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Making a Portable Mac Mini setup using the iPad Mini 6 2021
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[@ScottYuJan]

3D design files and where to buy one, is discussed in *part 2*! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX6yZ2p5bp2Yr8U

[@matheusfpilar]

This ideia is really cool. very creative.

[@MrGeovaniaco]

personally i would like to buy that thing, i also hate laptops and recently bougth a mini mac. Great work

[@SRH81]

Sale it 💰

[@sylvaintshibwabwa2418]

I love it, I will be a groupie ask you every day. Great job

[@hassassa797]

i got the mac mini and i have to take it around in a huge box to use it anywhere personally would but it which ipad is it tho?

[@SereneKaos]

Forget the mac, the visual story telling and motivated edits are amazing in this video. First time here and that’s all my eyes could focus on. The subtle masking of the mac were class. Keep grinding!

[@CarlAustinGregory]

Exactly. I was like totally blown away by the shooting and editing.

[@TalbotMediaLLC]

💯! The transitions and storytelling were stellar! I think the design was like the cherry on top…awesome video

[@ivyedme]

And I couldn’t agree more. I didn’t skip any part at all too.

[@lovejaklyn]

Same. I was more focused on how the video was edited. How can this channel only have 133k subscribers!? It deserves more!

[@craaaank1]

Yes! I felt the same! The whole video how it was made and also the system.

[@zebcode]

Design process is not boring, it's really useful. I'm a software developer but the process is the same. Please make more videos like this and go further into the design process! I'm so glad I just discovered your channel. I love the way you speed things up but still show exactly how to put things together without skipping anything important. That was really impressive! All in just 7mins and 12 seconds. Honestly, I'm blown away by how engaging this was at the same time as being informative!

[@koversz]

I absolutely love the straight-to-the-point storytelling and entertaining yet effective editing you did

[@99prxp]

came here to say this. his no nonsense editing paired with straight forward info is refreshing on this platform

[@barbeychris2636]

I had a 10th gen iPad kzbin.infoUgkxUGaHtKW8MwCql2fPyIm9-ftTqSMzKFFA . Felt it getting pretty slow at times even after doing a reset. So I am using that as a tablet for my 5 year old son and got this 9th gen version. MUCH faster, a little slimmer, smaller bezels, all around a leap forward. Plus, for the price that’s about $130-$150 cheaper than a current new model this is a nice deal. I look forward to the M-series CPUs coming into iPads which will really help future proof these tablets better but these latest CPUs are pretty strong and should do better to last several years with no compromises.

[@BLADYT]

It’s really rare, but… I discovered you with this video, and dropped a follow within the first seconds of the video. Not only the idea was incredible, but your way to talk, to explain, to work, to film, to edit and your imagination, just make your videos incredible. You just deserve wayyy more subs. Greetings from France !

[@adoyizao]

Honestly!

[@mikaeldgk]

same thing here, didn't even watched other videos to subscribe to the channel

[@jedai_sblz]

same bro

[@fxjh21]

Same

[@lodano413]

Il est incroyable bordel

[@JrnieJade]

I’m going to need a few days to process how incredible this was. This definitely sparked new ideas and a rebirth of excitement for the 3d printer I built a few years ago. Absolutely incredible stuff! You’re extremely talented and gained a new supporter ❤️ Look forward to seeing more content!

[@BryanWicks]

48 hours after discovering your KZbin channel, I am now a proud new subscriber. Your approach to sharing your passions and skills are a wondrous synchronicity of originality, imagination, and genuine talent. IMO it is only a matter of time before you reach a far wider audience, earning all of the professional accolades and monetary success that you so richly earned and deserve. Obtaining a 3D printer has been on my wishlist of purchases in the coming year, but until I get around to it, I would absolute love it if you were to make commercially available some of the finished designs you've created on your channel. I suspect that such product would move rather quickly, and would make for fine additions in peoples' creative spaces everywhere. Thanks again for the upload, and cheers from Southwest Oklahoma!

[@joshwise1369]

Easily some of the best build b-roll i’ve ever seen to date. Definitely not boring, tastefully edited, short and sweet. Loved it. New sub, glad I found you and so cool that I was thinking about doing something similar to this exact thing… hopefully with new Mac Mini coming out next week! Thanks bro, keep it up!

