Mac mini Goes Retro with Steampunk
Mac mini Goes Retro with Steampunk
by , 8:20 AM EST, March 4th, 2008
The Macintosh may be cutting edge technology, but that didn't stop Dave Veloz from giving his mini a fantastic Steampunk work over. The mod included a redesigned keyboard, display, computer, and power supply -- all suitable for any proper Victorian household wanting the latest in mechanical marvels.
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Steampunk, or devices designed to look like a cross between modern technology and the steam power and brass look of the 19th century Victorian era, tend to take on a more romantic look, and Mr. Veloz's Mac mini is no exception. The keyboard is built from a brass and leather frame with glass and nickel keys, the monitor sports a brass frame and granite base, and the CPU includes a period-correct paint job.
The Steampunk Mac mini isn't likely find its way into mainstream Mac design, but it makes for a great interpretation of Jonathan Ive's work.
[Image courtesy of Steampunk Workshop]
Observer Comments
Tue Mar 04, 2008 10:51 am Subject: That is very impressive
Tue Mar 04, 2008 11:21 am Subject: Seriously cool!
Here are some more detailed pictures as well: http://s135.photobucket.com/albums/q133/david_veloz/Steampunk%20re-Make/
Thanks!
David Veloz
Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:49 pm Subject: Thanks for the additional photos
QuoteGuest wrote:
Here are some more detailed pictures as well: http://s135.photobucket.com/albums/q133/david_veloz/Steampunk%20re-Make/
Thanks!
David Veloz
Looks like something out of H.G. Wells' The Time Machine or perhaps William Gibson's The Difference Engine.
Once I again, that was a great job.
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