Portable Pi Palmtop Provides Plenty
Raspberry Pi-based portable laptops have come a long way, evolving from basic setups to refined and sleek designs. One standout example is Michael Mayer’s Portable Pi 80, a palmtop computer that’s both functional and compact. The heart of the device is a Pi Zero 2, leveraging its small size and the power of its Pi 3-based processor. It uses a 7-inch display for visuals, and a 40% mechanical keyboard integrated into the bottom half of the machine for input.
Power comes from a pair of 18650 lithium-ion cells, supported by power modules, giving the unit solid portability. Due to space constraints, Mayer relocated the little Arduino, which typically handles the keyboard. The standout feature, however, is the 3D-printed case that houses the components. Available for download from Printables, this case is a perfect example of how a modular assembly project can be turned into a polished and highly usable device. It’s the kind of compact setup you’d happily take on the road, combining a small footprint with the power to run a desktop Linux distro.
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