Subject: Commendation on the ESP32-S3 ZX Spectrum Design
Dear Chris Greening,
I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my admiration for your work on the ESP32-S3 ZX Spectrum and do some gushing to encourage you. The design truly resonates with the spirit of the original machine while incorporating modern tech elements, which is no small feat.
The placement of the 3.2 inch screen at the top is reminiscent of one of Rick Dickinson's iconic designs, and I appreciate how it allows for potential customization with a larger screen through rewiring the pins should someone want to. Merely my opinion, I like what you've done and what you are going for as it is in that upper Spectrum bar in terms of fitting the battery, screen, ports etc. up there. The addition of expansion input-output pins is a special touch that enhances the versatility of the machine. It appeals to my memory of the Usborne robot arm one could built and interface with the ZX Spectrum. The aesthetics are functional and I believe this is the beauty of your work.
Your ability to capture the essence of the original ZX Spectrum and infuse it with contemporary technology is truly exciting. It's clear that a great deal of thought and skill has gone into this project, and I am thrilled to see the result. It's a careful balance and I believe you hit it!
I wanted to extend my best wishes to you and your team as you continue your work on this project. It's inspiring to see the legacy of such an iconic machine being honored and re-imagined in this way.
Thank you for your dedication and innovative spirit. I look forward to seeing the continued success of the ESP32-S3 ZX Spectrum.
i like it.a.lot. maybe if the top pcb had no components or connectors, i.e. was a pure clone of original spectrum. then have a bottom pcb which has components and connectors, this is joined to the top pcb by 4 pcb standoffs about an inch long in each corner. then in the middle of the 2 pcbs have a slide out bigger lcd. which could be on a simple.3d printed slide out tray.
Subject: Commendation on the ESP32-S3 ZX Spectrum Design
Dear Chris Greening,
I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my admiration for your work on the ESP32-S3 ZX Spectrum and do some gushing to encourage you. The design truly resonates with the spirit of the original machine while incorporating modern tech elements, which is no small feat.
The placement of the 3.2 inch screen at the top is reminiscent of one of Rick Dickinson's iconic designs, and I appreciate how it allows for potential customization with a larger screen through rewiring the pins should someone want to. Merely my opinion, I like what you've done and what you are going for as it is in that upper Spectrum bar in terms of fitting the battery, screen, ports etc. up there. The addition of expansion input-output pins is a special touch that enhances the versatility of the machine. It appeals to my memory of the Usborne robot arm one could built and interface with the ZX Spectrum. The aesthetics are functional and I believe this is the beauty of your work.
Your ability to capture the essence of the original ZX Spectrum and infuse it with contemporary technology is truly exciting. It's clear that a great deal of thought and skill has gone into this project, and I am thrilled to see the result. It's a careful balance and I believe you hit it!
I wanted to extend my best wishes to you and your team as you continue your work on this project. It's inspiring to see the legacy of such an iconic machine being honored and re-imagined in this way.
Thank you for your dedication and innovative spirit. I look forward to seeing the continued success of the ESP32-S3 ZX Spectrum.
Best regards,
i guess.i like it, but lcd is too small , so would prefer some way of getting bigger lcd
The 3.2 inch display is pretty legible.
top.pcb and bottom pcb would be identical in size and form a sort of sandwich case
i like it.a.lot. maybe if the top pcb had no components or connectors, i.e. was a pure clone of original spectrum. then have a bottom pcb which has components and connectors, this is joined to the top pcb by 4 pcb standoffs about an inch long in each corner. then in the middle of the 2 pcbs have a slide out bigger lcd. which could be on a simple.3d printed slide out tray.