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Atari is bringing back one of its earliest 8-bit home computers

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Atari is launching the 800XL, a recreation of the 1983 all-in-one 8-bit personal computer, in partnership with Plaion. The device features a built-in mechanical keyboard for coding Atari BASIC and is available for preorder at $219.99 with shipping starting in April 2027. This marks the brand's return to its early PC era after reviving consoles like the 2600 and Intellivision.

Key points

• The 800XL is a faithful recreation of the 1983 all-in-one 8-bit personal computer, featuring a built-in mechanical keyboard for coding Atari BASIC.
• The device is available for preorder at $219.99 with shipping expected to begin in April 2027.

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Preorder availability and shipping dates are subject to change; specific technical specifications and historical accuracy of the recreation are not fully detailed in the source.

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