MacEffects

06/12/2026

The ESP32 SoftCard is now back in stock! But more exciting is what V7 brings:

- Added the Apple II/II+/IIe emulator capable of running up to 3x the normal speed. To start just type APPLE2.
- Activated the upper 4MB bank of external RAM on the ESP32 to use for the emulator's 4096K RAMWorks card.

Yes, that means your Apple II can emulate an Apple IIe!

MacEffects is proud to be the US Distributor of the ESP32 SoftCard. The ESP32 SoftCard is designed to extend the capabilities of the Apple II/II+ or Apple IIe using the ESP32 module. Similarly to the original Z80 SoftCard, it has its own processor allowing it to run software not originally meant for...

05/24/2026

Memorial Day Sale - $175! (Now thru June 1st)

Memorial Day Sale - $175! Another special MacEffects exclusive a custom injection molded transparent case for the Apple IIc. This case is made of clear polished ABS plastic and showcases the inner workings of your IIc. Includes: (1) clear carrying handle, (4) clear rubber feet, and (1) refurbished A...

05/24/2026

MacEffects (Tairu) was in Spain and visited our friend Jose Luis Arenas Perez of Apple fame in Spain. We couldn't come without a little gift, our Xdrive2c. Memorial Day sale now through June 1st to get the freshly restocked Xdrive2c at the lowest price ever!

https://maceffects.com/products/xdrive-mass-storage-solution-for-the-apple-ii-ii-iie-and-iigs

05/08/2026

MacEffects is pleased to bring another special JD Micro creation to the community - the fleXrom 2k!

fleXrom2K is designed to be a simple pre-programmed ROM replacement for the various 2KB ROM’s used in an Apple II system. Both stock and modified ROM images are included for F8, F0, E8, E0, D8, and D0 system ROM’s and multiple fonts are available when replacing the 2316B SPCL character ROM used ...

04/26/2026

Now offering Mockingboard Extension Kits for the Xdrive //c. The Launch Edition sold out, so now the regular version is available (and cheaper!)

LAUNCH EDITION - BE ONE OF THE FIRST OWNERS! Launch Edition includes limited edit white 3d printed (industrial quality) sidecar. Introducing Xdrive //c - Designed by JD Micro exclusively for MacEffects. Xdrive //c offers easy mass storage for the Apple Iic via block device emulation. It allows you t...

04/03/2026

Adrian, friend of MacEffects, just launched his first vintage Apple YouTube channel. Interesting videos are coming!

https://youtu.be/VakKzNIRxEY

03/31/2026

Our first Launch Edition batch sold out quicker than expected. We now have a second batch of the Launch Edition Xdrive IIc.
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LAUNCH EDITION - BE ONE OF THE FIRST OWNERS! Launch Edition includes limited edit white 3d printed (industrial quality) sidecar. Introducing Xdrive //c - Designed by JD Micro exclusively for MacEffects. Xdrive //c offers easy mass storage for the Apple Iic via block device emulation. It allows you t...

03/24/2026

Newly revised Xdrive v1.1 now in stock!

Introducing Xdrive - Designed by JD Micro exclusively for MacEffects. Xdrive offers easy mass storage for the Apple II via block device emulation. It allows you to mount up to 8 images from USB or micro SD card, and can be installed in Apple II, II+, IIe and IIGS – essentially any Apple II machine...

03/12/2026

MacEffects is proud to partner with JD Micro to bring one of the best upgrades for the Apple IIc, the Xdrive IIc. Now available in limited quantities.

LAUNCH EDITION - BE ONE OF THE FIRST OWNERS! Launch Edition includes limited edit white 3d printed (industrial quality) sidecar. Introducing Xdrive //c - Designed by JD Micro exclusively for MacEffects. Xdrive //c offers easy mass storage for the Apple Iic via block device emulation. It allows you t...

03/09/2026

MacEffects is pleased to announce another partnership with Ralle, the creator of the A2DVI card for the Apple II series. Now available!

MacEffects is pleased to bring another partnership. This is the next iteration in the line of the first digital Apple II video card. It directly produces a digital video stream from Apple II's memory content. The signal is output via an HDMI connector, connecting the Apple II to modern displays with...