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@riscosbits.co.uk
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 29/06/2026
Along with the new #mirkopc from @miroslawfolejewski.bsky.social , I also received this excellent looking custom enclosure for it. It's a very solid piece of kit, to protect an excellent piece of kit! What's not to like? Even at that, I think he's planning a few refinements before release.
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 29/06/2026
After an excellent suggestion at a hardware mod on the board from @miroslawfolejewski.bsky.social , I now have NVMe enabled with a Compute Module 4 and #RISC_OS on the new #MirkoPC. Not many hardware designers would put in so much time to help a niche user base make best use of their hardware.
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 29/06/2026
Got this prototype beast from @miroslawfolejewski.bsky.social on my workbench and it's going brilliantly, with CM4 and especially CM5. I'm looking forward to this project getting some more love and development after the designer's well earned summer break!
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 20/03/2026
Remember to pop and see us at tomorrow's #RISCOSNorth Show - here's just a few of the reasons why: www.riscosopen.org/forum/forums... #riscosnorth #risc_os #acorncomputers
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 20/03/2026
RISC OS Remote comes to RISC OS North (and stays at home - all at the same time!). Experience RISC OS on your laptop, smartphone, tablet - anywhere. www.riscosopen.org/forum/forums... #riscosremote #risc_os #transporting_riscos #acorncomputers
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 20/03/2026
Ready to Roam with RISCOSbits? www.riscosopen.org/forum/forums... #laptopconversion #riscoslaptop #riscosnorth #RISC_OS
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 19/03/2026
RISCOSbits to launch RiscDOCK Lite Editions at the RISC OS North Show www.riscosopen.org/forum/forums... #lapdock #portablerisc_os #riscoslaptop #multios #risc_os #acorncomputers
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 18/03/2026
RISCOSbits to bring a full range of systems to the #RISC_OS North Show on Saturday 21st March riscosopen.org/forum/forums... #risc_os #AcornComputers #riscosnorth
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 08/03/2026
While I wait excitedly for the next impending issue of @archiveriscos.bsky.social , I'll have a bit of a read of this tome and see how to perfect those interviews!
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 30/01/2026
New RISC OS laptop? Running @riscosopen.bsky.social RISC OS 5 very quickly! #RISC_OS #ArgonOneUp #fastest #thinkso
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 05/01/2026
Early preview of the new 15.6in RiscDOCK. Bigger screen, bigger battery, same flexibility! #RISC_OS #RISCOSLaptop
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 12/12/2025
This is a real Christmas Cracker! Stocks are very limited at this price, and only available while the webpage is up. Once the stocks have gone, the page will disappear... riscosbits.co.uk/cracker.htm #risc_os #LimitedOffer #ChristmasCracker #ItsAWrap
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 11/12/2025
Yule be sorry if you miss this tree-mendous #RISC_OS cracker - it really is snow joke. And don't mull it over for too long, or they'll all be gone! Remember, even at Christmas, it's okay to treat yours-elf. I'll get my coat... #puntastic #RISC_OS #LimitedEdition #BeQuick
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 11/12/2025
Just 24hrs to go! Is this going to be the #RISC_OS bargain of the year? We're full of #ChristmasSpirit (hic), so it may just be! #BuyingMyOwnPresents #RISCOSComputers #ModernRetro #We_Wish_You_A_RISCOS_Christmas #And_A_Linux_New_Year?
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 11/12/2025
It's nearly time to unwrap our little #RISC_OS present. Friday 12th at midday. For those of you lucky enough to snap up the limited stock, it'll be worth the wait. So don't be a #Grinch or a slouch on Friday! #RISC_OS #Unwrapped #BestPresentEver
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 10/12/2025
Our festive offer will be a hot one! And such a sweet deal! #ChristmasCracker #RISC_OS #LimitedTimeOffer #WhileStocksLast
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 08/12/2025
A gold standard festive offer coming soon! #risc_os #ChristmasCracker #LimitedEdition #BeQuick #GoldStandard
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 07/12/2025
A special festive treat coming soon! #risc_os #ChristmasCracker #LimitedEdition #BeQuick
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 27/10/2025
It's been a satisfying evening... thanks, @archiveriscos.bsky.social
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 24/10/2025
Just in case the cryptic images haven't helped, here's an easier picture clue of an external antenna! We'll have them for sale at the @rougol #riscoslondonshow2025 with access to FREE #RISC_OS control software for #ComputeModule4 systems, like our FreeNVMe and FAST systems.
