#  @wefixstupidcomputers We Fix Stupid Computers We Fix Stupid Computers has been posting YouTube videos showcasing retro computer setups and repairs. Recently, they've featured vintage computers like a 23-year-old iMac running Linux and a 40-year-old IBM PC. The channel also shares interesting tech history, including Steve Jobs' 90s comeback symbol, the [----] iMac G3. ### Engagements: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCopHDosGwQnCzVxOcWk38FQ/interactions)  - [--] Week [---------] +184% - [--] Month [---------] -42% - [--] Months [----------] +41,925% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/youtube::UCopHDosGwQnCzVxOcWk38FQ/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] +7.40% - [--] Month [--] -62% - [--] Months [---] +1,240% ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCopHDosGwQnCzVxOcWk38FQ/followers)  - [--] Week [------] +0.75% - [--] Month [------] +3.60% - [--] Months [------] +119,018% ### CreatorRank: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCopHDosGwQnCzVxOcWk38FQ/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) #2602 [stocks](/list/stocks) #491 [finance](/list/finance) [products](/list/products) [gaming](/list/gaming) **Social topic influence** [apple](/topic/apple) #950, [ibm](/topic/ibm) #2, [dell](/topic/dell), [xt](/topic/xt) #3, [how to](/topic/how-to), [microsoft](/topic/microsoft), [systems](/topic/systems), [hardware](/topic/hardware), [$flex](/topic/$flex), [gaming](/topic/gaming) **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@apple](/creator/undefined) [@ibm](/creator/undefined) [@atari](/creator/undefined) [@wefixstupidcomputerscom](/creator/undefined) [@benzzo](/creator/undefined) [@dell](/creator/undefined) [@marvel](/creator/undefined) **Top assets mentioned** [IBM (IBM)](/topic/ibm) [Dell Technologies, Inc. (DELL)](/topic/dell) [Microsoft Corp. (MSFT)](/topic/microsoft) [Flex Ltd. Ordinary Shares (FLEX)](/topic/$flex) [BlackBerry Limited (BB)](/topic/blackberry) [Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)](/topic/$googl) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "The First Laptop with WiFi in [----] iBook G3 Clamshell Steve Jobs literally walked across the stage in [----] browsing the web wirelessly. It was bold colorful and way ahead of its time. This was the first consumer laptop with built-in Wi-Fi capability made possible by Apple's optional AirPort card. Read the specs below Apple iBook G3 "Clamshell" (1999) [---] MHz PowerPC G3 32-64MB RAM 3.2-6GB hard drive 12.1" 800x600 display Optional AirPort Wi-Fi card (802.11b) Handle built into the case Came in Blueberry Tangerine and more . . . . #ibook #retrotech #90snostalgia #ibook3 #g3 #appleclamshell" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A4oFgLVKbrU) 2025-10-09T19:49Z 40.8K followers, 2.6M engagements "I Ran a [----] Floppy Disk With NO Case in an IBM XT Drive. This is how data recovery of spilled liquid on floppies weee done back in the day. I cut open a [----] floppy disk and inserted only the magnetic media into an original IBM XT floppy drive to see if it would still spin and read. No outer shell. No protection. Just raw magnetic film spinning while the read/write head moves back and forth. This is how early 1980s PC storage actually worked thin plastic coated in iron oxide spinning at [---] RPM inside a full-height drive. Vintage computing was beautifully mechanical. Would you have tried" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-l7O8tMMb18) 2026-02-13T00:00Z 41K followers, 334.5K engagements "Writing Code on a [----] IBM BASIC Comment "Code" and we'll send you our email so you can send us your own code to run The [----] IBM PC XT powered by an Intel [----] CPU at [----] MHz and running PC DOS displays a blinking text cursor on its screen. A simple BASIC program runs in an endless loop rapidly printing lines of text down the screen. The mechanical keyboard clicks with each keypress and the 5.25" floppy drive hums faintly in the background evoking the early days of personal computing. @IBM #coding #codingtiktok #ibm #computershop #80s #retrotech #microsoft #80skid #80skids #basic #basiccode" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2NGm_EgIQN4) 2025-08-06T19:08Z 40.8K followers, 40K engagements "Steve Jobss 90s Comeback Symbol [----] iMac G3 Hey @apple do you remember this The iMac G3 was the first major product after Jobs returned to Apple in [----] - and it saved the company. iMac G3 (1998 - Bondi Blue) Specifications: Processor (CPU): [---] MHz PowerPC G3 (750) Memory (RAM): [--] MB SDRAM (expandable to [---] MB officially; up to [---] MB unofficially) Storage (Hard Drive): [--] GB IDE hard drive Display: 15-inch CRT (13.8" viewable) [----] [---] max resolution Graphics: ATI Rage IIc with [--] MB SGRAM Optical Drive: 24x CD-ROM (no DVD no burner) Ports: [--] x USB [---] ports (no legacy serial/ADB) 10/100" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3uuDCrlwANo) 2025-10-06T19:14Z 40.8K followers, 23.5M engagements "Is this Apples Sleekest Case🧀" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Fp8smVUqWrE) 2025-11-24T21:04Z 40.8K followers, 7M engagements "$7000 [----] Gamer Build Shall we play a game Comment your favorite games from [----] Specs below🕹 Key specifications of the IBM PC XT (5160): Processor: Intel [----] @ [----] MHz. Memory: [---] KB RAM. Storage: [--] 360KB 5.25" floppy drive. 20MB hard drive Display: IBM Color Graphics Adapter (CGA). Expansion Slots: [--] x 8-bit ISA slots. Operating System: IBM PC DOS IBM BASIC Other Features: Optional Intel [----] math coprocessor. PC speaker for audio. Standard IBM Model F 83-key keyboard. . . . . @IBM #pcbuild #asmr #ibm #80scomputer #ibmpc #ibmcomputer #retrotech #80snostalgia #asmrbuild #pcgamer #gamer" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JBEWQNUyLds) 2025-11-03T20:03Z 40.8K followers, 5.8M engagements "Someone threw these away. Someone threw these away. How many can you identify without Googling . . . . #retrocomputing #satisfying #recycling" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1KhCe5EWRRI) 2026-02-07T22:00Z 41K followers, 18.4K engagements "$16000 for a Computer [----] IBM Specs below 👇 The IBM XT was released on march 8th [----] with a price of $7545. That's over $16000 in today's market Key specifications of the IBM PC XT (5160): Processor: Intel [----] @ [----] MHz. Memory: [---] KB RAM. Storage: [--] 360KB 5.25" floppy drive. 20MB hard drive Display: IBM Color Graphics Adapter (CGA). Expansion Slots: [--] x 8-bit ISA slots. Operating System: IBM PC DOS IBM BASIC Other Features: Optional Intel [----] math coprocessor. PC speaker for audio. Standard IBM Model F 83-key keyboard. . . . . #ibm #80scomputer #ibmpc #ibmcomputer #retrotech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5Dair3UTJvg) 2025-08-05T17:44Z 40.5K followers, 33.4K engagements "1955 and tech support wont take your call. [----] and tech support doesnt answer. . . . . #retrotech #asmr #techsupport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=brNPC4T7CX0) 2026-02-06T23:58Z 41K followers, 12.4K engagements "Setting up a [--] Year Old IBM Retro PC Setup Follow for more cool tech videos The [----] IBM PC XT powered by an Intel [----] CPU at [----] MHz and running PC DOS displays a blinking text cursor on its screen. A simple BASIC program runs in an endless loop rapidly printing lines of text down the screen. The mechanical keyboard clicks with each keypress and the 5.25" floppy drive hums faintly in the background evoking the early days of personal computing. Here's a little #asmr video for you This computer brings a wave of nostalgia to us 80s workers This setup is so fun and brings a conversation" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ELGyjok8aAc) 2025-08-08T20:01Z 40.8K followers, 454.2K engagements "20 Year Old iMac G4 Steve Jobs Favorite Design Check out the specs below The iMac G4 has one of the sleekest designs of any computer probably even sleeker than the ones today. Steve Jobs was very fond of this now vintage computer even going as far as putting his name on the patent for it. I would love to see Apple apply these smooth principles and transparent technology to future Apple products and iMacs in the coming years @apple . . . #retrotech #imac #imacg4 #g4 #apple #retro #2000snostalgia" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L3pOFl1JJzA) 2025-08-29T19:56Z 40.8K followers, 1.4M engagements "A Fanless Design iMac G3 [----] Was @apple ahead of its time with this design A transparent case A fanless design A slot load CD drive Built in speakers This iMac G3 had it all. The almost silent whir brings back nostalgia. This version came out in [----] with a some great upgrades from the original iMac G3. The cool transparent color is something out of the future. This had everything a kid could dream of in school in terms of a computer for their computer lab . . . . @Apple #retrotech #imac #imacg3 #transparentcase #transparentcomputer #apple #90stech #90scomputer #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PvZZAd3EWuM) 2025-10-29T18:43Z 40.8K followers, 3.4M engagements "Unboxing the Surface Pro [--] Comment down below if you'll be picking one of these up and send this to someone who needs this versatile new laptop We set up the all-new Microsoft Surface Pro [--] for a customer It was simple and enjoyable. This is a great choice for those who want the freedom and versatility of a tablet but also enjoy the aspects of a computer and keyboard The display screen is beautiful and the touch screen works great It feels smooth and looks very clean. Microsoft has created a really great product and we would definitely recommend grabbing one of these for everyday use or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hZ7qLfnRXI4) 2025-07-29T18:42Z 40.8K followers, 419.4K engagements "IBM PC XT diagnostics dont lie Booted up the original IBM diagnostics andsure enoughsomething failed. Do you know what this error code is . . . . #ibm #retrocomputing #techsupport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ah5JQfWfemE) 2026-01-26T06:00Z 41K followers, 19.1K engagements "XT to RTX This desk spans over [--] years of computing. From floppy disks and diagnostics to RGB and raw performance. Generations change. Problem-solving doesnt. . . . #retrotech #ibm #nostalgia" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=R8UoxIub-Zo) 2026-01-27T23:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "1987 Touchscreen Macintosh Retro Fit When my customers come in and see this they are always impressed They love the retro look but the modern feel I retrofitted a Macintosh Plus with an iPad Now I can use it as a touchscreen and even as a camera. Let me know what you think . . . . #retrotech #retrofit #80stech #macintoshplus #macintosh #apple #ipad #nostalgia #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ToBPp3SpwEU) 2025-10-10T17:29Z 39.8K followers, 480.1K engagements "Decapping G5 - Part [--] Part 1: The iMac G5 was special because it was a huge turning point for Appleand honestly the quiet blueprint for modern iMacs. 🖥 The first truly modern iMac This was the moment Apple ditched the colorful personality computer look and went clean flat and minimal. That thin aluminum slab with the stand Thats still the basic iMac design today. Before the G5 desktops looked like desktops. After the G5 they looked like appliances. ⚡ PowerPC G5 in an all-in-one (wild at the time) The PowerPC G5 was a hot power-hungry CPUoriginally meant for towers. Apple crammed it behind an" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Csh1tGPFUC0) 2026-01-23T21:00Z 41K followers, 21.1K engagements "XT Modern System Comparison Different decade. Different hardware. Same troubleshooting mindset. From an IBM PC XT to a modern system the tools changed but the way you think through problems didnt. Old systems. Modern support. . . . . #retrotech #computerrepair #nostalgia" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NJLYLyaUkNs) 2026-02-03T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Setting up a [--] Year Old iMac Running Linux Share this with a Linux fan Specs Below Watch a 23-year-old iMac G4 come back to life-now running Linux. We wiped the original OS X install and got Linux running on it-lightweight fast and perfect for reviving old hardware. This is the iMac G4-Apple's [----] desktop that looked like it came from the future. It's known for its swivel display sleek dome base and yes those iconic external speakers. This was known as the Sunflower Mac Specs: 15-inch LCD on an adjustable arm PowerPC G4 processor (700 MHz to [----] GHZ) Up to [--] GB of RAM Built-in CD-RW or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RTir5NLEcqc) 2025-10-08T17:44Z 40.3K followers, 1.7M engagements "Hooking up a [--] year old IBM PC [----] PC Setup Follow for more cool tech videos Watch as we hook up the cord to the IBM The [----] IBM PC XT powered by an Intel [----] CPU at [----] MHz and running PC DOS displays a blinking text cursor on its screen. A simple BASIC program runs in an endless loop rapidly printing lines of text down the screen. The mechanical keyboard clicks with each keypress and the 5.25" floppy drive hums faintly in the background evoking the early days of personal computing. Here's a little #asmr video for you This computer brings a wave of nostalgia to us 80s workers This setup" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Xm17aFRlc38) 2025-08-18T14:37Z 40.3K followers, 35.7K engagements "Deep cleaning Power Mac G5 Deep cleaning Power Mac G5and found the stinking system administrator. . . . #retrotech #apple #mac" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gyyP0D4VYMI) 2026-02-05T17:01Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Tech Support - [----] Rotary phone ASMR - [----] tech supportthis was your live chat. . . . #ASMR #Retrotech #Vintage" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kzWyz3aTdhg) 2026-01-30T18:01Z 41K followers, 25.1K engagements "Productivity. [----] Before smartphones this was productivity. This used to run meetings calendars contacts and entire careers. Palm Pilot V. Stylus taps. Quiet focus. Technical Specifications Device type: Personal digital assistant (PDA) by 3Com (Palm Computing) Operating System: Palm OS [---] (upgradeable to 3.3) Processor: Motorola DragonBall EZ (16 MHz) Memory: [--] MB RAM (no internal expansion) Display: Backlit grayscale LCD (16-shade) touchscreen [---] [---] px Connectivity: Serial port (proprietary for syncing/charging) Infrared (IR) beaming (for wireless data transfer) Battery: Rechargeable" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mT2LvysjdKA) 2026-02-04T17:01Z 41K followers, 24.1K engagements "Dell Cleaning ASMR Dell Vostro Tower PC What Is It Built for small businesses: Office work Accounting POS / back-office systems Long uptime not flashy specs Most Vostro towers youll see are from the late 2000smid 2010s. 🔧 Typical Specs (varies by model) CPU: Intel Core [--] Duo / i3 / i5 (depending on era) RAM: DDR2 or DDR3 Storage: [---] HDD (perfect SSD upgrade candidate) Cooling: Rear exhaust + CPU fan . . . #retrotech #dell #asmr" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-UpdLaVP8kA) 2026-01-10T00:05Z 41K followers, 19.6K engagements "Secret VGA Port iMac G3 The [----] iMac G3: Secret Port info below From a hardware perspective it was a regular VGA port which meant except standard VGA cables. But from from a software perspective it was limited in proprietary ways: [--]. It only supported video mirroring. [--]. It did not support independent monitor set ups where you could drag windows between monitors. [--]. The resolution and refresh rates were dictated by the internal CRT capability. Bottom line it showed Apples forward thinking as todays dual monitor computer set ups are common. . . . #g3 #retrocomputer #nostalgia #retrotech #imac" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1KwhD-mHra4) 2025-11-07T20:55Z 22.8K followers, [---] engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using Windows Storage Sense In this video we cover the basics of using the Windows Storage Sense utility that is built into Windows" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2vUCBNuOWN4) 2025-12-01T03:57Z 32.8K followers, [--] engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using Windows Defender In this video we do a quick overview of the Windows Defender Antivirus built into Windows" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4c7LvSFWyzs) 2025-12-01T03:59Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements "Wake up Daddys Home iMac G4 Should I retrofit these to respond to my clapping Two iMac G4s for the best early 2000s tech setup. One is a [--] inch iMac and one is a [--] inch. . . . . #imacg4 #imac #retrotech #shorts #tonystark #ironman" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5FktMa9Z8mg) 2025-12-04T21:07Z 34.4K followers, 24.9K engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Fake sites In this video we discuss what to look for and stay away from when it comes to fake websites that can trick you into being scammed" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5RrUzsKbQGM) 2025-12-01T03:43Z 32.8K followers, [--] engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - BrowserExtensions In this video we discuss cleaning up and removing browser extensions that can slow down your Windows computer" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=65AekYZsANY) 2025-12-01T03:41Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements "The Quietest iMac Ever- ASMR iMac [--] I set up a new iMac [--] for a customer. This is Apples quietest iMac that theyve made. Its sleek design brings some new life to the Apple iMac line coming in seven different colors. It also has the M4 chip and Apple Intelligence 🍎 This was a fun setup and I also showed the chunky iMac G5 next to it for comparison at the end. Also how do you like the Multiverse of Macness Mugs @Apple . . . . . #imac #apple #moderntech #computer #asmr #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6cjGDSC-je4) 2025-11-26T21:26Z 35.4K followers, 387.4K engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Overview Course syllabus overview of this class" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7uMOijXibF0) 2025-12-01T03:33Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements "Old Laptop ASMR Dell Inspiron [----] Specs: Processor - Intel Celeron (Northwood-based) - Speeds typically [---] GHz [---] GHz - Single-core 32-bit (no 64-bit support) Memory (RAM) - [---] MB DDR standard - Max: [--] GB DDR (PC2100 / PC2700) - [--] RAM slots Storage - [----] GB IDE (PATA) hard drive - [----] RPM common Display - [----] XGA (1024 768) - CCFL-backlit LCD Graphics - Intel Extreme Graphics - Shared system memory (up to [--] MB) - No hardware T&L (very basic XP-era) Optical Drive - CD-ROM CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW combo (varies by config) Networking - 10/100 Ethernet - No Wi-Fi by default - Optional PCMCIA" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7vjpDTJYZBY) 2026-01-03T00:11Z 41K followers, 24.3K engagements "Saving My iMac G3 Before replacing parts always reseat and clean. RAM and AirPort card pulled contacts cleaned reinstalled and this iMac G3 powered right back up. . . . . #retrotech #apple #techsupport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8uQJZig8wG4) 2026-01-18T19:00Z 41K followers, 60.2K engagements "Twins. Not Clones. [--] vs [--] iMac G4 Same DNA. Different personality. Small and agile or big and bold Which one wins iMac G4 [--] - Display: [--] LCD (1024 768) - CPU: PPC G4 [---] MHz to [--] GHz - RAM: Up to [--] GB - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce2 MX / ATI Radeon [----] - Storage: IDE HDD (4080 GB typical) - Ports: USB [---] FireWire [---] VGA out - Vibe: Compact balanced classic iMac G4 [--] - Display: [--] LCD (1440 900) - CPU: PPC G4 [--] GHz to [----] GHz - RAM: Up to [--] GB - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce4 MX / ATI Radeon [----] - Storage: IDE HDD (80160 GB typical) - Ports: USB 2.0* FireWire [---] VGA out - Vibe: Bigger" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=91gL4M8UZyg) 2026-01-21T20:00Z 41K followers, 20.6K engagements "Part [--] of 4: [----] IBM PC XTs = [--] Stick of RAM This little 8GB RAM stick It holds the memory of about [----] IBM PC XTs. Back in [----] youd need an entire