Category: Emulators
Tom Harte, the brains behind the Clock Signal multi-platform emulator for MacOS, has released an update that brings a number of enhancements and improvements to his versatile emulation software platform. The latest release, dated October 29, 2023, delivers a more refined experience, fixing issues and optimizing performance. What’s New in This Release The 10-29-2023 release of Clock Signal includes several notable updates and fixes. These enhancements are thanks to the contributions of @ryandesign and the dedicated developer community behind Clock…
Fans and users of classic Apple IIe emulation and Linux computing now have a reason to rejoice as the emulation realm just became a lot more exciting with the official announcement of the MII Apple //e Emulator. This modern take on a retro classic brings the beloved Apple IIe back to life in a way that’s both authentic and forward-thinking. Developed by Michel Pollet for the Linux operating system, the MII Apple //e Emulator is more than just a trip…
The latest version of the Ample User Interface for MAME has been released. Kelvin Sherlock, curator of the Ample GUI announced the availability of Ample version 0.259 which brings Ample inline with the latest version of MAME. Ample is an Apple and retro Macintosh specific Graphical User Interface for the MAME emulator allowing users to easily access their disk images and the emulator features while maintaining the high level of emulation provided by the MAME emulator. Some Atari ST interface…
A new version of KEGS, the Apple IIgs emulator, has been unleashed upon us by Kent Dickey, the curator and developer behind KEGS. He has released KEGS version 1.30 with a slew of enhancements that take your Apple IIgs retro computing experience to the next level. For those unfamiliar with KEGS, it’s a versatile Apple IIgs emulator, originally created for Windows, the latest versions will run on Mac, Windows, and Linux based machines. Whether you’re a seasoned Apple IIgs user…
In the realm of vintage computer emulation, precision and user-friendliness are often at odds. However, Tom Harte’s creation, Clock Signal (‘CLK’), defies this dichotomy. CLK, designed with an unrelenting focus on both authenticity and accessibility, sets a new standard in the world of classic computing emulation. Unveiling Clock Signal’s Distinctive Features At its core, Clock Signal, conceived by Tom Harte, is engineered to provide an emulation experience that is both seamless and remarkably accurate. Here’s what sets this emulator apart…
The first official release of Reinetten II Plus Dot Py, Version 1.0 is now available. This exciting new Apple II Plus emulator, coded in Python and comes with a rich set of features and user-friendly controls. Created by Arthur Ferreira, Reinetten II Plus Dot Py not only simple to use but will run on any platform that supports Python. Features That Bring the Apple II Plus to Life Reinetten II Plus Dot Py offers a comprehensive feature set that captures…
Why Yet Another Emulator? What does Bobbin do that Nintendon’t? Bobbin: – Runs entirely in your terminal, using either standard input/output, or a curses screen display– Can be used in shell scripts to accept typed text from standard input, and emit program output to standard output– Can watch a program binary file for changes, and reload itself with the new program binary when it does, greatly accelerating development cycles for software on the 8-bit Apple Get it at https://github.com/micahcowan/bobbin/releases/tag/v0.4 Bobbin is…
The Ample MAME Interface has been updated. Managed by Kelvin Sherlock, the latest release of Ample, version 0.258 brings the Apple centric graphical frontend for MAME in line with the current release of the MAME Emulator. Included in this update are the following: You can download the latest version of Ample from the Github website at:https://github.com/ksherlock/ample
The Clemens IIGS Emulator has been updated. Some of the new features in this release of the Clemens IIGS emulator include: According to the release note by Samir Sinha: While you’re waiting for Crossrunner (or if you’re just curious about yet another IIgs emulator) I’ve posted a new release of my own project Clemens IIgs v0.6. There have been many fixes and improvements since 0.5 way back in January 2023. Given the multitude of options for IIgs emulation out there, another one…
Kelvin Sherlock has released the 47th update to his Ample interface for the MAME Emulator. Version 0.257 of the primarily Apple and Macintosh centric Ample interface includes the following updated or enhanced items: This latest release requires MacOS 10.13 or later and can be downloaded for free from the Ample Github Page at: https://github.com/ksherlock/ample. Ample also includes preliminary support for the Atari ST as well.
