https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/ Retro computers, vintage technology, classic gaming, media, restorations, upgrades, and hands-on tech history from Geek With Social Skills. en-us 2026 https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/someone-gave-me-a-radio-shack-mc-10/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/someone-gave-me-a-radio-shack-mc-10/ 2026-09-10 September 10, 2026 A viewer of my first Radio Shack MC-10 video reached out and asked if I wanted his Tandy MC-10 "doorstop" computer. All I had to do was cover the shipping costs, which I was happy to do. In this #SepTandy video, I take a closer look at this neglected TRS-80 MC-10, give the computer a thorough external cleaning, and then connect it to a replacement power supply to find out if it still works. A viewer of my first Radio Shack MC-10 video reached out and asked if I wanted his Tandy MC-10 "doorstop" computer. All I had to do was cover the shipping costs, which I was happy to do. In this #SepTandy video, I take a closer look at this neglected TRS-80 MC-10, give the computer a thorough external cleaning, and then connect it to a replacement power supply to find out if it still works. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/trs-80-mc-10-micro-color-computer/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/trs-80-mc-10-micro-color-computer/ 2026-08-07 August 7, 2026 Let's take a look at one of the most overlooked computers in the entire Radio Shack lineup: the TRS-80 MC-10 Micro Color Computer (Catalog Number 26-1207). Let's take a look at one of the most overlooked computers in the entire Radio Shack lineup: the TRS-80 MC-10 Micro Color Computer (Catalog Number 26-1207). https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/commodore-64-broderbund-choplifter-cartridge-variations/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/commodore-64-broderbund-choplifter-cartridge-variations/ 2026-08-01 August 1, 2026 Did you know there are multiple cartridge variations of Broderbund's Choplifter for the Commodore 64? In this video, I compare three original cartridge releases, examining shell styles, label variations, and the original packaging to see how this classic Commodore 64 game evolved over time. Did you know there are multiple cartridge variations of Broderbund's Choplifter for the Commodore 64? In this video, I compare three original cartridge releases, examining shell styles, label variations, and the original packaging to see how this classic Commodore 64 game evolved over time. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/commodore-pet-4032-petscii-wizard-of-wor-game/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/commodore-pet-4032-petscii-wizard-of-wor-game/ 2026-07-11 July 11, 2026 It has been a year since I restored my Commodore PET 4032, so it is time to feature it again on the channel! After a quick look back at the restoration while the MATRIX demo runs, I check out PETSCII Wizard Of Wor, a homebrew Commodore PET game released in 2024 and inspired by the classic 1980 Bally Midway arcade game Wizard Of Wor. It has been a year since I restored my Commodore PET 4032, so it is time to feature it again on the channel! After a quick look back at the restoration while the MATRIX demo runs, I check out PETSCII Wizard Of Wor, a homebrew Commodore PET game released in 2024 and inspired by the classic 1980 Bally Midway arcade game Wizard Of Wor. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/nintendo-famicom-light-gun-games-tv-commercial-1984/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/nintendo-famicom-light-gun-games-tv-commercial-1984/ 2026-07-07 July 7, 2026 Released in Japan during the first half of 1984, Nintendo's Famicom Gun Series introduced three classic light gun games for the Family Computer: Released in Japan during the first half of 1984, Nintendo's Famicom Gun Series introduced three classic light gun games for the Family Computer: https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/nintendo-famicom-collection-22-games/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/nintendo-famicom-collection-22-games/ 2026-06-27 June 27, 2026 Take a look at my current Nintendo Famicom game collection featuring 22 cartridges, all stored inside a vintage cassette tape carry case. In this video, I highlight several standout titles, including a number of Japan-only exclusives. Take a look at my current Nintendo Famicom game collection featuring 22 cartridges, all stored inside a vintage cassette tape carry case. In this video, I highlight several standout titles, including a number of Japan-only exclusives. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/windows-95-guide-1995-vhs/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/windows-95-guide-1995-vhs/ 2026-06-12 June 12, 2026 The Full VHS Tape of the Microsoft Windows 95 Video Guide, featuring Jennifer Aniston and Matthew Perry from the TV show Friends. The World's First Cyber-Sitcom. Whether you are a PC rookie or an experienced user looking to upgrade, this hilarious how-to readies you for Windows 95. The Full VHS Tape of the Microsoft Windows 95 Video Guide, featuring Jennifer Aniston and Matthew Perry from the TV show Friends. The World's First Cyber-Sitcom. Whether you are a PC rookie or an experienced user looking to upgrade, this hilarious how-to readies you for Windows 95. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/tandy-1000-hx-store-demo-1987-running-from-floppy-disk/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/tandy-1000-hx-store-demo-1987-running-from-floppy-disk/ 2026-05-03 May 3, 2026 Step back into 1987 with this original Radio Shack store demo for the Tandy 1000 HX running directly from a 3.5-inch floppy disk on real hardware. Step back into 1987 with this original Radio Shack store demo for the Tandy 1000 HX running directly from a 3.5-inch floppy disk on real hardware. