Original Apple 1 Computer Built by Steve Jobs, Wozniak on Sale for $1.5 Million

An extremely rare Apple-1 computer, the original 1976 design created by famed engineer Steve Wozniak, has gone up for auction on eBay at an asking price of $1.5 million.

The Apple-1 was Apple’s first product sold to consumers, the result of Wozniak selling a $500 calculator and the late Steve Jobs selling his VW Microbus to fund its development. The Apple-1 was discontinued only a year later in 1977 when the Apple-II released. According to the Apple-1 Registry, only 200 Apple-1 units (plus a few in pre-production) were ever made.

According to the eBay listing and the unit’s Apple-1 Registry page, this Apple-1 computer is one of only six to have an original Byte Shop KOA wood case. The computer is also in working condition with an unmodified NTI motherboard. The seller is also including an original Sony TV-115 monitor with a video modulator. Check out the eBay gallery below.

[widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=apple-1-ebay-auction-gallery&captions=true"] The only parts to have been replaced on this particular unit are its video and keyboard connectors, according to the unit’s Apple-1 Registry page. With a hand-soldered motherboard and a slight difference in the connector pin, current owner Krishna B. Blake conjectured that it may have been originally designed for military use.

Previous Apple-1 computers have sold for as much as $905,000 in 2014, according to CNBC. That current record-holder was believed to be one of the first batches of 50 units that Wozniak built himself. Experts believe that other Apple-1 units may go for anywhere from $175,000 to $475,000, so definitely lower than the eBay seller’s asking price, but not out of the realm of possibility.

[caption id="attachment_246743" align="alignnone" width="720"]apple 1 Credit: Krishmiti, eBay[/caption]

According to the seller, this particular Apple-1 unit was originally purchased second hand in a Canadian computer store in 1978 for a “couple hundred” dollars, Blake feeling the hardware would have a place in history. Ever since, it’s spent its life in a controlled environment in Montreal until 2015, when Blake realized its value had skyrocketed.

It remains to be seen if the seller will reach their auction goal, but this Apple-1 will almost certainly go for a pretty penny regardless given its relatively pristine condition.

[poilib element="accentDivider"] Joseph Knoop is a writer/producer/lowly Windows user for IGN, and he's in mint condition.

Original Apple 1 Computer Built by Steve Jobs, Wozniak on Sale for $1.5 Million

An extremely rare Apple-1 computer, the original 1976 design created by famed engineer Steve Wozniak, has gone up for auction on eBay at an asking price of $1.5 million.

The Apple-1 was Apple’s first product sold to consumers, the result of Wozniak selling a $500 calculator and the late Steve Jobs selling his VW Microbus to fund its development. The Apple-1 was discontinued only a year later in 1977 when the Apple-II released. According to the Apple-1 Registry, only 200 Apple-1 units (plus a few in pre-production) were ever made.

According to the eBay listing and the unit’s Apple-1 Registry page, this Apple-1 computer is one of only six to have an original Byte Shop KOA wood case. The computer is also in working condition with an unmodified NTI motherboard. The seller is also including an original Sony TV-115 monitor with a video modulator. Check out the eBay gallery below.

[widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=apple-1-ebay-auction-gallery&captions=true"] The only parts to have been replaced on this particular unit are its video and keyboard connectors, according to the unit’s Apple-1 Registry page. With a hand-soldered motherboard and a slight difference in the connector pin, current owner Krishna B. Blake conjectured that it may have been originally designed for military use.

Previous Apple-1 computers have sold for as much as $905,000 in 2014, according to CNBC. That current record-holder was believed to be one of the first batches of 50 units that Wozniak built himself. Experts believe that other Apple-1 units may go for anywhere from $175,000 to $475,000, so definitely lower than the eBay seller’s asking price, but not out of the realm of possibility.

[caption id="attachment_246743" align="alignnone" width="720"]apple 1 Credit: Krishmiti, eBay[/caption]

According to the seller, this particular Apple-1 unit was originally purchased second hand in a Canadian computer store in 1978 for a “couple hundred” dollars, Blake feeling the hardware would have a place in history. Ever since, it’s spent its life in a controlled environment in Montreal until 2015, when Blake realized its value had skyrocketed.

It remains to be seen if the seller will reach their auction goal, but this Apple-1 will almost certainly go for a pretty penny regardless given its relatively pristine condition.

[poilib element="accentDivider"] Joseph Knoop is a writer/producer/lowly Windows user for IGN, and he's in mint condition.

