CHM Revolution

Date Introduced

1981

Photographer

Richards, Mark

Dimensions

8 1/2 x 9 x 18 3/4 in.

Manufacturer

Telic Alcatel

Copyright Owner

© Mark Richards

Object ID

X1509.98

These sleek terminals for the Teletel system, given free to subscribers to the service, were called “Minitels.” The Teletel standard had been adapted from English videotex. The keyboard was designed for people who didn’t touch type.