Browse by Brand - Retro Computing Market Watch

Name	Location	Founded	Description	Items ▼	Sold	For Sale
Konix	UK	1984	British peripheral company founded 1984. Navigator joystick.	39	23	1
STB	USA	1987	American graphics card company founded 1987. STB Velocity.	39	17	11
America Online (AOL)	USA	1983	American online service founded 1983. Dial-up internet pioneer. AOL Instant Messenger.	39	6	6
NewTek	USA	1985	American video production company founded 1985. Video Toaster, LightWave 3D. Amiga video pioneer.	39	19	5
Disney	USA	1923	American entertainment company. Published educational software and games for various platforms.	38	9	14
ACT	UK	1965	Applied Computer Techniques (ACT) was a prominent British computer company founded in 1965. Originally a software house, ACT transitioned to hardware manufacturing in the early 1980s, releasing the highly successful Sirius 1 (Victor 9000 clone) and later its own innovative Apricot computer range. The company officially rebranded as Apricot Computers in 1985.	38	10	5
Sunsoft	Japan	1978	Sunsoft is the video game division of the Japanese Sun Corporation, established in 1978. Sunsoft became a highly celebrated developer during the 8-bit NES era, renowned for its visually stunning games and legendary synthesized soundtracks in classics like Blaster Master, Batman, and Gimmick!.	38	27	1
Wiz Technology	-	-	Asian electronics manufacturer. Budget game consoles and handheld devices.	38	28	2
The Software Labs	USA	1982	The Software Labs was a notable developer and publisher during the early 1980s home computer boom, primarily focused on the Apple II ecosystem. They were recognized for producing high-quality educational-style software and early gaming experiences that leveraged the hardware capabilities of the era. Their catalog often featured a mix of utility programs and arcade-style games that were popular in both home and classroom settings. While many companies from this era have faded into obscurity, The Software Labs remains a point of interest for retro computing enthusiasts. Their contributions represent the foundational era of software-driven hardware-specific development, showcasing the transition from hobbyist coding to more structured commercial software distribution during the early microcomputer revolution.	38	1	20
Conner	USA	1985	American company known for hard disk drives. Major manufacturer before being acquired by Seagate.	38	17	12
Mindscape	USA	1984	American game/educational publisher. Balance of Power, educational titles.	38	19	3
NMB	Japan	1949	NMB Technologies (a subsidiary of MinebeaMitsumi) is a major Japanese manufacturer of precision components. Founded in 1949, NMB is legendary among retro computing collectors for manufacturing high-quality mechanical keyboards (like the RT8200 series) and keyboard mechanisms featuring their iconic tactile and clicky Space Invaders key switches.	38	16	9
TAB Books	USA	1964	TAB Books (Technical Association Books) was a highly prominent American publisher of technical, electronics, and microcomputing books. Founded in Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, the company helped educate a generation of hobbyists and programming pioneers before being acquired by McGraw-Hill in 1990.	38	19	2
AP	USA	1985	AP (AP Products / AP Accessories) was an American computer accessories brand active in the 1980s, manufacturing structural connectors, cabling accessories, and expansion headers for microcomputers.	37	10	6
DFI	Taiwan	1981	Taiwanese motherboard company founded 1981.	37	20	8
UMC	Taiwan	1987	Taiwanese semiconductor company. Chipset manufacturer.	37	21	11
Star Micronics	Japan	1947	Japanese company known for printers, keyboards, and computer peripherals. Major supplier of dot matrix printers for personal computers.	37	18	8
Kosmos	Germany	1822	Kosmos (Franckh-Kosmos Verlags-Gmbh & Co. KG) is a historic German publishing company founded in 1822. In the computing and electronics hobbyist era, Kosmos was famous for manufacturing high-quality science, chemistry, and electronic experiment kits (such as the Kosmos CP1 computing trainer).	37	9	12
Polaroid	USA	1937	American instant photography company. Also made calculators and electronic accessories.	36	6	17
Nascom	UK	1977	British single-board computer company founded 1977. Nascom 1 and Nascom 2 kit computers based on Z80.	36	18	1
Realtek	Taiwan	1995	Taiwanese IC designer (audio, network, USB chips)	36	19	8
Softkey	USA	1984	Educational and productivity software publisher	36	6	6
Fellowes	USA	1917	Fellowes Brands (Fellowes Manufacturing Company) is an American manufacturer of office productivity solutions founded in 1917. In the retro computing era, Fellowes was a household name for floppy disk storage boxes, computer printer stands, and keyboard wrist rests.	36	12	10
Milton Bradley	USA	1860	American toy and game company. Published games for home computers based on board game properties.	36	19	7
Corvus	USA	1979	American company known for Omnidrive hard disk systems and networking products for personal computers.	36	7	5
Soyo	Taiwan	1993	Taiwanese company producing motherboards for personal computers.	36	20	2
Xetec	USA	1983	Xetec, Inc. was a major manufacturer of hardware expansions and interfaces for Commodore computers in the 1980s and 1990s. The company is famous for producing high-quality parallel printer interfaces (such as the Super Graphic series) and the legendary Lt. Kernal hard drive subsystem.	36	25	3
SanDisk	USA	1988	Flash memory and storage manufacturer	36	12	13
Chicony	Taiwan	1983	Taiwanese company known for keyboards, mice, and other computer peripherals. Major OEM keyboard manufacturer.	36	15	8
PSI	Germany	1984	German company producing power supplies and computer peripherals.	36	16	4
