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Rare, working Apple I computer signed by Wozniak and Jobs to be auctioned

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A rare, working Apple I computer, nicknamed the "Hatfield" model, is set to be auctioned by Bonhams with an expected sale price between $500,000 and $800,000. This particular unit is notable for being signed by Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak and comes with a customer service letter from Steve Jobs. Originally purchased by Fred Hatfield in Apple's first year, the computer is one of fewer than 75 surviving and operational Apple I units. AI

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Rare, working Apple I computer signed by Wozniak and Jobs to be auctioned

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Will Shanklin) ·

    Rare, working Apple I computer heads to auction

    The same Apple I computer sold for over $671,000 in 2013.

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