Cloverfield: New Sequel From Batman TV Series Showrunner Won’t Be Found Footage

A sequel to 2008's Cloverfield is happening, but unlike its predecessor, it won't be a found footage movie. This sequel is being written by Joe Barton, the showrunner behind HBO Max's Batman spinoff show centered around the Gotham City Police Department. It will be produced by original Cloverfield producer, J.J. Abrams, and Bad Robot's head of film, Hanna Minghella, according to The Hollywood Reporter. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=the-25-best-horror-movies&captions=true"] This sequel seems to be following in the footsteps of the other Cloverfield universe movies, 2016's 10 Cloverfield Lane and 2018's The Cloverfield Paradox, in that it won't be a found footage movie like the original Cloverfield. It differs from 10 Cloverfield Lane and The Cloverfield Paradox in that while the other two movies were set in the same universe as the 2008 film, they weren't directly tied to it. They were originally developed as standalone films devoid of anything that attached them to the Cloverfield universe, but were eventually changed to fit into the universe before each movie's release. According to THR, this new movie will be a direct sequel to Cloverfield, which ended on a cliffhanger that left it unclear if the nuclear explosion that occurs in the film's final moments actually killed the monster terrorizing Manhattan. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2018/02/06/how-the-cloverfield-paradox-ties-the-cloververse-together"] Matt Reeves, who is currently working on The Batman, was the director of Cloverfield and THR reports that he's not involved with the sequel. He made Cloverfield for $25 million and it went on to make $172 million at the box office. With this sequel dropping the generally-cheaper found footage approach, it's easy to see this movie's budget rocketing past $25 million. Only time will tell if audiences show up to make it as successful as the original. While waiting to hear more about the movie, check out IGN's thoughts on the latest entry into the Cloverfield universe in our review of The Cloverfield Paradox and then what IGN thinks of the original movie in our Cloverfield review. Read about the 10 Cloverfield Lane alternate endings the director recently revealed after that. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes

Cloverfield: New Sequel From Batman TV Series Showrunner Won’t Be Found Footage

A sequel to 2008's Cloverfield is happening, but unlike its predecessor, it won't be a found footage movie. This sequel is being written by Joe Barton, the showrunner behind HBO Max's Batman spinoff show centered around the Gotham City Police Department. It will be produced by original Cloverfield producer, J.J. Abrams, and Bad Robot's head of film, Hanna Minghella, according to The Hollywood Reporter. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=the-25-best-horror-movies&captions=true"] This sequel seems to be following in the footsteps of the other Cloverfield universe movies, 2016's 10 Cloverfield Lane and 2018's The Cloverfield Paradox, in that it won't be a found footage movie like the original Cloverfield. It differs from 10 Cloverfield Lane and The Cloverfield Paradox in that while the other two movies were set in the same universe as the 2008 film, they weren't directly tied to it. They were originally developed as standalone films devoid of anything that attached them to the Cloverfield universe, but were eventually changed to fit into the universe before each movie's release. According to THR, this new movie will be a direct sequel to Cloverfield, which ended on a cliffhanger that left it unclear if the nuclear explosion that occurs in the film's final moments actually killed the monster terrorizing Manhattan. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2018/02/06/how-the-cloverfield-paradox-ties-the-cloververse-together"] Matt Reeves, who is currently working on The Batman, was the director of Cloverfield and THR reports that he's not involved with the sequel. He made Cloverfield for $25 million and it went on to make $172 million at the box office. With this sequel dropping the generally-cheaper found footage approach, it's easy to see this movie's budget rocketing past $25 million. Only time will tell if audiences show up to make it as successful as the original. While waiting to hear more about the movie, check out IGN's thoughts on the latest entry into the Cloverfield universe in our review of The Cloverfield Paradox and then what IGN thinks of the original movie in our Cloverfield review. Read about the 10 Cloverfield Lane alternate endings the director recently revealed after that. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes

IGN Prime Free Game: ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove

IGN Prime has partnered with developer HumaNature Studios to offer all IGN Prime members a free steam key for ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove!

