I recall seeing something like this in some Youtube videos. The problem is the structural rigidity is basically non-exsistent. But on the other hand, you could just bend it back if it got deformed.
it's certainly an interesting case. I thought it was pricey at first, but then I realized it included a PCIe4.0 riser cable.
IMO, while I love flat packs, I am not that big of a fan of having to bend the parts myself, and I think some L channels or a frame to build on wouldn't add that much bulk to the package.
That looks unfun to fuss with. If I were going to bother with something other than a laptop, I would rather buy a mATX Optiplex or some other ex-business box, but failing that, there are lots of cheap cases out ther that are fully assembled and cost less including shipping.
$97 for ugly, humongous (for ITX) case with terrible cooling? I'd rather spend $200 for something like FormD T1 (CNC made, 10 liters, liquid cooling support)
You wouldn't need one, you'd just need to go over to the local print shop. My local print shop is already capable of doing mid-size 3rd prints in PLA or ABS.
You know that 3D printers and their filament aren't free, right?
Like it costs $500 for a large 3D printer for plastics, and one that is capable of metal is anywhere in the 4 to 6 digit range. I think it's still cheaper to do a one off custom order from lian-li or some other case manufacturer, that already have all the very expensive tooling necessary for cutting and bending sheet metal.
I got their Chopin Max. It's arguably that a bit overpriced too, and the 200W proprietary PSU isn't ideal, but it's definitely small but solid (it was originally built for the corporate world). Don't plan on using your PCIe slot for anything that needs a bracket, though - maybe additional NVMe slots on a card. https://www.in-win.com/en/gaming-chassis/chopin-ma...
It's a neat idea, but not at that price. If it was like $20 shipped, I could see it being a real winner. Maybe with a different layout to avoid the need for the PCIe riser.
As it stands, this just feels kinda dumb and overpriced.
I thought it was a cool design, but ultimately impractical and overpriced. Cool to see someone else trying something similar, but it still seems overpriced for something that should be cheaper than a standard pre-built case.
Like. This solves mild but old issues of current PC cases. This doesn't have glass panels which is simply glare and don't see much of hardware. While many open case/chassis solves does away with glass, I'd like something with some protection and some shielding from falling dust/debris. Not at this price though
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erinadreno - Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - link
I recall seeing something like this in some Youtube videos. The problem is the structural rigidity is basically non-exsistent. But on the other hand, you could just bend it back if it got deformed.meacupla - Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - link
it's certainly an interesting case.I thought it was pricey at first, but then I realized it included a PCIe4.0 riser cable.
IMO, while I love flat packs, I am not that big of a fan of having to bend the parts myself, and I think some L channels or a frame to build on wouldn't add that much bulk to the package.
PeachNCream - Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - link
That looks unfun to fuss with. If I were going to bother with something other than a laptop, I would rather buy a mATX Optiplex or some other ex-business box, but failing that, there are lots of cheap cases out ther that are fully assembled and cost less including shipping.nerd1 - Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - link
$97 for ugly, humongous (for ITX) case with terrible cooling? I'd rather spend $200 for something like FormD T1 (CNC made, 10 liters, liquid cooling support)Threska - Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - link
If 3D printers ever become more capable of bigger designs, commercial cases will be a thing of the past.A5 - Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - link
nah, not everyone is going to have a giant 3D printerFlunk - Saturday, April 15, 2023 - link
You wouldn't need one, you'd just need to go over to the local print shop. My local print shop is already capable of doing mid-size 3rd prints in PLA or ABS.meacupla - Wednesday, April 12, 2023 - link
You know that 3D printers and their filament aren't free, right?Like it costs $500 for a large 3D printer for plastics, and one that is capable of metal is anywhere in the 4 to 6 digit range.
I think it's still cheaper to do a one off custom order from lian-li or some other case manufacturer, that already have all the very expensive tooling necessary for cutting and bending sheet metal.
Samus - Thursday, April 13, 2023 - link
humongous? how else are you going to fit an RTX4090?GreenReaper - Thursday, April 13, 2023 - link
I got their Chopin Max. It's arguably that a bit overpriced too, and the 200W proprietary PSU isn't ideal, but it's definitely small but solid (it was originally built for the corporate world). Don't plan on using your PCIe slot for anything that needs a bracket, though - maybe additional NVMe slots on a card.https://www.in-win.com/en/gaming-chassis/chopin-ma...
nfriedly - Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - link
It's a neat idea, but not at that price. If it was like $20 shipped, I could see it being a real winner. Maybe with a different layout to avoid the need for the PCIe riser.As it stands, this just feels kinda dumb and overpriced.
sircod - Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - link
Looks like it was inspired by this case from Teenage Engineering: https://teenage.engineering/products/computer-1I thought it was a cool design, but ultimately impractical and overpriced. Cool to see someone else trying something similar, but it still seems overpriced for something that should be cheaper than a standard pre-built case.
zodiacfml - Wednesday, April 12, 2023 - link
Like. This solves mild but old issues of current PC cases. This doesn't have glass panels which is simply glare and don't see much of hardware. While many open case/chassis solves does away with glass, I'd like something with some protection and some shielding from falling dust/debris.Not at this price though
jdhopes - Thursday, April 13, 2023 - link
I think i'll see this many youtube videos. Anyway great product.