This Does Not Compute

How the mighty have fallen

For the last 2 years I’ve been avoiding the news entirely, for hopefully obvious reasons. The little bits that still manage to sneak through (rt’s here, etc) continue to reinforce that decision. For all of our accomplishments we remain a fundamentally awful species.

Finally deleted the Instagram app from my phone. Just too much depraved shit on there these days. Down to only Bsky and Mastodon. And let’s be honest, we all know it’s only a matter of time before this place goes the same way due to the relentless search for the almighty dollar.

Anyone out there into Angine de Poitrine? This shit is bonkers and I’m here for it

If you’re at VCF Midwest and like modded Game Boys, you’re in luck! I have a solid selection of them for sale, courtesy my friend Steve. Table C216, go check it out!

I sure have been having bad luck with network equipment lately. So what’s my latest headache? Let’s find out! youtu.be/l8guSJTh5C0

Just a few days away!

To be clear I don’t think the iPhone Duo will flop because it’s a bad product. On the contrary, it’s probably really good. I just don’t think there are many people who want to deal with folding and unfolding their phone.

iPhone Duo is gonna be a flop

I’m usually not all that into the music Apple plays before one of its event videos, but this mix kinda slaps

Going to VCF Midwest next week? While I'm unable to go, a portion of my vintage computing and game console collection will be! My good friend Steve will be hosting these items for sale at his table (C216/C217), so be sure to go say hi and check them out!

Does anyone out there have a copy of Bob Brant’s book Upgrade Your Macintosh and Save a Bundle? (Note that this is different than the Build book!) I got a former library copy that came without its slipcover, hoping someone is able to scan it! There are NO images of the cover on the Internet.

Hey friends, I’m in need of a new job. No, YouTube doesn’t pay the bills. 😓 If you know anyone who is looking for an experienced product/app Content Designer or UX Writer, please let me know! 🤞 Feel free to DM me or email me any leads. Thanks!

Ever have a project end up not quite meeting your expectations? That’s how I’ve felt about my turn-of-the-millennium vintage PC — and in the process of making it right, I almost killed it. New video! youtu.be/BkcYzlj4Ns0

Hey guys! I hate to post this kind of thing, but I figured I would reach out as I am in need of employment. Looking for any engineering/technician related position, willing to relocate down-the-line but not right now until there's enough equity in my house where I can sell it. Let me know!

Fellow Minnesotans: Today is primary day, I expect you to get out and vote!

Was about to buy it, then I got to the checkout and it said tariffs would be $150. Nope.

Anyone out there have a newer Crumpler Brace laptop bag? I’m normally a Timbuk2 guy but my Commute is getting worn out and I’m not crazy about their color options these days. Curious how the Brace may stack up.

Costco is testing out its new pizza delivery service. Guaranteed to arrive in 13.5 years or it’s free

The mid-90s did not treat Apple well, and the company released some pretty, well, mid products. But was a seemingly mediocre model actually all that bad? Let’s find out! youtu.be/hC0z7rMZ33E

Life has been busy lately so I haven’t been able to make new videos as quickly as I’d like, but my latest project has turned into a bit of a handful. Internet points for anyone who recognizes what this board is from!

10 gigabit networking is pretty hot right now…literally youtu.be/Lx7QcNUtZv8

Excited for the upcoming Commodore Flip Phone? Well, I think THIS new product is even BETTER! 🤯 youtu.be/rLS4A9Bifok #commodore #parody

Bloody hell Digi-Key has gotten ridiculously fast…placed an order and within an hour they had the box handed off to FedEx. No idea how they can be that efficient.

I hate how ephemeral the Internet has become. Now it’s starting to affect music. I spent an hour trying to find a place to legally buy a download of an album from 2015, and the only places left are the iTunes Store and Amazon. Nobody has it in lossless, unless I wanna buy a used CD copy from Japan.

Apple’s clamshell iBook G3 was as influential as it was colorful. But it was also not exactly the easiest computer to repair. How bad was it? Let’s find out! youtu.be/gTbXq2hX5uo

rate my shenanigans

Not only was the Supreme Court's Callais decision cynical and wrong, it has now resulted in the Republican governor of Louisiana declaring state of emergency to cancel the ongoing congressional election. If you think this ends in Louisiana or with redistricting, you are not paying attention.

Just a few years ago, a prolific enterprise firewall manufacturer released what should have been an incredibly powerful home WiFi router. Let’s just say…there were issues. youtu.be/Ex_34nQhpvA

Missed the part about Srouji’s promotion — good for him, dude clearly knows how to get shit done

Wasn’t expecting Apple’s CEO announcement quite this soon, but I think they made a good choice with Ternus.

Decades ago, it was possible to build your own Mac using spare parts and generic PC components. Given the tools and options available to vintage computing enthusiasts today, let’s see what happens when old meets new! youtu.be/RUUVNi_X8w8

What's the best laptop Apple made? For me, the 11" Air. Let me know, then also hear what @actionretro.bsky.social, @thisdoesnotcompute.bsky.social, @mrmacintosh.bsky.social, @computerclan.com, @mac84.bsky.social, and @branchus.bsky.social had to say this #MARCHintosh! www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpPI...

This computer hates me. The feeling’s mutual. youtu.be/9MCPCLecFVQ

Instead of turning a clock into a vintage Mac, I turned a vintage Mac into a clock!, I though it would be fun given its #MARCHintosh The program can be downloaded here: github.com/retrotheory/... It supports US/EU month day order AM/PM, Invert display, 'grey' background and alarm function

The latest fashion trend

Jesper absolutely nails what YouTube is like for creators these days...every time he says "woodworking" just substitute whatever topic you're interested in, it's still relevant. Please give this a watch. www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVka...

Looks like they tried the ol’ turn it off and back on trick, working now

Uh is YouTube broken for anyone else?

maybe you should try learning something else

You may have heard of Maclock, a cute alarm clock that looks like an original Macintosh. But what if it could actually *be* a Mac? Let’s see what it takes — it’s not as hard as you may think! youtu.be/dRr5iVjMfqs

A massive new voter suppression bill could disenfranchise 21 million Americans before the midterms. The GOP-led campaign to create barriers to voting follows a series of alarming White House statements telegraphing its intent to interfere with the 2026 midterm elections.

More than the top story, this is something Americans HAVE to take action about — now. Everyone will lose if this goes through.

You should delete TikTok.

As if all the bullshit of living in America right now isn’t enough, my cat just barfed on the bed

Pay attention to this. Do not let up on the pressure, demand accountability and change until the root cause has been resolved. Anything short of that means failure.

Put your money where your mouths are you goddamned cowards mnchamber.com/blog/open-le...

I found a Bose Wave radio heading out for recycling a while back. Let’s crack it open, see how it works, and discover why it was disposed of to begin with! youtu.be/cE-Ic-q5cpo