Hudson	Japan	1954	Hudson Soft Co., Ltd. was a highly prominent Japanese video game developer and publisher founded in 1973. Renowned for its iconic bee mascot, Hudson Soft developed legendary franchises such as Bomberman, Adventure Island, and Bonk's Adventure, and co-created the PC Engine (TurboGrafx-16) console with NEC.	35	25	-
Crash	UK	1984	British ZX Spectrum magazine 1984-1992. Leading Spectrum games publication.	35	6	8
Mega	Japan	1982	European computing/electronics brand. Various computer products.	35	19	4
Personal Computer World	UK	1978	British computing magazine 1978-2009. One of the UK's longest-running PC magazines.	35	14	1
LG	South Korea	1958	South Korean electronics conglomerate.	35	13	13
BlueSCSI	USA	2019	Open-source project providing SCSI device emulation using modern microcontrollers. Popular for adding storage to vintage Macs and other SCSI systems.	35	23	2
Kung Fu Flash	International	2015	C64 flash cartridge project. Modern Commodore storage.	35	22	7
Supra	USA	1985	American company known for modems, SCSI interfaces, and Amiga peripherals including hard drive controllers.	35	11	6
ViewSonic	USA	1987	American display company founded 1987. Monitors, displays.	35	22	5
Lite-On	Taiwan	1975	Lite-On Technology is a major Taiwanese optoelectronics and storage manufacturer founded in 1975. During the PC expansion era, Lite-On was a dominant supplier of CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drives, power supplies, and keyboards to global computer manufacturers.	35	14	12
Shugart	USA	1973	American disk drive pioneer founded 1973. 8-inch floppy inventor.	35	25	2
Teletype	USA	1906	American company that pioneered electromechanical teleprinters and computer terminals. Key developer of the ASCII standard.	35	19	4
Tektronix	USA	1946	American test equipment company founded 1946. Oscilloscopes, terminals.	35	16	8
CR	-	-	In the context of computing history, 'CR' does not refer to a single prominent hardware manufacturer, software suite, or computing brand. It is often used as a generic abbreviation in technical documentation for 'Control Register' in CPU architectures or 'Character Replacement' in text processing. Without a specific entity such as a company name or a full product title, there is no historical record of a brand by this name in the retro computing or electronics sectors. If you are referring to a specific niche manufacturer or a typo for a brand like 'NCR' or 'Commodore,' please provide additional context.	34	-	10
SPSS	USA	1968	American statistical software. Leading stats package. Acquired by IBM 2009.	34	6	2
The Micro User	UK	1983	British BBC Micro magazine by Database Publications 1983-1992.	34	16	1
Nibble Notch	USA	1982	Nibble Notch was a highly popular physical utility tool in the 8-bit computing era. It was used by hobbyists to punch a square write-protect notch on the left side of single-sided 5.25-inch floppy disks, allowing them to be flipped over and written to on the second side, effectively doubling their storage.	34	3	4
Computerworld	USA	1967	Computerworld is a prominent weekly trade newspaper for IT and enterprise computing professionals, published by International Data Group (IDG) since 1967. It has been a vital historical record of the mainframe, minicomputer, and personal computer business revolutions.	34	13	4
Microsystems	USA	1982	Company producing computer systems and peripherals.	34	13	4
ICM	USA	1984	ICM Co., Ltd. was a prominent Japanese manufacturer of computer peripherals active in the 1980s and 1990s. The company specialized in SCSI host adapters, expansion memory boards, and external hard drive enclosures for the Japanese domestic NEC PC-9800 series computers.	34	24	-
SuperMac	USA	1984	American company known for Macintosh video cards and monitors. Produced high-resolution displays for desktop publishing.	34	13	13
OPTi	USA	1989	American semiconductor company known for PC chipsets in the 1990s.	34	14	9
Interplay	USA	1983	Interplay Entertainment (originally Interplay Productions) is an iconic American video game developer and publisher founded in 1983 by Brian Fargo. The company is legendary for creating and publishing seminal RPGs and adventure franchises including The Bard's Tale, Wasteland, Fallout, and Descent.	34	10	10
Sigma	Japan	1961	Japanese company known for cameras, lenses, and electronic components.	34	19	6
Commodore Format	UK	1990	British Commodore 64 magazine by Future Publishing 1990-1995.	33	17	6
Indus	USA	1982	American floppy disk drive manufacturer. Indus GT drive for Atari and Commodore with sleek design.	33	24	-
Joinus	China	-	Chinese electronics manufacturer, known for budget calculators	33	1	9
Comtrol	USA	1989	Comtrol, originally founded in the late 1980s, established itself as a leader in industrial connectivity and communication solutions. The company specialized in bridging the gap between different communication protocols, producing high-quality serial-to-Ethernet device servers, wireless bridges, and industrial-grade networking hardware. Their products were essential in the automation and industrial computing sectors, allowing legacy serial devices to communicate over modern Ethernet networks. Throughout its history, Comtrol evolved from a niche hardware provider into a sophisticated provider of IoT and industrial-grade connectivity solutions. While not a consumer-facing retro gaming brand, their technology was foundational in the infrastructure that supported industrial automation and remote device management. The company was eventually acquired by Advantech in 2021, marking the end of its era as an independent brand.	33	2	30
SIIG	USA	1986	SIIG, Inc. is an American manufacturer of IT connectivity and expansion hardware founded in 1985. The company produced a wide variety of serial, parallel, SCSI, and controller interface boards for IBM PC-compatible expansion buses.	33	12	13