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 24/10/2025
Want a flash new keyboard, that will literally flash if you ask it to!? Fully programmable Cherry MX Red near-silent keys, backlight LEDs, customisable key colours on individual keys! Emulate a BBC, A3000, A3010 or Pi500+ keyboard! See it at #riscoslondonshow2025 #risc_os
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 24/10/2025
See and buy our new #FASTNVMeXL system with our #FreeNVMe drivers, and a whopping 8GB RAM usable under #RISC_OS. Sleek, smooth, and very cool! #risc_os #riscoslondonshow2025 #WhatWillYouDoWithIt?
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 24/10/2025
Exclusive: see it working with your RISCOSbits #RISC_OS #FreeNVMe or #FAST system at tomorrow's @rougol London Show: riscoslondonshow.co.uk
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 23/10/2025
Coast at your desk with our Show exclusive Welsh Slate Drink Mats (with rubber pads to avoid scratching!). At a bargain price of £5 each. Limited stock, so hurry up to the RISCOSbits stand! #CoastingWithRISC_OS #RISC_OS #AcornComputers #riscoslondonshow2025
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 23/10/2025
You'll be upset, too, if you miss it! Exclusively available at the #RISC_OS London Show! #riscoslondonshow2025
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 22/10/2025
Come and see our #ECOS Companion devices for #risc_os, and see how you can run responsive alternative operating systems alongside your favourite OS. Order yours at the Show! #riscoscompanions #riscoslondonshow2025 #InternalOrExternal
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 22/10/2025
Now under #RISC_OS control... see the control software in action at the @rougol Show. #riscoslondonshow2025
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 21/10/2025
We're making the #RISC_OS case for wood! Or should that be 'we're making a wood case for RISC OS'... See them in the (tree) flesh on Saturday at the @rougol #riscoslondonshow2025 this Saturday.
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 21/10/2025
It's touch and go, but will we have a Pi9home (brew) ready to show at the #riscoslondonshow2025? #risc_os #justbecause #notrealbutbetterthanapokeintheeye
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 19/10/2025
This back page?
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 16/10/2025
A delicious custom walnut Chimera for a customer at the #RISCOSLondonShow2025 The photos really don't do it justice. #RISC_OS #custombuild
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 14/09/2025
Setting up an older #RISC_OS 5 system as a freebie for a returning user. It's amazing what you forget: How slow SD card storage is; How fast a Pi 3B+ was in its day; How cool it runs! It's a good little machine, but it does remind you how far we've come since then.
