Teenage Engineering, the Swedish tech and design brand known for its quirky synths and unique gadgets, has just dropped a free computer chassis—but good luck getting your hands on one. The company, famous for blending minimalist aesthetics with functional engineering, has unveiled the Computer-2, a DIY mini-ITX case made from a single sheet of semi-transparent plastic.
Designed to be the cheapest computer case in the world, the Computer-2 lives up to that promise with a price tag of zero dollars. Assembly requires no screws, relying instead on snap hooks and living hinges. It supports a mini-ITX motherboard, an SFX power supply, and a dual-slot GPU up to 180mm in length. Of course, you’ll need to supply all the other PC components yourself.
This isn’t Teenage Engineering’s first foray into computer cases. Back in 2021, they released the Computer-1, an aluminum version that was stylish but not free. The new model, however, is a limited-run product that sold out almost immediately. The company is allowing one case per customer, and interested buyers can sign up for notifications if more stock becomes available.
No word yet on whether Teenage Engineering plans to restock the Computer-2 or if this was a one-time giveaway. Either way, it’s another example of the brand’s knack for blending playful design with functional tech—even if you can’t actually buy it right now.