Path: utzoo!utdoe!generic!pnet91!ericmcg
From: ericmcg@pnet91.cts.com (Eric Mcgillicuddy)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.apple2
Subject: Re: New Apple II generation
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Date: 22 Nov 90 05:15:08 GMT
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From reading the messages on this board, it seems like everyone would want the
Apple II line to continue living.

Apple II users seem quite established and devoted to their machines.  I would
like to know the feasibility of taking the Apple II line off Apple's hands.
Would it be possible to create a machine (like the IIGS) without too many
legal
complications (no copyright/patent law suits)?

If this is possible, I might assemble a groups of programmers and developers
to
create and market this new machine.  It would basically be a IIGS upgraded to
modern standards.

The compatiblity with the IIE would be improved.  SCSI, 4 Meg memory, ENSONIQ
sound, 15-25 Megahertz microprocessor would be built in.  Also, it would have
an improved tool box and more efficient software, which would run all the
goodies currently available (like Pagemaker).  Basically, I'd like to built a
II with the power and flexibility of a Mac, for about 1000 or so, everything
included (printer, monitor, hard drive, etc.)

Do you think this is possible, or would Apple let me do it?


Seeking Advice,

Apple Defender.
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Aside from processor speed there is nothing in your specs that are not already
in my GS (cost a bit more tha $1000 though). Improving the toolbox is not yet
worth the effort and how would you create more efficient software? I would say
run the 65816 at 16+MHz and improve screen resolution and Pagemaker
equivalents will get written. Low price is a fine objective, but I want
quality for my money.

In my opinion, given that you have remained anonymous (unless you have
fanatic parents), I would say that you are setting us up for the Mac LC. If
this is true I am not amused.

Eric McGillicuddy

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