RAMpocalyse pricing prompts maker to construct his own memory using ancient Apollo-era tech — USB drive resurrects hand-threaded magnetic core memory using salvaged Russian computer parts

RAMpocalyse pricing prompts maker to construct his own memory using ancient Apollo-era tech — USB drive resurrects hand-threaded magnetic core memory using salvaged Russian computer parts

A tech enthusiast has constructed a USB drive using ancient Apollo-era magnetic core memory technology, employing salvaged Russian computer parts to create a nostalgic yet functional device. Though it only holds a meager 64 bits, this project highlights the impact of skyrocketing RAM prices and showcases the lengths people will go to find affordable alternatives. This DIY effort underscores the ingenuity and resourcefulness of modern makers, blending historical tech with contemporary needs in a fascinating way.

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