warehouse packed wall-to-wall with beige boxesfans humming hard drives clickingjust to equal whats sitting on this one tiny chip. Its wild to think that a piece of hardware smaller than your thumb now replaces thousands of classic machines that once powered offices labs and early PC history. . . . . #ibm #pcram #retrocomputer #retrotech #80stech #80snostalgia" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9deMQdpjVBE) 2025-11-17T20:49Z 31.9K followers, 61.8K engagements "Cleaning out [--] Years of Cheese I had to clean out [--] years worth of cheese (dust) from the MacPro Cheese Grater Every part of this computer had dust in it and it led to a pretty satisfying cleaning . . . . #apple #macpro #retrotech #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9um20XiK5hk) 2025-11-28T20:08Z 33.3K followers, 42.5K engagements "Panther + Aqua = Magic macOS Panther + Aqua = Magic Running Mac OS X Panther on the G4 was a visual flex: - Translucent Aqua UI - Smooth animations - That iconic welcome video & music It wasnt just an OSit was an experience. #TechNostalgia #RetroComputing #OldSchoolTech #ClassicComputers #2000sTech #ThrowbackTech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BVHjNGvoiEg) 2026-01-15T03:47Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "MAC Cleanup [---] - Intro This is an overview introduction discussing why Macs slow down" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CqgnFxWgRtY) 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [--] engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using Disk Cleanup This video covers the basics of the built in disk cleanup utility in Windows" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=D20PQzfAriI) 2025-12-01T03:54Z 34.1K followers, [--] engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Uninstalling Programs In this video we cover how to uninstall unnecessary programs in your Windows computer that may be slowing down your system" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EG2Z6QxiNvY) 2025-12-01T03:48Z 34.8K followers, [--] engagements "Not One But Two Cupholders Does your Pc have Cupholders Dell's superior innovation at the time gave us [--] coffee cupholders. Today pcs have either only [--] or zero. At the time this was perfect for letting your computer hold your coffee while you sat and worked your day job. . . . . #computer #computerjokes #dell #dellpc #cupholder #computershop #retrotech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ESBV_aqVDYg) 2025-10-17T19:17Z 18.5K followers, 105.6K engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Task manager In this video we do a quick review of the Windows Task Manager. How to invoke it how to force cancel programs & processes and other basic overviews of items in the task manager" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EVu3D4EyrXs) 2025-12-01T03:46Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements "Building Beefy Computer Part [--] Windows XP Install and Counterstrike As requested the Beefy Computer Build Part [--] Ran into some problems installing Windows XP and Counter Strike but got it done. This was really fun to build and film and I hope you all enjoy As usual Marvin was there wreaking havoc. . . . . . #beefycomputer #counterstrike #2000scomputer #oldcomputer #retropc #2000snostalgia" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FLJYZTORJ98) 2025-10-01T19:34Z 37.4K followers, 37K engagements "The Oldest Computer in my Shop🦖🦕 Atari [---] Happy National Fossil's Day This is the oldest computer in my shop The Atari [---] It was released in [----] with an Atari [---] Serial Interface Connector that came out in '79. I also have two Atari [---] XLs that came out in [----] and the Atari [---] Floppy Disk Drive came out in [----]. The Atari is an iconic part of computer and gaming history with a huge following of gamers and a huge library of games @atari . . . . #atari #atari800 #atari800xl #ataricomputer #retrocomputer #retrotech #80snostalgia #nationalfossilday" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=G3e7isfzrv8) 2025-10-15T15:34Z 39.6K followers, 98.8K engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using CCleaner In this video we go over the basic usage of the free CCleaner program. Note: Since the time of this video there has been a new version [--] of CCleaner. The concepts covered in this video still apply although the user interface of the new version of CCleaner has changed. An update to this video is in the works" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GObGzs-cPSE) 2025-12-01T03:51Z 39.4K followers, [---] engagements "iBook G3 Repurposing iBook G3 repurposing. The white iBook G3 only had a five month lifespan from May [----] to October [----] but now weve made it timeless. We took an iBook G3 from [----] and made it intowell see for yourself. . . . . . #g3 #mac #apple #repurposed #2000s" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GczWmkIHesU) 2026-01-10T22:38Z 41K followers, 10.7K engagements "1999 called I added LEDs This [----] transparent iMac G3 was never meant to glow so I fixed that. I took it apart installed internal LEDs reassembled it piece by piece then powered it on in the dark. Pure late-90s Apple vibesupgraded for [----]. #RetroApple #iMacG3 #VintageTech #AppleHistory #RetroComputing #TechRestoration #LEDMod #1999Tech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=H7dePz9I5eo) 2026-01-16T17:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "The Best Selling Computer of All Time [--] Million Sold The Commodore [--] holds the Guinness Book of World Records for the best selling computer of all time. It was released in [----] with a price tag of around $595. The "64" refers to the [--] KB of RAM and it had a MOS Technology [----] CPU running at [--] MHz. It had VIC-Il graphics Chip and was VAS capable of sprites and smooth scrolling. making it great for gamers. Programs and games came on a [--] 1/4 floppy disk. This is widely regarded as the bestselling home computer of all time with sales estimates of 12-17 million. It had a huge software library" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I0CY6-tFouM) 2025-09-29T15:41Z 39K followers, 2M engagements "WiFi with a Handle 🍎 Apple in 1999: The Comeback Era - The iMac G3 (1998) had already saved Apple financially. - The iBook G3 (released July 1999) was the consumer laptop counterpart to the iMac: - Affordable - Colorful - Friendly - Not intimidating 👉 This is where Apple shifted from computer company to lifestyle tech brand. - The iBook was the 1st mass-market laptop with Wi-Fi. - Apple branded it AirPort to use it for: - Browsing the web - While walking around the stage - With no cables plugged in That blew minds in [----]. Most people were still: - On dial-up - Sharing one family computer -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I9TDK3BSu9E) 2025-12-29T22:33Z 41K followers, 55.8K engagements "1998 iMac G3 vs [----] iMac G3 What are the differences Have you ever wondered what the differences were between the [----] iMac G3 vs the [----] iMac G3 The older [--] version seems to have had a sturdier handle. The [----] version replaced the little handle on the back with an Apple proprietary video connector. The monitor stands were pretty much the same on both models. The [----] iMac upgraded to a passive convection cooling system. This fanless design had [---] cooling vent holes while the [----] fan version had [---] holes. The [--] G3 had Harmon Kardon speakers that were manufactured in house at Apple." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IWxHBKegzR0) 2025-11-06T21:00Z 33.3K followers, 197.3K engagements "Team Atari or Team Commodore Who had the superior gaming computer The Commodore [--] or the Atari [---] XL These gaming systems of the 80s both had a huge catalog of games and both still have a huge following . . . . #commodore64 #atari #gamingcomputer #retrotech #retrocomputer #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LE6qsPKULWo) 2025-11-11T20:35Z 27.8K followers, 15.2K engagements "Part [--] of 4: RAMmaxxing a [----] PC IBM PC XT /RAM maxxing/ - is taking an old computer like the [----] IBM PC XT and expand the RAM to the max amount possible. Using the AST Expansion Six Pack Plus Card we have added 384K of RAM to the IBM. Of course we have to set the DIP switch settings to tell the IBM how much total RAM is added. 256K plus 384K of RAM makes a total of 640K RAM. RAMmaxxing . . . . #rammaxxing #ibmpc #retrocomputer #computermemory #pcram #80s #RAMmaxxing #randomaccessmemory #retrotech #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=M9_IFRvQSJk) 2025-11-14T20:13Z 29.6K followers, 206.8K engagements "Revive A [----] Dell A [----] Dell Latitude D505 came in the shop for recycle. The customer just wanted us to recycle it and make sure the data was gone. Unfortunately or fortunately the hard drive had crashed so all we had to do was remove the hard drive and smash it to shatter the internal platters so there would be no chance of their data getting leaked. However the rest of the laptop worked. It just needs some TLC cleanup a new hard drive and an OS reload. Perfect candidate to reload Windows XP Pro on this retro laptop. Latitude D505 Specs: Processor: Intel Pentium M or Celeron M (e.g. 1.2" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N9YS_hYNxoE) 2026-01-07T19:00Z 41K followers, [---] engagements "Original Gangster Keyboard Built like a tank with a steel backplate legendary buckling-spring switches and a layout so iconic it literally became the standard. It weighs nearly [--] pounds clicks louder than a typewriter and still types better than most modern boards fresh out of the box. The removable keys are something missed on most modern keyboards now. . . . . #retrokeyboard #computerkeyboard #keyboard #ibm #retrotech #shorts @IBM" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NPAGXFg08cU) 2025-12-02T20:51Z 34.6K followers, 20.5K engagements "Marvin Gets Concussion What Made the Blue Dell Inspiron [----] Stand Out At a time when most laptops were boring looking the blue Inspiron just felt fun. It echoed a new design wave of Windows laptops. It shipped with Windows XP which was stable fast and friendly: - No forced accounts - No cloud logins - No app stores - Everything was local This was the era of: - Winamp skins - CD ripping & burning - LimeWire / Kazaa - AOL Instant Messenger - Desktop icons everywhere Processor - Intel Celeron (Northwood-based) - Speeds typically [---] GHz [---] GHz - Single-core 32-bit (no 64-bit support) Memory" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NmYt_KBMVx4) 2026-01-02T21:55Z 41K followers, 21.1K engagements "1999 iMac G3 Secret VGA Port The [----] iMac G3: Secret Port info below From a hardware perspective it was a regular VGA port which meant except standard VGA cables. But from from a software perspective it was limited in proprietary ways: [--]. It only supported video mirroring. [--]. It did not support independent monitor set ups where you could drag windows between monitors. [--]. The resolution and refresh rates were dictated by the internal CRT capability. Bottom line it showed Apples forward thinking as todays dual monitor computer set ups are common. . . . #g3 #retrocomputer #nostalgia #retrotech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PIh4EbnvSTY) 2025-11-10T19:41Z 26.5K followers, 31.3K engagements "Part [--] of 4: OG PC XT Dissection [----] IBM Full breakdown below Dissecting the IBM [----] PC XT The [----] was released in [----] and these expansion boards made a lot of different things possible. The boards showcased are the color graphics card the Hayes Modem Card the AST 6-pack expansion card and extra 384K Next was the SYSDINE Hard Drive Controller Card and the floppy drive controller The system board has 256K base RAM. The AST adds 384K for a total of 640K RAM. . . . . #ibm #retrocomputer #oldcomputer #expansioncard #nostalgia #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PL1ucJDtsSU) 2025-11-12T21:06Z 31.2K followers, 53.9K engagements "Turning My [----] iMac G3 Into A Neon Time Machine This [----] transparent iMac G3 was never meant to glow so I fixed that. I took it apart installed internal LEDs reassembled it piece by piece then powered it on in the dark. Pure late-90s Apple vibesupgraded for [----]. . . . . #RetroApple #iMacG3 #VintageTech #AppleHistory #RetroComputing #TechRestoration #LEDMod #1999Tech #SeeThroughTech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PWzd1TeLMlM) 2026-01-16T20:00Z 41K followers, [---] engagements "Best Selling Computer of all Time Released in [----] for@$595. Its name comes from [--] KB of RAM. Huge gaming library . . . . #retrotech #commodore64 #retrogaming" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Pxw9JZDhpk4) 2026-01-04T15:16Z 41K followers, 13.8K engagements "Your MacBooks Grandparents Whats your favorite Apple laptop back in the day The [----] PowerBook [---]. The [----] iBook G3 Clamshell. Or the [----] iBook G4. Comment below. . . . . #retrotech #apple #macintosh" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SORqk-Il6y0) 2025-12-11T20:16Z 41K followers, 32K engagements "Whats inside of a TRS-80 Specs below Have you ever wondered whats inside of a TRS-80 Color Computer Commonly referred to as the Trash-80 Radio Shack came out with this computer in [----]. It was later called the Tandy Color Computer. TRS-80 stands for Tandy Radio Shack Z80. [--] is from Zilog Z80 processor that the computer was based on. It had a Chiclet style keyboard (iykyk) An [--] bit data bus with 16KB of RAM and 8KB of ROM. A Motorola [----] CPU [--] Color or [--] color output to tv It also had DIN Connectors for cassette Serial I/O right and left joysticks. You had to set the jumpers to tell the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TLAaJeqmtTc) 2025-12-03T20:59Z 34.1K followers, 21.1K engagements "Why does it never fit on the first try iMac G3 USB Ports Is it just me or does anyone else have trouble putting USBs in the ports We Fix Stupid Computers everyday so this happens all the time. If it happens to you let us know in the comments . . . . . #techstruggles #computertech #itjokes #apple #retrotech #imac #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TnvnBerZ2to) 2025-11-05T20:16Z 25.7K followers, 22.9K engagements "MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Clean System Files In this video we discuss Mac storage & how to manage it. Removing large downloads & unsupported apps and clearing out system cache log files & application caches" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TsjTuSIea3w) 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [---] engagements "The 1st Apple Trackpad 📊 Apple PowerBook [---] Release & History - Introduced: May [----] - Discontinued: June [----] - With modern features like a trackpad built-in Ethernet PC Card support and dual battery slots. 🧠 Processor & Memory - CPU: Motorola 68LC040 (32-bit) at [--] MHz - FPU: None (no math coprocessor) - L1 Cache: [--] KB - Standard RAM [--] MB - Expandable to [--] MB (via one [--] MB module + onboard) 📺 Display & Video - Built-in Screen: [---] grayscale passive-matrix LCD - Resolution: [---] [---] - VRAM: [---] KB (supports external color at [---] colors) - Second Display Support: Up to [---] [---] (8-bit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=W99kDEw7XEE) 2025-12-15T19:05Z 41K followers, 41K engagements "A Dog Ate my Customers USB Hot Wiring USB + Data Recovery Youve heard of a dog ate my homework well how bout a dog ate my USB I recently had a customer come in with something I have never seen before. A dog ate his USB. The USB was completely chewed up. We wanted to see if we could salvage the storage controller chip and the flash memory chip. Fortunately those two pieces on the circuit board were fine. We just had to fix the USB connector. The easiest way to fix the USB connector was to remove it and hotwire a new one on. . . . . #soldering #usb #techfix #datarecovery #solder #computerrepair" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Wc7SMQnnByQ) 2025-10-28T14:32Z 22.8K followers, [---] engagements "2003 called. They want their laptop back. [----] iBook G4 Facts 🤍 Design & vibe - Nicknamed the marshmallow Mac because of its glossy white polycarbonate shell. - Apple intentionally designed it to look friendly and non-intimidating This was the student Mac. - Rounded edges + white plastic = peak early-2000s Apple aesthetic. 🎒 Student legend - Marketed heavily to schools and college students. - Many peoples first-ever laptop. - Often survived backpacks dorms and coffee spills better than it should have. ⚙ G4 power (but chill) - Powered by a PowerPC G4 slower than the PowerBook G4. - Apple" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Wqggi_N2Qig) 2025-12-20T02:32Z 41K followers, 169.8K engagements "Apple Gave Up On This MacBook - Linux Didnt Repurposed not retired. This [----] MacBook got a second life with Zorin Linuxfast lightweight and modern. No unsupported macOS no outdated programs. Just a smooth desktop that feels familiar and actually runs well on older Mac hardware. Perfect for web browsing email office work media playback and learning Linux without the headache. Old Mac. New purpose. Zero e-waste vibes. ♻💻 . . . #retrotech #zorinos #linux" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WrRXGZvaiAk) 2026-01-07T02:25Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Dell cleaning ASMR Number [---] Cold early morning computer cleaning ASMR. . . . . #asmr #dell #techsupport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WxJbbr0nPCA) 2026-01-20T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Course WrapUp This is the wrap up to the free video course "PC Cleanup 101". Thank you for watching. If you have any questions please email us at help@wefixstupidcomputers.com" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=X2_gN0rN5A0) 2025-12-01T04:05Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements "Apple Battery Replacement Mac Book Pro [----] Today at the shop I had to replace a Mac Book Pro [----] battery Check out these neat tricks that I have used for years on these Apple products . . . . . #batteryreplacement #applebatteryreplacement #computershop #computerrepair #computertricks #macbattery #macbookpro #macbookprepair #macbatteryrepair #itsupport #lynchburgva" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Z00MJeYJOGQ) 2025-08-14T18:34Z 39.6K followers, [----] engagements "Is this a Tron Disk Mainframe Reel Did you think this was a Tron Disk Well it is actually a [--] track data magnetic tape for an IBM mainframe. The IBM tape was introduced in the 50s on the IBM [---] computer. The [--] track version became standard in [----]. The [--] track tape stored data on nine parallel tracks. It was typically [--] 1/2 inch wide wound on metal or plastic reels up to [----] inches in diameter. The transfer speed was measured in inches per second (IPS) and was typically 75-200 IPS. Early model capacities were a few megabytes but by the 70s it was over [---] megabytes per reel. The tape was" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZIibrthGtto) 2025-10-27T19:06Z 19K followers, 27.8K engagements "Honeymoon Picture Recover on G5 PowerMac After finding out that Saltys PowerMac G5 wont boot he asked us to recover some honeymoon pictures 👀. He does have a great taste in music though needing his Lynrd Skynrd and The Marshall Tucker Band music recovered. . . . . #customerservice #powermac #apple #computerjokes #powermacg5 #shorts #it" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZxAYYqCE4Ic) 2025-11-21T20:47Z 31.2K followers, 11.3K engagements "80s PCs Were Physical Why was the original IBM PC so heavy: 🧱 [--]. Thick steel chassis (not plastic) - The XT used heavy-gauge steel panels and internal framing - Designed to survive shipping stacking and daily corporate abuse - Strength + shielding = serious mass Modern PCs save weight with thin steel and plastic. The XT didnt. 