You can now turn your old smarphone into a pocket cyberdeck. Because why not

https://www.mobile-hacker.com/2025/06/06/transform-your-old-smartphone-into-a-pocket-cyberdeck-with-kali-nethunter/

This is a Google Pixel 3 XL, but I don't see why this can't be modified to fit another mobile. The case is 3D printed and it's running Kali Nethunter

#HardwareHacking #Cyberpunk

@cypnk love this build

@cypnk @thegibson
Ooh, and I happen have a Pixel 3xl gathering dust, too.

The project page has some updated build files, too.
https://hackaday.io/project/203116-pixel-3-xl-nethunter-c-deck

Pixel 3 XL NetHunter C-deck

A DIY portable cyberdeck built from a Google Pixel 3 XL running Kali NetHunter, paired with a Bluetooth keyboard and enclosed in a custom 3D-printed clamshell case. This compact setup provides a highly portable, low-cost platform for penetration testing and network analysis. The clamshell form factor enables comfortable typing and efficient mobile workflow, turning a smartphone into a practical pocket-sized command terminal for on-the-go technical tasks.

@cypnk I could buy something like this, for a Pi 5.
@dilmandila @cypnk ish. there are options but they are all have a lot of diy

@mensrea @dilmandila This. There are indeed pretty nice projects out there, but hardly any that are not DIY

Your next best option is a Pi 500, but then you do still need a monitor
https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-500/

Buy a Raspberry Pi 500 – Raspberry Pi

A fast, powerful computer built into a high-quality keyboard, for the ultimate compact PC experience.

Raspberry Pi
@cypnk @dilmandila in the other direction there's something like https://thepihut.com/products/smartipi-touch-2 but you'll need to add a battery and a keyboard
SmartiPi Touch 2 Case

@cypnk I would absolutely love to do something similar with an old Kindle. #Someday

@cypnk I did a very similar thing back in '21! But I used a clamp that connects a controller plus adhesive velcro to assemble it!

With NFC scanning and Wifi "tools" powered by a rooted android device capable of Miracast and DeX, plus an HDMI output, a conventional USB port and a 3.0 port, and multiple card readers to maximize what my little cyberdeck can interface with!