Ferdinand Meyer-Hermann has announced he will be demonstrating his VGA interface for 8bit Apple II computers at KFest. Additionally, A2Central has learned that the the first version of Ferdinand’s VGA adapter will be for the Apple //c and IIc Plus, followed later by a version for slot-equipped Apple II computers. We’ve heard that a small production run of these adapters may be for sale during KFest at a special, discounted conference-only price.

The adapters will be sold exclusively through ReactiveMicro. A2Central will post pricing and ordering information as soon as details are disclosed at KFest.

KansasFest committee member Ken Gagne was recently interviewed on the RetroMacCast podcast, where he talks about how he got involved with the event, what traditions keep him coming back every year, and how KansasFest differs from the Macworld Expo. Episode #121 is available at the above page or via iTunes.

If you haven’t already signed up for KansasFest, the world’s premiere Apple II convention, then there’s a special deal just for you! Head on over to KansasFest.org for details.

Registration for KansasFest, the largest annual gathering of Apple II enthusiasts in the world, is now open! Join us this July 21-26 at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Missouri, for a week of intense Apple II (and yeah, some Mac) fun. See the KFest site for details on our celebrity keynote speaker, an opportunity to build your own Apple-1 replica, and more. See you there!

According to the latest posting on the KansasFest web site, Vince Briel has volunteered to host an interactive workshop on assembling a Replica 1 kit. The Replica 1 is a functional clone of the original Apple-1 designed by Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak. For only the cost of the kit ($149 USD), attendees will have the opportunity to build their own Replica 1 under Briel’s expert supervision.

KansasFest is the worlds largest annual gathering of Apple II enthusiasts. Come join us!

KANSAS CITY, MO — December 18, 2008 — Technology historian and documentarian Jason Scott will be the keynote speaker at KansasFest 2009, the world’s only Apple II computer convention. Scott, whose documentary about dial-up bulletin board systems was presented at KansasFest 2007, brings with him a comprehensive insight into the Apple II and its role in the development of the personal computer.

“I’ve been wanting to attend KansasFest for years,” said Scott. “That there’s still an Apple II conference going on after all this time is just wild.”

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KansasFest, the world’s only annual Apple II computer convention, has launched a redesigned Web site. The event’s online presence has not only a new look, but also plenty of added functionality, including RSS and Twitter feeds, an updated photo gallery, and an exhaustive file archive from past KFests. Head over to KansasFest.org for the full scoop and to check out all the new features.

Juiced.GS Volume 13, Issue 3 (September 2008) shipped today to all subscribers. This issue features Andy Molloy’s report on building a Replica 1 at the Vintage Computer Festival; Mike Maginnis’ review of the Computer Gaming World DVD; Eric Shepherd’s guide to beta testing; Howard Katz’s review of CFFA v2.0; KansasFest 2008 coverage; and much, much more!

This is Juiced.GS’s third quarterly issue of 2008. Subscriptions and renewals for 2008 and 2009 are available for both United States and international customers.