Legacy: Its design and the programming language it used were influential, with the project and the computer’s architecture leading to the development of ARM processors, which became a dominant force in mobile computing.

Impact: The BBC Micro was hugely popular, especially in the educational market, with an estimated 80% of British schools using one by 1985.

Purpose: It was the centerpiece of the BBC’s Computer Literacy Project, which aimed to teach the public about computers through television programs, software, and hands-on experience with the BBC Micro.

Launch: The machine was released in December 1981, though widespread delivery was delayed until 1982 due to production issues.

Launched as part of the BBC’s Computer Literacy Project, this popular machine was designed and manufactured by Acorn Computers in 1981 and played a significant role in bringing computing into British schools and homes.

This gear will be put to great use in our workshops, inspiring the next generation to think creatively about technology and sustainability.
Thank you so much, Mike — your support means the world to us and helps keep the Retro Reset mission rolling! 🚍💙

His generous donation includes:
💠 A MacBook Air now running Deepin OS
💠 A Dell XPS 12 transformed with ChromeOS
💠 A Canon Pixma IP90 mobile printer
💠 An Nvidia Tegra Note Android tablet
💠 A Google Nest

These devices will help us show young people exactly what can be achieved by giving older tech a new life — loading alternative operating systems, repurposing hardware, and reducing e-waste in the process. ♻️💻

Here’s to the OG window into modern computing. 👏💻
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It’s a perfect nostalgia hit for grown-ups and a fun discovery for older kids — all while supporting our volunteer-run, non-profit project.
We’d love to see you there – come say hi, have a play, and help us light up Heathfield with a bit of retro joy! 🌟💚

Come and step aboard our mobile computer museum and take a trip down memory lane. For a small donation, you can come inside the bus, explore, and even play on some amazing vintage computers and consoles from decades past. 👾🕹️

Would you be interested in joining our team? We are looking for volunteers to form a fundraising committee to support Retro Reset💚

Would you or anyone you know be interested? Email us at [email protected] or DM us for more information 😁

www.retroreset.org

On the bus they can take apart, see, and experience old kit and they also get to program, play, and experience all the working retro tech from BBC microcomputers to saga mega drives!

We are looking for some Fabulous Fixers to join the Retro Reset Team💚

Do you or anyone you know have an interest in vintage retro computing and video games consoles🎮 and can help fix them? Please email us at [email protected] or DM us with any enquiries 😁
www.retroreset.org