Laptops haven’t quite reached the same plug-and-play modularity as desktop PCs, but tinkerers have found ways to piece together unique machines using Raspberry Pi boards as the guts, Arduino microcontrollers for extra tricks, and 3D printing to craft custom shells. The result is a wave of personalized cyberdeck designs, each one showing off its creator’s vision of portable computing with a heavy dose of personality. If you’ve ever dreamed of walking around with a computer straight out of a retro sci-fi movie, this DIY cyberdeck briefcase laptop is the stuff of geeky fantasies. Today’s electronic components and digital fabrication tools mean anyone with enough patience and creativity can build a custom computer that feels more like a prop from a 1970s space adventure than a modern laptop. Designer: rawkout1337 This particular cyberdeck, known simply as Cyberdeck 1.1.0, doesn’t try to outdo the most extreme designs, but it still packs plenty of character into a briefcase-sized package. Instead of chasing the thin, minimalist look of commercial laptops, it leans into bold shapes, chunky silhouettes, and a color scheme that would have been right at home on the set of a 70s or 80s sci-fi show. You half expect to find it on the lap of a spaceship pilot or tucked under the arm of a secret agent from the future, or at least the future envisioned by the 70s and 80s. What really sets the Cyberdeck 1.1.0 apart is the playful placement of its components. The power button, trackball, and mouse buttons all live on the upper half of the computer, right next to the compact screen. Using the trackball requires gripping the edge of the lid, while the three mouse buttons are tucked along the back edge, making you interact with the machine in a completely different, almost cinematic way. Most of the internals are off-the-shelf parts, but there’s enough custom wiring and soldering to keep seasoned makers entertained. The mechanical keyboard is satisfyingly chunky, and the panels snap together with a satisfying click, thanks to the wonders of 3D printing. Even the handles are made from bent metal bars, giving the closed briefcase a portable, industrial vibe, perfect for a quick getaway or a dramatic reveal at a hacker meetup. Of course, carrying a bright, boxy computer through airport security is bound to draw some second glances. But that’s half the fun: this is a laptop that refuses to blend in, embracing the spirit of DIY and cyberpunk with every detail. For makers, tinkerers, and sci-fi fans, the Cyberdeck 1.1.0 is a reminder that computers can be quirky, bold, and a little bit rebellious, just like the people who build them. The post Cyberdeck Briefcase Laptop Channels 70s Sci-Fi for DIY Tech Lovers first appeared on Yanko Design. #cyberdeck #briefcase #laptop #channels #70s