Tom Charlesworth has announced the release of the latest update to the Applewin Apple II Emulator for Windows based platforms. Applewin 1.30.15 includes a bevy of updates and fixes including the following items: If you would like to download the latest version of Applewin or for further information about the Applewin emulator, check out the GitHub page at:https://github.com/AppleWin/AppleWin
Gerard Putter, the developer behind the widely popular MAC OS based Virtual II emulator, has unveiled the latest version of the application, Virtual II Version 11.4. This new update introduces exciting features and improvements that enhance the user experience for Apple II enthusiasts. Virtual II is a full featured shareware Apple II emulator that includes a number of capabilities not found in other emulators. One of the significant additions in Virtual II Version 11.4 is the emulation of the Applied…
Kent Dickey has announced the latest version of the KEGS Apple IIGS Emulator. KEGS is an emulator which runs on Windows, Mac OS and Linux. Some. of the items changed or fixed in version 1.27 include the following items: You can download the latest version of the KEGS Apple IIGS Emulator from:http://kegs.sourceforge.net/
Ample, the MAME Emulator Apple centric interface, has just received a significant update with version 0.255, bringing forth a slew of exciting features and enhancements. The most notable addition is the long-awaited support for the Atari ST system, expanding the emulator’s capabilities and offering users the opportunity to delve into the rich library of Atari ST games and applications. It’s important to note that the Atari ST compatibility in Ample is still a work in progress. As MAME itself cautions…
Kent Dickey, the creator of the KEGS Apple IIgs emulator, has released a new version of the software. KEGS v1.23 features changes that are designed to improve the emulator’s performance and stability. One of the most significant changes in KEGS v1.23 is the way the emulator tracks time. Previously, KEGS used a double to track time, but the latest version uses an unsigned long long, which enables higher speeds. This change should make the emulator run more smoothly on modern…
KEGS, the popular Apple II GS emulator, has just been updated to version 1.21. This latest release includes some key updates. Version 1.21 fixes a few known issues that users have reported which cropped up in version 1.20, including a bug that caused the emulator to hang after ejecting 3.5″ disks. This problem was caused by a debug statement that was accidentally left in for the release. In addition, the new version also addresses an issue with French keyboards, where…
Kent Dickey, the author of KEGS, the popular Apple IIgs emulator, has announced the release of the latest version, KEGS v1.20. The new version comes with significant upgrades and fixes, making it more reliable and efficient. The new KEGS v1.20 comes with several changes and improvements, including the addition of Ctrl-F9 as Copy. With this update, the text screen can be easily copied to your host system clipboard. On a Mac, users can select Edit->Copy Text Screen to use this…
The latest release of the Ample MAC OS based front end for the MAME emulator has been announced. Version 0.253 brings the interface in line with the latest version of MAME and Includes experimental Uthernet II / WIZnet W5100 emulation. Marinetti, IP65, and A2osX have been tested and should work. Ample is an Apple II series / Retro Mac centric front end for the MAME emulator developed by famed Apple II programmer Kelvin Sherlock. The Ample App is a free download and…
For users of the Virtual II emulator, a new update has been released that resolves an issue with the Apple //c emulated mouse, which could cause it to cease functioning properly. The issue, which first appeared and affected the perviously released version of the program, version 11.3, is resolved by this update. The Virtual II emulator, developed by Gerard Putter, is a Shareware Apple II emulator designed for Mac OS-based systems. It is a popular tool for hobbyists, retro computing…
The Virtual II Apple II Emulator for Mac OS has been updated. The latest version of Virtual II, version 11.3, requires a Mac with macOS 10.13 (“High Sierra”) or better and includes a slew of fixes and support for Joysticks and the Apple //c. Some of these changes include the following items: Virtual II is a full featured shareware emulator for MAC OS and has a long development history. You can download the latest version of the Virtual II emulator…
