Archived New $5,000 Multimedia Computer System Downloads Real-Time TV Programs, Displays Them On Monitor (theonion.com)
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Archived New $5,000 Multimedia Computer System Downloads Real-Time TV Programs, Displays Them On Monitor (theonion.com)
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[–] i_scream_trucks 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
The funniest thing about this, is that its not parody.
This is literally what compaq presarios were all about. Cheap shit PCs that made massive but unfullfillable claims on performance and ability.
[–] derram ago
https://archive.ph/wip/F19Ca :
'"With the Compaq Presario 6000 and a few reasonably priced add-ons, you'll never have to watch TV on a television again."'
'"Once this device is perfected, computer users will actually be able to convert bread into toast. '
'A sound card enabling users to enjoy the sound that accompanies the downloaded TV images is also available for $349. '
'It is this revolutionary new chip that will enable the Presario 6000 to play television programs on its monitor, a capability virtually unheard-of in an electronic device. '
'The Presario 6000 will be the first computer to feature the forthcoming 550 MHz Intel Pentium III processor, with MMX2(TM) technology. '
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