Commodore 65 – Laptop Design – 65-LT by Rocky Bergen

It is a laptop-like version of the Commodore 65, which can be imagined using modern technology such as Raspberry Pi or MiSTer Board.

I was approached by a company back in 2010 to help develop a portable computer in the spirit of the Commodore 65.

The 65-LT Laptop Design is a conceptual project created by Rocky Bergen that reimagines the Commodore 65 as a portable laptop. Originally developed in 2010 as part of a collaboration, Bergen revisited the design over a decade later, using modern 3D modeling techniques to refine it.

Here are some key features of the design:

• Commodore 64C Era Aesthetics: The laptop draws inspiration from the design sensibilities of the Commodore 64C era, blending retro charm with a sleek, portable form.
• Keyboard Layout: The keyboard is a hybrid of various Commodore keyboards, including those from their PC laptop ventures, designed to balance legacy and functionality.
• Modern Portability: Although the ports shown may be slightly outdated, the laptop’s concept showcases a compact and functional design that could integrate modern technologies like Raspberry Pi or MiSTer boards to recreate an authentic Commodore experience.
• Injection Molding Vision: While the plastic injection molding required for production is expensive, Bergen expresses interest in further developing this concept as a fully portable, modern Commodore machine.

The 65-LT Laptop Design serves as a tribute to the legacy of Commodore computers, blending nostalgia with innovation.