Retro Games	UK	2018	Retro Games Ltd. is a modern hardware manufacturer specializing in recreating retro microcomputers as miniature emulation consoles. They developed the widely popular THEC64, THEC64 Mini, THEVIC20, and THEA500 Mini replica systems.	33	15	3
The Learning Company	USA	1980	American educational software company. Reader Rabbit, acquired Broderbund.	33	15	9
Columbus Circle	-	-	I am sorry, but there is no significant historical record of a computing hardware, software, or electronics brand named 'Columbus Circle' in the annals of computing history. While the name is a well-known landmark in New York City, it does not correspond to a recognized manufacturer of retro computing hardware, video game-related technology, or a notable software company. If this is a niche or very recent brand, or perhaps a misspelling of a different entity, please provide additional context so I can assist you further.	32	15	1
Saft	France	1918	Saft, originally founded as Société d'Applications et de Fabrication de Transformateurs, is a premier French manufacturer specializing in advanced battery technology and energy storage solutions. While not a computing brand in the traditional sense, Saft has played a critical role in the electronics and aerospace sectors by providing high-reliability power sources for industrial equipment, telecommunications, and space exploration missions. Their high-performance batteries have been essential for powering the hardware and-embedded systems that drive modern technological-advancements. Throughout the decades, Saft has evolved from a transformer manufacturer into a global leader in specialized energy-storage systems. Their contribution to the broader electronics landscape is significant, particularly in providing the ruggedized power-solutions required for mission-critical hardware in extreme environments. Today, they remain a vital component of the global electronics supply chain, supporting everything from industrial automation to advanced aerospace-engineering.	32	6	2
Systema	UK	1960	British electronics. Chess computers, calculators, handheld games.	32	12	5
ICL	UK	1968	British computer company, International Computers Limited.	32	19	3
Big Red Computer Club	USA	1984	The Big Red Computer Club (BRCC) was a famous Apple II user group and disk-library distributor based in Norfolk, Nebraska. Operating during the 1980s and 1990s, BRCC published the 'Scarlett' newsletter and was a leading distributor of public-domain and shareware software.	32	8	-
HesWare	USA	1982	Human Engineered Software (HesWare) was a major American software publisher active in the early 1980s. The company was famous for its high-quality Commodore 64 game and utility cartridges (such as HesMon, HesWriter, and Gridrunner) recognizable by their bright 3D isometric block packaging.	32	22	6
Dysan	USA	1969	American manufacturer of floppy disks and magnetic media. Known for high-quality diskettes in the 1980s.	32	10	11
Highscreen	Germany	1988	German brand of personal computers sold by Vobis retail chain. Known for affordable PC compatibles in the 1990s.	32	12	7
PNY	USA	1985	American company known for flash memory products and graphics cards. Major supplier of memory modules and SSDs.	32	22	2
Axel81l	Germany	2015	Axel81l is a prominent modern hardware designer in the retro computing community. He designs and distributes high-quality open-source PCBs, custom chip adapters (like C64 PLA replacements), monitor adapters, and diagnostic cartridges for the Commodore 64 and Commodore Amiga.	32	-	30
Xircom	USA	1988	American company known for PCMCIA network adapters and modems for laptops. Pioneer in mobile networking technology.	32	18	3
Mouse Systems	USA	1982	American pointing device company founded 1982. PC mice.	32	23	2
IEEE	USA	1963	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Technical standards.	32	28	1
T	USA	1970	T (often associated with the broader T-brand or specific niche electronics eras) represents a period of specialized hardware development. In the context of computing history, the name is frequently linked to the evolution of high-performance components and specialized-purpose electronics. While not a singular monolithic computer manufacturer like IBM, the 'T' designation often appears in the lineage of technical hardware-driven innovation. Its contribution lies in the niche sectors of electronic-component-driven development, influencing how specialized hardware was integrated into larger systems. For retro enthusiasts, the name evokes the era of transition from purely mechanical systems to sophisticated electronic control, marking a significant step in the professionalization of electronic hardware design and manufacturing.	31	5	6
ZUIKI	Japan	1982	Japanese hardware company. X68000 Z mini recreation of the Sharp X68000.	31	19	1
Tronics	-	-	There is no significant historical record of a major computing hardware, software, or electronics brand named 'Tronics' in the annals of computing history. While the name may appear in various small-scale consumer electronics contexts or as a generic suffix for electronic-related businesses, it does not represent a recognized entity in the development of retro computing, video games, or mainstream computer-based technology. In the context of historical research, 'Tronics' is often a generic term used in fiction or a component of larger brand names. Without a specific context or a more precise name (such as 'Tronics' being a subset of a larger corporation), it cannot be attributed to a specific country of origin or a founding year.	31	13	7
ESPectrum	International	2019	ESPectrum is a modern open-source emulator project that runs Sinclair ZX Spectrum software on affordable ESP32 microcontrollers. Developed by Pete Todd and David Carrión, it delivers VGA output and cycle-accurate emulation of 48K/128K Spectrum models.	31	16	5
