Show HN: EndBOX – A toy-like retro computer for EndBASIC
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EndBASIC has been featured a few times here before (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=31651881, https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=37495166), but today I want to show you something different that I've been working on for the past 6 months: the EndBOX.
The idea is to create a toy-like device that:
* boots fast into EndBASIC,
* feels playful and hackable,
* and is focused purely in experiencing (graphical / game) programming in simple terms.
Just you and a BASIC command line---with some DOS touches.
You'll find pictures and full details in the announcement blog post (https://www.endbasic.dev/2025/06/unveiling-the-endbox.html). And if you're at BSDCan next week, come to my talk that dives into the OS---or find me for a live demo!
Right now, I'm trying to figure out if there's enough interest to turn this into a real product: kits, prebuilt devices, maybe even a small production run. It feels kinda crazy to pursue that, but also very exciting to make it real for others.
So, here is where you come in:
* What would you want from a device like this?
* Is this something you'd ever use or gift?
* What would make it even better or interesting?
Thanks for checking it out!