🔌 [--]. Massive linear-style power supply - Large transformer heat sinks and metal casing Built for stability and longevity not efficiency - Much heavier than modern switching PSUs 💾 [--]. Full-height floppy drives - [--] full-height drives had metal frames motors gears - Two" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_5GDDwchX2k) 2025-12-27T00:20Z 41K followers, 45.6K engagements "MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Disable Unnecessary Startup Items This video discusses which system settings in a Mac to review & turn off. How to stop apps from starting when macOS boots. We also discuss background app permissions" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bCCOSQ5Xue0) 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [--] engagements "Beefy Computer Build from Counter Strike The Beefy Computer from Counter Strike was based on a Dell Dimension [----]. I was inspired to do this because of a comment on another video where a follower saw it and said we should build it This is seen in CS Office . . . . . #shorts #counterstrike #csgo #beefycomputer #retrotech #2000snostalgia #computer #wefixstupidcomputers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dzCcFD51hlI) 2025-09-30T13:58Z 17.3K followers, 53.6K engagements "$11000 Macintosh From [----] SE Setup This old machine reminds me of something you'd see the TVA using If you know you know A little Loki Easter egg Share this with a friend from the 80s Macintosh SE (1987) The Macintosh SE was Apple's first compact Mac with internal expansion capabilities. It sold from 1987-1990 and the cost was $3900. $10800 in todays money A favorite in schools and offices it brought serious power in a small all-in-one design. This little beige box marked a big step forward for Apple's classic Mac line. X Key Specs CPU: Motorola [-----] @ [--] MHZ RAM: [--] MB (expandable to [--] MB)" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=giRYH9R1_G4) 2025-10-13T19:27Z 25.7K followers, 596K engagements "PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using Malwarebytes This video covers the basics of using the free Malwarebytes cleanup program. How to download install & use it" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iEHH4fuHaaM) 2025-12-01T03:56Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements "How to stop Windows [--] Updates from Ending for Free If you've been getting that dreaded message about the free updates for Windows [--] ending I have a solution for you. If you are in the US Microsoft will eventually make you pay to get security. updates for your Windows [--] computer. This is a little work around for now so you can keep on enjoying those extended security updates for as long as you can so you don't have to pay for a year of updates. (This probably will be temporary and may not work for everyone's computer) Follow for more tech tips like this . . . . . #techtips #windows10" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iWpb_TETOfQ) 2025-10-03T18:03Z 15.8K followers, 43K engagements "Happy Steve Jobs Day It's Steve Jobs Day Apple has a huge legacy thanks to Steve His innovation design and imagination gave us the iconic iMac G3 and iMac G4 and paved the way for modern computing as we know it today @Apple . . . . . #stevejobs #stevejobsday #apple #stevejobsmemorial #imacg3 #imacg4 #macintosh #retrotech #vintagetech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iaYAHWw2U9s) 2025-10-16T19:48Z 15.8K followers, 31.6K engagements "Coding on a [----] IBM List/Array Drop your coding ideas in the comments below We took this suggestion from @Benzzo who suggested that we should demonstrate a short BASIC program to demonstrate how to code and run an array on our [--] year old @IBM computer This was fun to make and has us really thinking about more coding ideas Follow for more . . . . . #coding #codingtiktok #ibm #computershop #80s #retrotech #microsoft #80skid #80skids #1980 #1980s #1980svibes #pc" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kNKJxi5_3z0) 2025-08-07T18:14Z 39.4K followers, 19.2K engagements "Building a [----] PC Follow for more tech builds Listen to this amazing audio. We took apart and rebuilt the [----] IBM PC XT Marvin the Martian commanded the building of this IBM PC The process was fairly complicated but it was most definitely fun At the time this computer would have cost around $7500 dollars which would be around $24000 in today's money This had a [--] Meg hard drive a color graphics adapter and a floppy disk slot . . . . @IBM #computerbuild #gamingpc #retropc #retrocomputer #computer #pcbuild #ibm #ibmpc #ibmcomputer #retrotech #80s #asmrbuild #gaming #80stech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=l0VS-BNTx9E) 2025-10-30T18:59Z 26.5K followers, 1.8M engagements "20 Second Teardown 🧠 Build & Design - Completely tool-less no screwdriver needed for drives PCIe cards or RAM - Side panel weighs more than some modern laptops - Designed by the same team behind the Power Mac G5 - One latch unlocks the entire machine ⚙ Hardware Nerd Facts - Shipped with Xeon Nehalem CPUs (server-grade silicon) - Triple-channel DDR3 ECC RAM (desktop Macs didnt get ECC again for years) - Supports up to [--] RAM slots (dual CPU models) - PCIe slots powered directly from the board no adapters needed 🔥 Cooling & Engineering - Uses separate thermal zones for CPUs GPUs drives and PSU" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nUSbuq_GdUU) 2025-12-19T01:39Z 41K followers, 148.1K engagements "Organically Inspired. During the iMac G4s unveiling in [----] Steve Jobs described the G4 as being inspired by a sunflower on his kitchen table. The adjustable chrome arm mimics how a sunflowers stem bends and tilts as it tracks the sun. The white polycarbonate dome base is like a hemisphere having a very organic shape rounded smooth and bulb-like like the base of a sunflower. Jony Ive and the design team shifted the idea of a desktop computer from a rectangular machine to something alive friendly and organic. Apple design documents referred to it as the Sunflower Mac internally with codenames" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oqEhBFmtiMs) 2025-12-10T23:59Z 41K followers, 13.3K engagements "Unwind. Rewind. Power On. The yo-yo power adapter that shipped with the iBook G3 was genuinely cooland very Applefor a few smart reasons: [--]. Built-in Cable Management (Way Ahead of Its Time) Instead of loosely wrapping cords: - The cable retracted and stored inside the brick - No knots no Velcro no mess - Toss it in a backpack and it stayed tidy In the early 2000s this felt futuristic. [--]. It Turned a Boring Accessory into an Experience Unwinding and rewinding it was: - Satisfying - Tactile - Almost toy-like (hence the yo-yo nickname) Apple made something fun that didnt need to be fun. [--]. Peak" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r4wFVrUApps) 2026-01-12T01:08Z 41K followers, 45.7K engagements "Customer Grates Cheese🧀 on MAC PRO G5😮 I think my customer took the Cheese Grater nickname too seriously on the Mac Pro G5😂 He started scraping cheese into the computer All jokes aside I am going to do a data recovery on his Mac Pro because it is completely dead. Disclaimer: No Macs were actually harmed in the making of this G5 Cheese Grater video. . . . . #cheesegrater #macpro #g5 #2000stech #nostalgia #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rFvuwOKSenI) 2025-11-19T20:55Z 29.6K followers, 26.1K engagements "Coolest.Mac.Ever [----] MacPro [--] Cooling: Uses front-to-back airflow with independent thermal zones: - Zone A: CPU & memory - Zone B: Expansion cards - Zone C: Hard drive bays no - Zone D: Power Supply Each zone has its own fan(s) and temperature sensors. [--] Front Intake Fan Location: Behind the front grille Purpose: Pulls cool air into the case - Feeds CPU tray RAM PCIe area and drive bays [--] CPU Heatsink Fan(s) Location: On the removable CPU tray Purpose: Cool the CPU(s) directly - Single-CPU model: [--] fan - Dual-CPU model: [--] fans - Air is pulled through the massive aluminum [--] Rear Fan" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=u0sqmK_g37M) 2025-12-18T01:03Z 41K followers, 11.9K engagements "1983 vs [----] Not Much Has Changed Not much has changed since [----]. in terms of replacing a power supply. I had to replace a Dell Optiplex [----]. The way we replace it today is almost the same as replacing a PSU on the original IBM PC XT. Likewise as computers have changed the technology and software has changed too. But there are so many similarities in terms of replacing hardware and even speeding up the software. . . . . @IBM @Dell #ibm #dell #ibmpc #psureplacement #delltower #pcrepair #computerrepair #powersupply #shorts #80s" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uTbxn3TD8vg) 2025-11-04T19:56Z 26.1K followers, 39.1K engagements "Part [--] of 4: OG XT RAM DIP Switches IBM PC XT [----] Back in [----] you actually had to tell the computer how much RAM was installed as opposed to the computer actually knowing. It wasnt plug and play like today. You did this through setting DIP switches. . . . . #ibmcomputer #dipswitch #ram #retrocomputer #oldvsnew #retrocomputer #retrotech #80s #computerboard #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vGL90sdtOus) 2025-11-13T20:43Z 31.2K followers, 101.2K engagements "Macworld [--] Years Later iMac G4 [----] Comment sunflower if you think Apple should bring back a modern version of the iMac G4 If Apple still had Macworld and Steve Jobs was still around. would he reveal something groundbreaking like the iMac G4 It would be neat to see Apple bring back an updated version of this bold design. Complete with the swiveling screen and arm. The iMac G4 may have been Steve Jobs' greatest computer. @Apple . . . #imac #retrotech #applecomputer #shorts #stevejobs" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wd-9_6l2Qf0) 2025-12-05T20:03Z 34.4K followers, 58.4K engagements "No App Store No Subscriptions The iBook G4 landed at a very specific moment in tech historyand thats exactly why it was such a hit. Not despite the lack of an App Store subscriptions or distractions but because of it. It was a tool not a dopamine machine In the mid-2000s a laptop was still primarily for doing something: - Writing papers - Editing photos or video - Coding - Browsing the web intentionally - Email (not infinite feeds) - There were: ❌ No push notifications ❌ No infinite scroll So when you opened an iBook G4 you controlled the computernot the other way around. That felt" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y7nptp3O1g0) 2025-12-31T20:01Z 41K followers, 20.9K engagements "The Mutliverse of Macness iMac Generations When you mess with time it tends to mess back Welcome to the Multiverse of Macness Doctor Colt takes you through the many generations of iMacs all the way back to the Macintosh SE using his time stone. He must be careful though because going back in time to these beautiful machines may have repercussions👀🎃 This was a fun one I wish you all a Happy Halloween😂 Featured in this video are the Apple iMac [----] the iMac G5 iMac G4 the beloved iMac G3 and the very ancient relic: the Macintosh SE @Apple @marvel . . . #imac #apple #macintosh #retrotech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yRo6EQ_63hY) 2025-10-31T16:32Z 20.6K followers, 26.5K engagements "Panther+Aqua Magic iMac G4 Panther Magic macOS Panther + Aqua = Magic Running Mac OS X Panther on the G4 was a visual flex: - Translucent Aqua UI - Smooth animations - That iconic welcome video & music It wasnt just an OSit was an experience. #TechNostalgia #RetroComputing #OldSchoolTech #ClassicComputers #2000sTech #ThrowbackTech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ydgBZDZL7sw) 2026-01-13T19:15Z 41K followers, 15.7K engagements "The Forgotten Computer of the 80s Atari 800XL 🏅The official home computer of the [----] Olympics. Yeah seriously - when the world gathered in Los Angeles for the games the computer powering official data systems was this little machine: the Atari 800XL. Launched in [----] it was part of Atari's legendary 8-bit lineup a sleek workhorse with 64KB of memory built-in BASIC programming and an ANTIC graphics chip that could handle vibrant color and smooth scrolling long before other PCs caught up. It could run games write programs connect to printers and even access online services over a phone line" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zLGtYu7CtFI) 2025-10-28T18:26Z 39.7K followers, 192.7K engagements "Strange Things at The Computer Shop iPad running on a Macintosh and Old Phone Follow for more Strange Things. It's Friday the 13th at the office and our computers have been acting strange . . . . . #strangerthings #strangerthings5 #lynchburgva #netflix #strangerthingsfan #80s #strangerthingsnetflix #computershop #computer #strangerthingstv #oldphone #retrophone #retrocomputer #imac #retromac #apple" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1XX3AALXACc) 2025-07-31T19:58Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "Replacing the Touchscreen on an HP Envy x360 Laptop" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BjvNGVhMnJM) 2025-08-10T01:07Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "Rare Computer Shop Finds Part [--] Follow for more cool phones and computers from different eras Send this to your 2000s tech friends This phone is sleek and a great color find for the collection of old phones . . . . . #oldphone #oldphones #vintagephone #samsung #sliderphone #flipphone #tech #2000s #2000stech #refurbished" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=M3sdNHtSec4) 2025-07-30T18:58Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "Replacing the audio jack MagSafe board in a Macbook Air" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RIHHUxnKtZM) 2025-08-10T01:04Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "Retro never dies. something big is coming soon Who knows whats coming next Comment your guesses down below. . . . . . . . . . Dont look in the hashtags . . . . . . . . If youre looking here comment C . . . . . #commodore #commodore64 #retrogaming #retrocomputer" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=a887S7oE6ws) 2025-09-24T19:09Z [---] followers, [----] engagements "2015 iMac HD to SSD Conversion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=d5wFtMJY6s8) 2025-08-10T01:10Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "Replacing the keyboard on a Dell Inspiron 55R laptop that's a victim of a coffee spill" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fxF5QwurZkw) 2025-08-10T01:07Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "Laptop Battery Replacement Dell XPS Today at the shop I replaced a Dell XPS battery 🔋This battery was actually swollen so it was pushing up on the trackpad . . . . . #dellxps #delllaptop #batteryreplacement #laptoprepair #techrepair #diylaptopfix #laptopbattery #computerrepair #pcrepair #techtips #laptopfix #howtoreplacebattery #laptopmaintenance #techdiy #laptoptroubleshooting #swollenbattery #trackpad #swollentrackpad #brokentrackpad" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kt5jo9bGU5k) 2025-08-11T17:42Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "Apples $1100 Budget Computer [----] Specs down below @apple advertised this as a "budget" laptop in [----]. At around $1100 dollars this wasn't as budget friendly as you'd think. But all in all it was still a great design in the G4 line. The iBook G4 had the glowing Apple logo on the back email a slot cd drive [--] gig hard drive [--] mega of Ram built in modem [---] CPU Speed fire wire usbs speaker jack and integrated speakers. . . . . . #computershop #2000stech #ibook #appleibook #ibookg4 #g4 #appleg4 #oldcomputers #2000scomputers #2000snostalgia" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sUTSUci5wtg) 2025-08-15T13:48Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "Playing Brick on an iPod 2000s Nostalgia Comment if you had an iPod down below Who remembers this game Brick was a little fun game that came on the iPods. Allowing kids and adults to enjoy some game time @apple was really ahead of its time Follow for more 2000s tech . . . . . #ipod #brickgame #iphone #apple #2000smusic #2000snostalgia #2000stech #ipodgames #techshop #computershop #computers #appleipod #2000sgames" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ztxsJWWEO8I) 2025-08-04T16:23Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "Pick ONE. No Google. (Early 2000s Edition) Before the smartphone we carried these. Which one are you choosing Comment your pick. #retrotech #nostalgia #palmpilot #blackberry #shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_hUv8Zbg-gY) 2026-02-14T08:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "I Ran a [----] Floppy Disk With NO Case in an IBM XT Drive. This is how data recovery of spilled liquid on floppies weee done back in the day. I cut open a [----] floppy disk and inserted only the magnetic media into an original IBM XT floppy drive to see if it would still spin and read. No outer shell. No protection. Just raw magnetic film spinning while the read/write head moves back and forth. This is how early 1980s PC storage actually worked thin plastic coated in iron oxide spinning at [---] RPM inside a full-height drive. Vintage computing was beautifully mechanical. Would you have tried" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-l7O8tMMb18) 2026-02-13T00:00Z 41K followers, 334.5K engagements "This sound saved your homework ASMR The [----] floppy in the IBM PC XT is way cooler than people think. [--] It stored [---] KB that was huge Double-sided double-density About [--] WordStar docs [--] low-res image 😅 Back then Totally respectable. [--] The sound = physical positioning That iconic whine + thunk + chatter comes from: A stepper motor physically moving the read/write head No sensors it counted steps Disk slipped ❌ Data gone It sounds alive [--] It spins at a constant [---] RPM Not as needed always spinning Speed never changes Timing was EVERYTHING Modern drives adjust speed. This thing just" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BIb9Adpmkdk) 2026-02-11T17:00Z 41K followers, 21.5K engagements "Bro survived the 90s Cleaning battery corrosion from a Sony Walkman Sports cassette player (1988) and bringing it back to life. Fresh batteries cassette in press play. Analog tech ASMR hits different. Built before software updates. . . . . #asmr #walkman #cassette" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mDXy0UBlPMM) 2026-02-10T17:01Z 41K followers, 70.9K engagements "Old PC Power Supply Workbench PSU (ASMR) Quiet ASMR build turning a retired PC power supply into a standalone bench power supply. No talking just tools wiring and power-on. https://amzn.to/3Ot0JeS As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Osg1SbDCZWI) 2026-02-08T19:51Z 41K followers, 371.6K engagements "Someone threw these away. Someone threw these away. How many can you identify without Googling . . . . #retrocomputing #satisfying #recycling" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1KhCe5EWRRI) 2026-02-07T22:00Z 41K followers, 18.4K engagements "1955 and tech support wont take your call. [----] and tech support doesnt answer. . . . . #retrotech #asmr #techsupport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=brNPC4T7CX0) 2026-02-06T23:58Z 41K followers, 12.4K engagements "Deep cleaning Power Mac G5 Deep cleaning Power Mac G5and found the stinking system administrator. . . . #retrotech #apple #mac" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gyyP0D4VYMI) 2026-02-05T17:01Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Productivity. [----] Before smartphones this was productivity. This used to run meetings calendars contacts and entire careers. Palm Pilot V. Stylus taps. Quiet focus. Technical Specifications Device type: Personal digital assistant (PDA) by 3Com (Palm Computing) Operating System: Palm OS [---] (upgradeable to 3.3) Processor: Motorola DragonBall EZ (16 MHz) Memory: [--] MB RAM (no internal expansion) Display: Backlit grayscale LCD (16-shade) touchscreen [---] [---] px Connectivity: Serial port (proprietary for syncing/charging) Infrared (IR) beaming (for wireless data transfer) Battery: Rechargeable" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mT2LvysjdKA) 2026-02-04T17:01Z 41K followers, 24.1K engagements "XT Modern System Comparison Different decade. Different hardware. Same troubleshooting mindset. From an IBM PC XT to a modern system the tools changed but the way you think through problems didnt. Old systems. Modern support. . . . . #retrotech #computerrepair #nostalgia" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NJLYLyaUkNs) 2026-02-03T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Decapping G5 - Part [--] The capacitor plague era (industry-wide problem) Early-to-mid 2000s