[@kickboxist]

DUDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That was one of the COOLEST things i have seen on DIY videos

[@asaniasekou]

I gotta tr this. I just got my iPad mini and I’ve been looking for a solid replacement to my laptop, probably not practical but i love it. And the energy of the whole video and how your dad helped was so wholesome.

[@teresmajor7956]

I've always imagined the M1 ipads to boot MacOSX when attached to keyboard and trackpad, and boots back to ipad OS when detached from the body. This is almost like a prototype to that! That would be a way more versatile laptop / tablet than macbook air.

[@jmbosquesillo7203]

Ipad is acting as a monitor …

[@MikhaoMehrin22]

I just love the people who are invested to find the solution of their unique problems. I'm like that Whatever works with my life I'm using it Doesn't matter people use it differently

[@integza]

I love the "Visual Vomit" thing

[@bxwolf163]

It's crazy that I was trying to think up a solution like this a few years back with my iPad Pro 11 and a Mac Mini, but this was all before the iPad Mini and M1 series. Love to see a crazy niche thought I had be brought to life by someone with the same crazy thought. AND I just bought the Duet app, so I might have to get myself a mini and give this a try.

[@therobb5738]

I've got one with a Core 1 duo. Only has Win 10 as the OS. Maxed out at 2gigs ram, not a penny more. It's... slow, but doesn't crash.

[@axethepenguin]

@@therobb5738 core 2*** duo ;)

[@Yourworldwithin]

wow this is incredible

[@fire_emblem_fan]

if uve never seen a laptop before.....

[@Vijoodruid]

Straight to the point and very interesting, most people provide solutions, you just created it yourself. I hate laptops myself and was looking for easy portability with a Mac Mini as they are not so expensive. Cheers.

[@2chickenmama]

So glad you're finally getting the attention you deserve, I remember subbing for the obscenely good videos about 3D printers and it's been great watching you grow since then

[@paulditzen2708]

I noticed the pitch for merch but what I would be interested in is the bracket you built to hold the mini and the iPad together as a unit and a set of directions. I don't much care for laptops either so this would be a great solution.

[@thomasprade]

Reducing "Laptops" to MacBooks with long known issues in their cooling deisgn isn't quite fair. Interesting concept and nice implementation nonetheless 👍

[@_neddy_teddy_8048]

i thought the same thing but ya cool video

[@softygyeom]

i guess that would depend on what they are running over the course of hours and how many hours they actually use their laptops, i think he said that bc of the nature of his work

[@SStarlight9614]

@@softygyeom yeahh bur comparing it to the much older intel models which all ran very hot even in a desktop configuration they require good cooling systems isn't a fair statement also considering apples new arm machines which especially if we're just going to talk about the M1 chips, well they're all the same and the only differences is really in their cooling designs which even the passive M1 Air is still runs just as cool and yeah it doesn't have the ability to completely stretch its legs out the pros can and will and have a cooling system designed to actually cool the machine well below where it needs to be and the chips don't really throttle unless you're pushing it in unrealistic scenarios

[@DavidA20200]

This is a really good idea. The only problem is there’s one huge disadvantage. It doesn’t have a battery so you have to have an outlet wherever you’re going.

[@p3chv0gel22]

I really like the Idea of heaving a modular approach, where you can have a Laptop(-ish device), but can also just take of the screen as a tablet, when needed

[@ianrep]

4:45: I was thinking like "hey this will lose tight", and then you add a allen key built in haha.Amazing idea.

[@MarioRobles93]

This is really cool. I just bought a M1 MacMini to go with an old 1440p IPS monitor I don't use anymore. Will make a sort of smart mirror, not the best solution, but it is the one that fits my maker needs. - "Weird solutions to our own very unique problems"

[@riverbenddrummer]

love the I'll do it myself hat, that has always been my motto with my family, I never wait for them to help me or do things for me, I just do it, myself

[@tienwang6141]

I love to see more design process , especially those failures along the way and you adjustments! Hype!

[@DianaVillasanaX]

finally a video with an interesting thumbnail and it's not fake👏

[@rhysfastiggi4345]

Do you plan to make the 3d print files available? I bought my daughter a mini a while back and now she wants a notebook. I'd love to print these out and them them to her. Very cool by the way.

[@barbaric2995]

mail him, maybe he didn't notice ur comment.

