Remember the PDA?

Does anyone remember the PDA (Personal Data Assistant)?  They seem to have come and gone in a the blink of an eye.  Today, they have been completely replaced by Smart Phones.  But, once upon a time, the PDA was very cool.  I've still got a couple.  For example, I picked up the Sharp OZ-5500 Wizard Personal Information Organizer for $4 at a thrift store.  You can read a complete review here -

Retro Gadget Review:  The Sharp OZ-5500 Wizard Personal Information Organizer

Sharp Electronic Organizer

The Dark Side of the Coleco Adam

Last week we covered all the advantages of a Coleco ADAM.  It seemed like the home computer to buy for a fleeting time during the 1983/1984 school year.  But, early adopters always face challenges, our family was no exception.  Just as we experienced the joy of having a computer in our home, we faced the heartache of owning an orphan system.  Read more in my article -

Retrogaming Review:  Drawbacks to the Coleco ADAM Home Computer 

Welcome to Retro Rover

Welcome to my new blog - Retro Rover!  This blog will cover all kinds of retro gadgets, gear, games, and other fun stuff.  When I was a teen in the 80s, being vintage or retro was the furthest thing from my mind.  But, lately, I find myself retreating into the world of retro.  If I find it roving around at flea markets, garage sales, thrift stores, or surfing ebay, I might just post it here for the world to see.  Have fun!