electronics were hit by bad capacitor chemistry. Several suppliers used faulty electrolyte formulas Caps looked fine at first then: Bulged Leaked Vent ruptured Apple wasnt alonePC motherboards GPUs TVs routers all suffered Apple used borderline-rated capacitors on many iMac G5 logic boards and power supplies: Caps were often: Low voltage margin General-purpose not long-life They were placed right next to VRMs and hot components So even good caps aged fast under constant thermal stress. The internal PSU" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=64UMxGpskGc) 2026-02-01T19:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Pure mechanical bells no speakers no software. When this rang you knew someone wanted to talk to you. Connected to modern tech with Cell2Jack 📞 Amazon Link Affiliate Cell2Jack https://amzn.to/49S377v As an Amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. . . . #retrotech #nostalgia #oldphone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q89_66MFgyI) 2026-01-31T15:01Z 41K followers, 50.2K engagements "Desktop vs. Portable [----] One chip. Two form factors. Apple didnt just design computers they designed personalities. Desktop or clamshell 👇 . . . #retrotech #applecomputer #tech #techretro #apple" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wXII0JmvwyU) 2026-01-31T02:07Z 41K followers, 40.1K engagements "Tech Support - [----] Rotary phone ASMR - [----] tech supportthis was your live chat. . . . #ASMR #Retrotech #Vintage" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kzWyz3aTdhg) 2026-01-30T18:01Z 41K followers, 25.1K engagements "No swipe just dial No swipe. Just dial. Before apps updates and notifications Technology was simpleand it worked. No swipe. Just dial. Clicks. Rings. Real buttons. Pure retro phone ASMR ☎ . . . . . #RetroTech #VintageTechnology #OldSchoolTech #AnalogLife #ThrowbackTech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qIgiaMHNe1w) 2026-01-29T20:00Z 41K followers, 11.2K engagements "XT to RTX This desk spans over [--] years of computing. From floppy disks and diagnostics to RGB and raw performance. Generations change. Problem-solving doesnt. . . . #retrotech #ibm #nostalgia" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=R8UoxIub-Zo) 2026-01-27T23:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "IBM PC XT diagnostics dont lie Booted up the original IBM diagnostics andsure enoughsomething failed. Do you know what this error code is . . . . #ibm #retrocomputing #techsupport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ah5JQfWfemE) 2026-01-26T06:00Z 41K followers, 19.1K engagements "Dot Matrix ASMR This sound powered offices schools and late-night print jobs. Before Wi-Fi. Before drivers. Before quiet mode. Just paper pins and progress. Epson FX-80 dot-matrix printer in its natural habitat. Parallel port. Tractor feed. Pure mechanical feedback. Sometimes the old way just hits different. . . . #asmr #epson #techsupport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ch4cKfkJwuU) 2026-01-25T16:01Z 41K followers, 13.9K engagements "Decapping G5 - Part [--] Part 1: The iMac G5 was special because it was a huge turning point for Appleand honestly the quiet blueprint for modern iMacs. 🖥 The first truly modern iMac This was the moment Apple ditched the colorful personality computer look and went clean flat and minimal. That thin aluminum slab with the stand Thats still the basic iMac design today. Before the G5 desktops looked like desktops. After the G5 they looked like appliances. ⚡ PowerPC G5 in an all-in-one (wild at the time) The PowerPC G5 was a hot power-hungry CPUoriginally meant for towers. Apple crammed it behind an" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Csh1tGPFUC0) 2026-01-23T21:00Z 41K followers, 21.1K engagements "Fresh Peel Energy Peeling the plastic is mandatory. I dont make rules :) An older gaming tower came in the shop today for an OS reload. I had to remove the old plastic protective film from the side glass as over the years it had gotten dirty and started peeling already. . . . #ASMR #Satisfying #asmrvideo #SatisfyingSounds" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VcZksncvNRU) 2026-01-22T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Twins. Not Clones. [--] vs [--] iMac G4 Same DNA. Different personality. Small and agile or big and bold Which one wins iMac G4 [--] - Display: [--] LCD (1024 768) - CPU: PPC G4 [---] MHz to [--] GHz - RAM: Up to [--] GB - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce2 MX / ATI Radeon [----] - Storage: IDE HDD (4080 GB typical) - Ports: USB [---] FireWire [---] VGA out - Vibe: Compact balanced classic iMac G4 [--] - Display: [--] LCD (1440 900) - CPU: PPC G4 [--] GHz to [----] GHz - RAM: Up to [--] GB - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce4 MX / ATI Radeon [----] - Storage: IDE HDD (80160 GB typical) - Ports: USB 2.0* FireWire [---] VGA out - Vibe: Bigger" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=91gL4M8UZyg) 2026-01-21T20:00Z 41K followers, 20.6K engagements "Dell cleaning ASMR Number [---] Cold early morning computer cleaning ASMR. . . . . #asmr #dell #techsupport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WxJbbr0nPCA) 2026-01-20T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Saving My iMac G3 Before replacing parts always reseat and clean. RAM and AirPort card pulled contacts cleaned reinstalled and this iMac G3 powered right back up. . . . . #retrotech #apple #techsupport" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8uQJZig8wG4) 2026-01-18T19:00Z 41K followers, 60.2K engagements "Turning My [----] iMac G3 Into A Neon Time Machine This [----] transparent iMac G3 was never meant to glow so I fixed that. I took it apart installed internal LEDs reassembled it piece by piece then powered it on in the dark. Pure late-90s Apple vibesupgraded for [----]. . . . . #RetroApple #iMacG3 #VintageTech #AppleHistory #RetroComputing #TechRestoration #LEDMod #1999Tech #SeeThroughTech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PWzd1TeLMlM) 2026-01-16T20:00Z 41K followers, [---] engagements "1999 called I added LEDs This [----] transparent iMac G3 was never meant to glow so I fixed that. I took it apart installed internal LEDs reassembled it piece by piece then powered it on in the dark. Pure late-90s Apple vibesupgraded for [----]. #RetroApple #iMacG3 #VintageTech #AppleHistory #RetroComputing #TechRestoration #LEDMod #1999Tech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=H7dePz9I5eo) 2026-01-16T17:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Panther + Aqua = Magic macOS Panther + Aqua = Magic Running Mac OS X Panther on the G4 was a visual flex: - Translucent Aqua UI - Smooth animations - That iconic welcome video & music It wasnt just an OSit was an experience. #TechNostalgia #RetroComputing #OldSchoolTech #ClassicComputers #2000sTech #ThrowbackTech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BVHjNGvoiEg) 2026-01-15T03:47Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Panther+Aqua Magic iMac G4 Panther Magic macOS Panther + Aqua = Magic Running Mac OS X Panther on the G4 was a visual flex: - Translucent Aqua UI - Smooth animations - That iconic welcome video & music It wasnt just an OSit was an experience. #TechNostalgia #RetroComputing #OldSchoolTech #ClassicComputers #2000sTech #ThrowbackTech" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ydgBZDZL7sw) 2026-01-13T19:15Z 41K followers, 15.7K engagements "Unwind. Rewind. Power On. The yo-yo power adapter that shipped with the iBook G3 was genuinely cooland very Applefor a few smart reasons: [--]. Built-in Cable Management (Way Ahead of Its Time) Instead of loosely wrapping cords: - The cable retracted and stored inside the brick - No knots no Velcro no mess - Toss it in a backpack and it stayed tidy In the early 2000s this felt futuristic. [--]. It Turned a Boring Accessory into an Experience Unwinding and rewinding it was: - Satisfying - Tactile - Almost toy-like (hence the yo-yo nickname) Apple made something fun that didnt need to be fun. [--]. Peak" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r4wFVrUApps) 2026-01-12T01:08Z 41K followers, 45.7K engagements "iBook G3 Repurposing iBook G3 repurposing. The white iBook G3 only had a five month lifespan from May [----] to October [----] but now weve made it timeless. We took an iBook G3 from [----] and made it intowell see for yourself. . . . . . #g3 #mac #apple #repurposed #2000s" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GczWmkIHesU) 2026-01-10T22:38Z 41K followers, 10.7K engagements "Dell Cleaning ASMR Dell Vostro Tower PC What Is It Built for small businesses: Office work Accounting POS / back-office systems Long uptime not flashy specs Most Vostro towers youll see are from the late 2000smid 2010s. 🔧 Typical Specs (varies by model) CPU: Intel Core [--] Duo / i3 / i5 (depending on era) RAM: DDR2 or DDR3 Storage: [---] HDD (perfect SSD upgrade candidate) Cooling: Rear exhaust + CPU fan . . . #retrotech #dell #asmr" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-UpdLaVP8kA) 2026-01-10T00:05Z 41K followers, 19.6K engagements "Maggie ASMR I sat down to check social media analytics and Maggie had other ideas. . . . . #Beagle #doglife #happydog" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AuVfY2pHnGk) 2026-01-09T02:57Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Revive A [----] Dell A [----] Dell Latitude D505 came in the shop for recycle. The customer just wanted us to recycle it and make sure the data was gone. Unfortunately or fortunately the hard drive had crashed so all we had to do was remove the hard drive and smash it to shatter the internal platters so there would be no chance of their data getting leaked. However the rest of the laptop worked. It just needs some TLC cleanup a new hard drive and an OS reload. Perfect candidate to reload Windows XP Pro on this retro laptop. Latitude D505 Specs: Processor: Intel Pentium M or Celeron M (e.g. 1.2" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N9YS_hYNxoE) 2026-01-07T19:00Z 41K followers, [---] engagements "Apple Gave Up On This MacBook - Linux Didnt Repurposed not retired. This [----] MacBook got a second life with Zorin Linuxfast lightweight and modern. No unsupported macOS no outdated programs. Just a smooth desktop that feels familiar and actually runs well on older Mac hardware. Perfect for web browsing email office work media playback and learning Linux without the headache. Old Mac. New purpose. Zero e-waste vibes. ♻💻 . . . #retrotech #zorinos #linux" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WrRXGZvaiAk) 2026-01-07T02:25Z 41K followers, [----] engagements "Best Selling Computer of all Time Released in [----] for@$595. Its name comes from [--] KB of RAM. Huge gaming library . . . . #retrotech #commodore64 #retrogaming" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Pxw9JZDhpk4) 2026-01-04T15:16Z 41K followers, 13.8K engagements "Old Laptop ASMR Dell Inspiron [----] Specs: Processor - Intel Celeron (Northwood-based) - Speeds typically [---] GHz [---] GHz - Single-core 32-bit (no 64-bit support) Memory (RAM) - [---] MB DDR standard - Max: [--] GB DDR (PC2100 / PC2700) - [--] RAM slots Storage - [----] GB IDE (PATA) hard drive - [----] RPM common Display - [----] XGA (1024 768) - CCFL-backlit LCD Graphics - Intel Extreme Graphics - Shared system memory (up to [--] MB) - No hardware T&L (very basic XP-era) Optical Drive - CD-ROM CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW combo (varies by config) Networking - 10/100 Ethernet - No Wi-Fi by default - Optional PCMCIA" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7vjpDTJYZBY) 2026-01-03T00:11Z 41K followers, 24.3K engagements "Marvin Gets Concussion What Made the Blue Dell Inspiron [----] Stand Out At a time when most laptops were boring looking the blue Inspiron just felt fun. It echoed a new design wave of Windows laptops. It shipped with Windows XP which was stable fast and friendly: - No forced accounts - No cloud logins - No app stores - Everything was local This was the era of: - Winamp skins - CD ripping & burning - LimeWire / Kazaa - AOL Instant Messenger - Desktop icons everywhere Processor - Intel Celeron (Northwood-based) - Speeds typically [---] GHz [---] GHz - Single-core 32-bit (no 64-bit support) Memory" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NmYt_KBMVx4) 2026-01-02T21:55Z 41K followers, 21.1K engagements "No App Store No Subscriptions The iBook G4 landed at a very specific moment in tech historyand thats exactly why it was such a hit. Not despite the lack of an App Store subscriptions or distractions but because of it. It was a tool not a dopamine machine In the mid-2000s a laptop was still primarily for doing something: - Writing papers - Editing photos or video - Coding - Browsing the web intentionally - Email (not infinite feeds) - There were: ❌ No push notifications ❌ No infinite scroll So when you opened an iBook G4 you controlled the computernot the other way around. That felt" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y7nptp3O1g0) 2025-12-31T20:01Z 41K followers, 20.9K engagements "WiFi with a Handle 🍎 Apple in 1999: The Comeback Era - The iMac G3 (1998) had already saved Apple financially. - The iBook G3 (released July 1999) was the consumer laptop counterpart to the iMac: - Affordable - Colorful - Friendly - Not intimidating 👉 This is where Apple shifted from computer company to lifestyle tech brand. - The iBook was the 1st mass-market laptop with Wi-Fi. - Apple branded it AirPort to use it for: - Browsing the web - While walking around the stage - With no cables plugged in That blew minds in [----]. Most people were still: - On dial-up - Sharing one family computer -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I9TDK3BSu9E) 2025-12-29T22:33Z 41K followers, 55.8K engagements "80s PCs Were Physical Why was the original IBM PC so heavy: 🧱 [--]. Thick steel chassis (not plastic) - The XT used heavy-gauge steel panels and internal framing - Designed to survive shipping stacking and daily corporate abuse - Strength + shielding = serious mass Modern PCs save weight with thin steel and plastic. The XT didnt. 🔌 [--]. Massive linear-style power supply - Large transformer heat sinks and metal casing Built for stability and longevity not efficiency - Much heavier than modern switching PSUs 💾 [--]. Full-height floppy drives - [--] full-height drives had metal frames motors gears - Two" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_5GDDwchX2k) 2025-12-27T00:20Z 41K followers, 45.6K engagements "2003 called. They want their laptop back. [----] iBook G4 Facts 🤍 Design & vibe - Nicknamed the marshmallow Mac because of its glossy white polycarbonate shell. - Apple intentionally designed it to look friendly and non-intimidating This was the student Mac. - Rounded edges + white plastic = peak early-2000s Apple aesthetic. 🎒 Student legend - Marketed heavily to schools and college students. - Many peoples first-ever laptop. - Often survived backpacks dorms and coffee spills better than it should have. ⚙ G4 power (but chill) - Powered by a PowerPC G4 slower than the PowerBook G4. - Apple" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Wqggi_N2Qig) 2025-12-20T02:32Z 41K followers, 169.8K engagements "20 Second Teardown 🧠 Build & Design - Completely tool-less no screwdriver needed for drives PCIe cards or RAM - Side panel weighs more than some modern laptops - Designed by the same team behind the Power Mac G5 - One latch unlocks the entire machine ⚙ Hardware Nerd Facts - Shipped with Xeon Nehalem CPUs (server-grade silicon) - Triple-channel DDR3 ECC RAM (desktop Macs didnt get ECC again for years) - Supports up to [--] RAM slots (dual CPU models) - PCIe slots powered directly from the board no adapters needed 🔥 Cooling & Engineering - Uses separate thermal zones for CPUs GPUs drives and PSU" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nUSbuq_GdUU) 2025-12-19T01:39Z 41K followers, 148.1K engagements "Coolest.Mac.Ever [----] MacPro [--] Cooling: Uses front-to-back airflow with independent thermal zones: - Zone A: CPU & memory - Zone B: Expansion cards - Zone C: Hard drive bays no - Zone D: Power Supply Each zone has its own fan(s) and temperature sensors. [--] Front Intake Fan Location: Behind the front grille Purpose: Pulls cool air into the case - Feeds CPU tray RAM PCIe area and drive bays [--] CPU Heatsink Fan(s) Location: On the removable CPU tray Purpose: Cool the CPU(s) directly - Single-CPU model: [--] fan - Dual-CPU model: [--] fans - Air is pulled through the massive aluminum [--] Rear Fan" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=u0sqmK_g37M) 2025-12-18T01:03Z 41K followers, 11.9K engagements "The 1st Apple Trackpad 📊 Apple PowerBook [---] Release & History - Introduced: May [----] - Discontinued: June [----] - With modern features like a trackpad built-in Ethernet PC Card support and dual battery slots. 🧠 Processor & Memory - CPU: Motorola 68LC040 (32-bit) at [--] MHz - FPU: None (no math coprocessor) - L1 Cache: [--] KB - Standard RAM [--] MB - Expandable to [--] MB (via one [--] MB module + onboard) 📺 Display & Video - Built-in Screen: [---] grayscale passive-matrix LCD - Resolution: [---] [---] - VRAM: [---] KB (supports external color at [---] colors) - Second Display Support: Up to [---] [---] (8-bit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=W99kDEw7XEE) 2025-12-15T19:05Z 41K followers, 41K engagements "Your MacBooks Grandparents Whats your favorite Apple laptop back in the day The [----] PowerBook [---]. The [----] iBook G3 Clamshell. Or the [----] iBook G4. Comment below. . . . . #retrotech #apple #macintosh" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SORqk-Il6y0) 2025-12-11T20:16Z 41K followers, 32K engagements "Organically Inspired. During the iMac G4s unveiling in [----] Steve Jobs described the G4 as being inspired by a sunflower on his kitchen table. The adjustable chrome arm mimics how a sunflowers stem bends and tilts as it tracks the sun. The white polycarbonate dome base is like a hemisphere having a very organic shape rounded smooth and bulb-like like the base of a sunflower. Jony Ive and the design team shifted the idea of a desktop computer from a rectangular machine to something alive friendly and organic. Apple design documents referred to it as the Sunflower Mac internally with codenames" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oqEhBFmtiMs) 2025-12-10T23:59Z 41K followers, 13.3K engagements "Strip It Down" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JNvwk3IsE88) 2025-12-08T18:23Z 41K followers, 23.5K engagements "MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Clean System Files In this video we discuss Mac storage & how to manage it. Removing large downloads & unsupported apps and clearing out system cache log files & application caches" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TsjTuSIea3w) 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [---] engagements "MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Clear Out Digital Clutter This video talks about more than just emptying the recycle bin but also finding & removing unnecessary files and folders clearing out leftover items in mail and clearing browser information" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6WvZnod8Ujs) 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [---] engagements "MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Disable Unnecessary Startup Items This video discusses which system settings in a Mac to review & turn off. How to stop apps from starting when macOS boots. We also discuss background app permissions" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bCCOSQ5Xue0) 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [--] engagements "MAC Cleanup [---] - Intro This is an overview introduction discussing why Macs slow down" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CqgnFxWgRtY) 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [--] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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We Fix Stupid Computers has been posting YouTube videos showcasing retro computer setups and repairs. Recently, they've featured vintage computers like a 23-year-old iMac running Linux and a 40-year-old IBM PC. The channel also shares interesting tech history, including Steve Jobs' 90s comeback symbol, the [----] iMac G3.
