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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I'm working on bringing VERA to more platforms. Here is a patched version of the original NES SMB running on "VERA 64", my prototype cartridge that allows VERA to be used on C64 and C128. Maybe VIC 20 in the future?

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VERA on C64 early proof of concept

YouTube video by Joe Burks

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

In the meantime, everyone is welcome to place orders at my new Lectronz store: lectronz.com/stores/wavicle

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Wavicle's store

Retro and Neo-Retro Hardware

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

I've left this comment on the latest update to the FB page for @tindie.com :

A text rant about how Tindie's lack of communication is doing as much damage to community trust as the extended outage is doing.

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

It appears that @tindie.com is approaching the end of its 5th day of downtime. I'm looking for a secondary option to sell my products. My apologies to everyone who saw @adriansdigitalbasement.com's video and would like to get a VERA X. If you "need" one now, DM me to arrange a purchase via PayPal.

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

I'm happy to announce that OtterX's first official VCF exhibit will be at VCF PNW! Feel free to come say hi if you're in Seattle May 2 & 3 this year. vcfpnw.org

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VCF PNW

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

An early render of C-Otter Pup - a smaller form factor, low cost OtterX/X16 compatible computer! Many major functions live on daughter and mezzanine boards to lower R&D spend. These will move into the motherboard as the design stabilizes and matures. No promises on cost except for "$149 or less"

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Next batch of OtterX are available now on my Tindie store. I now sell faster oscillators as an add-on option which overclocks the system 10MHz. www.tindie.com/products/wav...

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OtterX 8-Bit Retro Computer by Joe's Retro Sto' on Tindie

6502-based computer with Commander X16 compatibility

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

A new version of Otter Power! will soon be available through my Tindie store. Now with +12V fan header, holes for external power source, larger power inductors, and 2oz copper traces on outer layers. Works with #OtterX, #CommanderX16, and the original F256 Jr.

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

I don't post here nearly often enough, and... The next Calypso prototype has been put in for production! For those of you not aware, Calypso is a peripheral that attaches to VERA and adds USB keyboard, WiFi + file server, RS232, VERA recovery, and now NTP time sync! #OtterX #CommanderX16

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

The current situation with retaliatory tariffs may force me to retire some products in my Tindie store. Most notably my flagship OtterX computer www.tindie.com/products/wav.... There is no guarantee that I will be able to restock after the current batch has sold.

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OtterX 8-Bit Retro Computer by Joe's Retro Sto' on Tindie

6502-based computer with Commander X16 compatibility

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

65Cxx CPU switcher for OtterX and X16 (should also work on anything that can take either a 65C02 or 65C816 CPU) appears to be passing all tests thrown at it. Also fixes an issue in the X16 PCB which allows for this combination of 65C816 + Cartridge + 10MHz overclock. #OtterX #CommanderX16

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Despite what the Tindie page says, I have a stack of these cartridges in stock. Assembly available for an additional fee. www.tindie.com/products/wav... #OtterX #CommanderX16

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ROAM Commander X16 Cartridge by Joe's Retro Sto' on Tindie

Commander X16 ROM and Memory cartridge for software devs and enthusiasts

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Joe Burks @wavicle9.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

My latest X16 / OtterX related distraction: save wear and tear on your CPU socket and have the best of both worlds! Coming who-knows-when.

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Commander X16 @commanderx16.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

If you want a smaller form factor, one community member has his own fully-compatible ITX board called the OtterX. And it's over-clockable (to 10 Mhz)! It's also available as a kit. www.tindie.com/products/wav...

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OtterX 8-Bit Retro Computer by Joe's Retro Sto' on Tindie

6502-based computer with Commander X16 compatibility

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