Clive Sinclair, Creator of Home Computers, Passes Away

Clive Sinclair, the legendary creator of the ZX Spectrum home computer, has passed away at the age of 81, as reported by his daughter. According to cnews.ru, the cause of his death has not yet been disclosed. It is known that he had been unwell in recent years.

Sinclair founded Sinclair Radionics, with his first home computer, the ZX80, launched in 1980, priced between £79.95 and £99.95, making it nearly five times cheaper than similar models of that time. The ZX80 and the subsequent ZX81 model made Sinclair a millionaire, but the ZX Spectrum gained even greater popularity. This model became one of the best-selling computers in Europe.

In recognition of his achievements, Clive Sinclair was knighted in 1983.