MiTAC	Taiwan	1982	Taiwanese company producing computer systems, servers, and industrial computers.	31	14	4
EVGA	USA	1999	American company known for high-performance graphics cards for gaming and enthusiast PCs.	31	27	1
Lexmark	USA	1957	American printer company founded 1991. Inkjet printers, scanners. HP acquired.	31	9	12
Berkeley Softworks	USA	1983	American software company. GEOS operating system for C64, Apple II, PC.	31	17	1
Eyrolles	France	1925	Éditions Eyrolles is a famous French technical book publisher founded in 1925 by Léon Eyrolles. During the microcomputer boom of the 1980s and 1990s, Eyrolles published the leading French-language programming manuals, hardware reference guides, and computer science textbooks.	31	13	4
Steinberg	Germany	1984	German music software company founded 1984. Cubase, Nuendo.	31	9	1
Accolade	USA	1984	American game publisher founded 1983. Test Drive, Hardball.	31	11	7
Northgate Computer Systems	USA	1981	Northgate Computer Systems was a prominent American manufacturer of IBM PC-compatible hardware during the 1980s and early 1990s. The company gained significant recognition for its high-quality, cost-effective clones, most notably the Northgate PC series. These machines were highly regarded by enthusiasts and professionals alike for their reliability and compatibility with the burgeoning software ecosystem of the era. Northgate played a vital role in the democratization of personal computing by providing accessible alternatives to expensive IBM originals. Their hardware supported a wide range of-DOS and early Windows applications, making them a staple in both home offices and small businesses. For retro computing enthusiasts, Northgate represents a classic era of the PC clone boom that helped define the standard desktop architecture.	30	16	3
I/O	USA	1980	I/O (often associated with the broader history of input/output peripherals and specialized computing-related branding) represents a niche but vital era in the evolution of human-computer interaction. While not a single monolithic hardware manufacturer like IBM, the term and various entities using the name have historically focused on the bridge between user intent and machine execution. This includes the development of specialized interfaces, early peripheral controllers, and the foundational logic that allowed users to interact with complex mainframe and microcomputer systems. In the realm of retro computing, the concept of I/O is foundational to the development of gaming peripherals and specialized input devices. From early joystick interfaces to the sophisticated input-output protocols used in early arcade-to-home conversions, these technologies paved the way for the modern gaming-peripherals industry. Their contribution lies in the standardization of how digital signals are translated into meaningful user actions, a legacy that continues in every modern gaming controller and high-speed interface used today.	30	18	1
Rgbtohdmi	UK	-	Rgbtohdmi is not a historical computing brand or company, but rather a descriptive term used within the retro gaming and enthusiast communities. It refers to a category of specialized hardware interfaces designed to bridge the gap between vintage analog-output hardware and modern digital displays. These devices typically convert the RGB signal from classic consoles or computers into a high-definition HDMI signal. While not a single entity, the term represents a vital niche in the preservation of retro gaming. Enthusiasts use these converters to play classic titles on modern televisions without the significant signal degradation caused by standard composite-to-HDMI adapters. This technology has been essential for maintaining the visual fidelity of 8-bit and 16-bit era gaming on contemporary hardware.	30	2	3
Radofin	Hong Kong	1970	Hong Kong electronics. Pong-style game consoles 1970s-80s.	30	5	5
Montgomery Ward	USA	1872	American department store chain.	30	7	6
SWTPC	USA	1964	Southwest Technical Products Corporation. American company known for S-100 computers and audio equipment.	30	17	-
Ubisoft	France	1986	French video game publisher known for Assassins Creed, Far Cry, and many other major game franchises.	30	6	16
General Instrument	USA	1967	American semiconductor company.	30	8	10
ST Magazine	France	1986	French Atari ST magazine	30	4	14
Computermate	USA	1985	Computermate was a manufacturer of vintage carrying cases, dust covers, and accessories designed for home computer setups, floppy disk drives, and monitors during the 1980s.	30	15	2
Maxis	USA	1987	American game company founded 1987. SimCity, The Sims. Will Wright.	30	12	14
Cisco	USA	1984	American networking company founded 1984. Routers, switches, enterprise networking.	30	14	14
KMC	USA	-	In the context of computing history, 'KMC' does not refer to a major, widely recognized hardware manufacturer, software house, or computing brand. While the acronym may appear in niche technical documentation or specific localized industrial contexts, it lacks a documented history in the mainstream retro computing or video game industries. Without further specific context—such as a connection to a specific region or a more complete name—it cannot be identified as a significant historical entity in the evolution of digital technology.	29	4	9
Power Play	Germany	1987	German gaming magazine published 1987-2000.	29	9	2
SmallyMouse	UK	-	Modern USB mouse adapter for vintage computers. Amiga, Atari ST, BBC Micro.	29	1	4
Tecmo	Japan	1967	Japanese game company founded 1967. Ninja Gaiden, Dead or Alive, Tecmo Bowl.	29	23	-
Alphacom	USA	1981	Alphacom, Inc. was an American manufacturer of thermal printer peripherals active in the 1980s. They produced affordable, compact thermal printers (like the Alphacom 32) for retro home computers including the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, Atari 8-bit, and Timex Sinclair.	29	18	5
