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to code on them. The Spectrum also played a huge role in the rise of the British video game industry —
some of today’s most successful developers got their start writing games on a Sinclair machine. It wasn’t
just a computer; it was a gateway into a new world.”

“What made Sinclair so influential was his mission. While American computers like the Apple II were
powerful, they were also very expensive. Sinclair cut costs, simplified design, and made computing acces-
sible. That meant ordinary families, not just tech enthusiasts, could afford to explore this new technology.
For many, it was their first step into the digital age — and it inspired a generation of engineers, coders, and
entrepreneurs who would go on to shape the tech world.”