Turning an iPad Pro into the Ultimate Classic Macintosh
6 days ago
- #iPad Pro
- #Classic Macintosh
- #Emulators
- The author discusses turning an iPad Pro into the ultimate Classic Macintosh using emulators.
- Two Macintosh emulators available on iOS are Mini vMac and BasiliskII, both ported by @maczydeco.
- Mini vMac supports System 1.1 to 7.5.5 with limited RAM and CPU emulation, and has an odd interface using Control key shortcuts.
- BasiliskII supports System 7.0 to 8.1 with advanced RAM and CPU emulation, dynamic screen resolutions, and a native iOS interface.
- File sharing is easier in BasiliskII as it has a mapped folder, unlike Mini vMac which requires extra steps.
- The iPad Pro's screen resolution can be adjusted to match classic Macintosh resolutions, enhancing usability.
- Custom keyboards were created for quick access to tools in artWORKS and UltraPaint, using JSON layouts.
- The iPad Pro offers portability, reliability, and a superior display compared to a real Macintosh.
- Apple Pencil provides a similar experience to Wacom ArtPad II but with direct screen drawing.
- iOS features like Safari, Files, and Bluetooth keyboards enhance the classic Macintosh experience on iPad.
- This setup combines the best of old and new worlds, making it the ultimate Classic Macintosh.