New Apple-1 app for iOS/macOS - anyone interested in beta testing?

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April 9, 2024 - 3:29am

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New Apple-1 app for iOS/macOS - anyone interested in beta testing?

Hi folks,

I am a great admirer of this forum and I thought it might be a good place ask about this. I hope you don't mind.

I've been developing an Apple-1 app for iOS/macOS and I am approaching the App Store submission stage for version 1.0. Think something like Virtual KIM, but dedicated to Apple-1 and with a better user experience (that is the goal, anyway).

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If anyone is interested in helping to test the app and provide constructive feedback I would greatly appreciate it.

In exchange, I will offer free access to the released app, which I otherwise plan to sell for a reasonable fee in order to attempt to recover some miniscule fraction of the development costs.

If interested, please send me a private message containing your e-mail address and an overview of your testing capabilities (iOS devices & Macs you are able to use for testing, installed OS versions, experience level with Apple-1 and software testing in general) and I will follow up with you.

Initially, I will only have bandwidth to support one or two testers, but I hope to expand this going forward.

Thank you!

Tim

May 16, 2024 - 1:26am

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Last call for beta testers...

App Store submission will be occurring relatively soon, so if you're interested in beta testing and you haven't already let me know, please do so ASAP.

If you're uncomfortable sharing your e-mail via PM, I may be able to provide a link to an invitation without the need for any e-mail address.

I recently worked with the droids in the marketing department (Sydney & Gemini) and we came up with the following ad copy for the store description:

WOZNIAC-1: Retro Code Odyssey
Embark on a Nostalgic Journey
WOZNIAC-1 seamlessly blends the classic Apple-1 experience with modern features, inviting you to step back in time and relive the dawn of personal computing. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a curious newcomer, our app offers an intuitive interface and a wealth of resources for your retro-computing adventure.
Key Features:
Smooth Sailing: Landscape mode, customizable fonts, and a dedicated numeric key row for elegant coding on iPhone. Effortlessly import text with “Load in WOZNIAC-1.”
Super Speed: Witness blazing-fast performance with Fast Mode. Watch as operations conclude in moments, not minutes. It’s a computing time warp (paradoxes not included).
Fluid Files: Dive into the golden age of computing—experiment with different programs, save your progress, manage files easily with Quick Look previews, and instantly share your creations with other WOZNIAC-1 users.
Programmer’s Potion: Command the MOS 6502, code with BASIC, delve into assembly with KRUSADER, and wield the power of the legendary “Woz Monitor.” It’s Gandalf’s staff for programmers. “You shall not pass … without debugging!”
Modernized Marvel: Enjoy a whopping 48K of RAM and lightning-fast terminal display, complete with copy/paste/print and reverse text capability. Keep your text always in sight with Scroll Lock.
Educational Expedition: Discover original manuals, tutorials, and more in the Help section. Learn from the experts and share your coding journey with the passionate community of retro-computing aficionados on the Internet.
Set sail on your digital odyssey—download WOZNIAC-1 today and rediscover the magic of computing’s past!

Disclaimer: Not affiliated with Steve Wozniak or Apple Inc. Apple and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.

[Watch a quick demo on YouTube HERE]

I'm very interested to hear any constructive comments you may have.

Thanks! Tim

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