I for one am now learning to solder, and have a couple of (completely passive) simple board designs on the blocks for things i've always wanted, but never thought possible

unfortunately, it's shown me how poor my eyesight really is for the small stuff, but hey, my new glasses can do a 2x optical zoom as well. hows that for an upgrade! but now-a-days, having a production run doesn't have to be in the thousands of boards to be do-able, on a budget of millions.
i managed to get a TF330 off of Supadupa. as previously, I'd relegated my CD32 to a mild curiosity, but the TF330 has put it front and centre in the thick of things again.
Thanks to everyone involved, and my continued thanks to those with the talent and will to use their precious free time to have made/make these things for us all. I dunno what else to say, but i wish all the best for the future, and i've really enjoyed seeing and watching TF develop, even if i don't have the skills to assist directly. Thanks again Stephen for all your time and dedication. I need to send up some alcoholic beverages to your general vicinity!