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Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @apple @ibm @atari @wefixstupidcomputerscom @benzzo @dell @marvel
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Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"The First Laptop with WiFi in [----] iBook G3 Clamshell Steve Jobs literally walked across the stage in [----] browsing the web wirelessly. It was bold colorful and way ahead of its time. This was the first consumer laptop with built-in Wi-Fi capability made possible by Apple's optional AirPort card. Read the specs below Apple iBook G3 "Clamshell" (1999) [---] MHz PowerPC G3 32-64MB RAM 3.2-6GB hard drive 12.1" 800x600 display Optional AirPort Wi-Fi card (802.11b) Handle built into the case Came in Blueberry Tangerine and more . . . . #ibook #retrotech #90snostalgia #ibook3 #g3 #appleclamshell"
YouTube Link 2025-10-09T19:49Z 40.8K followers, 2.6M engagements
"I Ran a [----] Floppy Disk With NO Case in an IBM XT Drive. This is how data recovery of spilled liquid on floppies weee done back in the day. I cut open a [----] floppy disk and inserted only the magnetic media into an original IBM XT floppy drive to see if it would still spin and read. No outer shell. No protection. Just raw magnetic film spinning while the read/write head moves back and forth. This is how early 1980s PC storage actually worked thin plastic coated in iron oxide spinning at [---] RPM inside a full-height drive. Vintage computing was beautifully mechanical. Would you have tried"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T00:00Z 41K followers, 334.5K engagements
"Writing Code on a [----] IBM BASIC Comment "Code" and we'll send you our email so you can send us your own code to run The [----] IBM PC XT powered by an Intel [----] CPU at [----] MHz and running PC DOS displays a blinking text cursor on its screen. A simple BASIC program runs in an endless loop rapidly printing lines of text down the screen. The mechanical keyboard clicks with each keypress and the 5.25" floppy drive hums faintly in the background evoking the early days of personal computing. @IBM #coding #codingtiktok #ibm #computershop #80s #retrotech #microsoft #80skid #80skids #basic #basiccode"
YouTube Link 2025-08-06T19:08Z 40.8K followers, 40K engagements
"Steve Jobss 90s Comeback Symbol [----] iMac G3 Hey @apple do you remember this The iMac G3 was the first major product after Jobs returned to Apple in [----] - and it saved the company. iMac G3 (1998 - Bondi Blue) Specifications: Processor (CPU): [---] MHz PowerPC G3 (750) Memory (RAM): [--] MB SDRAM (expandable to [---] MB officially; up to [---] MB unofficially) Storage (Hard Drive): [--] GB IDE hard drive Display: 15-inch CRT (13.8" viewable) [----] [---] max resolution Graphics: ATI Rage IIc with [--] MB SGRAM Optical Drive: 24x CD-ROM (no DVD no burner) Ports: [--] x USB [---] ports (no legacy serial/ADB) 10/100"
YouTube Link 2025-10-06T19:14Z 40.8K followers, 23.5M engagements
"Is this Apples Sleekest Case🧀"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T21:04Z 40.8K followers, 7M engagements
"$7000 [----] Gamer Build Shall we play a game Comment your favorite games from [----] Specs below🕹 Key specifications of the IBM PC XT (5160): Processor: Intel [----] @ [----] MHz. Memory: [---] KB RAM. Storage: [--] 360KB 5.25" floppy drive. 20MB hard drive Display: IBM Color Graphics Adapter (CGA). Expansion Slots: [--] x 8-bit ISA slots. Operating System: IBM PC DOS IBM BASIC Other Features: Optional Intel [----] math coprocessor. PC speaker for audio. Standard IBM Model F 83-key keyboard. . . . . @IBM #pcbuild #asmr #ibm #80scomputer #ibmpc #ibmcomputer #retrotech #80snostalgia #asmrbuild #pcgamer #gamer"
YouTube Link 2025-11-03T20:03Z 40.8K followers, 5.8M engagements
"Someone threw these away. Someone threw these away. How many can you identify without Googling . . . . #retrocomputing #satisfying #recycling"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T22:00Z 41K followers, 18.4K engagements
"$16000 for a Computer [----] IBM Specs below 👇 The IBM XT was released on march 8th [----] with a price of $7545. That's over $16000 in today's market Key specifications of the IBM PC XT (5160): Processor: Intel [----] @ [----] MHz. Memory: [---] KB RAM. Storage: [--] 360KB 5.25" floppy drive. 20MB hard drive Display: IBM Color Graphics Adapter (CGA). Expansion Slots: [--] x 8-bit ISA slots. Operating System: IBM PC DOS IBM BASIC Other Features: Optional Intel [----] math coprocessor. PC speaker for audio. Standard IBM Model F 83-key keyboard. . . . . #ibm #80scomputer #ibmpc #ibmcomputer #retrotech"
YouTube Link 2025-08-05T17:44Z 40.5K followers, 33.4K engagements
"1955 and tech support wont take your call. [----] and tech support doesnt answer. . . . . #retrotech #asmr #techsupport"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T23:58Z 41K followers, 12.4K engagements
"Setting up a [--] Year Old IBM Retro PC Setup Follow for more cool tech videos The [----] IBM PC XT powered by an Intel [----] CPU at [----] MHz and running PC DOS displays a blinking text cursor on its screen. A simple BASIC program runs in an endless loop rapidly printing lines of text down the screen. The mechanical keyboard clicks with each keypress and the 5.25" floppy drive hums faintly in the background evoking the early days of personal computing. Here's a little #asmr video for you This computer brings a wave of nostalgia to us 80s workers This setup is so fun and brings a conversation"
YouTube Link 2025-08-08T20:01Z 40.8K followers, 454.2K engagements
"20 Year Old iMac G4 Steve Jobs Favorite Design Check out the specs below The iMac G4 has one of the sleekest designs of any computer probably even sleeker than the ones today. Steve Jobs was very fond of this now vintage computer even going as far as putting his name on the patent for it. I would love to see Apple apply these smooth principles and transparent technology to future Apple products and iMacs in the coming years @apple . . . #retrotech #imac #imacg4 #g4 #apple #retro #2000snostalgia"
YouTube Link 2025-08-29T19:56Z 40.8K followers, 1.4M engagements
"A Fanless Design iMac G3 [----] Was @apple ahead of its time with this design A transparent case A fanless design A slot load CD drive Built in speakers This iMac G3 had it all. The almost silent whir brings back nostalgia. This version came out in [----] with a some great upgrades from the original iMac G3. The cool transparent color is something out of the future. This had everything a kid could dream of in school in terms of a computer for their computer lab . . . . @Apple #retrotech #imac #imacg3 #transparentcase #transparentcomputer #apple #90stech #90scomputer #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T18:43Z 40.8K followers, 3.4M engagements
"Unboxing the Surface Pro [--] Comment down below if you'll be picking one of these up and send this to someone who needs this versatile new laptop We set up the all-new Microsoft Surface Pro [--] for a customer It was simple and enjoyable. This is a great choice for those who want the freedom and versatility of a tablet but also enjoy the aspects of a computer and keyboard The display screen is beautiful and the touch screen works great It feels smooth and looks very clean. Microsoft has created a really great product and we would definitely recommend grabbing one of these for everyday use or"
YouTube Link 2025-07-29T18:42Z 40.8K followers, 419.4K engagements
"IBM PC XT diagnostics dont lie Booted up the original IBM diagnostics andsure enoughsomething failed. Do you know what this error code is . . . . #ibm #retrocomputing #techsupport"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T06:00Z 41K followers, 19.1K engagements
"XT to RTX This desk spans over [--] years of computing. From floppy disks and diagnostics to RGB and raw performance. Generations change. Problem-solving doesnt. . . . #retrotech #ibm #nostalgia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T23:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"1987 Touchscreen Macintosh Retro Fit When my customers come in and see this they are always impressed They love the retro look but the modern feel I retrofitted a Macintosh Plus with an iPad Now I can use it as a touchscreen and even as a camera. Let me know what you think . . . . #retrotech #retrofit #80stech #macintoshplus #macintosh #apple #ipad #nostalgia #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-10-10T17:29Z 39.8K followers, 480.1K engagements
"Decapping G5 - Part [--] Part 1: The iMac G5 was special because it was a huge turning point for Appleand honestly the quiet blueprint for modern iMacs. 🖥 The first truly modern iMac This was the moment Apple ditched the colorful personality computer look and went clean flat and minimal. That thin aluminum slab with the stand Thats still the basic iMac design today. Before the G5 desktops looked like desktops. After the G5 they looked like appliances. ⚡ PowerPC G5 in an all-in-one (wild at the time) The PowerPC G5 was a hot power-hungry CPUoriginally meant for towers. Apple crammed it behind an"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T21:00Z 41K followers, 21.1K engagements
"XT Modern System Comparison Different decade. Different hardware. Same troubleshooting mindset. From an IBM PC XT to a modern system the tools changed but the way you think through problems didnt. Old systems. Modern support. . . . . #retrotech #computerrepair #nostalgia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Setting up a [--] Year Old iMac Running Linux Share this with a Linux fan Specs Below Watch a 23-year-old iMac G4 come back to life-now running Linux. We wiped the original OS X install and got Linux running on it-lightweight fast and perfect for reviving old hardware. This is the iMac G4-Apple's [----] desktop that looked like it came from the future. It's known for its swivel display sleek dome base and yes those iconic external speakers. This was known as the Sunflower Mac Specs: 15-inch LCD on an adjustable arm PowerPC G4 processor (700 MHz to [----] GHZ) Up to [--] GB of RAM Built-in CD-RW or"
YouTube Link 2025-10-08T17:44Z 40.3K followers, 1.7M engagements
"Hooking up a [--] year old IBM PC [----] PC Setup Follow for more cool tech videos Watch as we hook up the cord to the IBM The [----] IBM PC XT powered by an Intel [----] CPU at [----] MHz and running PC DOS displays a blinking text cursor on its screen. A simple BASIC program runs in an endless loop rapidly printing lines of text down the screen. The mechanical keyboard clicks with each keypress and the 5.25" floppy drive hums faintly in the background evoking the early days of personal computing. Here's a little #asmr video for you This computer brings a wave of nostalgia to us 80s workers This setup"
YouTube Link 2025-08-18T14:37Z 40.3K followers, 35.7K engagements
"Deep cleaning Power Mac G5 Deep cleaning Power Mac G5and found the stinking system administrator. . . . #retrotech #apple #mac"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T17:01Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Tech Support - [----] Rotary phone ASMR - [----] tech supportthis was your live chat. . . . #ASMR #Retrotech #Vintage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T18:01Z 41K followers, 25.1K engagements
"Productivity. [----] Before smartphones this was productivity. This used to run meetings calendars contacts and entire careers. Palm Pilot V. Stylus taps. Quiet focus. Technical Specifications Device type: Personal digital assistant (PDA) by 3Com (Palm Computing) Operating System: Palm OS [---] (upgradeable to 3.3) Processor: Motorola DragonBall EZ (16 MHz) Memory: [--] MB RAM (no internal expansion) Display: Backlit grayscale LCD (16-shade) touchscreen [---] [---] px Connectivity: Serial port (proprietary for syncing/charging) Infrared (IR) beaming (for wireless data transfer) Battery: Rechargeable"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T17:01Z 41K followers, 24.1K engagements
"Dell Cleaning ASMR Dell Vostro Tower PC What Is It Built for small businesses: Office work Accounting POS / back-office systems Long uptime not flashy specs Most Vostro towers youll see are from the late 2000smid 2010s. 🔧 Typical Specs (varies by model) CPU: Intel Core [--] Duo / i3 / i5 (depending on era) RAM: DDR2 or DDR3 Storage: [---] HDD (perfect SSD upgrade candidate) Cooling: Rear exhaust + CPU fan . . . #retrotech #dell #asmr"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T00:05Z 41K followers, 19.6K engagements
"Secret VGA Port iMac G3 The [----] iMac G3: Secret Port info below From a hardware perspective it was a regular VGA port which meant except standard VGA cables. But from from a software perspective it was limited in proprietary ways: [--]. It only supported video mirroring. [--]. It did not support independent monitor set ups where you could drag windows between monitors. [--]. The resolution and refresh rates were dictated by the internal CRT capability. Bottom line it showed Apples forward thinking as todays dual monitor computer set ups are common. . . . #g3 #retrocomputer #nostalgia #retrotech #imac"
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T20:55Z 22.8K followers, [---] engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using Windows Storage Sense In this video we cover the basics of using the Windows Storage Sense utility that is built into Windows"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:57Z 32.8K followers, [--] engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using Windows Defender In this video we do a quick overview of the Windows Defender Antivirus built into Windows"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:59Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements
"Wake up Daddys Home iMac G4 Should I retrofit these to respond to my clapping Two iMac G4s for the best early 2000s tech setup. One is a [--] inch iMac and one is a [--] inch. . . . . #imacg4 #imac #retrotech #shorts #tonystark #ironman"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T21:07Z 34.4K followers, 24.9K engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Fake sites In this video we discuss what to look for and stay away from when it comes to fake websites that can trick you into being scammed"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:43Z 32.8K followers, [--] engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - BrowserExtensions In this video we discuss cleaning up and removing browser extensions that can slow down your Windows computer"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:41Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements
"The Quietest iMac Ever- ASMR iMac [--] I set up a new iMac [--] for a customer. This is Apples quietest iMac that theyve made. Its sleek design brings some new life to the Apple iMac line coming in seven different colors. It also has the M4 chip and Apple Intelligence 🍎 This was a fun setup and I also showed the chunky iMac G5 next to it for comparison at the end. Also how do you like the Multiverse of Macness Mugs @Apple . . . . . #imac #apple #moderntech #computer #asmr #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-26T21:26Z 35.4K followers, 387.4K engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Overview Course syllabus overview of this class"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:33Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements
"Old Laptop ASMR Dell Inspiron [----] Specs: Processor - Intel Celeron (Northwood-based) - Speeds typically [---] GHz [---] GHz - Single-core 32-bit (no 64-bit support) Memory (RAM) - [---] MB DDR standard - Max: [--] GB DDR (PC2100 / PC2700) - [--] RAM slots Storage - [----] GB IDE (PATA) hard drive - [----] RPM common Display - [----] XGA (1024 768) - CCFL-backlit LCD Graphics - Intel Extreme Graphics - Shared system memory (up to [--] MB) - No hardware T&L (very basic XP-era) Optical Drive - CD-ROM CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW combo (varies by config) Networking - 10/100 Ethernet - No Wi-Fi by default - Optional PCMCIA"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T00:11Z 41K followers, 24.3K engagements
"Saving My iMac G3 Before replacing parts always reseat and clean. RAM and AirPort card pulled contacts cleaned reinstalled and this iMac G3 powered right back up. . . . . #retrotech #apple #techsupport"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T19:00Z 41K followers, 60.2K engagements
"Twins. Not Clones. [--] vs [--] iMac G4 Same DNA. Different personality. Small and agile or big and bold Which one wins iMac G4 [--] - Display: [--] LCD (1024 768) - CPU: PPC G4 [---] MHz to [--] GHz - RAM: Up to [--] GB - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce2 MX / ATI Radeon [----] - Storage: IDE HDD (4080 GB typical) - Ports: USB [---] FireWire [---] VGA out - Vibe: Compact balanced classic iMac G4 [--] - Display: [--] LCD (1440 900) - CPU: PPC G4 [--] GHz to [----] GHz - RAM: Up to [--] GB - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce4 MX / ATI Radeon [----] - Storage: IDE HDD (80160 GB typical) - Ports: USB 2.0* FireWire [---] VGA out - Vibe: Bigger"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T20:00Z 41K followers, 20.6K engagements
"Part [--] of 4: [----] IBM PC XTs = [--] Stick of RAM This little 8GB RAM stick It holds the memory of about [----] IBM PC XTs. Back in [----] youd need an entire warehouse packed wall-to-wall with beige boxesfans humming hard drives clickingjust to equal whats sitting on this one tiny chip. Its wild to think that a piece of hardware smaller than your thumb now replaces thousands of classic machines that once powered offices labs and early PC history. . . . . #ibm #pcram #retrocomputer #retrotech #80stech #80snostalgia"
YouTube Link 2025-11-17T20:49Z 31.9K followers, 61.8K engagements
"Cleaning out [--] Years of Cheese I had to clean out [--] years worth of cheese (dust) from the MacPro Cheese Grater Every part of this computer had dust in it and it led to a pretty satisfying cleaning . . . . #apple #macpro #retrotech #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-28T20:08Z 33.3K followers, 42.5K engagements
