It was just in time to shake things up with its unique all-in-one concept for the home market.
While earlier computers like the Commodore PET, TRS-80 Model III, Apple Lisa and Apple Macintosh had pioneered the all-in-one design, they were primarily aimed at businesses and education.
By the end of 1985, all the big names were already established in both 8-bit and the newer 16-bit systems, leaving no room for newcomers.