[@camibohn1017]

He posted the files in his part 2 video. But if you'd like to buy the case already printed, we have them on our Etsy page. Here is the link: www.etsy.com/listing/1207900015/portable-mac-mini-case-designed-by-scott?ref=listings_manager_grid

[@台勞小魔X原來人生可]

Your idea is awesome!!! I also consider to have a small portable machine to use both outside and at home. Your idea hits me!!

[@chrisphanwilliams97]

Lol I love that it turned out to be a bulky laptop design

[@yuGtahT]

Scott, this is great! Snazzy Labs also recently posted a video where they were able to make the Mac Mini even more compact. Maybe there is room to continue developing this into a V2!

[@hksiukei]

Your invention solves the common overheat problem of Macbook especially Macbooks almost can't run sleep mode and must be shut down, otherwise the mainboard will easily die.

[@ulischmidt03]

Him using a dryerase marker on his monitor is the most unhinged thing I have seen today

[@ChaceBonanno]

This is really cool. Put a board on it with keys that have the letters of the alphabet, and then it can be the future of computing. A portable computer. Would fit on top of your lap. Could call it a laptop.

[@aviramiancovici93]

this is so dope - the most useful and stylish cyber deck period.

[@yasminec3292]

I hesitate between a macbook pro and a mac mini, i bought the macbook but your idea is so cooool

[@nassim99345]

I really liked the "i'll do it myself" part 😀

[@mahmodtotaabuaqfa9352]

I've never seen a really good and creative youtuber like him in my life bro subscribe

[@devilichus]

Dude make this into the mass production would sell like crazy. People who has iPad and Mac mini at the same time might be a narrow audience but many buyers might like the idea.

[@sankaranarayanan4868]

Hands down the best editig and videography ofc the content too :)

[@AbhishekHeer-x3o]

You hate laptops and so you made the worst laptop ever 😂

[@PalmBeachDigitalVideos]

I love what your mind came up with. Yes, I would like to see your processes. Do more. Thanks Tomas

[@novarevs3466]

My guy... the editing skills are fkn superb!

[@carrrebuilds5425]

DUDE! That is awesome! I have 2 minis lying around and I think this is a good way to make them easy to use. I'm going to give this a try.

[@AdiraKalon]

Wow … for so many reasons just wow . Well done

[@lavderim77]

Nice idea! You also can find a good touch screen portable

[@Snowflake_Maja]

Awesome, love the solution. And yes do share the design process.

[@TheOmegaRiddler]

My one gripe with this is wherever I take it, I'm going to either need to plug it into power or bring a battery bank that can power it long enough, which defeats the portability aspect for me.

[@carsandblox1581]

this is genuinely a good product. I think apple can actually make this ... as long as they don't sell it for like double the price of the components in it.

[@francislee9]

Planning bit the best part

[@thanatosor]

Apple should hire this guy to be the new product designer. They seriously need fresh air in usable UX design.

[@christianrexmiroy5934]

This is one of the best things I have seen in the internet these days. Kudos to your creativity! Hope you never get tired of creating stuff.

[@computergenius2121]

Great job, but you could have added a battery to use it in a outdoor place

[@y2o23]

Now I wanna try this with my Mac mini except I don't have an iPad mini

[@pranavverma234]

You know what, I fully support what you have made here. If you get a windows laptop, when you unplug it from the wall, its performance decreases, and, even on newer laptops, because of the power shift, the speakers start to sound funny. I dont think this is an issue on the macbooks, but, I already have a mac mini and an ipad mini, and, i am a student, so, i cant buy a new macbook 😅 One thing that I think can be added to something like this is, the Ipad and Cover of the Mac Mini, stay on it forever, whenever I need the ipad out, I can just slide it out, and when i am going somewhere, just unplug everything, and keep it in your bag. (Along with a keyboard and mouse) Also, one more advantage to something like this is, you will get a much nicer keyboard and potentially a nicer mouse to work on, as, laptop keyboard are not that great, and, if they break, they are a real pain to fix. Great Vid!

[@bbulliard]

very cool video.. I really like your brainstorming, where you vomit forth your ideas.. thats a very good way to do that. dont second guess. just get it down. your final design is very awesome. I've always thought the Mac mini is so powerful and cheap, to make it portable is just plain double awesome... wowser!! where do you get that machine to design plastic?