"Panther + Aqua = Magic macOS Panther + Aqua = Magic Running Mac OS X Panther on the G4 was a visual flex: - Translucent Aqua UI - Smooth animations - That iconic welcome video & music It wasnt just an OSit was an experience. #TechNostalgia #RetroComputing #OldSchoolTech #ClassicComputers #2000sTech #ThrowbackTech"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T03:47Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"MAC Cleanup [---] - Intro This is an overview introduction discussing why Macs slow down"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [--] engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using Disk Cleanup This video covers the basics of the built in disk cleanup utility in Windows"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:54Z 34.1K followers, [--] engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Uninstalling Programs In this video we cover how to uninstall unnecessary programs in your Windows computer that may be slowing down your system"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:48Z 34.8K followers, [--] engagements
"Not One But Two Cupholders Does your Pc have Cupholders Dell's superior innovation at the time gave us [--] coffee cupholders. Today pcs have either only [--] or zero. At the time this was perfect for letting your computer hold your coffee while you sat and worked your day job. . . . . #computer #computerjokes #dell #dellpc #cupholder #computershop #retrotech"
YouTube Link 2025-10-17T19:17Z 18.5K followers, 105.6K engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Task manager In this video we do a quick review of the Windows Task Manager. How to invoke it how to force cancel programs & processes and other basic overviews of items in the task manager"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:46Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements
"Building Beefy Computer Part [--] Windows XP Install and Counterstrike As requested the Beefy Computer Build Part [--] Ran into some problems installing Windows XP and Counter Strike but got it done. This was really fun to build and film and I hope you all enjoy As usual Marvin was there wreaking havoc. . . . . . #beefycomputer #counterstrike #2000scomputer #oldcomputer #retropc #2000snostalgia"
YouTube Link 2025-10-01T19:34Z 37.4K followers, 37K engagements
"The Oldest Computer in my Shop🦖🦕 Atari [---] Happy National Fossil's Day This is the oldest computer in my shop The Atari [---] It was released in [----] with an Atari [---] Serial Interface Connector that came out in '79. I also have two Atari [---] XLs that came out in [----] and the Atari [---] Floppy Disk Drive came out in [----]. The Atari is an iconic part of computer and gaming history with a huge following of gamers and a huge library of games @atari . . . . #atari #atari800 #atari800xl #ataricomputer #retrocomputer #retrotech #80snostalgia #nationalfossilday"
YouTube Link 2025-10-15T15:34Z 39.6K followers, 98.8K engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using CCleaner In this video we go over the basic usage of the free CCleaner program. Note: Since the time of this video there has been a new version [--] of CCleaner. The concepts covered in this video still apply although the user interface of the new version of CCleaner has changed. An update to this video is in the works"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:51Z 39.4K followers, [---] engagements
"iBook G3 Repurposing iBook G3 repurposing. The white iBook G3 only had a five month lifespan from May [----] to October [----] but now weve made it timeless. We took an iBook G3 from [----] and made it intowell see for yourself. . . . . . #g3 #mac #apple #repurposed #2000s"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T22:38Z 41K followers, 10.7K engagements
"1999 called I added LEDs This [----] transparent iMac G3 was never meant to glow so I fixed that. I took it apart installed internal LEDs reassembled it piece by piece then powered it on in the dark. Pure late-90s Apple vibesupgraded for [----]. #RetroApple #iMacG3 #VintageTech #AppleHistory #RetroComputing #TechRestoration #LEDMod #1999Tech"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T17:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"The Best Selling Computer of All Time [--] Million Sold The Commodore [--] holds the Guinness Book of World Records for the best selling computer of all time. It was released in [----] with a price tag of around $595. The "64" refers to the [--] KB of RAM and it had a MOS Technology [----] CPU running at [--] MHz. It had VIC-Il graphics Chip and was VAS capable of sprites and smooth scrolling. making it great for gamers. Programs and games came on a [--] 1/4 floppy disk. This is widely regarded as the bestselling home computer of all time with sales estimates of 12-17 million. It had a huge software library"
YouTube Link 2025-09-29T15:41Z 39K followers, 2M engagements
"WiFi with a Handle 🍎 Apple in 1999: The Comeback Era - The iMac G3 (1998) had already saved Apple financially. - The iBook G3 (released July 1999) was the consumer laptop counterpart to the iMac: - Affordable - Colorful - Friendly - Not intimidating 👉 This is where Apple shifted from computer company to lifestyle tech brand. - The iBook was the 1st mass-market laptop with Wi-Fi. - Apple branded it AirPort to use it for: - Browsing the web - While walking around the stage - With no cables plugged in That blew minds in [----]. Most people were still: - On dial-up - Sharing one family computer -"
YouTube Link 2025-12-29T22:33Z 41K followers, 55.8K engagements
"1998 iMac G3 vs [----] iMac G3 What are the differences Have you ever wondered what the differences were between the [----] iMac G3 vs the [----] iMac G3 The older [--] version seems to have had a sturdier handle. The [----] version replaced the little handle on the back with an Apple proprietary video connector. The monitor stands were pretty much the same on both models. The [----] iMac upgraded to a passive convection cooling system. This fanless design had [---] cooling vent holes while the [----] fan version had [---] holes. The [--] G3 had Harmon Kardon speakers that were manufactured in house at Apple."
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T21:00Z 33.3K followers, 197.3K engagements
"Team Atari or Team Commodore Who had the superior gaming computer The Commodore [--] or the Atari [---] XL These gaming systems of the 80s both had a huge catalog of games and both still have a huge following . . . . #commodore64 #atari #gamingcomputer #retrotech #retrocomputer #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T20:35Z 27.8K followers, 15.2K engagements
"Part [--] of 4: RAMmaxxing a [----] PC IBM PC XT /RAM maxxing/ - is taking an old computer like the [----] IBM PC XT and expand the RAM to the max amount possible. Using the AST Expansion Six Pack Plus Card we have added 384K of RAM to the IBM. Of course we have to set the DIP switch settings to tell the IBM how much total RAM is added. 256K plus 384K of RAM makes a total of 640K RAM. RAMmaxxing . . . . #rammaxxing #ibmpc #retrocomputer #computermemory #pcram #80s #RAMmaxxing #randomaccessmemory #retrotech #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T20:13Z 29.6K followers, 206.8K engagements
"Revive A [----] Dell A [----] Dell Latitude D505 came in the shop for recycle. The customer just wanted us to recycle it and make sure the data was gone. Unfortunately or fortunately the hard drive had crashed so all we had to do was remove the hard drive and smash it to shatter the internal platters so there would be no chance of their data getting leaked. However the rest of the laptop worked. It just needs some TLC cleanup a new hard drive and an OS reload. Perfect candidate to reload Windows XP Pro on this retro laptop. Latitude D505 Specs: Processor: Intel Pentium M or Celeron M (e.g. 1.2"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T19:00Z 41K followers, [---] engagements
"Original Gangster Keyboard Built like a tank with a steel backplate legendary buckling-spring switches and a layout so iconic it literally became the standard. It weighs nearly [--] pounds clicks louder than a typewriter and still types better than most modern boards fresh out of the box. The removable keys are something missed on most modern keyboards now. . . . . #retrokeyboard #computerkeyboard #keyboard #ibm #retrotech #shorts @IBM"
YouTube Link 2025-12-02T20:51Z 34.6K followers, 20.5K engagements
"Marvin Gets Concussion What Made the Blue Dell Inspiron [----] Stand Out At a time when most laptops were boring looking the blue Inspiron just felt fun. It echoed a new design wave of Windows laptops. It shipped with Windows XP which was stable fast and friendly: - No forced accounts - No cloud logins - No app stores - Everything was local This was the era of: - Winamp skins - CD ripping & burning - LimeWire / Kazaa - AOL Instant Messenger - Desktop icons everywhere Processor - Intel Celeron (Northwood-based) - Speeds typically [---] GHz [---] GHz - Single-core 32-bit (no 64-bit support) Memory"
YouTube Link 2026-01-02T21:55Z 41K followers, 21.1K engagements
"1999 iMac G3 Secret VGA Port The [----] iMac G3: Secret Port info below From a hardware perspective it was a regular VGA port which meant except standard VGA cables. But from from a software perspective it was limited in proprietary ways: [--]. It only supported video mirroring. [--]. It did not support independent monitor set ups where you could drag windows between monitors. [--]. The resolution and refresh rates were dictated by the internal CRT capability. Bottom line it showed Apples forward thinking as todays dual monitor computer set ups are common. . . . #g3 #retrocomputer #nostalgia #retrotech"
YouTube Link 2025-11-10T19:41Z 26.5K followers, 31.3K engagements
"Part [--] of 4: OG PC XT Dissection [----] IBM Full breakdown below Dissecting the IBM [----] PC XT The [----] was released in [----] and these expansion boards made a lot of different things possible. The boards showcased are the color graphics card the Hayes Modem Card the AST 6-pack expansion card and extra 384K Next was the SYSDINE Hard Drive Controller Card and the floppy drive controller The system board has 256K base RAM. The AST adds 384K for a total of 640K RAM. . . . . #ibm #retrocomputer #oldcomputer #expansioncard #nostalgia #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-12T21:06Z 31.2K followers, 53.9K engagements
"Turning My [----] iMac G3 Into A Neon Time Machine This [----] transparent iMac G3 was never meant to glow so I fixed that. I took it apart installed internal LEDs reassembled it piece by piece then powered it on in the dark. Pure late-90s Apple vibesupgraded for [----]. . . . . #RetroApple #iMacG3 #VintageTech #AppleHistory #RetroComputing #TechRestoration #LEDMod #1999Tech #SeeThroughTech"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T20:00Z 41K followers, [---] engagements
"Best Selling Computer of all Time Released in [----] for@$595. Its name comes from [--] KB of RAM. Huge gaming library . . . . #retrotech #commodore64 #retrogaming"
YouTube Link 2026-01-04T15:16Z 41K followers, 13.8K engagements
"Your MacBooks Grandparents Whats your favorite Apple laptop back in the day The [----] PowerBook [---]. The [----] iBook G3 Clamshell. Or the [----] iBook G4. Comment below. . . . . #retrotech #apple #macintosh"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T20:16Z 41K followers, 32K engagements
"Whats inside of a TRS-80 Specs below Have you ever wondered whats inside of a TRS-80 Color Computer Commonly referred to as the Trash-80 Radio Shack came out with this computer in [----]. It was later called the Tandy Color Computer. TRS-80 stands for Tandy Radio Shack Z80. [--] is from Zilog Z80 processor that the computer was based on. It had a Chiclet style keyboard (iykyk) An [--] bit data bus with 16KB of RAM and 8KB of ROM. A Motorola [----] CPU [--] Color or [--] color output to tv It also had DIN Connectors for cassette Serial I/O right and left joysticks. You had to set the jumpers to tell the"
YouTube Link 2025-12-03T20:59Z 34.1K followers, 21.1K engagements
"Why does it never fit on the first try iMac G3 USB Ports Is it just me or does anyone else have trouble putting USBs in the ports We Fix Stupid Computers everyday so this happens all the time. If it happens to you let us know in the comments . . . . . #techstruggles #computertech #itjokes #apple #retrotech #imac #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-05T20:16Z 25.7K followers, 22.9K engagements
"MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Clean System Files In this video we discuss Mac storage & how to manage it. Removing large downloads & unsupported apps and clearing out system cache log files & application caches"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [---] engagements
"The 1st Apple Trackpad 📊 Apple PowerBook [---] Release & History - Introduced: May [----] - Discontinued: June [----] - With modern features like a trackpad built-in Ethernet PC Card support and dual battery slots. 🧠 Processor & Memory - CPU: Motorola 68LC040 (32-bit) at [--] MHz - FPU: None (no math coprocessor) - L1 Cache: [--] KB - Standard RAM [--] MB - Expandable to [--] MB (via one [--] MB module + onboard) 📺 Display & Video - Built-in Screen: [---] grayscale passive-matrix LCD - Resolution: [---] [---] - VRAM: [---] KB (supports external color at [---] colors) - Second Display Support: Up to [---] [---] (8-bit"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T19:05Z 41K followers, 41K engagements
"A Dog Ate my Customers USB Hot Wiring USB + Data Recovery Youve heard of a dog ate my homework well how bout a dog ate my USB I recently had a customer come in with something I have never seen before. A dog ate his USB. The USB was completely chewed up. We wanted to see if we could salvage the storage controller chip and the flash memory chip. Fortunately those two pieces on the circuit board were fine. We just had to fix the USB connector. The easiest way to fix the USB connector was to remove it and hotwire a new one on. . . . . #soldering #usb #techfix #datarecovery #solder #computerrepair"
YouTube Link 2025-10-28T14:32Z 22.8K followers, [---] engagements
"2003 called. They want their laptop back. [----] iBook G4 Facts 🤍 Design & vibe - Nicknamed the marshmallow Mac because of its glossy white polycarbonate shell. - Apple intentionally designed it to look friendly and non-intimidating This was the student Mac. - Rounded edges + white plastic = peak early-2000s Apple aesthetic. 🎒 Student legend - Marketed heavily to schools and college students. - Many peoples first-ever laptop. - Often survived backpacks dorms and coffee spills better than it should have. ⚙ G4 power (but chill) - Powered by a PowerPC G4 slower than the PowerBook G4. - Apple"
YouTube Link 2025-12-20T02:32Z 41K followers, 169.8K engagements
"Apple Gave Up On This MacBook - Linux Didnt Repurposed not retired. This [----] MacBook got a second life with Zorin Linuxfast lightweight and modern. No unsupported macOS no outdated programs. Just a smooth desktop that feels familiar and actually runs well on older Mac hardware. Perfect for web browsing email office work media playback and learning Linux without the headache. Old Mac. New purpose. Zero e-waste vibes. ♻💻 . . . #retrotech #zorinos #linux"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T02:25Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Dell cleaning ASMR Number [---] Cold early morning computer cleaning ASMR. . . . . #asmr #dell #techsupport"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Course WrapUp This is the wrap up to the free video course "PC Cleanup 101". Thank you for watching. If you have any questions please email us at help@wefixstupidcomputers.com"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T04:05Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements
"Apple Battery Replacement Mac Book Pro [----] Today at the shop I had to replace a Mac Book Pro [----] battery Check out these neat tricks that I have used for years on these Apple products . . . . . #batteryreplacement #applebatteryreplacement #computershop #computerrepair #computertricks #macbattery #macbookpro #macbookprepair #macbatteryrepair #itsupport #lynchburgva"
YouTube Link 2025-08-14T18:34Z 39.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Is this a Tron Disk Mainframe Reel Did you think this was a Tron Disk Well it is actually a [--] track data magnetic tape for an IBM mainframe. The IBM tape was introduced in the 50s on the IBM [---] computer. The [--] track version became standard in [----]. The [--] track tape stored data on nine parallel tracks. It was typically [--] 1/2 inch wide wound on metal or plastic reels up to [----] inches in diameter. The transfer speed was measured in inches per second (IPS) and was typically 75-200 IPS. Early model capacities were a few megabytes but by the 70s it was over [---] megabytes per reel. The tape was"
YouTube Link 2025-10-27T19:06Z 19K followers, 27.8K engagements
"Honeymoon Picture Recover on G5 PowerMac After finding out that Saltys PowerMac G5 wont boot he asked us to recover some honeymoon pictures 👀. He does have a great taste in music though needing his Lynrd Skynrd and The Marshall Tucker Band music recovered. . . . . #customerservice #powermac #apple #computerjokes #powermacg5 #shorts #it"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T20:47Z 31.2K followers, 11.3K engagements
"80s PCs Were Physical Why was the original IBM PC so heavy: 🧱 [--]. Thick steel chassis (not plastic) - The XT used heavy-gauge steel panels and internal framing - Designed to survive shipping stacking and daily corporate abuse - Strength + shielding = serious mass Modern PCs save weight with thin steel and plastic. The XT didnt. 🔌 [--]. Massive linear-style power supply - Large transformer heat sinks and metal casing Built for stability and longevity not efficiency - Much heavier than modern switching PSUs 💾 [--]. Full-height floppy drives - [--] full-height drives had metal frames motors gears - Two"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T00:20Z 41K followers, 45.6K engagements
"MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Disable Unnecessary Startup Items This video discusses which system settings in a Mac to review & turn off. How to stop apps from starting when macOS boots. We also discuss background app permissions"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [--] engagements
"Beefy Computer Build from Counter Strike The Beefy Computer from Counter Strike was based on a Dell Dimension [----]. I was inspired to do this because of a comment on another video where a follower saw it and said we should build it This is seen in CS Office . . . . . #shorts #counterstrike #csgo #beefycomputer #retrotech #2000snostalgia #computer #wefixstupidcomputers"