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/microsci-havac-apple-ii-clone/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/microsci-havac-apple-ii-clone/ 2025-11-23 November 23, 2025 Dive into the fascinating world of rare Apple II clone computers with an in-depth look at the MicroSCI HAVAC (Home Academic Very Affordable Computer), a compact 6502-based Apple II-compatible system from the early 1980s. The HAVAC is an extremely uncommon Apple II clone that rarely appears within the retro computing community, making it an especially interesting system to document, preserve, and explore in detail. Dive into the fascinating world of rare Apple II clone computers with an in-depth look at the MicroSCI HAVAC (Home Academic Very Affordable Computer), a compact 6502-based Apple II-compatible system from the early 1980s. The HAVAC is an extremely uncommon Apple II clone that rarely appears within the retro computing community, making it an especially interesting system to document, preserve, and explore in detail. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/splatterhouse-wanpaku-graffiti-famicom/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/splatterhouse-wanpaku-graffiti-famicom/ 2025-10-31 October 31, 2025 Splatterhouse: Wanpaku Graffiti on the Nintendo Famicom is a bizarre 1989 Japan-exclusive spin-off that transforms Namco's arcade horror series into a strange horror-comedy parody filled with super-deformed characters, cartoon violence, movie monster tributes, and late-1980s pop culture references. Developed by Now Production and published under the NAMCOT label, it stands out as one of the most unique titles... Splatterhouse: Wanpaku Graffiti on the Nintendo Famicom is a bizarre 1989 Japan-exclusive spin-off that transforms Namco's arcade horror series into a strange horror-comedy parody filled with super-deformed characters, cartoon violence, movie monster tributes, and late-1980s pop culture references. Developed by Now Production and published under the NAMCOT label, it stands out as one of the most unique titles... https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/tandy-1000-ex-hx-expansion-board/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/tandy-1000-ex-hx-expansion-board/ 2025-10-20 October 20, 2025 Take a detailed look at a modern expansion board upgrade for the Tandy 1000 EX and HX computer systems designed by Rob Krenicki as part of an impressive open-source retro computing hardware project. This upgrade modernizes the classic Tandy 1000 platform while preserving the original character and compatibility of these iconic IBM PC compatible home computers from the late 1980s. Take a detailed look at a modern expansion board upgrade for the Tandy 1000 EX and HX computer systems designed by Rob Krenicki as part of an impressive open-source retro computing hardware project. This upgrade modernizes the classic Tandy 1000 platform while preserving the original character and compatibility of these iconic IBM PC compatible home computers from the late 1980s. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/commodore-64-sam-star-spangled-banner/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/commodore-64-sam-star-spangled-banner/ 2025-10-03 October 3, 2025 Listen to the legendary Commodore 64 speech synthesis program S.A.M. (Software Automatic Mouth) perform a unique computerized rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" using classic early 1980s text-to-speech technology powered by the Commodore 64 SID sound chip. Listen to the legendary Commodore 64 speech synthesis program S.A.M. (Software Automatic Mouth) perform a unique computerized rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" using classic early 1980s text-to-speech technology powered by the Commodore 64 SID sound chip. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/newtek-video-toaster-amiga-vhs/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/newtek-video-toaster-amiga-vhs/ 2025-09-28 September 28, 2025 Step back into 1991 with this rare VHS promotional tape showcasing the groundbreaking Video Toaster system for the Commodore Amiga developed by NewTek. This vintage recording demonstrates the powerful video production capabilities that helped revolutionize affordable desktop broadcasting, video editing, titling, live switching, and 3D graphics during the early multimedia era of the 1990s. Step back into 1991 with this rare VHS promotional tape showcasing the groundbreaking Video Toaster system for the Commodore Amiga developed by NewTek. This vintage recording demonstrates the powerful video production capabilities that helped revolutionize affordable desktop broadcasting, video editing, titling, live switching, and 3D graphics during the early multimedia era of the 1990s. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/komputer-tutor-ms-dos-windows-training-vhs/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/komputer-tutor-ms-dos-windows-training-vhs/ 2025-09-20 September 20, 2025 Step back into the early 1990s personal computer boom with Komputer Tutor: Komputer Kindergarten - Tape 1, a rare instructional VHS training tape covering computer basics, MS-DOS 6.0, and early Microsoft Windows usage hosted by technology educator Kim Komando. Step back into the early 1990s personal computer boom with Komputer Tutor: Komputer Kindergarten - Tape 1, a rare instructional VHS training tape covering computer basics, MS-DOS 6.0, and early Microsoft Windows usage hosted by technology educator Kim Komando. https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/apple-iic-tangypack-hdmi-vga-upgrade/ https://www.geekwithsocialskills.com/apple-iic-tangypack-hdmi-vga-upgrade/ 2025-09-05 September 5, 2025 Let's take a look at my retro Apple IIc (1984), originally purchased brand new by my grandparents, and how I came to own it years later, plus a modern HDMI and VGA video upgrade using the A2C TangyPack FPGA by Rob Kim. Let's take a look at my retro Apple IIc (1984), originally purchased brand new by my grandparents, and how I came to own it years later, plus a modern HDMI and VGA video upgrade using the A2C TangyPack FPGA by Rob Kim.