Amiga 3000UX and Sun: A Deal That Never Was?

This article investigates unsubstantiated rumors of a deal between Amiga 3000UX and Sun Microsystems. Conflicting accounts from Commodore engineers Dave Haynie and Bryce Nesbitt—one claiming Sun's interest in OEMing the Amiga 3000UX, the other suggesting Commodore's attempt to license Amiga UNIX to Sun—are analyzed. The author casts doubt on these narratives by examining the market and technological context, suggesting they are likely embellished internal rumors. The article concludes that a lack of concrete evidence prevents confirmation of a substantial deal; joint marketing efforts are a more plausible explanation.