YouTube Link 2025-09-30T13:58Z 17.3K followers, 53.6K engagements
"$11000 Macintosh From [----] SE Setup This old machine reminds me of something you'd see the TVA using If you know you know A little Loki Easter egg Share this with a friend from the 80s Macintosh SE (1987) The Macintosh SE was Apple's first compact Mac with internal expansion capabilities. It sold from 1987-1990 and the cost was $3900. $10800 in todays money A favorite in schools and offices it brought serious power in a small all-in-one design. This little beige box marked a big step forward for Apple's classic Mac line. X Key Specs CPU: Motorola [-----] @ [--] MHZ RAM: [--] MB (expandable to [--] MB)"
YouTube Link 2025-10-13T19:27Z 25.7K followers, 596K engagements
"PC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Using Malwarebytes This video covers the basics of using the free Malwarebytes cleanup program. How to download install & use it"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T03:56Z 33.3K followers, [--] engagements
"How to stop Windows [--] Updates from Ending for Free If you've been getting that dreaded message about the free updates for Windows [--] ending I have a solution for you. If you are in the US Microsoft will eventually make you pay to get security. updates for your Windows [--] computer. This is a little work around for now so you can keep on enjoying those extended security updates for as long as you can so you don't have to pay for a year of updates. (This probably will be temporary and may not work for everyone's computer) Follow for more tech tips like this . . . . . #techtips #windows10"
YouTube Link 2025-10-03T18:03Z 15.8K followers, 43K engagements
"Happy Steve Jobs Day It's Steve Jobs Day Apple has a huge legacy thanks to Steve His innovation design and imagination gave us the iconic iMac G3 and iMac G4 and paved the way for modern computing as we know it today @Apple . . . . . #stevejobs #stevejobsday #apple #stevejobsmemorial #imacg3 #imacg4 #macintosh #retrotech #vintagetech"
YouTube Link 2025-10-16T19:48Z 15.8K followers, 31.6K engagements
"Coding on a [----] IBM List/Array Drop your coding ideas in the comments below We took this suggestion from @Benzzo who suggested that we should demonstrate a short BASIC program to demonstrate how to code and run an array on our [--] year old @IBM computer This was fun to make and has us really thinking about more coding ideas Follow for more . . . . . #coding #codingtiktok #ibm #computershop #80s #retrotech #microsoft #80skid #80skids #1980 #1980s #1980svibes #pc"
YouTube Link 2025-08-07T18:14Z 39.4K followers, 19.2K engagements
"Building a [----] PC Follow for more tech builds Listen to this amazing audio. We took apart and rebuilt the [----] IBM PC XT Marvin the Martian commanded the building of this IBM PC The process was fairly complicated but it was most definitely fun At the time this computer would have cost around $7500 dollars which would be around $24000 in today's money This had a [--] Meg hard drive a color graphics adapter and a floppy disk slot . . . . @IBM #computerbuild #gamingpc #retropc #retrocomputer #computer #pcbuild #ibm #ibmpc #ibmcomputer #retrotech #80s #asmrbuild #gaming #80stech"
YouTube Link 2025-10-30T18:59Z 26.5K followers, 1.8M engagements
"20 Second Teardown 🧠 Build & Design - Completely tool-less no screwdriver needed for drives PCIe cards or RAM - Side panel weighs more than some modern laptops - Designed by the same team behind the Power Mac G5 - One latch unlocks the entire machine ⚙ Hardware Nerd Facts - Shipped with Xeon Nehalem CPUs (server-grade silicon) - Triple-channel DDR3 ECC RAM (desktop Macs didnt get ECC again for years) - Supports up to [--] RAM slots (dual CPU models) - PCIe slots powered directly from the board no adapters needed 🔥 Cooling & Engineering - Uses separate thermal zones for CPUs GPUs drives and PSU"
YouTube Link 2025-12-19T01:39Z 41K followers, 148.1K engagements
"Organically Inspired. During the iMac G4s unveiling in [----] Steve Jobs described the G4 as being inspired by a sunflower on his kitchen table. The adjustable chrome arm mimics how a sunflowers stem bends and tilts as it tracks the sun. The white polycarbonate dome base is like a hemisphere having a very organic shape rounded smooth and bulb-like like the base of a sunflower. Jony Ive and the design team shifted the idea of a desktop computer from a rectangular machine to something alive friendly and organic. Apple design documents referred to it as the Sunflower Mac internally with codenames"
YouTube Link 2025-12-10T23:59Z 41K followers, 13.3K engagements
"Unwind. Rewind. Power On. The yo-yo power adapter that shipped with the iBook G3 was genuinely cooland very Applefor a few smart reasons: [--]. Built-in Cable Management (Way Ahead of Its Time) Instead of loosely wrapping cords: - The cable retracted and stored inside the brick - No knots no Velcro no mess - Toss it in a backpack and it stayed tidy In the early 2000s this felt futuristic. [--]. It Turned a Boring Accessory into an Experience Unwinding and rewinding it was: - Satisfying - Tactile - Almost toy-like (hence the yo-yo nickname) Apple made something fun that didnt need to be fun. [--]. Peak"
YouTube Link 2026-01-12T01:08Z 41K followers, 45.7K engagements
"Customer Grates Cheese🧀 on MAC PRO G5😮 I think my customer took the Cheese Grater nickname too seriously on the Mac Pro G5😂 He started scraping cheese into the computer All jokes aside I am going to do a data recovery on his Mac Pro because it is completely dead. Disclaimer: No Macs were actually harmed in the making of this G5 Cheese Grater video. . . . . #cheesegrater #macpro #g5 #2000stech #nostalgia #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-19T20:55Z 29.6K followers, 26.1K engagements
"Coolest.Mac.Ever [----] MacPro [--] Cooling: Uses front-to-back airflow with independent thermal zones: - Zone A: CPU & memory - Zone B: Expansion cards - Zone C: Hard drive bays no - Zone D: Power Supply Each zone has its own fan(s) and temperature sensors. [--] Front Intake Fan Location: Behind the front grille Purpose: Pulls cool air into the case - Feeds CPU tray RAM PCIe area and drive bays [--] CPU Heatsink Fan(s) Location: On the removable CPU tray Purpose: Cool the CPU(s) directly - Single-CPU model: [--] fan - Dual-CPU model: [--] fans - Air is pulled through the massive aluminum [--] Rear Fan"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T01:03Z 41K followers, 11.9K engagements
"1983 vs [----] Not Much Has Changed Not much has changed since [----]. in terms of replacing a power supply. I had to replace a Dell Optiplex [----]. The way we replace it today is almost the same as replacing a PSU on the original IBM PC XT. Likewise as computers have changed the technology and software has changed too. But there are so many similarities in terms of replacing hardware and even speeding up the software. . . . . @IBM @Dell #ibm #dell #ibmpc #psureplacement #delltower #pcrepair #computerrepair #powersupply #shorts #80s"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T19:56Z 26.1K followers, 39.1K engagements
"Part [--] of 4: OG XT RAM DIP Switches IBM PC XT [----] Back in [----] you actually had to tell the computer how much RAM was installed as opposed to the computer actually knowing. It wasnt plug and play like today. You did this through setting DIP switches. . . . . #ibmcomputer #dipswitch #ram #retrocomputer #oldvsnew #retrocomputer #retrotech #80s #computerboard #shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-13T20:43Z 31.2K followers, 101.2K engagements
"Macworld [--] Years Later iMac G4 [----] Comment sunflower if you think Apple should bring back a modern version of the iMac G4 If Apple still had Macworld and Steve Jobs was still around. would he reveal something groundbreaking like the iMac G4 It would be neat to see Apple bring back an updated version of this bold design. Complete with the swiveling screen and arm. The iMac G4 may have been Steve Jobs' greatest computer. @Apple . . . #imac #retrotech #applecomputer #shorts #stevejobs"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T20:03Z 34.4K followers, 58.4K engagements
"No App Store No Subscriptions The iBook G4 landed at a very specific moment in tech historyand thats exactly why it was such a hit. Not despite the lack of an App Store subscriptions or distractions but because of it. It was a tool not a dopamine machine In the mid-2000s a laptop was still primarily for doing something: - Writing papers - Editing photos or video - Coding - Browsing the web intentionally - Email (not infinite feeds) - There were: ❌ No push notifications ❌ No infinite scroll So when you opened an iBook G4 you controlled the computernot the other way around. That felt"
YouTube Link 2025-12-31T20:01Z 41K followers, 20.9K engagements
"The Mutliverse of Macness iMac Generations When you mess with time it tends to mess back Welcome to the Multiverse of Macness Doctor Colt takes you through the many generations of iMacs all the way back to the Macintosh SE using his time stone. He must be careful though because going back in time to these beautiful machines may have repercussions👀🎃 This was a fun one I wish you all a Happy Halloween😂 Featured in this video are the Apple iMac [----] the iMac G5 iMac G4 the beloved iMac G3 and the very ancient relic: the Macintosh SE @Apple @marvel . . . #imac #apple #macintosh #retrotech"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T16:32Z 20.6K followers, 26.5K engagements
"Panther+Aqua Magic iMac G4 Panther Magic macOS Panther + Aqua = Magic Running Mac OS X Panther on the G4 was a visual flex: - Translucent Aqua UI - Smooth animations - That iconic welcome video & music It wasnt just an OSit was an experience. #TechNostalgia #RetroComputing #OldSchoolTech #ClassicComputers #2000sTech #ThrowbackTech"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T19:15Z 41K followers, 15.7K engagements
"The Forgotten Computer of the 80s Atari 800XL 🏅The official home computer of the [----] Olympics. Yeah seriously - when the world gathered in Los Angeles for the games the computer powering official data systems was this little machine: the Atari 800XL. Launched in [----] it was part of Atari's legendary 8-bit lineup a sleek workhorse with 64KB of memory built-in BASIC programming and an ANTIC graphics chip that could handle vibrant color and smooth scrolling long before other PCs caught up. It could run games write programs connect to printers and even access online services over a phone line"
YouTube Link 2025-10-28T18:26Z 39.7K followers, 192.7K engagements
"Strange Things at The Computer Shop iPad running on a Macintosh and Old Phone Follow for more Strange Things. It's Friday the 13th at the office and our computers have been acting strange . . . . . #strangerthings #strangerthings5 #lynchburgva #netflix #strangerthingsfan #80s #strangerthingsnetflix #computershop #computer #strangerthingstv #oldphone #retrophone #retrocomputer #imac #retromac #apple"
YouTube Link 2025-07-31T19:58Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"Replacing the Touchscreen on an HP Envy x360 Laptop"
YouTube Link 2025-08-10T01:07Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"Rare Computer Shop Finds Part [--] Follow for more cool phones and computers from different eras Send this to your 2000s tech friends This phone is sleek and a great color find for the collection of old phones . . . . . #oldphone #oldphones #vintagephone #samsung #sliderphone #flipphone #tech #2000s #2000stech #refurbished"
YouTube Link 2025-07-30T18:58Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"Replacing the audio jack MagSafe board in a Macbook Air"
YouTube Link 2025-08-10T01:04Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"Retro never dies. something big is coming soon Who knows whats coming next Comment your guesses down below. . . . . . . . . . Dont look in the hashtags . . . . . . . . If youre looking here comment C . . . . . #commodore #commodore64 #retrogaming #retrocomputer"
YouTube Link 2025-09-24T19:09Z [---] followers, [----] engagements
"2015 iMac HD to SSD Conversion"
YouTube Link 2025-08-10T01:10Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"Replacing the keyboard on a Dell Inspiron 55R laptop that's a victim of a coffee spill"
YouTube Link 2025-08-10T01:07Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"Laptop Battery Replacement Dell XPS Today at the shop I replaced a Dell XPS battery 🔋This battery was actually swollen so it was pushing up on the trackpad . . . . . #dellxps #delllaptop #batteryreplacement #laptoprepair #techrepair #diylaptopfix #laptopbattery #computerrepair #pcrepair #techtips #laptopfix #howtoreplacebattery #laptopmaintenance #techdiy #laptoptroubleshooting #swollenbattery #trackpad #swollentrackpad #brokentrackpad"
YouTube Link 2025-08-11T17:42Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"Apples $1100 Budget Computer [----] Specs down below @apple advertised this as a "budget" laptop in [----]. At around $1100 dollars this wasn't as budget friendly as you'd think. But all in all it was still a great design in the G4 line. The iBook G4 had the glowing Apple logo on the back email a slot cd drive [--] gig hard drive [--] mega of Ram built in modem [---] CPU Speed fire wire usbs speaker jack and integrated speakers. . . . . . #computershop #2000stech #ibook #appleibook #ibookg4 #g4 #appleg4 #oldcomputers #2000scomputers #2000snostalgia"
YouTube Link 2025-08-15T13:48Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"Playing Brick on an iPod 2000s Nostalgia Comment if you had an iPod down below Who remembers this game Brick was a little fun game that came on the iPods. Allowing kids and adults to enjoy some game time @apple was really ahead of its time Follow for more 2000s tech . . . . . #ipod #brickgame #iphone #apple #2000smusic #2000snostalgia #2000stech #ipodgames #techshop #computershop #computers #appleipod #2000sgames"
YouTube Link 2025-08-04T16:23Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"Pick ONE. No Google. (Early 2000s Edition) Before the smartphone we carried these. Which one are you choosing Comment your pick. #retrotech #nostalgia #palmpilot #blackberry #shorts"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T08:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"I Ran a [----] Floppy Disk With NO Case in an IBM XT Drive. This is how data recovery of spilled liquid on floppies weee done back in the day. I cut open a [----] floppy disk and inserted only the magnetic media into an original IBM XT floppy drive to see if it would still spin and read. No outer shell. No protection. Just raw magnetic film spinning while the read/write head moves back and forth. This is how early 1980s PC storage actually worked thin plastic coated in iron oxide spinning at [---] RPM inside a full-height drive. Vintage computing was beautifully mechanical. Would you have tried"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T00:00Z 41K followers, 334.5K engagements
"This sound saved your homework ASMR The [----] floppy in the IBM PC XT is way cooler than people think. [--] It stored [---] KB that was huge Double-sided double-density About [--] WordStar docs [--] low-res image 😅 Back then Totally respectable. [--] The sound = physical positioning That iconic whine + thunk + chatter comes from: A stepper motor physically moving the read/write head No sensors it counted steps Disk slipped ❌ Data gone It sounds alive [--] It spins at a constant [---] RPM Not as needed always spinning Speed never changes Timing was EVERYTHING Modern drives adjust speed. This thing just"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T17:00Z 41K followers, 21.5K engagements
"Bro survived the 90s Cleaning battery corrosion from a Sony Walkman Sports cassette player (1988) and bringing it back to life. Fresh batteries cassette in press play. Analog tech ASMR hits different. Built before software updates. . . . . #asmr #walkman #cassette"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T17:01Z 41K followers, 70.9K engagements
"Old PC Power Supply Workbench PSU (ASMR) Quiet ASMR build turning a retired PC power supply into a standalone bench power supply. No talking just tools wiring and power-on. https://amzn.to/3Ot0JeS As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T19:51Z 41K followers, 371.6K engagements
"Someone threw these away. Someone threw these away. How many can you identify without Googling . . . . #retrocomputing #satisfying #recycling"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T22:00Z 41K followers, 18.4K engagements
"1955 and tech support wont take your call. [----] and tech support doesnt answer. . . . . #retrotech #asmr #techsupport"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T23:58Z 41K followers, 12.4K engagements
"Deep cleaning Power Mac G5 Deep cleaning Power Mac G5and found the stinking system administrator. . . . #retrotech #apple #mac"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T17:01Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Productivity. [----] Before smartphones this was productivity. This used to run meetings calendars contacts and entire careers. Palm Pilot V. Stylus taps. Quiet focus. Technical Specifications Device type: Personal digital assistant (PDA) by 3Com (Palm Computing) Operating System: Palm OS [---] (upgradeable to 3.3) Processor: Motorola DragonBall EZ (16 MHz) Memory: [--] MB RAM (no internal expansion) Display: Backlit grayscale LCD (16-shade) touchscreen [---] [---] px Connectivity: Serial port (proprietary for syncing/charging) Infrared (IR) beaming (for wireless data transfer) Battery: Rechargeable"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T17:01Z 41K followers, 24.1K engagements
