This 8-bit computer plans to run flight sim and generates a 'pleasant homely aroma' by burning dust off 1950s vacuum tubes — oh, and it can explode at any time
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| Publication time | Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:10:00 +0000 |
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Pro This 8-bit computer plans to run flight sim and generates a 'pleasant homely aroma' by burning dust off 1950s vacuum tubes — oh, and it can explode at any time News By Rahim Amir Published 18 September 2026 460 tubes, roughly 1 kW of heating power, and a fire extinguisher on standby When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: The Tube Computer) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Retired UK hobbyist builds 8-bit computer from 460 recycled tubes, all wired as NOR gates, on a 190 x 130 cm wall panelThe machine is expected to run a flight simulator…
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