Cyberdecks are having a moment, rejecting big tech surveillance with style and substance
The DIY 'cyberdeck' community is seeing a surge in popularity, driven by women creating hyper-feminine, custom-built computers. These projects reject the standard aesthetic of big tech hardware in favor of personalized, artistic designs that serve as functional computing tools.
Why it matters
This trend highlights a growing subculture of tech enthusiasts who prioritize individual expression and open-source hardware over mass-market, corporate-designed electronics.
When I reach out to the self-proclaimed “open source baddie” CC for an interview, I’m pretty sure she’s emailing me back from a pink mermaid purse.
The article reports on a cultural trend in technology without taking a political stance, focusing on the creative and community aspects of the movement.
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