"XT Modern System Comparison Different decade. Different hardware. Same troubleshooting mindset. From an IBM PC XT to a modern system the tools changed but the way you think through problems didnt. Old systems. Modern support. . . . . #retrotech #computerrepair #nostalgia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Decapping G5 - Part [--] The capacitor plague era (industry-wide problem) Early-to-mid 2000s electronics were hit by bad capacitor chemistry. Several suppliers used faulty electrolyte formulas Caps looked fine at first then: Bulged Leaked Vent ruptured Apple wasnt alonePC motherboards GPUs TVs routers all suffered Apple used borderline-rated capacitors on many iMac G5 logic boards and power supplies: Caps were often: Low voltage margin General-purpose not long-life They were placed right next to VRMs and hot components So even good caps aged fast under constant thermal stress. The internal PSU"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T19:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Pure mechanical bells no speakers no software. When this rang you knew someone wanted to talk to you. Connected to modern tech with Cell2Jack 📞 Amazon Link Affiliate Cell2Jack https://amzn.to/49S377v As an Amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. . . . #retrotech #nostalgia #oldphone"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T15:01Z 41K followers, 50.2K engagements
"Desktop vs. Portable [----] One chip. Two form factors. Apple didnt just design computers they designed personalities. Desktop or clamshell 👇 . . . #retrotech #applecomputer #tech #techretro #apple"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T02:07Z 41K followers, 40.1K engagements
"Tech Support - [----] Rotary phone ASMR - [----] tech supportthis was your live chat. . . . #ASMR #Retrotech #Vintage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T18:01Z 41K followers, 25.1K engagements
"No swipe just dial No swipe. Just dial. Before apps updates and notifications Technology was simpleand it worked. No swipe. Just dial. Clicks. Rings. Real buttons. Pure retro phone ASMR ☎ . . . . . #RetroTech #VintageTechnology #OldSchoolTech #AnalogLife #ThrowbackTech"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T20:00Z 41K followers, 11.2K engagements
"XT to RTX This desk spans over [--] years of computing. From floppy disks and diagnostics to RGB and raw performance. Generations change. Problem-solving doesnt. . . . #retrotech #ibm #nostalgia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T23:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"IBM PC XT diagnostics dont lie Booted up the original IBM diagnostics andsure enoughsomething failed. Do you know what this error code is . . . . #ibm #retrocomputing #techsupport"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T06:00Z 41K followers, 19.1K engagements
"Dot Matrix ASMR This sound powered offices schools and late-night print jobs. Before Wi-Fi. Before drivers. Before quiet mode. Just paper pins and progress. Epson FX-80 dot-matrix printer in its natural habitat. Parallel port. Tractor feed. Pure mechanical feedback. Sometimes the old way just hits different. . . . #asmr #epson #techsupport"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T16:01Z 41K followers, 13.9K engagements
"Decapping G5 - Part [--] Part 1: The iMac G5 was special because it was a huge turning point for Appleand honestly the quiet blueprint for modern iMacs. 🖥 The first truly modern iMac This was the moment Apple ditched the colorful personality computer look and went clean flat and minimal. That thin aluminum slab with the stand Thats still the basic iMac design today. Before the G5 desktops looked like desktops. After the G5 they looked like appliances. ⚡ PowerPC G5 in an all-in-one (wild at the time) The PowerPC G5 was a hot power-hungry CPUoriginally meant for towers. Apple crammed it behind an"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T21:00Z 41K followers, 21.1K engagements
"Fresh Peel Energy Peeling the plastic is mandatory. I dont make rules :) An older gaming tower came in the shop today for an OS reload. I had to remove the old plastic protective film from the side glass as over the years it had gotten dirty and started peeling already. . . . #ASMR #Satisfying #asmrvideo #SatisfyingSounds"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Twins. Not Clones. [--] vs [--] iMac G4 Same DNA. Different personality. Small and agile or big and bold Which one wins iMac G4 [--] - Display: [--] LCD (1024 768) - CPU: PPC G4 [---] MHz to [--] GHz - RAM: Up to [--] GB - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce2 MX / ATI Radeon [----] - Storage: IDE HDD (4080 GB typical) - Ports: USB [---] FireWire [---] VGA out - Vibe: Compact balanced classic iMac G4 [--] - Display: [--] LCD (1440 900) - CPU: PPC G4 [--] GHz to [----] GHz - RAM: Up to [--] GB - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce4 MX / ATI Radeon [----] - Storage: IDE HDD (80160 GB typical) - Ports: USB 2.0* FireWire [---] VGA out - Vibe: Bigger"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T20:00Z 41K followers, 20.6K engagements
"Dell cleaning ASMR Number [---] Cold early morning computer cleaning ASMR. . . . . #asmr #dell #techsupport"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T20:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Saving My iMac G3 Before replacing parts always reseat and clean. RAM and AirPort card pulled contacts cleaned reinstalled and this iMac G3 powered right back up. . . . . #retrotech #apple #techsupport"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T19:00Z 41K followers, 60.2K engagements
"Turning My [----] iMac G3 Into A Neon Time Machine This [----] transparent iMac G3 was never meant to glow so I fixed that. I took it apart installed internal LEDs reassembled it piece by piece then powered it on in the dark. Pure late-90s Apple vibesupgraded for [----]. . . . . #RetroApple #iMacG3 #VintageTech #AppleHistory #RetroComputing #TechRestoration #LEDMod #1999Tech #SeeThroughTech"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T20:00Z 41K followers, [---] engagements
"1999 called I added LEDs This [----] transparent iMac G3 was never meant to glow so I fixed that. I took it apart installed internal LEDs reassembled it piece by piece then powered it on in the dark. Pure late-90s Apple vibesupgraded for [----]. #RetroApple #iMacG3 #VintageTech #AppleHistory #RetroComputing #TechRestoration #LEDMod #1999Tech"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T17:00Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Panther + Aqua = Magic macOS Panther + Aqua = Magic Running Mac OS X Panther on the G4 was a visual flex: - Translucent Aqua UI - Smooth animations - That iconic welcome video & music It wasnt just an OSit was an experience. #TechNostalgia #RetroComputing #OldSchoolTech #ClassicComputers #2000sTech #ThrowbackTech"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T03:47Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Panther+Aqua Magic iMac G4 Panther Magic macOS Panther + Aqua = Magic Running Mac OS X Panther on the G4 was a visual flex: - Translucent Aqua UI - Smooth animations - That iconic welcome video & music It wasnt just an OSit was an experience. #TechNostalgia #RetroComputing #OldSchoolTech #ClassicComputers #2000sTech #ThrowbackTech"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T19:15Z 41K followers, 15.7K engagements
"Unwind. Rewind. Power On. The yo-yo power adapter that shipped with the iBook G3 was genuinely cooland very Applefor a few smart reasons: [--]. Built-in Cable Management (Way Ahead of Its Time) Instead of loosely wrapping cords: - The cable retracted and stored inside the brick - No knots no Velcro no mess - Toss it in a backpack and it stayed tidy In the early 2000s this felt futuristic. [--]. It Turned a Boring Accessory into an Experience Unwinding and rewinding it was: - Satisfying - Tactile - Almost toy-like (hence the yo-yo nickname) Apple made something fun that didnt need to be fun. [--]. Peak"
YouTube Link 2026-01-12T01:08Z 41K followers, 45.7K engagements
"iBook G3 Repurposing iBook G3 repurposing. The white iBook G3 only had a five month lifespan from May [----] to October [----] but now weve made it timeless. We took an iBook G3 from [----] and made it intowell see for yourself. . . . . . #g3 #mac #apple #repurposed #2000s"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T22:38Z 41K followers, 10.7K engagements
"Dell Cleaning ASMR Dell Vostro Tower PC What Is It Built for small businesses: Office work Accounting POS / back-office systems Long uptime not flashy specs Most Vostro towers youll see are from the late 2000smid 2010s. 🔧 Typical Specs (varies by model) CPU: Intel Core [--] Duo / i3 / i5 (depending on era) RAM: DDR2 or DDR3 Storage: [---] HDD (perfect SSD upgrade candidate) Cooling: Rear exhaust + CPU fan . . . #retrotech #dell #asmr"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T00:05Z 41K followers, 19.6K engagements
"Maggie ASMR I sat down to check social media analytics and Maggie had other ideas. . . . . #Beagle #doglife #happydog"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T02:57Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Revive A [----] Dell A [----] Dell Latitude D505 came in the shop for recycle. The customer just wanted us to recycle it and make sure the data was gone. Unfortunately or fortunately the hard drive had crashed so all we had to do was remove the hard drive and smash it to shatter the internal platters so there would be no chance of their data getting leaked. However the rest of the laptop worked. It just needs some TLC cleanup a new hard drive and an OS reload. Perfect candidate to reload Windows XP Pro on this retro laptop. Latitude D505 Specs: Processor: Intel Pentium M or Celeron M (e.g. 1.2"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T19:00Z 41K followers, [---] engagements
"Apple Gave Up On This MacBook - Linux Didnt Repurposed not retired. This [----] MacBook got a second life with Zorin Linuxfast lightweight and modern. No unsupported macOS no outdated programs. Just a smooth desktop that feels familiar and actually runs well on older Mac hardware. Perfect for web browsing email office work media playback and learning Linux without the headache. Old Mac. New purpose. Zero e-waste vibes. ♻💻 . . . #retrotech #zorinos #linux"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T02:25Z 41K followers, [----] engagements
"Best Selling Computer of all Time Released in [----] for@$595. Its name comes from [--] KB of RAM. Huge gaming library . . . . #retrotech #commodore64 #retrogaming"
YouTube Link 2026-01-04T15:16Z 41K followers, 13.8K engagements
"Old Laptop ASMR Dell Inspiron [----] Specs: Processor - Intel Celeron (Northwood-based) - Speeds typically [---] GHz [---] GHz - Single-core 32-bit (no 64-bit support) Memory (RAM) - [---] MB DDR standard - Max: [--] GB DDR (PC2100 / PC2700) - [--] RAM slots Storage - [----] GB IDE (PATA) hard drive - [----] RPM common Display - [----] XGA (1024 768) - CCFL-backlit LCD Graphics - Intel Extreme Graphics - Shared system memory (up to [--] MB) - No hardware T&L (very basic XP-era) Optical Drive - CD-ROM CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW combo (varies by config) Networking - 10/100 Ethernet - No Wi-Fi by default - Optional PCMCIA"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T00:11Z 41K followers, 24.3K engagements
"Marvin Gets Concussion What Made the Blue Dell Inspiron [----] Stand Out At a time when most laptops were boring looking the blue Inspiron just felt fun. It echoed a new design wave of Windows laptops. It shipped with Windows XP which was stable fast and friendly: - No forced accounts - No cloud logins - No app stores - Everything was local This was the era of: - Winamp skins - CD ripping & burning - LimeWire / Kazaa - AOL Instant Messenger - Desktop icons everywhere Processor - Intel Celeron (Northwood-based) - Speeds typically [---] GHz [---] GHz - Single-core 32-bit (no 64-bit support) Memory"
YouTube Link 2026-01-02T21:55Z 41K followers, 21.1K engagements
"No App Store No Subscriptions The iBook G4 landed at a very specific moment in tech historyand thats exactly why it was such a hit. Not despite the lack of an App Store subscriptions or distractions but because of it. It was a tool not a dopamine machine In the mid-2000s a laptop was still primarily for doing something: - Writing papers - Editing photos or video - Coding - Browsing the web intentionally - Email (not infinite feeds) - There were: ❌ No push notifications ❌ No infinite scroll So when you opened an iBook G4 you controlled the computernot the other way around. That felt"
YouTube Link 2025-12-31T20:01Z 41K followers, 20.9K engagements
"WiFi with a Handle 🍎 Apple in 1999: The Comeback Era - The iMac G3 (1998) had already saved Apple financially. - The iBook G3 (released July 1999) was the consumer laptop counterpart to the iMac: - Affordable - Colorful - Friendly - Not intimidating 👉 This is where Apple shifted from computer company to lifestyle tech brand. - The iBook was the 1st mass-market laptop with Wi-Fi. - Apple branded it AirPort to use it for: - Browsing the web - While walking around the stage - With no cables plugged in That blew minds in [----]. Most people were still: - On dial-up - Sharing one family computer -"
YouTube Link 2025-12-29T22:33Z 41K followers, 55.8K engagements
"80s PCs Were Physical Why was the original IBM PC so heavy: 🧱 [--]. Thick steel chassis (not plastic) - The XT used heavy-gauge steel panels and internal framing - Designed to survive shipping stacking and daily corporate abuse - Strength + shielding = serious mass Modern PCs save weight with thin steel and plastic. The XT didnt. 🔌 [--]. Massive linear-style power supply - Large transformer heat sinks and metal casing Built for stability and longevity not efficiency - Much heavier than modern switching PSUs 💾 [--]. Full-height floppy drives - [--] full-height drives had metal frames motors gears - Two"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T00:20Z 41K followers, 45.6K engagements
"2003 called. They want their laptop back. [----] iBook G4 Facts 🤍 Design & vibe - Nicknamed the marshmallow Mac because of its glossy white polycarbonate shell. - Apple intentionally designed it to look friendly and non-intimidating This was the student Mac. - Rounded edges + white plastic = peak early-2000s Apple aesthetic. 🎒 Student legend - Marketed heavily to schools and college students. - Many peoples first-ever laptop. - Often survived backpacks dorms and coffee spills better than it should have. ⚙ G4 power (but chill) - Powered by a PowerPC G4 slower than the PowerBook G4. - Apple"
YouTube Link 2025-12-20T02:32Z 41K followers, 169.8K engagements
"20 Second Teardown 🧠 Build & Design - Completely tool-less no screwdriver needed for drives PCIe cards or RAM - Side panel weighs more than some modern laptops - Designed by the same team behind the Power Mac G5 - One latch unlocks the entire machine ⚙ Hardware Nerd Facts - Shipped with Xeon Nehalem CPUs (server-grade silicon) - Triple-channel DDR3 ECC RAM (desktop Macs didnt get ECC again for years) - Supports up to [--] RAM slots (dual CPU models) - PCIe slots powered directly from the board no adapters needed 🔥 Cooling & Engineering - Uses separate thermal zones for CPUs GPUs drives and PSU"
YouTube Link 2025-12-19T01:39Z 41K followers, 148.1K engagements
"Coolest.Mac.Ever [----] MacPro [--] Cooling: Uses front-to-back airflow with independent thermal zones: - Zone A: CPU & memory - Zone B: Expansion cards - Zone C: Hard drive bays no - Zone D: Power Supply Each zone has its own fan(s) and temperature sensors. [--] Front Intake Fan Location: Behind the front grille Purpose: Pulls cool air into the case - Feeds CPU tray RAM PCIe area and drive bays [--] CPU Heatsink Fan(s) Location: On the removable CPU tray Purpose: Cool the CPU(s) directly - Single-CPU model: [--] fan - Dual-CPU model: [--] fans - Air is pulled through the massive aluminum [--] Rear Fan"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T01:03Z 41K followers, 11.9K engagements
"The 1st Apple Trackpad 📊 Apple PowerBook [---] Release & History - Introduced: May [----] - Discontinued: June [----] - With modern features like a trackpad built-in Ethernet PC Card support and dual battery slots. 🧠 Processor & Memory - CPU: Motorola 68LC040 (32-bit) at [--] MHz - FPU: None (no math coprocessor) - L1 Cache: [--] KB - Standard RAM [--] MB - Expandable to [--] MB (via one [--] MB module + onboard) 📺 Display & Video - Built-in Screen: [---] grayscale passive-matrix LCD - Resolution: [---] [---] - VRAM: [---] KB (supports external color at [---] colors) - Second Display Support: Up to [---] [---] (8-bit"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T19:05Z 41K followers, 41K engagements
"Your MacBooks Grandparents Whats your favorite Apple laptop back in the day The [----] PowerBook [---]. The [----] iBook G3 Clamshell. Or the [----] iBook G4. Comment below. . . . . #retrotech #apple #macintosh"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T20:16Z 41K followers, 32K engagements
"Organically Inspired. During the iMac G4s unveiling in [----] Steve Jobs described the G4 as being inspired by a sunflower on his kitchen table. The adjustable chrome arm mimics how a sunflowers stem bends and tilts as it tracks the sun. The white polycarbonate dome base is like a hemisphere having a very organic shape rounded smooth and bulb-like like the base of a sunflower. Jony Ive and the design team shifted the idea of a desktop computer from a rectangular machine to something alive friendly and organic. Apple design documents referred to it as the Sunflower Mac internally with codenames"
YouTube Link 2025-12-10T23:59Z 41K followers, 13.3K engagements
"Strip It Down"
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T18:23Z 41K followers, 23.5K engagements
"MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Clean System Files In this video we discuss Mac storage & how to manage it. Removing large downloads & unsupported apps and clearing out system cache log files & application caches"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [---] engagements
"MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Clear Out Digital Clutter This video talks about more than just emptying the recycle bin but also finding & removing unnecessary files and folders clearing out leftover items in mail and clearing browser information"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [---] engagements
"MAC Cleanup [---] - Part [--] - Disable Unnecessary Startup Items This video discusses which system settings in a Mac to review & turn off. How to stop apps from starting when macOS boots. We also discuss background app permissions"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [--] engagements
"MAC Cleanup [---] - Intro This is an overview introduction discussing why Macs slow down"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T17:10Z 41K followers, [--] engagements
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