Okay, guys, so I’ve been seeing a lot of buzz around this thing called the “WristMac” lately. It’s not an Apple product, but it was a programmable wristwatch that could connect to a Macintosh computer. It could even store phone numbers! It was developed way back in 1988. Sounds a little bit old school, right? But apparently, a brand new, never-worn WristMac, still in its original box, was supposed to go up for auction. I heard it’s expected to fetch between 25 grand and 50 grand!
My Journey Started With Curiosity
First, I found some articles talking about the Apple Watch, and how it’s a game-changer. I mean, it’s easy to use, it’s fun, and it actually makes my life better. Then I stumbled upon this WristMac auction thing. It got me thinking, “What was the smartwatch world like before the Apple Watch?” So, I decided to dive in.
Digging into the Past
My initial step was to search for more info on the WristMac. I read that it was made by Seiko, not Apple. But it was still a big deal back in the day because you could actually program it and connect it to your Mac. I spent a few hours just reading old forum posts and articles about it.
Trying to Find One (and Failing)
Then, I got this crazy idea: “What if I could actually get my hands on one of these things?” I started scouring online marketplaces, I checked out some collector forums. I even reached out to a few vintage tech enthusiasts. No luck. These things are rarer than a unicorn.
The Auction
So, I couldn’t find one to buy, but I was super curious about this auction. I tracked down the auction house’s website. I followed the listing for a few days, watching the bids climb. It was insane! People were really willing to shell out some serious cash for a piece of tech history. But finally, it sold at a big price!
Reflection
Even though I couldn’t buy a WristMac myself, the whole experience was pretty cool. It made me appreciate how far we’ve come in terms of wearable technology. I mean, the Apple Watch is amazing, right? But it’s cool to look back and see where it all started. The WristMac might be old news, but it’s a part of the smartwatch story, and I’m glad I learned about it. It also made me think, “What will people be collecting in 30 years?” Maybe our current Apple Watches will be worth a fortune someday! It’s wild to think about.
Anyway, that’s my little adventure into the world of the WristMac. Hope you guys found it as interesting as I did!