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 09/08/2025
A bit of a wasted afternoon, but I managed all this with two CM4001008s (and a completely unnecessary 256GB NVMe drive). #overkill #frugal #RISC_OS
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 21/07/2025
ECOS11 is a new Windows #Companion for #riscosfast and ITX cases to integrate #RISC_OS and Windows into a single system. But it isn't just a sidekick to FAST, it can also fly solo whilst working in formation with #RISC_OS! #risc_os #ecos11 #windows11 riscosfast.co.uk/ecos.htm
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 21/07/2025
NEW! ECOfile. Using ECOS technology to create the ultimate file store for RISC OS (and Windows, MAC, Android, iOS, Linux...). Made for RISC OS. Is it a NAS? No, it's so much more than that... #LooksToDieFor #NotForHiding #RISC_OS www.riscosbits.co.uk/ecos.htm www.riscosfast.co.uk/ecos.htm
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 09/06/2025
ECOS5 - RISC OS and Linux Made Easy. Together. Check out our new ECOS5 - a Linux add-in or add-on for your RISC OS system. Available now. Read all about it: www.riscosfast.co.uk/ecos.htm www.riscosbits.co.uk/ecos.htm www.riscosopen.org/forum/forums... #risc_os #Raspberry_Pi #ecos5 #bestofboth
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 25/05/2025
I may be up to something.... #redfunctionkeys #acorn #RISC_OS
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 26/04/2025
Experience the 40 year evolution of the #ARM chip as it was originally intended - download #RISC_OS today and run it on a super cheap #raspberrypi4. Or even a CM4 with fast and free NVMe! 40 years of innovation in such a small download: riscosopen.org/content/downlo… #ARM40 #RISCOS64
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 26/04/2025
In its 40th anniversary year, learn how #ARM nearly never was! Did a misstep by a major manufacturer create the need for Acorn to develop the chip that eventually took the world by storm? In @archiveriscos.bsky.social soon! #ARM40
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 26/04/2025
At 3pm on 26th April 1985, the first ARM chip powered up, displaying: “Hello World, I am ARM.” From a 25,000-transistor chip running on a #BBCMicro, through #RISC_OS systems, to powering billions of devices today, ARM is a testament to efficient design and innovation. #ARM40
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 26/04/2025
Read the inside story on how #ARM came about, from the man who knows! In the next issue of Archive - the magazine for #RISC_OS users. archivemag.co.uk #ARM40 #RISCOS64
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 26/04/2025
#RISC_OS, the original #ARM OS, still lives on today. From it's inception as the very colourful #Arthur in 1987 to it's future on 64bit chips, RISC OS has always worked on efficient #ARM chips, now including those in the #raspberrypi riscosopen.org/content/downlo… #ARM40 #RISCOS64
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 26/04/2025
40 years of innovation! The ARM chip, born in 1985, changed computing forever - powering everything from early Acorn systems to today's modern #RISC_OS kit. Four decades of efficiency and a future still being written! Let's go 64bit! riscosopen.org/content/docume… #ARM40 #RISCOS64
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 04/04/2025
After a week, we're ready to go, By popular demand - the DIY ZERO, Remember it comes with a Compute Module 4, The most expensive of the components by far, If you have one already so want it without, We'll do what we can, just give us a shout! (I'm a poet but didn't know I was) #RISC_OS
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 28/03/2025
At #riscosnorth, we’re previewing two exciting developments: a new dual-OS machine codenamed The B*stard and breakthrough NVMe enhancements that boost RISC OS performance and functionality. Be among the first to see them live. #risc_os #raspberrypi
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 27/03/2025
Our new DIY kits will be at #riscosnorth. Build your own RISC OS NVMe system from just £119. No soldering required - just assemble with clear instructions and high-performance NVMe storage. Perfect for every maker. #risc_os #raspberrypi www.pihard.co.uk/diy/
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 27/03/2025
Introducing ECOS⁵ – the next evolution in RISC OS/Linux integration. Run Linux inside your RISC OS desktop with seamless file and desktop sharing. Internal and external options. Upgrade options for existing ECOS CM4 users. See it at #RISCOSNorth #RISCOS #Linux #CM5 #raspberrypi
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 26/03/2025
We’ll have limited stock of Pinebook Pro laptops available at #riscosnorth. These lightweight, RISC OS compatible systems are perfect for computing on the go. And only £150. Plus, check out our clearance items, our stickers, and other bits - all at special show prices. #risc_os #raspberrypi
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 25/03/2025
Introducing the new RiscDOCK – a modular 14" laptop built for both RISC OS and Linux. Designed to switch effortlessly between desktop and portable use, with a free Desktop Dock for show buyers. See it at #riscosnorth. #risc_os #raspberrypi More details: riscosbits.co.uk/riscdock
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RISCOSbits @riscosbits.co.uk · 24/03/2025
Our multi-OS Chimera systems just got an upgrade. Now powered by the Compute Module 5 for faster Linux performance, smoother multitasking, and improved I/O. Visit our stand at #riscosnorth. #risc_os #raspberrypi
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