Commodore USA has announced the availability of the new Commodore 64 Extreme (model: C64x-EX). This old-fashioned computer comes jam packed with a 2.2GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core CPU (i7-2720QM) that can be turbo boosted up to 3.3GHz thanks to the Intel Turbo Boost technology. The Commodore USA C64x EXTREME also features a 2TB hard disk drive, an 8GB of RAM, two USB 3.0 ports, five USB 2.0 ports, a high-end mechanical keyboard and a slot loading DVD burner. Other specs include an e-SATA port, SPDIF, HDMI, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, DVI and VGA display connections. Commodore USA will launch the C64x EXTREME on December 15th, 2011 for $1,499. [Press Release]
If you like retro gadgets, then check out the new Atari Flashback 3 console. The gadget has a similar design with the old Atari 2600 console. The Flashback 3 features a pair of classic Atari joysticks and is preloaded with 60 classic Atari games including Asteroids, Missile Command, Centipede, Yars’ Revenge. Atari sells the Flashback 3 console for $39.99 each. [Press Release]
If you like retro gadgets, then check out the new Niyari Atari 400 Style keyboard. Measuring 440mm x 129.5mm x 34.3mm and weighing 422 grams, this USB keyboard is compatible with the Microsoft Windows 2000/ XP/ Vista and Windows 7. The Niyari Atari 400 Style keyboard also provides 112 keys. Too bad, it has a small spacebar. If you are interested, you can purchase this old-fashioned keyboard for just 11,980 Yen ($148.55). [Product Page]
If you are an iPad owner who like retro gadgets, then check out the new Typescreen from Spinning Hat. It is actually a typewriter style keyboard dock for the iPad and iPad 2 that allows you to feel like you are back in the old days, while using some modern technology at the same time. As an officially licensed Apple product, the Limited Edition Typescreen provides all the style and quality that you’d expect from Apple with the playful design and innovation expected from Spinning Hat. [Product Page]
If you like retro gadgets, then check out the new Sony XDR-S16DBP. The DAB/DAB+/FM digital radio features a monochrome 16×2 LCD display, a headphone jack and dual 0.8W speakers. The gadget also has a clock which you can set as an alarm to wake you up in the morning. What’s more, the Sony XDR-S16DBP retro radio supports 10 FM radio presets. The XDR-S16DBP is available now for £79 ($127). [Product Page]
If you like retro gadgets, then check out these cool 70?s inspired headphones. The XL Classic Stereo Headphones are a single-corded headphones with a 3.5mm stereo plug. These headphones provide crystal clear sound booms from plush vinyl-lined adjustable ear cups. The cushioned headband is wrapped in leather for extreme comfort and durability. The XL Classic Stereo Headphones are priced at $38. [Product Page]
Here is the 8GB Steampunk USB drive that features a built-in microSD card reader. The drive is made from a combination of brass and copper with some glass and wristwatch parts. A red light in the window glows while it is plugged in and flashes while transferring data. If you want one, you can purchase the 8GB Steampunk USB drive for $195. [Product Page]
Green-house Japan comes back with their latest gadget in the form of the Retro USB Fan. The device comes with two speed settings and an automatic oscillation. The fan draws its power from USB or AA batteries. Measuring 145mm x 133mm x 200mm and weighing at 290 grams, the Green-house Retro USB Fan sells for 1980 Yen ($22) a pop. [Green-house]
Germany based company, Montegiro, has made a new high-end audio system in the form of the new Legno turntable. It combines bamboo and high-grade steel to produce beautiful music from your old vinyl collection. Montegiro has decided to use bamboo chassis because of the wood’s stabilizing and resonance-damping properties. There are also four adjustable and high-grade steel feet with rubber O-rings. The Montegiro’s Legno luxury wooden turntable is now available at Koetsu for $13,240. [BornRich]
Mark van Giessel has designed the SpeakerBox concept that comes in a retro design. This old-fashioned device features a full array of USB ports and other interface to connect with today’s MP3 players and mobile phones. [Yanko]