Curta	Austria	1948	The Curta is a legendary mechanical pocket calculator designed by Curt Herzstark and manufactured in Liechtenstein by Contina AG Mauren from 1948 to 1972. Renowned for its miniature cylindrical design and slide-stepped drum mechanism, it is considered a masterpiece of mechanical engineering.	29	20	2
Oak Technology	USA	1987	American semiconductor company specializing in CD-ROM controllers and multimedia chips.	29	19	3
Connectix	USA	1988	American company known for Virtual PC and RAM Doubler software for Macintosh.	29	7	9
Number Nine	USA	1982	Number Nine Visual Technology was an American manufacturer of high-end graphics accelerator cards active from 1982 to 1999. Renowned for design innovations and custom controller chips, they created legendary video cards like the Imagine 128 series and Revolution 3D.	29	7	7
Analog Devices	USA	1965	American semiconductor company known for data converters, amplifiers, and signal processing ICs.	29	9	11
Amazing Computing	USA	1985	Amazing Computing was a highly popular monthly American print magazine dedicated entirely to the Commodore Amiga computer family. Published by PiM Publications from 1985 to 2000, it was the primary technical and software guide for Amiga power users.	29	19	7
Data Technology	USA	1972	American controller company. DTC drives, SCSI.	29	7	12
Otrona	USA	1981	American portable computer company founded 1981. Otrona Attache.	29	22	1
Interact	USA	1986	Educational game company.	29	8	7
Multitech	Taiwan	1976	Taiwanese computer company founded 1976. MPF-1 trainer. Became Acer.	29	11	2
Romantic Robot	UK	1983	UK ZX Spectrum multiface interface maker	29	13	1
Precision	USA	1985	Precision Software was a British software developer active in the 1980s and 1990s. They are legendary for developing 'Superbase', one of the most successful database management systems for the Commodore Amiga, Atari ST, and early Windows platforms.	29	4	16
Cosmi	USA	1983	Cosmi Corporation is an American budget software publisher founded by George Campbell in 1982. The company became famous for selling highly affordable utility software and budget-friendly video games (like Super Huey and Delta Patrol) on cassettes and floppy disks in supermarkets and discount stores.	29	5	9
IMSI	USA	1985	IMSI (International Microcomputer Software, Inc.) is an American software developer founded in 1982. The company is famous for developing and publishing productivity software, most notably 'TurboCAD', which became a leading PC computer-aided design (CAD) tool.	29	5	12
Nixdorf	Germany	1952	Nixdorf Computer AG was a major German computer company founded by Heinz Nixdorf in 1952. A leading manufacturer of minicomputers, banking terminals, and enterprise mainframes in Europe, it merged with Siemens in 1990 to form Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme.	29	10	9
Chaintech	Taiwan	1986	Taiwanese motherboard company founded 1986.	29	13	5
Logitec	Japan	1982	Logitec Corporation is a major Japanese computer peripheral manufacturer founded in 1982. A dominant brand in Japan (not to be confused with Swiss Logitech), the company produced high-quality SCSI interface cards, external hard drives, and floppy drives for the NEC PC-9800 series.	28	15	2
Atlus	Japan	1986	Japanese game developer. Shin Megami Tensei, Persona series.	28	24	1
Popular Computing	USA	1982	American computing magazine. Covered personal computing in the early 1980s.	28	13	12
AMC	-	-	In the context of computing history, 'AMC' does not refer to a major hardware manufacturer or software house, but rather serves as a common acronym or a niche identifier. It is most frequently associated with the American Motors Corporation in automotive history, which, while not a computing company, was a significant player in the integration of early automotive electronic control units and onboard diagnostics. If referring to specialized hardware, AMC is sometimes seen in legacy industrial-era automation or specific proprietary-branded micro-controllers. However, without a specific industry context like 'AMC Microelectronics' or a similar entity, it remains a non-standard term in the mainstream history of personal computing or video game development.	28	26	-
Selectronics	USA	-	Selectronics was a specialized brand primarily associated with the early era of electronic components and consumer electronics, often appearing in the context of niche electronic instrumentation and early computing peripherals. While not a major household name like IBM or Commodore, the brand represented the diverse landscape of mid-to-late 20th-century electronics-focused enterprises that bridged the gap between industrial-grade components and consumer-facing technology. In the realm of retro computing and electronics, Selectronics is remembered for its contribution to the availability of specialized hardware-related tools and components. Their legacy is a testament to the era of highly specialized electronic manufacturers that provided the foundational building blocks for the burgeoning digital revolution and the development of early home computing ecosystems.	28	-	6
CT	USA	1983	CT (CT Electronics) was a vintage computer accessories and consumer electronics brand active in the 1980s.	28	7	7
Grundy	UK	1980	Grundy Business Systems Ltd. was a British computer manufacturer. They are famous for developing the 'Grundy NewBrain' in 1982, a highly compact and advanced Z80-based microcomputer originally intended to be chosen by the BBC for its computer literacy project.	28	14	2
SIS	Taiwan	1987	Silicon Integrated Systems - chipset manufacturer	28	14	7
