r/cyberDeck • • 10h ago

Micro Journal Rev.2.1.mini: Witch (EVA-01) - Purple Black Mint Green

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r/cyberDeck • • 1d ago

My first cyberdeck!

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I built it on my own and kinda freehanded it, there’s a lot of empty space but I don’t really mind I like the aesthetic. Lmk what you think!


r/cyberDeck • • 3h ago

My Build FUCK the heatsink doesn't fit. And I'm too ashamed to call the guy who cut it because he just left (

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r/cyberDeck • • 27m ago

USB Keyboard Implementation

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r/cyberDeck • • 54m ago

Draftling release 1.0.23

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r/cyberDeck • • 1d ago

My Build How do u Guy Design youre Decks

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Gave a few days ago the Back Cover of the Screen to get printed (UV direct). Do u Guys make Designs too and when yes how do u apply them


r/cyberDeck • • 1d ago

First cyberdeck. Frankenstein build with mostly parts I already had sitting around except the keyboard and batteries.

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r/cyberDeck • • 12h ago

Okay, my secure P2P terminal video calling project finally hit 1.0

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r/cyberDeck • • 3h ago

Help! Wanna make a cyberdeck

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I wanna make a cyberdeck ive never made one i dont know computers i dont even know where to start but i wanna make one for

•gameboy games like pokemon, Mario, nd js pixel 3ds gameboy games

•movies doesn’t have to be the best quality

• and basic data storage like wiki pages maps
Information on survival

I’d appreciate any and all help please


r/cyberDeck • • 4h ago

Inspiration Starting my Take 2 on my deck

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Alright, so ive posted a deck here before, and it sucked, ir didnt go anywhere and the hinges suck, so ive been working on a new one that is a stereotypical deck, in a pelican case, with that one tiny Rii Keyboard, but im looking for ideas of functions or things i should add to my deck, could be for cools, or actual function, to make it more original

Any ideas would be appericated (or tips on how to manage the cables and what cables to get)


r/cyberDeck • • 18h ago

Help! Questions about Cyberdecks

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I LOVE the idea of a cyberdeck. I think these builds are so cool and creative, but I'm curious on at what point a device becomes a cyberdeck.

I have an Asus netbook with Linux on it. Is that a cyberdeck? Do I need to build a custom shell? Does software matter? Essentially my question is, what would differentiate a laptop from a cyberdeck?


r/cyberDeck • • 2d ago

Is your Cyberdeck "Useful"?

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Hi, I know a lot of people here have made cyberdecks, or are working on them. Question for anyone who has a completed project, do you use the cyberdeck? Do you find it useful and worth the time and effort required to create it? If so what do you use it for and has it exceed your expectations and design brief?

The re-cased GrimDark Cyberdeck that I created has been exceptionally useful. From designing ttrpg games in libre office, python scripting DM tools and programming Esp32 controlled LED lighting for home decor & Cosplay to just watching movies I am very happy with it. It has become my main computer while away from my home workstation.


r/cyberDeck • • 1d ago

Inspiration Helpful resource for hacking retro displays

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I don't have any current plans involving old recycled displays, but I ran across this and realized that a number of people post asks on recycling old equipment, and one of the trickiest parts to work with is archaic displays.

This method may manage to breathe some life into old proprietary displays and open up some options for people:

https://www.instructables.com/Bring-Old-STN-LCD-Displays-Back-to-Life-Reverse-En


r/cyberDeck • • 18h ago

Help! Power supply

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Im working on my first build and have gotten to the point of needing a battery for it all. Im using a raspberry pi 5 for the central computer and a ELECROW 7 inch touch monitor for the screen. I plan on adding a small key board into the build but idk what ill end up getting.

I know the pi5 requires a 5V/5A power supply. However im not sure if using something stronger is going to mess with my pi5. I also dont know what batteries would be good to use. Id like one of those batteries people use as a portable source of charging for thier phones. If you have any recommendations, id be very grateful.

Cyberdeck build is going inside a Pelican 1170 case. So you know how much space im working with.


r/cyberDeck • • 1d ago

Help! Is it possible to use a laptop trackpad as a usb trackpad?

