Computer Chess
Are you serious about improving your chess game? Computer Chess and Chess software was created to help us improve; with powerful analysis plus a means of condensing and presenting material, these amazing tools can really have the effect of greatly accelerating our understanding and learning.
More Excalibur Electronic Chess History Dr. Dietrich Prinz wrote the original chess playing program for a general purpose computer (the Manchester Ferranti). The program first ran in November 1951. In 1957, a full-fledged chess program was written by Bernstein for an IBM 704 at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In 1983, a chess program called Belle, designed at AT&T's Bell Laboratories, became the first to reach the U.S. master level of playing ability. In 1988, an IBM-designed program called Deep Thought, defeated one grand master and tied another.
Computer Chess BooksHow To Use Computers to Improve Your Chess
This book really hits the nail on the head. Suggests real ideas for lower rated chess players on the role the computer should play in analysis and skill improvement. Provides info about how to study opening and middlegame ideas with computer programs plus some suggestions for how to train tactics with the computer.
Computer Chess Software
Exclusive Senator Chess Computer - This is so cool! Probably the most powerful consumer chess computer available This luxury state-of-the-art chess computer will give you the feeling of being royalty. The cabinet and chess pieces are hand-crafted from 100% all natural rosewood. The Mephisto Exclusive Senator chess computer has the most recent state of the art technology using a 32 bit RISC processor in it's Senator module. It has been specifically designed for the truly elite chess player. The Mephisto Exclusive with Senator module is the most powerful, quickest thinking, highest rated, and most elegant chess computer available in the world. The Exclusive Senator Chess Computer is a superb all-wood auto sensory board with matching, felted wood pieces, and a real pleasure to own and play on. It is compatible with all Mephisto's top programs past and present, which are interchangeable! The current top playing module is the very strong SENATOR program by Franz Morsch of FRITZ fame! Endorsed by Kasparov. This is the Ultimate in Chess Technology, the chess board is wooden with remote sensors it has individual square LED lights, the wooden pieces are handcrafted. All in all you have the look and feel of an authentic wooden chess set with a powerful chess computer inside. Features; Rating: 2400 USCF Levels: 64 - Normal, Tournament, Speed Chess, Fun, Infinite, Problem Solving, Training Very Strong program: Ideal for advanced players Info Mode - Watch the computer as it thinks for extra insight Hints Given - Ask the computer for a move suggestion 200 Move take back - opportunity to experiment All major openings and many famous Grandmaster moves stored Set up positions and problems for further study Plenty of variety on offer through the playing mode options option to play against a friend Other features: 5 digit LCD display module also included large and clear Built in chess clock Unfinished games held in memory - start where you left off AC/DC adaptor included
CHESS SET - ELECTRONIC SAITEK CHESS EXPLORER $79.99 The Saitek Chess Explorer is the most stylish chess computer ever! This electronic chess set offers a wide selection of features to suit everyone from beginners to accomplished players. Challenge yourself and hone your skills with a choice of playing modes and a huge number of playing levels! The Chess Explorer measures 13" by 12" and requires 3 "AA" batteries for play (not included). Features of Chess Set - Electronic Saitek Chess Explorer: 64 playing levels Tournament, blitz and mate search All major opening systems to learn Take Back and replay up to 30 moves Info Mode lets you see inside the computer’s mind Computer evaluates your position at any time Sensory Chess Board Weighted and magnetized pieces 5-digit backlit LCD display Built-in chess clock Integrated piece storage Unfinished games held in the memory Automatic power down feature
CHESS SET - ELECTRONIC SAITEK CHESS TRAINER $39.99 With the Saitek Electronic Chess Trainer Computer, chess has never been so animated! Let Alec, the Chess Training Wizard, guide you through the game and entertain and amuse you along the way. Watch him laugh, cry, and even show his impatience if you take too long! Alec will give advice using his 11 different teach modes to help you improve your chess skills. Replay famous games, study chess openings, or play against a friend while Alec referees. The chess trainer measures 12" by 10" and requires 3 "AA" batteries for play (not included). Features of Chess Set - Electronic Saitek Chess Trainer: 64 playing levels Alec's animated face responds to every move 11 teaching modes 16 stored Opening Systems Play against the computer or a friend Sensory chess board 4-digit LCD display Built-in chess clock Unfinished games held in memory Piece storage compartment Automatic power down feature
CHESS SET - CHESS STATION 2-IN-1 CHESS COMPUTER $49.99 This computerized chess set includes a full-featured travel unit with an LCD that eliminates the bother of carrying pieces you can misplace. And when you're at home, you can still play "the old fashioned way." Just plug the Chess Station into its docking station and use the included magnetic sensory board! The powerful processor plays at a tournament rating of 1750. The Chess Station also features a teaching mode that takes an absolute beginner to advanced levels. Requires 3 AG13 batteries (included). Features of Chess Station 2-in-1 Chess Computer: 73 Strength Levels Hint Option for Coaching 32 Mate-Training Problems for Advanced Players Optional Teaching Mode for Beginners Rates Your Games Selectable Opening Lines for Play & Practice Take Back Mistakes
TOUCH CHESS AND CHECKERS $49.99 Touch Chess and Checkers is an electronic, handheld game featuring "Touch Pen" technology. You can play sixteen different skill levels, and play against the computer or a friend. It even lets you take back moves, add and remove pieces whenever you want, and gives you helpful hints to improve your strategy. With a Teach Mode, Touch Chess and Checkers is wonderful for beginners and experts alike. Game requires 3 AG13 (or LR44) batteries (included).
