+stupus Posted November 14, 2019 Share Posted November 14, 2019 He has stated many times that its an issue with time for him and that he will be doing them when he can. He ran into issues i believe with the level of saturation on the screens and it made the project more complicated having to deal wuth that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SavageMind Posted November 14, 2019 Share Posted November 14, 2019 I've followed this thread for a while now. I've read every update. Since he is the person who started the thread, and got everyone's hopes up, I would hope that he would give at least semi-regular updates on progress. In May he said it was getting to the top of history list. His next post said nothing meaningful for the project. Prior to his May post he was working out some bugs with the manufacturer. Even if it's the project is one hold for the next 3 month or such just to let the people who wish to support the project know something. Otherwise, dont say your going to make something to release to the public, ask for feedback and then dont give updates. It's a courtesy to your followers thing not a demand for a product thing. Thanks but unless your running the project for him, I'll take his updates as gospel. Have a nice day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+stupus Posted November 14, 2019 Share Posted November 14, 2019 Ok, but he took no money so he will do it as he is able. He owes us nothing for trying to make these. Asking over and over has no point other than maybe taking more of his time. If these happen great. I would wish nothing more than him saying they are done and will start shipping tomorrow. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+5-11under Posted November 15, 2019 Author Share Posted November 15, 2019 project is hibernating. 1 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+stupus Posted November 15, 2019 Share Posted November 15, 2019 1 hour ago, 5-11under said: project is hibernating. There is your gospel from the project runner! Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainBreakout Posted November 15, 2019 Share Posted November 15, 2019 4 hours ago, 5-11under said: project is hibernating. Good to know. We'll see springtime for Microvision, someday hopefully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SavageMind Posted November 15, 2019 Share Posted November 15, 2019 15 hours ago, 5-11under said: project is hibernating. Thank you. That helps with expectation management and let us know your still around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cryoman Posted November 17, 2019 Share Posted November 17, 2019 I’m sure I’m late to the party, but is it possible to still get in on acquiring a screen for my MicroVision? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunako Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 When this project comes out of hibernation Put me down for one. I just found my Microvision and the screen is dead. It would be great to play it again. Thanks for doing this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cryoman Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Please put me down for 2 screens. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoras Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 Keeping it alive!! I want my Microvision!! I hope the passion for this project continues. Such a great idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relicgamer Posted February 10, 2020 Share Posted February 10, 2020 (edited) Are this still available to order? If so I would like 2. Any updatw would be nice. I'm in no rush mine still works great but you never know. And the pictures you have posted look great Edited February 10, 2020 by Relicgamer Wanted to add more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polyex Posted February 21, 2020 Share Posted February 21, 2020 (edited) I hope no one bought a Microvision on ebay or wherever thinking they could get a replacement screen from this April fools joke of a thread! Edited February 21, 2020 by polyex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+5-11under Posted March 8, 2020 Author Share Posted March 8, 2020 Sorry dude... Will continue when I have some money and time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigO Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 On 2/21/2020 at 2:47 AM, polyex said: I hope no one bought a Microvision on ebay or wherever thinking they could get a replacement screen from this April fools joke of a thread! Meh. Stuff happens in life. I understand if somebody experiences some disappointment about this not moving ahead. But no money taken, no promises broken. There are other ways to skin this cat. If you happen to be sitting on a pile of spare money, you might be able to ease the pain of making it happen. I know I'd appreciate being able to revive a couple of dead units I own. I'm undecided as to whether a sudden increase in the number of working units would damage the value of my working units, or raise enough interest in the Microvision to increase the demand thereby increasing the value of all of my units. The ones with the new screen might even end up being worth more than the ones with the original, functioning displays. Then again, I don't buy this stuff as an investment, so I guess it doesn't matter. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thevnaguy Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Glenn from Glenn's Retro Show is wanting to try to make one happen, he is needing specs for the screen. Maybe collaborate with him and his resources? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickle241 Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 would it be possible to buy one of the not quite perfect prototype units or at least get the specs, that info is impossible to find where ive looked so far. if they preform like the demo picture shows i wouldn't think it as an issue even if it needs an extra resistor or two to work since i barely noticed the shadow even after it was pointed out, ive seen worse on completely functional LCD's of the era, gameboy and things like that 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thevnaguy Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 40 minutes ago, nickle241 said: would it be possible to buy one of the not quite perfect prototype units or at least get the specs, that info is impossible to find where ive looked so far. if they preform like the demo picture shows i wouldn't think it as an issue even if it needs an extra resistor or two to work since i barely noticed the shadow even after it was pointed out, ive seen worse on completely functional LCD's of the era, gameboy and things like that Glen has resources that can help get this done, just need the specs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
INTV_1980 Posted March 26, 2020 Share Posted March 26, 2020 Hello, I would like to pre-order one screen. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigO Posted March 31, 2020 Share Posted March 31, 2020 On 3/24/2020 at 12:16 PM, thevnaguy said: Glen has resources that can help get this done, just need the specs. Does Glen have access to a Microvision LCD? I imagine that's where 5-11 started. It seems unlikely that there is a set of published specifications from back in the day that anyone could work from. Not that 5-11 couldn't share what he's learned through his original research, but I don't feel like he has any real obligation to do so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+5-11under Posted March 31, 2020 Author Share Posted March 31, 2020 Hi all, here's an update on what's happening (or not happening)... Here's the steps I need to follow: 1. Make contact again with the company I've been dealing with 2. Send them a Microvision so they can evaluate, and optimize the screen for 3. Wait for them to evaluate and optimize (possibly additional steps if they need to send me more samples) 4. Send them money 5. Wait for product 6. Test product 7. Sell product What I'm going to do, so this doesn't drag on forever, without closure, is to set a deadline. It's not a hard and fast deadline, because although this project is important and good, it will never be anywhere near my first priority in life, especially these days. The deadline also doesn't cover all the steps, either (for instance to get to step #7 by a certain fixed date), because many of the steps are outside of my control, and could easily vary greatly. The deadline I will hold to is to make sure to do anything required by me within one week. For instance, if all goes well in my world, I will contact the company before April 7 (although hopefully within a day or two). If they have questions for me, same thing: I will answer within a week (hopefully a lot less). Ditto for sending them money, testing product, etc. When the time comes for me to send them money, I'll evaluate my current situation, and we'll see if I need any support for that. I really prefer not to accept money too far in advance, because we all know how that often turns out, and I don't need that stress for myself, either. In all this, I'll also do my best to keep you posted on the status. Current status: I need to do step #1. Cheers, and I hope this post finds you all well and safe. 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari Nut Posted April 1, 2020 Share Posted April 1, 2020 Thank you for the update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adventurevision Posted April 1, 2020 Share Posted April 1, 2020 Yes, thank you! And JFYI, some of us will be here ready to buy no matter how long it takes. ;-) Be safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joefitz Posted April 1, 2020 Share Posted April 1, 2020 April fools! I hope not. I’m fired up to get my microvisions working again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celblazer Posted April 1, 2020 Share Posted April 1, 2020 Thanks for the Update Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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