Calculator 1984

Calculator 1984

Retro Macintosh Style Calculator & Pixel Art Stickers

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Inspired by the calculator interface designed by Steve Jobs for the first-generation Macintosh in 1984, and incorporating the classic pixel icon art of Susan Kare, this app allows you to create a truly unique and personalized calculator experience.
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Xiaofeng Cao
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👋Hi everyone, I'm Xiaofeng, and I'm thrilled to introduce "Calculator 1984" to you all. A few years ago, when I first saw a video of the Macintosh interface, I whimsically wondered why no one had adapted that cool calculator interface to mobile. In 2024, the 40th anniversary of the Macintosh release, I revisited "Steve Jobs: A Biography" and was struck by the fact that Jobs himself had designed that calculator interface. Surprisingly, no one had replicated it, so I thought, why not give it a try? After all, it's just a calculator. "Calculator 1984" is not just any calculator. It replicates the classic interface and appearance of the calculator designed by Jobs for the first-generation Macintosh in 1984, complete with pixel fonts, buttons, and shadows that exude a vintage and retro vibe. This is our tribute to the iconic Macintosh. In addition to honoring this classic, I wanted to give users a chance to express themselves and showcase their uniqueness. Thus, "Calculator 1984" introduces a Sticker feature with a series of classic pixel-style stickers designed by Susan Kare—from the iconic Macintosh Dogcow and Bomb to a youthful Steve Jobs portrait. Each sticker is a nod to Macintosh culture, making each user's "Calculator 1984" uniquely their own. I hope users enjoy using these artistic stickers to personalize their calculators, turning them into a personal statement piece. I find this project incredibly cool—it's a fusion of elements: running an ultra-low-res, pixel-style app from 40 years ago on the most modern and refined Macs and iPhones, and customizing a traditionally neutral (stiff?) calculator with stickers that reflect personal taste and cultural identity. This blend of old and new, rational and personal, is deeply fascinating. I hope both Apple enthusiasts and fans of pixel and retro-tech styles will find something resonant in this product. Hope you love it—it's completely free!
Yuji Huang
I love the retro style. Stylish and a lot of fun!
Xiaofeng Cao
Maker
@yujih Thanks you !!!
Henn Runnel
Cool and neat idea. Could you make it work also with keyboard/numpad?
Xiaofeng Cao
Maker
@hennrunnel Hi Henn, Thanks for your kind words! I'm glad you like the idea of Calculator 1984. Your suggestion about keyboard/numpad support is definitely on our radar. I'll look into this and keep you updated on any developments. Thank you!
Viktor Dirin
Nice. I like old school theme.
Xiaofeng Cao
Maker
@viktor_dirin Hi Viktor, Thanks so much for your feedback! It's great to hear that you're enjoying the old school theme of Calculator 1984. We aim to bring that nostalgic vibe with a modern twist. If you have any more thoughts or suggestions, feel free to share!
Michael Palmer
Downloaded, looks fun!
Xiaofeng Cao
Maker
@michael_orthuga_palmer Thank you! Just have fun!
Toshit Garg
Congrats on launch of Calculator 1984....
Xiaofeng Cao
Maker
@toshit_garg Thank you! It means a lot to have support from fellow builders like you. If you have any feedback or ideas as you use the app, please don't hesitate to share. Looking forward to your thoughts!
Himasisira
This is a classic calculator and i can design it in my own way which is very intresting and having a joyful experience
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