Easily make a mini Mac with 3D printing and Adafruit HalloWing #MARCHintosh #CircuitPython #HalloWing @adafruit
An easy and fun project (no soldering!):
Use an Adafruit HalloWing to make a mini Mac with images with sounds. 3D print a mini Mac for the speaker and display! Play the classic chime sounds from various Mac OS versions. A desktop toy that evokes nostalgia or prank device for co-workers? You decide!
The HalloWing PCB press fits into the faceplate without screws and snap fits into the case. A speaker is housed in a back door with a working hinge. Parts 3D print without any supports!
No soldering necessary! HalloWing is pre-assembled and speaker is wired so it’s plug-n-play! 3D print the case and snap fit everything together for easy assembly.
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