[@KeturahKetegu]

Yes we want to see behind the scenes

[@yashtalrani5527]

out of box the thinking, nice one buddy

[@khiarascrH]

I LOVE this-- Ive always wanted and iPad mini AND a Mac mini, and if I ever get both, this is PERFECT!!

[@GermanDevLife]

people like you are genuis

[@capricegreen6813]

Design process was really cool to see

[@onlyjuantime]

This video gained my Sub! Awesome production and video flow! Makers Keep Making!!!

[@khairul-kun-0939]

Apple needs to hire this guy

[@Mantiss296]

2:30 I need to know this song it’s so catchy and good

[@williamsanborn9195]

This was a great video! You’ve just earned yourself a subscriber! 😊

[@ciscocode]

this if is a project! incredible

[@jackkelly4143]

absolutely fantastic idea, i dont use apple computers and I don't see that changing but this is a fantastic alternative to a laptop, it'll get you better performance than one too I bet (idrk if that's true lol). Amazing concept, great combination of two apple products you already own, rather than buying another.

[@vampbat]

Amazing! I wonder if a collapsible bluetooth keyboard could be integrated…

[@seljiang]

I WANT MORE DESIGN PROCESS. Please 😊

[@camster23]

I love the making process

[@Downhill_Dynamics]

I love the vid but have you guys noticed the banger music. keep it up, king

[@esauonlampkin]

I love what u made and the hat ❤ it’s awesome

[@CPCS]

MAKE A SLOT IN THE 3D PRINT FOR THE KEYBOARD CASE

[@Shoonoonoo]

Bro! Sleek edits and sick build. First of your videos I’ve seen. Keep it up! Subbed

[@Benny_891]

It would be cool if you used the Mac mini with nreal air ar glasses

[@Foxuniverso]

YES. MORE DESIGN!

[@roa4031]

Tablet + Mini PC is great. You can use tablet by itself and also as monitor. Especially portable display is too expensive, so it is better to buy a tablet.

[@JacksonDoherty-j2w]

I have a mini 6 and a m2 max Mac mini 👀👀 please sell the bracket? /starter kit for this to work!!!

[@ScottYuJan]

it’s free for download! check out the part 2 video for the link and instructions :)

[@iphonefan0123]

Balls of design. there’s nothing more to say.

[@danadouglass2822]

I’d buy that, I’ve got the iPad Pro m1 and just bought the m2 pro mini

[@rukumsatyaarth1504]

Went in looking for a budget solution for a laptop. Came out saying eff a Mac I needz me a 3D Prinna.

[@przemekzuk2574]

Bro has beef with laptops 💀

[@bencus23]

Love this guy, I’d really like to make one

[@gustavodesigner123]

I liked the creativity, but would an iPad mini stand solve everything? Pt-br - Gostei da criatividade, mas um suporte para ipad mini resolveria tudo?

[@Canoneosmiami]

More ,show us the whole process..

[@muftagiarm4575]

Best random click I did!

[@majklzumberi1761]

I'd love to see a portable Mac studio version of it! Btw great work

[@elivelz]

been thinking about this and looking out for the possible solutions on KZbin, and here I am! Are you selling that case you made for macmini and ipad mini?

[@713pyk]

like it always creativity has no limits

[@awwastor]

It’s cool, but cosnidering that you used an iPad mini for the screen, you now have an even harder to replace battery, speakers, screen etc. (unless you throw out the whole iPad, ig)

[@eclassfb9335]

Genius! Loved it all, well done!

[@SidewalkSurfer212]

Woooow that is beautiful. Well, well done! Has anyone from Apple reached out to you? Whats your relationship with them like? I guess come to think of it they'd probably be mad

[@prettylitch1785]

Design process is why I stayed to the end tbh

[@consultastecnicas6056]

De lo.mejor que he visto....fantastico!

[@ActionJaxon666]

Nice work man 💪

[@happySteamy]

Bro not just cool he also is an Tech-Engineer 🗿🗿

[@strix8707]

I wonder if someone can make a version of this for the 12.9in iPad Pro if you want a bigger screen or already have the bigger model

[@subatomictemplar]

Bro said I hate laptops, so I made a laptop.

[@sarveshpatil.6602]

You are just amazing dude

[@evazhou7550]

If you produce this I would so buy it and use it with my iPad