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ToeJam & Earl's new major update titled 'STILL in the Groove' is now live on Steam and contains tons of fan requested tweaks and improvements. This biggest improvement is the all new Fixed Mode with much larger and difficult to navigate maps, all handcrafted by the original designer of the series Greg Johnson! 
  • 4-player Co-op funky roguelike gameplay!
  • Procedurally generated maps!
  • Online and offline play!
  • Groovy soundtrack!
  • ALIENS!
If you're an IGN Prime member click here to grab your key redeemable on Steam for a completely free copy of the game. Keys are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Not an IGN Prime member? No problem. We're offering a dead-simple signup that takes less than 3 minutes. Simply sign up and come back here to grab your free key (while supplies last). You can cancel with one click any time. Every month, the IGN Prime team provides members an opportunity to grab great games, exclusive betas, and other goodies hand-picked by the Prime team. More IGN Prime benefits:
  • Browse IGN.com ad-free -- no banner ads, no video ads
  • An exclusive monthly $5 discount eligible on all regular-price items on the IGN Store
  • Download videos in the highest resolution we have available
  • Game guide PDF downloads for offline access
  • Free indie games and betas
  • Support IGN
  • Much more to come. Sign up now!
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IGN Prime Free Game: ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove

IGN Prime has partnered with developer HumaNature Studios to offer all IGN Prime members a free steam key for ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove!

toejamearl-newsletter-1611865236418

ToeJam & Earl's new major update titled 'STILL in the Groove' is now live on Steam and contains tons of fan requested tweaks and improvements. This biggest improvement is the all new Fixed Mode with much larger and difficult to navigate maps, all handcrafted by the original designer of the series Greg Johnson! 
  • 4-player Co-op funky roguelike gameplay!
  • Procedurally generated maps!
  • Online and offline play!
  • Groovy soundtrack!
  • ALIENS!
If you're an IGN Prime member click here to grab your key redeemable on Steam for a completely free copy of the game. Keys are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Not an IGN Prime member? No problem. We're offering a dead-simple signup that takes less than 3 minutes. Simply sign up and come back here to grab your free key (while supplies last). You can cancel with one click any time. Every month, the IGN Prime team provides members an opportunity to grab great games, exclusive betas, and other goodies hand-picked by the Prime team. More IGN Prime benefits:
  • Browse IGN.com ad-free -- no banner ads, no video ads
  • An exclusive monthly $5 discount eligible on all regular-price items on the IGN Store
  • Download videos in the highest resolution we have available
  • Game guide PDF downloads for offline access
  • Free indie games and betas
  • Support IGN
  • Much more to come. Sign up now!
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This Snyder Cut-Themed Meal Box Costs $130

Meal subscription boxes are all over the Internet these days, but only one of them will allow you to order Justice League-inspired junk food packaged inside a replica Mother Box. Warner Bros. is teaming with Wonderland Restaurants to launch Wonderland At Home, a service where hardcore fans with deep pockets can order themed meal kits inspired by various WarnerMedia titles. Naturally, Zack Snyder's Justice League will be the first movie to get a meal kit. Dubbed "The Mother Box," this kit is priced at $130 for a two-person box and $260 for a four-person box. Think of it as a highbrow version of a Happy Meal tie-in. Mother Box Each box will include several pre-prepared, refrigerated food courses and multiple drink options, all inspired by different Justice League characters or restaurants from the DC Universe. Here's a breakdown of everything you get:
  • Ocean Trench (fish and chips)
  • Big Belly Burger (pretty self-explanatory)
  • Resurrection (some sort of corn-based dish)
  • Ancient Themysciran Fire (???)
  • Snacks & Extras
  • Kool Brau Beer
  • Jitters Coffee (canned cold brew coffee)
The Wonderland at Home site indicates these boxes will ship to most locations within the US and UK. The program is expected to launch in April or May of 2021. Unfortunately, with The Snyder Cut confirmed for a March 18 debut on HBO Max, you may have to hold off watching it if you're intent on getting the full experience. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/08/21/the-true-story-behind-the-snyder-cut"] Among the many changes being introduced in Snyder's version of Justice League, expect a new design for Darkseid's herald Steppenwolf, the return of cut dialogue from Superman and Batman's confrontation, and Joe Manganiello shooting new scenes as Deathstroke. The Justice League reshoots reportedly cost $70 Million, meaning WarnerMedia would probably like us all to pick up a few Mother Boxes. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Jesse is a mild-mannered staff writer for IGN. Allow him to lend a machete to your intellectual thicket by following @jschedeen on Twitter.

