An E-Ink smartphone like the Mudita Kompakt may not be for everyone, and the same can be said for Evertop, a portable, open-source project that emulates an IBM PC XT with an 80186 processor and 1MB RAM, capable of running 1980s operating systems like DOS, Minix, and even Windows up to version 3.0.
Unlike a tablet’s power-hungry LCD or OLED screen, the Evertop’s 5.83″ E-Ink (648 x 480) display uses very little energy and is super easy to read in sunlight, mimicking the look of real paper. This makes it perfect for long-use sessions without needing a recharge, something tablets can’t do. With two 10,000mAh batteries and a solar panel, the Evertop can last for hundreds or even thousands of hours on one charge.
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This device isn’t trying to beat smartphones or tablets. It’s made to act like 1980s PCs, running old systems like DOS or early Windows for basic tasks, hobby coding, or old-school games. It’s a nod to old-school computers, not a do-everything device like a tablet. That’s also why it comes with multiple ports, like PS/2 for a mouse and keyboard, an RS-232 serial port, a TTL serial port, a USB port for moving files with a flash drive, and an Ethernet port.
The Evertop is a passion project with open-source plans, encouraging hobbyists to create or modify it. Its specs may look “basic” next to modern tech, but they’re deliberately picked to recreate the 1980s PC vibe while using today’s low-power features like E-Ink. Want to build your own? Check out the Github page here.
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