[Coco] What would a CoCo successor have to have as a minimum?

[jdaggett at gate.net]

I think that is what Tandy came to a conclusion 20years ago. 

james


On 22 Nov 2010 at 10:39, Mark McDougall wrote:

> On 22/11/2010 9:20 AM, Mark McDougall wrote:
> 
> > Once you throw away the 6809 then you're not talking about a Coco 4 any more
> > IMHO. A 68k with enhanced graphics is called an "Amiga".
> 
> Just to play devil's advocate...
> 
> My throw-away line has got me thinking...
> 
> Looking at the "wish list" for those interested in Coco 4 - the Amiga pretty 
> much sums it up.
> 
> "Faster CPU" - check.
> "Enhanced graphics" - check.
> "Retro experience" - check.
> "Instant on" - ermm... not too bad. But you can't have your cake and eat it too!
> "Simple Powerful language with access to graphics/sound" - check (AMOS BASIC).
> 
> I'm assuming someone enthusiastic enough could even port OS-9/68K?
> 
> Seriously, what is there about the Amiga that doesn't fit the bill, aside 
> from the name?
> 
> Regards,
> 
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