These Technological Relics Will Have You Nostalgic About Your Time In The Classroom – SlashGear

The iMac G3 was a marvel for its time. The decidedly compact all-in-one computer was released in 1998, boasting a rainbow of bright color options to make the lineup both technologically advanced and eye-catching. The computer itself packed a bulky CRT display into the machine, alongside all of the other crucial components, and delivered a stylish and somewhat portable (for the time) device.

In addition to the mesmerizing external housing, the keyboard and mouse were connected via USB ports — ahead of the curve for the time. These computers were often found in late ’90s and early ’00s classrooms; the small-ish footprint made them a good option around school campuses, and the bright color selection was a hit with young students who only saw the corporate grey and cream computers used by parents and other adults.

In addition to the iMac, the eMate 300 was a classroom-specific “laptop” that turned out to be a short-lived (but valuable) teaching tool. The eMate 300 ran Newton OS 2.1, and was introduced to the market in 1997 — only to be discontinued less than a year later, shortly before the announcement of the iMac G3.

It served as an inexpensive typing option for students: the keyboard was built into the device and it measured around 15% smaller than standard, making it perfect for the small fingers of a young learner.