86-DOS revisited

Recently, the oldest known versions of DOS were uploaded to the internet, and Michal Necasek dove into the floppy images. Even after more than 40 years(!), old software releases and pre-releases can still surface. In the case of 86-DOS 0.11 and 0.34 it’s practically a miracle, since there were probably never very many copies in existence. For the first time since the early 1980s, FAT formatted floppies with the primordial 16-byte directory entry format have come to light. The old 16-byte directory entries were gone by 86-DOS 1.0 in April 1981 and of course never appeared in any public PC DOS release. These prehistoric versions of 86-DOS allow us to fill in further missing pieces in the puzzle of DOS origins. It is fascinating to follow how DOS developed from almost nothing to a multi-million dollar business in the course of just a few years. ↫ Michal Necasek It started out so humbly. Yet, here we are, in 2024, and variants of DOS still have their uses in certain niches. An incredible legacy, for sure.

2024 Genesis G70 Shooting Brake Design Preview

Genesis today announced U.S. pricing and packaging for the newly enhanced 2024 G70 sport sedan. Starting from a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP)[i] of $41,500, the 2024 G70 features an improved driving experience and braking capabilities, added standard convenience features, and a renewed focus on the interior cabin experience.

Genesis will offer the updated 2024 G70 with two powertrain options for the North American market: the new 2.5L turbocharged inline four-cylinder gasoline engine and the popular 3.3L twin-turbocharged V6 gasoline engine.

The 2024 G70 2.5T has a starting MSRP of $41,500. It comes equipped with Genesis’ Highway Driving Assist safety and driver assistance features. New features include a touch-type climate control display and frameless rear-view mirror. Improvements have been made to designs and details like the multi-function switches, door and console garnish patterns, air vents, cup holders, and key FOB.

The updated G70 is available with Genesis Digital Key 2 with Near Field Communication (NFC) compatibility. The Digital Key is paired with the Genesis Intelligence Assistant app and can be used with Apple Wallet and Samsung Pass. The vehicle intelligently recognizes the driver and automatically authenticates them, loading their customized vehicle preferences. Genesis Digital Key 2 also allows the vehicle owner to share keys with others. For example, a driver with an Apple device may share their key with another via iMessage, and revoke access to the vehicle with the click of a button.

New exterior colors Vatna Gray and Kawah Blue take inspiration from the volcanic landscapes of Iceland and Indonesia, inspired by the brand’s love of travel. Genesis has also expanded the range of interior color selections by adding a new two-tone option: Obsidian Black/Fog Gray.

The 2024 G70 3.3T has a starting MSRP of $49,950. It offers enhanced standard features and design details including rain sensing wipers, ventilated front seats, Lexicon® Premium Audio, a dark chrome grille, and wide sunroof.