it's been a long while since we discussed this, but it was not forgotten...
Implemented.tofro wrote: ↑Fri Nov 16, 2018 2:10 pm [*]I could completely live without microdrives, with the limited supply of cartridges, there's not much point in them. SD is a perfect replacement
[*]No need to have much on-board ROM other than a small loader - Load the OS from card
[*](at least) VGA output is a must. High-color and Hi-Res up to 800x600 (not much more) is a nice option.
[*]I'd like to see the network retained
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[*]Allowing video double buffering in smaller resolutions would be nice (two screens, ideally movable)
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[*]I don't see the need for a floppy interface once you have SD cards.
Implemented.
Implemented.Derek_Stewart wrote: ↑Fri Nov 16, 2018 3:22 pm I would like the same functionality of the Q68 on the QL.
I think Ethernet can be disregarded, connection can be achieved via a fast serial port to a PC.
The main upgrade of the QL would be a HI-Colour VESA display, with similar display modes of the Q68.
The new board to run SMSQ/E.
Implemented.stephen_usher wrote: ↑Fri Nov 16, 2018 7:44 pm Basically, if it had all that the SGC(clone) has but add DVI/HDMI video output and an SD card interface (hard disk) that would be ample.
Something with "Gold" in the name indeed...
Agreed.
Implemented.
Implemented.FrancoisLanciault wrote: ↑Sat Nov 17, 2018 5:56 pm In other words, what I would like to see the most for a SGC replacement (and as I said I understand I might be alone here) is more speed and memory [...]
That was close. Sometimes dreams come true.
The result might be a small surprise... watch this forum
Peter