This Snyder Cut-Themed Meal Box Costs $130

Meal subscription boxes are all over the Internet these days, but only one of them will allow you to order Justice League-inspired junk food packaged inside a replica Mother Box. Warner Bros. is teaming with Wonderland Restaurants to launch Wonderland At Home, a service where hardcore fans with deep pockets can order themed meal kits inspired by various WarnerMedia titles. Naturally, Zack Snyder's Justice League will be the first movie to get a meal kit. Dubbed "The Mother Box," this kit is priced at $130 for a two-person box and $260 for a four-person box. Think of it as a highbrow version of a Happy Meal tie-in. Mother Box Each box will include several pre-prepared, refrigerated food courses and multiple drink options, all inspired by different Justice League characters or restaurants from the DC Universe. Here's a breakdown of everything you get:
  • Ocean Trench (fish and chips)
  • Big Belly Burger (pretty self-explanatory)
  • Resurrection (some sort of corn-based dish)
  • Ancient Themysciran Fire (???)
  • Snacks & Extras
  • Kool Brau Beer
  • Jitters Coffee (canned cold brew coffee)
The Wonderland at Home site indicates these boxes will ship to most locations within the US and UK. The program is expected to launch in April or May of 2021. Unfortunately, with The Snyder Cut confirmed for a March 18 debut on HBO Max, you may have to hold off watching it if you're intent on getting the full experience. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/08/21/the-true-story-behind-the-snyder-cut"] Among the many changes being introduced in Snyder's version of Justice League, expect a new design for Darkseid's herald Steppenwolf, the return of cut dialogue from Superman and Batman's confrontation, and Joe Manganiello shooting new scenes as Deathstroke. The Justice League reshoots reportedly cost $70 Million, meaning WarnerMedia would probably like us all to pick up a few Mother Boxes. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Jesse is a mild-mannered staff writer for IGN. Allow him to lend a machete to your intellectual thicket by following @jschedeen on Twitter.

Immortals Fenyx Rising: A New God Review

Immortals Fenyx Rising's first major DLC, A New God, feels like it's calling a bluff. Ubisoft's open-world template has gotten flack over the years for turning its sprawling worlds into a sea of icons that push you to beeline it to the next objective. If that's gotten stale, why not cut out the "open world" part? That's more or less what A New God does: It abandons any pretense about these games being about discovery and traversal in favor of a set checklist of challenges. The idea works in concept; the self-contained puzzles were some of my favorite parts of Immortals, so this DLC is in some ways exactly what I wanted. It, unfortunately, doesn't work as well in practice. Although it introduces some clever ideas to tease your brain, the way these ideas are implemented are extremely hit-or-miss, as agonizingly inconsistent and frustrating as it is clever.

A New God doesn't spend much time getting you up to speed with its story or gameplay, so you should probably finish the base game before you jump in. After the events of Immortals, Fenyx is ready to ascend into the pantheon of gods they'd helped free from Typhon--as soon as they prove themselves worthy by completing a number of puzzle and combat trials designed by said gods in Olympos.

I'm surprised by how little I miss the parts of Immortals that A New God trims. You don't explore Olympos much, since it's more of a hub than a world. Immortals' eye-rolling humor (which still can't land a punchline most of the time) is also thankfully easier to ignore than it is in the base game, as it's delivered almost entirely through quips from the gods trying to amuse you or impart advice as you play.

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Immortals Fenyx Rising: A New God Review

Immortals Fenyx Rising's first major DLC, A New God, feels like it's calling a bluff. Ubisoft's open-world template has gotten flack over the years for turning its sprawling worlds into a sea of icons that push you to beeline it to the next objective. If that's gotten stale, why not cut out the "open world" part? That's more or less what A New God does: It abandons any pretense about these games being about discovery and traversal in favor of a set checklist of challenges. The idea works in concept; the self-contained puzzles were some of my favorite parts of Immortals, so this DLC is in some ways exactly what I wanted. It, unfortunately, doesn't work as well in practice. Although it introduces some clever ideas to tease your brain, the way these ideas are implemented are extremely hit-or-miss, as agonizingly inconsistent and frustrating as it is clever.

A New God doesn't spend much time getting you up to speed with its story or gameplay, so you should probably finish the base game before you jump in. After the events of Immortals, Fenyx is ready to ascend into the pantheon of gods they'd helped free from Typhon--as soon as they prove themselves worthy by completing a number of puzzle and combat trials designed by said gods in Olympos.

I'm surprised by how little I miss the parts of Immortals that A New God trims. You don't explore Olympos much, since it's more of a hub than a world. Immortals' eye-rolling humor (which still can't land a punchline most of the time) is also thankfully easier to ignore than it is in the base game, as it's delivered almost entirely through quips from the gods trying to amuse you or impart advice as you play.

Continue Reading at GameSpot