MutantC shows how anyone can build their own chunky Raspberry Pi-powered handheld PC
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Anyone can now build their own pocket computer that feels like holding a piece of the early 2000s, thanks to a DIY project called the MutantC v5.1. Creator Rahmanshaber has designed a handheld PC you assemble from scratch, bringing back the era before smartphones smoothed everything into glass rectangles.
The device centers on a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4, tucked into a custom carrier board with expandable memory up to 8GB. Two rechargeable batteries power the system for hours of use, while a 5-inch LCD screen slides open on 3D-printed rails to reveal a 61-key customizable keyboard below.
What makes this pocket computer special is its precision controls. A magnetic joystick uses Hall-effect sensors that won't wear out over time, handling mouse movements with your thumb. Six shoulder buttons provide quick navigation, and LED strips pulse with notifications.
The entire shell comes from 3D printer files Rahmanshaber shares for free. Expansion slots accept everything from SSDs to GPS modules, transforming this retro-inspired gadget into whatever tool you need.
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