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 Message 21430 
 Daniel to All 
 Re: pi500 and pi500+ 
 10 Oct 25 10:00:02 
 
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druck  writes:

> On 08/10/2025 23:18, Daniel wrote:
>> The more I think about thatkeyboard, the less I want it. I want that
>> NVME and the RAM, but then I dno't really use it on my 500. Is it
>> something I need or is it just a wishlist item?
>> What I want is a fullsized keyboard. 
>
> Then forget about the 500/500+ form factor.
>
> Get a Pi 5 and a case with built in NVMe (Argon40's Neo 5 or One V5
> for full size HDMIs) and stick it behind the TV or monitor. You can
> then use whatever keyboard you want, either wired or wireless. I use
> both full size wireless, or mini wireless with integral track pads.
>
> ---druck

I'm a fan of the wedge form factor, so the 400/500/500+ is in my
criteria. It's easy enough to duct tape a machine behind a monitor for a
poor-man imac.

I will get a 500+ once it's no longer sold out where it is priced
fairly. And I will go down the rabbit hole of my own custom build at
leisure.

D

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