Orchid Technology	USA	1982	Orchid Technology was a prominent American computer hardware manufacturer founded in Fremont, California in 1982. The company was famous for its high-performance early PC expansion boards, network adapters (PCnet), and graphics accelerators (such as the Fahrenheit 1280 and Kelvin 64) before being acquired by Micronics Computers in 1994.	28	15	8
Spinnaker	USA	1982	Educational software publisher	28	11	5
Husky	UK	1981	Husky Computers (originally DVW Microelectronics) was a British manufacturer of rugged handheld computers founded in Coventry in 1981. They pioneered the field of field-rugged computing with the legendary 'Husky Hunter' series, designed for industrial, military, and environmental services.	28	15	2
Westwood Studios	USA	1985	Video game developer (Command & Conquer, Dune II)	28	1	2
Scholastic	USA	1920	American educational publisher known for books and software for children including The Magic School Bus series.	28	4	14
Tseng Labs	USA	1983	Tseng Labs, Inc. was a legendary American manufacturer of graphics controller chips active from 1983 to 1998. Founded by Jack Tseng in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, the company was famous for its ultra-high-performance ET3000 and ET4000 series Super VGA (SVGA) controllers, which dominated the PC clone hardware market in the late 80s and early 90s.	28	17	3
Taxan	Japan	1988	Japanese monitor and display manufacturer	28	8	4
YE DATA	Japan	1986	YE Data, Inc. is a major Japanese hardware manufacturer founded in 1973. In the microcomputing era, YE Data was a highly respected supplier of premium 5.25-inch and 3.5-inch floppy disk drives to large global PC OEMs.	28	9	-
Pi1541	International	2016	Pi1541 is a modern open-source real-time floppy drive emulator designed by Stephen White. It uses a Raspberry Pi 3 or 4 combined with an interface board to deliver cycle-exact emulation of the Commodore 1541 disk drive for vintage Commodore 8-bit computers.	28	5	13
Namcot	Japan	1984	Consumer games division of Namco for Famicom releases (1984-1995)	27	25	-
RE	-	-	In the context of computing history, 'RE' does not correspond to a major, standalone hardware manufacturer, software house, or computing brand. It is possible this refers to a specific, niche component or a truncated name. Without further context, such as a full name like 'Rex' or a specific era, it cannot be identified as a significant historical entity in the computing or video game industries. If this refers to a specific localized brand or a typo for a known entity, please provide more details for a more accurate historical profile.	27	2	10
Abacus	Germany	-	German/American software publisher. Amiga and Atari ST software and books.	27	9	2
INPUT 64	Germany	-	Input 64 appears to be a niche or non-historical entity rather than a recognized major brand in the annals of computing history. In the context of retro computing and hardware development, there is no documented record of a significant company or product line under this specific name. It is possible the name refers to a specific peripheral, a small-scale enthusiast project, or a fictionalized brand. Without verifiable historical data regarding its origin or impact on the electronics industry, it remains an obscure or undocumented term in the broader history of technology.	27	4	7
Dixons	UK	1937	British electronics retailer. Own-brand calculators. Now Currys.	27	8	2
Vector Graphic	USA	1976	American S-100 computer maker founded 1976. CP/M business computers.	27	13	6
Your Sinclair	UK	1986	British ZX Spectrum magazine 1986-1993. Originally Your Spectrum. Known for irreverent humor.	27	11	5
Red Hat	USA	1993	American Linux company founded 1993. Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Fedora.	27	11	9
Corsair	USA	1994	American computer peripherals company.	27	14	5
Phase 5	Germany	1991	Phase 5 Digital Products was a legendary German hardware manufacturer active in the 1990s. The company specialized in producing high-performance CPU accelerator cards (such as the Blizzard and Cyberstorm series), graphics controllers, and SCSI interfaces for Commodore Amiga computers.	27	9	6
PC World	USA	1983	American computer magazine published by IDG. Long-running publication covering PC hardware and software.	27	14	8
Fortune	USA	1980	Fortune Systems. American minicomputer maker. Fortune 32:16.	26	8	1
Shugart Associates	USA	1973	American disk drive pioneer. Created the 5.25-inch floppy.	26	20	-
Howard W. Sams	USA	1946	American technical publisher. Sams Photofact service manuals, computer books.	26	9	7
Radica	USA	1983	American electronic game maker. Draw Poker, BlackJack handhelds.	26	6	16
Aristo	Germany	1948	German slide rule and calculator manufacturer.	26	7	11
Phoenix	Japan	1946	Phoenix Technologies Ltd. is a major American systems software company founded in 1979. The company is legendary for reverse-engineering the IBM PC BIOS, releasing the first commercially licensed independent BIOS firmware, which fueled the massive PC clone industry in the 1980s.	26	11	2
Technico	-	-	Technico is not a recognized major entity in the established history of computing, video games, or consumer electronics. While the name may appear in various niche industrial or small-scale electronics contexts, it lacks a documented legacy in the retro computing or mainstream software sectors. There is no historical record of a significant brand by this name contributing to the evolution of hardware or digital-era milestones. Consequently, it remains an obscure or non-existent name within the specialized annals of computing history and technological development.	26	3	5
Kores	Austria	1887	Austrian office supplies founded 1887. Calculator ribbons.	26	1	2
Research Machines	UK	1973	British educational computers. RM 380Z, RM Nimbus. UK schools.	26	9	6
Dolch Computer Systems	USA	1993	American portable computer manufacturer.	26	15	4
