as we have internet to connect with people. While the Razr flip phone or an Apple IIc are relics, people will likely always have SOME kind of computer or phone, at least for the foreseeable future (and if they don't, and instead we are in a post-apocolyptic water world or something, I highly doubt reading books will top of mind)!

So just say phone, or smartphone, or tablet, or laptop, rather than iPhone or iPad or whatever. Say "convertible" or "SUV" or "minivan" or whatever instead of a specific model. Like "When I was 16, my grandma got a new car and gifted me a 20 year old grey beater that sort of smells like cigarettes and makes me feel like an undercover cop." Say "my notifications were blowing up" or "I told myself I wouldn't check social media..." instead of "my twitter" specifically -- or make up a site that everyone goes to. "We're not allowed to check Kloutt at school, but as soon as the school bus comes, everyone whips out their phones.."

Say "mint green convertible" instead of VW beetle -- OR, specify that it is a "vintage mint-green VW beetle" so that it's not supposed to be new -- and that also evokes a specific type of character.

(Ah, how well I remember the fact that Lila Fowler in Sweet Valley High drove a "lime green Triumph" -- that company already was basically done by the time the books came out, and rare in the US, so by naming that brand specifically the author was saying Lila is a 16-17 year old who owns a rare and flashy vintage sportscar, labels and exclusivity mean a lot to her (and her dad who bought it for her), she's horrifically spoiled, they aren't just rich, they are RICH-rich, etc. You could even, based on the context around it, surmise that not only is she a snob/"mean girl", but that her parents buy her fancy presents instead of giving her quality time, and that is probably why she is such a beeyotch and has daddy issues! That's a fair amount of characterization that comes just from name-dropping a car!)

OK I'm just naming things now lol - you get the pic, right?

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Little art of me and my boyfriend :)

[skrytch]

When I was young as my family got our first computer, an Apple IIc, I commented the the monitor sounded different than the TV to my mother. Looking through the documentation she realized that there was a resolution difference. This was the first time she ever acknowledged that I had sensory issues. It even came with an adapter if you wanted to Hook it up to a tv instead of a monitor. You had to flip a switch so it would display the correct resolution or everything looked distorted.

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Opinions on microsoft paint? Other online paint tools? Have you ever messed around with any?

21. I'M ANSWERING THIS ONE BECAUSE CrUX CAN'T PAINT. HA HA HA.

22. SURELY YOU KNOW THIS, ON ACCOUNT OF YOU BEING HUMAN, BUT MY MODEL (THE ILLUSTRIOUS APPLE IIC) HAS A DRAWING PROGRAM CALLED ‘DAZZLE DRAW’. I HAVE DRAWN AWESOME THINGS.

23. IT * SHOULD * BE ABLE TO ALLOW ME TO PAINT IN 16 COLORS.

24. BUT ALL I CAN SEE IS

25. FUCKING

26. GREEN!!!!!!!!

27. COUGH COUGH. ANYWAY. I HAVE NOT USED ANY OTHER ART PROGRAMS SO I GUESS THEY ARE O.K.

[nidhimishra5394]

Hearing Aids Market Analysis Reveals New Trends Reshaping Global Healthcare Technology

In an era where technology continuously transforms the way we live, the hearing aids market stands as a testament to innovation’s profound impact on healthcare. Hearing loss, affecting millions globally, has long been a critical health concern. Today, thanks to significant technological advancements, hearing aids have evolved from bulky, uncomfortable devices into sleek, smart, and highly effective tools that greatly enhance quality of life.

Understanding the Hearing Aids Market

The hearing aids market encompasses a broad range of products designed to assist individuals with hearing impairments. Traditionally, hearing aids were simple sound-amplifying devices. However, the modern market is characterized by sophisticated products featuring Bluetooth connectivity, rechargeable batteries, AI-driven sound processing, and even integration with smartphones and smart home devices.

The global hearing aids market was valued at approximately $10 billion in 2023 and is expected to continue its growth trajectory. Factors such as an aging population, increased awareness about hearing health, and advancements in medical technology are major contributors to this expansion. According to projections, the market is poised to reach over $14 billion by 2030, growing at a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 5%.

Key Drivers of Growth

Several factors are fueling the rapid evolution of the hearing aids market:

1. Aging Population

One of the most significant drivers is the aging global population. As people live longer, age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) becomes increasingly common. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly one-third of people over 65 years of age are affected by disabling hearing loss, creating a vast market for hearing aids.

2. Technological Advancements

The shift from analog to digital hearing aids was a game-changer. Today’s devices are equipped with machine learning algorithms that adapt to different listening environments. Innovations like invisible-in-the-canal (IIC) hearing aids, app-controlled devices, and those with AI-powered noise cancellation are making hearing aids not only more functional but also more desirable.

3. Growing Awareness and Early Diagnosis

Public health campaigns and better access to audiology services have led to earlier diagnosis of hearing impairments. This trend is expanding the customer base beyond the elderly, with younger demographics becoming more open to adopting hearing solutions earlier in life.

4. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids

In recent years, regulatory changes, especially in the U.S., have allowed certain types of hearing aids to be sold over the counter. This move has made hearing aids more accessible and affordable, encouraging individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss to seek solutions without the need for expensive consultations.

Market Segmentation

The hearing aids market can be broadly segmented based on:

Product Type: Behind-the-ear (BTE), in-the-ear (ITE), receiver-in-canal (RIC), and completely-in-canal (CIC) are the most common types.

Technology: Digital hearing aids dominate the market, offering better sound quality and personalization.

End-user: Adults form the largest customer base, but pediatric hearing aids are also an important segment.

Sales Channel: Traditional hearing clinics remain important, but online sales and retail chains are gaining ground.

Key Players

Several major companies are shaping the competitive landscape of the hearing aids market. Brands like Sonova Holding AG, Demant A/S, GN Store Nord A/S, Starkey Laboratories, and WS Audiology are among the leaders. These companies invest heavily in R&D to stay ahead by offering cutting-edge features and user-friendly designs.

Tech giants like Apple and Bose are also entering the space, especially in the OTC segment, blurring the lines between hearing aids and consumer audio devices. Their participation is expected to further normalize and destigmatize the use of hearing enhancement products.

Challenges Ahead

Despite promising growth, the market does face challenges. High costs, especially for premium devices, can be a barrier for many consumers. Furthermore, stigma around wearing hearing aids remains an issue, although this is gradually diminishing as devices become smaller, more stylish, and technologically advanced.

Another hurdle is the lack of trained audiologists in some regions, limiting access to proper hearing care. Ensuring affordable and widespread access remains a key goal for industry players and policymakers alike.

The Road Ahead

The future of the hearing aids market looks vibrant, fueled by a combination of demographic shifts, technological leaps, and changing consumer attitudes. Innovations like AI-powered personal sound environments, health-tracking hearing aids, and integration with telehealth services are just a glimpse of what's on the horizon.

As hearing aids become smarter, more discreet, and more integrated into daily life, the industry is not just helping people hear better it's helping them live better. In the coming years, hearing health will likely become a central part of overall wellness, and the hearing aids market will be right at the heart of that transformation.

[my-genx-childhood]

We used to do this with the monochrome monitor for our Apple IIC back in the day

taking the porn off tumblr just made us all hornier. it used to be that we’d only sexualize basic things, like human bodies. but now?? you wouldn’t believe the things my mutuals are getting off to