Case design

[Skyrunner65]

It would be nice if the Gamebuino didn't look...wooden(you said that was detachable or something,right?). Methinks that there should a dark, kinda clear case.

[adekto]

It would be nice if the Gamebuino didn't look...wooden(you said that was detachable or something,right?). Methinks that there should a dark, kinda clear case.

huh what u talking about? the paper backing? that to protect the acrylic (transparent plastic) u dont want to have scratcher during transport, btw if u want u can just cut your own case in 70's electronics wood grain (mmm atari wood grain..) or even 3D print something to ur preference

[rodot]

It seems that the ICSP connector is back... hurrah for SPI modules \o/
But as I already ordered the early bird's batch, they won't have it

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And just for fun:

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[erico]

Looks ACE! Nice render.

I think this might be impossible but I wondered if the ´Gamebuino´ name/logo would be cool if printed on the metal part on the top of the screen, where it is thick. That way you may need it less in-game menu(but on the boot screen). Would it be too reduntant?

[adekto]

Looks ACE! Nice render.

I think this might be impossible but I wondered if the ´Gamebuino´ name/logo would be cool if printed on the metal part on the top of the screen, where it is thick. That way you may need it less in-game menu(but on the boot screen). Would it be too reduntant?

cool idea maybe just as an optional sticker u put on yourself?

[rodot]

I'm okay for a sticker, if you can tell me a website to make them for cheap

[Myndale]

What did you use to do that render, Rodot? Looks awesome!

[rodot]

*coughsolidworkscough*

[Myndale]

lol Well now that Gamebuino has made you a millionaire you'll be able to afford the office premium version!

[rodot]

Here is the final case design I just sent for quotation. If you see any BIG mistake, please tell me quickly.
Changelog:
- "nut slots" to be able to screw large modules on I2C ports.
- "x slot" on the back to attach your Gamebuino anywhere.
- ICSP port is back
- acrylic is 4 mm wider and taller (+2 mm on each edge) than the PCB to protect the µSD, µUSB and ICSP ports.
- hole for the photo-resistor, so auto-brightness works even with opaque case (if you keep the paper protection for example)
- logo removed to improve ergonomics, cost, and resistance.

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