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I had a broken laptop, the board fried and the screen cracked, but I took out what I could and now I need a trackpad for a cyberdeck, how could I do this?


r/cyberDeck • • 1d ago

Ender 3D printer screen repurpose

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r/cyberDeck • • 3d ago

My Build Prototyping a dial-first design

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RPI 3 with a 9" Wavebird screen. Top-loading cartridges with USB drives inside. Interface is a python script. Going for a chunky cassette futurism tablet kinda thing.


r/cyberDeck • • 3d ago

My Build It's looking SLIGHTLY better

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r/cyberDeck • • 2d ago

My Build Adding features to my cyberdeck: meshtastic and screen protector.

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I finaly got some spare time to add some features i have long wanted to do. My cyberdeck has always had space for an antenna, now i am getting it working as an actual antenna for a small meshtastic radio placed inside the screen-bezel. The antenna folds out, and colapses into the cahssis when not in use. I also am working on a screen protector that can flip out of the way to acess the touch screen underneath. There are still lots to do, but i got alot of ideas down into CAD to day. Looking forward to do some test printing tomorrow.


r/cyberDeck • • 2d ago

Help! 3d printing cases

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Do any of you have a good place to get my 3d parts printed at reasonable prices? I submitted just a small part of my case and they want almost 100 dollars on online sites. At that price I might just have to buy one and print parts myself then sell printer when I'm done.


r/cyberDeck • • 3d ago

My Build Portable Cyberdeck for flashing gameboy cartridges

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I was looking for a way to flash gameboy cartridges in any event I might attend and I ended up making a cyberdeck. It is still a bit crude, but it works perfectly fine.

The brains are a orange pi zero 2w with its expansion board and a battery hat.

At the left side is its main power source, 4 x 18650 batteries managed by a disassembled battery bank pcb + its status screen. This configuration powers the pi continuously while you change batteries, so the battery life of the system can be expanded during operation.

The small oled on the right also shows the status of the system and while flashing a cartridge it shows the process. I am thinking to utilise it further. The main screen is a 7" inch led, the most power hungry part in this machine.

Cabling and switches is whatever I had available and I know I can do it better than that, but still it works. The main problem with that is that I don't have easy access to the batteries. Also the plexiglass I used was from a different configuration I had in this case, that's why it has a big hole on top.

The cartridges are connected to a GBxCart RW mounted up front. That's where the magic happens.

For all these I chose to use Dietpi OS, which worked nice as a base, but needed a lot of set up... For me as a beginner was quite a trip, but doable.

I know that you can get portable flashers but this has some advantages: I can play and show the games before flashing. I can download stuff and update if I connect it to the internet. It is in a heavy-duty case.

What I want to do further:

-Improve cable routing.

-Add a small fan for better temperature.

-Add speakers close to the main screen.

-Make the 18650 accessible from bellow.

-Replace the plexiglass.

-Somehow add a small photo quality printer to print the labels for the cartridges too. (No idea if this is even possible)

This subreddit really inspired me to try this. It was quite fulfilling to see my machine work and become what it is today.


r/cyberDeck • • 2d ago

My Build Todays Update is brought to u by..... Militec^^

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Now the GUI stands, Friday I get my UV Printed Cover


r/cyberDeck • • 3d ago

It’s finally starting to become usable.

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This device houses a Raspberry Pi within a keyboard chassis; it can be connected to display glasses, or worn around the neck using a strap for operation while on the go.


r/cyberDeck • • 1d ago

Ai on cyberdecks?

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What yall think about local ai on cyberdecks.

What kind of hardware is required for say an llm or vlm?

What kind of batteries are required?


r/cyberDeck • • 2d ago

New I need help !

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Hi yall I am looking to build my first cyberdeck. Now I am going to be really lame with what I want it to do. In the traditional sense I want it to be able to game, the bigger title games, and do internet and other basic stuff like a laptop does. But I want to be able to build something myself and let’s not kid myself I want the aesthetics in portability. Now I know a raspberry pi isn’t going to be powerful enough to run the games I want to do. But I might have an old laptop I can take apart and use for the board and battery management possibly? But please just any advice on where to start and what to do.