Excalibur's Phantom Force Electronic Chess Set Price: $229.95 228.29 CAD 154.60 EUR 111.09 GBP
Enter the 21st century of computerized chess games with the ultimate chess opponent, the Talking Phantom. With automated chess pieces that the Phantom moves effortlessly across the board, the Phantom will provide the most unique chess playing experience in the world. Match wits with the Phantom or simply sit back and watch the Phantom play itself. Comes with an extensive list of features that can help beginners improve their game and challenge advance players as well.
Mephisto Master Chess Computer Price: $199.00 197.57 CAD 133.79 EUR 96.14 GBP
The strongest chess computer in it's price range! With an outstanding playing strength and 256 level settings, this computer is ideal for advanced chess players.
Mephisto Talking Chess Academy Price: $179.95 178.65 CAD 120.98 EUR 86.93 GBP
The most unique and exciting chess computer ever!This computer will guide you, train you and keep you company while you learn with over 20 hours of speech.
Grand Master Full Size Chess Computer Price: $179.00 177.71 CAD 120.34 EUR 86.47 GBP
Grandmaster-The Power and feel of championship Play!
This is a very powerful, full size chess computer at a very special price and only limited quantities are available. We provide free shipping by Fedex Ground in the US. Super strength chess computer with an estimated Elo of up to 2100!
Mephisto Chess Challenger from Saitek Price: $89.95 89.30 CAD 60.47 EUR 43.45 GBP
Want the ultimate chess challenge? Designed for expert chess players, this powerful computer is designed to challenge your play, sharpen your tactics and advance you to new playing levels.
Alexandra The Great Chess Computer Price: $59.95 59.52 CAD 40.30 EUR 28.96 GBP
Talking Electronic Chess Computer Like her human namesake, Alexandra the Great combines beauty and brains - and speaks several languages! This version has been in short supply and is the 908 Model speaking English, French and German.
Mephisto Talking Chess Trainer Price: $54.95 54.55 CAD 36.94 EUR 26.55 GBP What better way to learn to play chess than have your own personal trainer.The talking Chess Trainer will help you to pick up the basics quickly or improve your skills.
Excalibur's King Arthur Wood Grain Chess Computer Price: $49.95 49.59 CAD 33.58 EUR 24.13 GBP This is the latest version of The King Arthur Chess Computer with a wood grain finish and super-large LCD display! It's unique display shows entire chess board and pieces while simulating the moves on the full-size board.
King Master III Chess Computer Price: $49.95 49.59 CAD 33.58 EUR 24.13 GBP Double your fun with two games in one! Now you can enjoy an exciting game of chess or checkers in one electronic game.
The Chess Station Model 975 Price: $35.00 34.75 CAD 23.53 EUR 16.91 GBP Two sets in one! The Chess Station is a portable pocket chess computer which comes with a docking station. Special Price for a limited period!
Saitek Chess Trainer Electronic Chess Computer Price: $34.95 34.70 CAD 23.50 EUR 16.88 GBP Never before has chess been so animated. Let Alec the chess training wizardgiuide you through the game and entertain you along the way.
Excalibur Sabre IV Electronic Chess Price: $25.95 25.76 CAD 17.45 EUR 12.54 GBP Loaded with state-of-the-art features, Saber IV allows you to play by yourself against the computer or against a human opponent-with or without the unique "Teach Mode" that makes learning chess easy!
Junior Master Compact Chess Computer Price: $25.00 24.82 CAD 16.81 EUR 12.08 GBP This compact table-top chess computer is the perfect way to learn chess.
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