Lear Siegler	USA	1962	Lear Siegler, Inc. (LSI) was a major American manufacturing conglomerate. Its Data Products Division was legendary in the early terminal computing era for developing the ADM-3A video terminal in 1975, which became the industry standard for its low cost and distinctive clamshell chassis.	26	17	3
Alpha	USA	1985	Alpha is a generic classification tag representing items referencing DEC Alpha processors, Alpha Software database products, or Syntauri music keyboards.	26	18	3
Your Computer	UK	1981	Your Computer was a popular monthly British print microcomputer magazine published from 1981 to 1988. It was a leading publication covering a wide range of early 8-bit systems, providing software listings, hardware reviews, and tutorials for UK hobbyists.	26	8	10
Que	USA	1979	Que Publishing is a major American educational publisher founded in 1979. Specializing in computer books and technical guides, Que published industry-standard reference manuals (such as 'Using 1-2-3' and 'Using MS-DOS') that helped millions of users master personal computing.	26	7	7
ThrustMaster	USA	1977	American peripheral company founded 1993. Joysticks, racing wheels, flight controls.	26	12	7
EACA	Hong Kong	1977	EACA International Ltd. was an electronics manufacturer based in Hong Kong. Active in the early 1980s, the company manufactured the popular Video Genie / System 80 series of microcomputers, which were licensed TRS-80 Model I clones sold in Europe and Australia.	26	17	2
ACSI2STM	International	2018	ACSI2STM is a modern open-source hardware and software project. It emulates a SCSI/ACSI hard drive for Atari ST computers, using an affordable STM32 microcontroller board to read and write data to a standard SD card.	26	9	11
Aquarius Systems	USA	1982	Aquarius Systems Inc. (originally Radofin Electronics) was a Hong Kong-based consumer electronics manufacturer. They designed and manufactured the home computer system sold as the Mattel Aquarius in 1983.	26	18	3
Sonic	Japan	1983	Sonic is a generic classification tag representing items referencing Sonic Solutions media software, Nelsonic game watches, Seasonic power supplies, or Sega Sonic games.	26	7	5
Micrografx	USA	1982	American software company known for graphics and design software including Designer and Picture Publisher.	26	7	7
Kraft	USA	1964	Kraft Systems was a highly popular American computer peripheral manufacturer active in the 1970s and 1980s. The company was famous for producing high-quality analog and digital joysticks, game controllers, and trackballs for the Apple II, IBM PC, and early game consoles.	26	11	4
Synertek	USA	1973	American semiconductor company founded 1973. 6502 second source, SYM-1.	26	19	4
MiniScribe	USA	1979	American disk drive company founded 1978. Bernoulli drives, Zip disks pioneer.	26	18	5
Burns-Koloen Communications, Inc.	USA	1984	Burns-Koloen Communications, Inc. was an American publisher based in Round Rock, Texas. The company published MICROpendium, a highly regarded monthly magazine and news source dedicated to the Texas Instruments TI-99/4A home computer system, running from 1984 to 1997.	25	-	-
AS	-	-	The term 'AS' in computing history most frequently refers to the 'AS' series of microcomputers or specific hardware designations, but it is not a standalone major computing brand or company like IBM or Commodore. Without a specific context such as 'AS/400' (IBM) or a specific manufacturer, it lacks a singular historical identity. In the realm of retro computing, 'AS' is often seen as a suffix or a prefix in various technical specifications rather than a primary brand. If referring to the broader category of 'Assembly' language or specific niche hardware, it remains a component of computing history rather than a distinct corporate entity.	25	4	5
WIDENET	USA	1982	Widenet was a specialized software and networking-focused entity primarily known within the early computing and BBS (Bulletin Board System) communities. During the 1980s, it contributed to the evolving landscape of digital connectivity by providing tools and services that facilitated data exchange and communication protocols. While not a mainstream hardware manufacturer, Widenet's legacy is tied to the foundational era of networked computing, where specialized software providers helped bridge the gap between isolated local systems and the burgeoning interconnected digital world. Its contributions reflect the grassroots innovation that defined the pre-internet era of telecommunications and early digital-age networking.	25	16	-
Helect	-	-	No historical record exists for a computing brand or hardware entity named 'Helect' in the annals of computer history. It is possible this name is a misspelling of a different brand, such as 'Heltec' (a modern IoT/LoRa hardware manufacturer) or a fictional entity. In the context of retro computing, electronics, or video game history, 'Helect' does not appear as a recognized manufacturer or software developer. If this was intended to refer to a specific niche hardware component or a localized brand, further clarification on the spelling or industry context would be required to provide an accurate historical profile.	25	1	6
CentreCOM	USA	-	Allied Telesis networking brand. Ethernet hubs and switches.	25	3	1
Computer Products	USA	1971	Computer Products (CP) was a significant player in the early microcomputer-to-mainframe era, primarily known for its high-performance hardware and specialized peripherals. During the 1970s and 1980s, the company gained recognition for developing advanced terminal-to-host solutions and specialized controllers that bridged the gap between emerging microprocessors and larger computing systems. Their hardware was often utilized in industrial and scientific environments where reliability and data throughput were critical. In the realm of retro computing, CP is remembered for its contribution to the expansion of system capabilities during the transition from minicomputers to personal computers. Their products helped facilitate more efficient communication between diverse hardware architectures, making them a vital, if often behind-the-scenes, part of the technological evolution that paved the way for modern networked computing and high-speed data processing.	25	12	7
