Raspberry Pi releases official guide for DIY Cyberdeck builds

Raspberry Pi has released an official guide to assist makers in building Cyberdecks, a viral DIY computing trend characterized by portable, unconventional, and cyberpunk-styled portable computers. These devices are often housed in repurposed shells such as tin cans, jewelry boxes, or vintage typewriters.

The official tutorial provides a parts list and step-by-step assembly instructions. The featured build utilizes a Raspberry Pi 5 motherboard, a Pelican-style hard case, a battery pack, a touchscreen display, and a Bluetooth keyboard. The company suggests various customization options, including using a Raspberry Pi Pico to control additional displays or LED lighting.

This initiative comes as the Cyberdeck trend gains significant traction on social media platforms like TikTok. The move also follows recent price increases for certain Raspberry Pi components, such as the 16GB Raspberry Pi 5, as the company seeks to engage both experienced hobbyists and newcomers.