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Re: Why to buy a 68k calc
« Reply #15 on: November 21, 2011, 05:18:15 pm »
So, can someone tell me about a V200 vs. an 89Ti?
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Re: Why to buy a 68k calc
« Reply #16 on: November 21, 2011, 05:23:33 pm »
So, can someone tell me about a V200 vs. an 89Ti?
From what I know, the V200 has a larger screen, but since it has a QWERTY keyboard, it isn't allowed on standardized tests. The 89 doesn't have a QWERTY keyboard, but does have largely the same functionality as a V200, and is allowed on tests like the SAT and the AP Calculus exam.


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Re: Why to buy a 68k calc
« Reply #17 on: November 21, 2011, 05:47:01 pm »
Aw... That's what I thought. Thanks!

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Re: Why to buy a 68k calc
« Reply #18 on: November 22, 2011, 04:44:07 am »
very, very fast.
also, I believe that 68k calc basic is most suitable to game-making.
Well, that might be a little exagerated. It's sometimes can be a bit slow. I for example use matrices to store level data and when you see me drawing it from there it isn't too fast.
If you go to this link( http://www.ticalc.org/archives/files/fileinfo/430/43075.html ) and look at the entire screenie(if you have the patience) you will see the level load at the end(it's a screenie demonstrating the level editor of my first game using matrices). And actually that wasn't programmed so brilliant because there was keydelay. But i still see it as my first 'good/ok' game. :)
Awesome article Stefan. It is a shame that TI doesn't really push it's 68k line anymore, as they are really great calculators. I still love my old TI-89. :)
Thanks a lot. I'm glad you liked it.
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Re: Why to buy a 68k calc
« Reply #19 on: November 22, 2011, 05:33:29 am »
The cool thing is that once you drew your screen, you wouldn't have to do that again, you would just manipulate the screen by drawing only to certain areas.

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Re: Why to buy a 68k calc
« Reply #20 on: November 22, 2011, 06:41:42 am »
Aw... That's what I thought. Thanks!
The Ti-89 is still a very nice calc. I personally don't even own a titanium or V200. But I'm already very happy with what I have.
And yes Jim, that's true. Forgot to say that.


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