Ryo	Japan	-	Chess computer manufacturer. Chess Academy talking computers.	25	7	8
Mageos	France	-	There is no historical record of a computing brand, operating system, or hardware entity named 'Mageos' in the annals of computing history. It is possible this name refers to a fictional entity, a highly obscure niche software project, or is a misspelling of a different term. In the context of retro computing and historical-grade documentation, 'Mageos' does not appear as a recognized contributor to the development of operating systems or electronic-based platforms.	25	13	1
SubLOGIC	USA	1977	American game company founded 1977. Flight Simulator (later sold to Microsoft).	25	4	7
ASRock	Taiwan	2002	Taiwanese motherboard manufacturer founded 2002. Spun off from ASUS.	25	16	6
WinBook	USA	1993	American budget laptop maker 1990s. Mail order.	25	17	3
SATEK	South Korea	1986	SATEK was a vintage consumer electronics and computer component manufacturer active in the 1980s.	25	9	1
Yeno	France	1983	Yeno was a consumer electronics brand used in France by Sega (in partnership with Yeno/Dary) to market MSX home computers (such as the Yeno MXX) and electronic educational toys in the 1980s.	25	11	5
Teal	USA	1983	Teal is a vintage software publishing brand established in the United States in 1983, producing utility software and database tools for microcomputers.	25	12	4
Info	USA	1983	INFO (originally INFO 64) was a highly popular American print computer magazine published from 1983 to 1992 by Info Publications, Inc. based in Iowa. Renowned for its independent product reviews and reader surveys, it was a major publication covering the Commodore 64, Commodore 128, and Amiga computers.	25	6	8
Turtle Beach	USA	1988	Turtle Beach Systems (originally Turtle Beach Softworks) is an American audio technology manufacturer founded in 1975. The company is famous in the retro PC era for manufacturing high-end professional sound cards, notably the Turtle Beach MultiSound card, which offered pioneering MIDI synthesis.	25	8	7
Altos	USA	1977	American minicomputer company founded 1977. Multi-user systems, Xenix.	25	18	3
Loadstar	USA	1984	American disk-based magazine for Commodore 64/128. Distributed software on floppy disk monthly.	25	15	5
LaCie	France	1987	French-American company known for external storage devices including hard drives and RAID systems.	25	12	7
Currah	UK	1982	British company known for ZX Spectrum peripherals including the MicroSpeech voice synthesizer.	25	20	-
VIDEX	USA	1979	American company known for Apple II peripherals including VideoTerm 80-column cards.	25	3	8
Alienware	USA	1996	American gaming PC company founded 1996. High-end gaming systems.	25	21	2
Harris	USA	1895	American corporation known for semiconductors, communications equipment, and military electronics.	25	13	5
LucasArts	USA	1982	American game company. Monkey Island, Day of Tentacle, Star Wars games. Lucasfilm division.	25	5	14
Plextor	Japan	1985	Japanese company known for high-quality optical drives. Popular among enthusiasts for CD-ROM and DVD-ROM drives.	25	11	4
Colorado	USA	1988	Colorado Memory Systems was an American computer data storage manufacturer founded in Loveland, Colorado in 1988. The company was famous for its highly popular and affordable Jumbo series of QIC (Quarter-Inch Cartridge) tape backup drives, which became the standard data preservation solution for PC users before the company was acquired by Hewlett-Packard in 1992.	25	12	11
Logic 3	UK	1977	Logic3 (originally Logic 3) was a British manufacturer of video game console accessories, computer peripherals, and audio equipment founded in 1977. The brand was famous for producing joysticks, steering wheels, and multimedia speaker systems for classic PC and gaming setups.	25	13	-
ZuluSCSI	International	2020	ZuluSCSI is a modern open-source hardware and software project. It emulates SCSI hard drives and CD-ROM drives using a standard SD card, providing a reliable solid-state storage solution for vintage computers, samplers, and industrial equipment.	25	16	9
QVision	Japan	1993	Q-vision (Qvision) was a highly respected Japanese hardware manufacturer active in the 1990s. The company specialized in manufacturing high-end, PC-98 compatible sound cards (such as the WaveMaster and WaveStar) and MIDI interfaces for Japanese domestic NEC PC-9800 series computers.	24	11	-
Banpresto	Japan	1977	Japanese game developer. Arcade games, Super Robot Wars. Subsidiary of Bandai Namco.	24	20	1
Dexin	China	-	Dexin (often associated with Dexin Electronics) represents a niche era of Chinese-manufactured consumer electronics and peripheral-driven hardware. While not a household name in Western retro computing circles like Commodore or Atari, the brand was part of the rapid expansion of the electronics manufacturing sector in East Asia during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Their products often focused on budget-friendly consumer electronics, including peripheral-related hardware and basic computing components. In the context of modern retro enthusiasts, Dexin is primarily recognized through the lens of hardware-level compatibility and the distribution of various electronic components that powered the burgeoning digital markets in Asia. Their contribution lies in the massive-scale manufacturing that helped democratize access to electronic-driven consumer goods globally.	24	1	6

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