MNT Pocket Reform – unboxing and first impressions
Dave Gauer provides initial impressions on the newly released MNT Pocket Reform computer.
It’s a complete working computer and more than that, it’s an open platform. It’s like a smaller and sleeker version of Andrew “bunnie” Huang’s Novena (wikipedia.org) laptop.
Part of the attraction of the MNT computers, to me, is the idea of a device that is built to last, be modified, and upgraded over time. In exchange for a higher up-front cost, I’m hoping for a lower likelihood of obsolescence.
The Pocket Reform is really unique because the computer lives in the upper half behind the screen. The bottom half is controlled by an RP2040 microcontroller which controls the keyboard, trackball, and power supply.
The backlit key legends are going to be awesome for nighttime programming adventures.
Dave notes that the Reform works as a true laptop computer, no scalded legs or massive footprint.
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