The Hottest Anti-AI Gadget Is a Cyberdeck
A new trend on TikTok features young women creating whimsical homemade computers known as cyberdecks. These DIY gadgets are seen as a rejection of minimalist, mass-produced technology, with a focus on individuality and creativity. Annike Tan, a prominent creator, has garnered millions of views by showcasing her unique, aesthetically pleasing designs that challenge traditional notions of computer hardware.
- ▪Annike Tan's cyberdeck is designed to look like a mermaid's laptop, featuring a clamshell purse and colorful accents.
- ▪The trend highlights a growing interest in cyberdecks, particularly among women, as a form of self-expression.
- ▪Tan's videos have inspired others to create their own personalized tech gadgets, moving away from conventional designs.
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Reece RogersGearApr 28, 2026 6:00 AMThe Hottest Anti-AI Gadget Is a CyberdeckOn TikTok, young women are going viral for crafting whimsical homemade computers inside purses.Animation: Skye Battles; Getty ImagesCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyUbe Boobey’s bedroom is slightly messy after a trip to Morocco, but her cyberdeck glistens among the clutter. The homemade computer is located inside a clamshell purse, covered in swirly gold accents and filled with pearls, with some makeup and fake moss tucked beneath the keyboard.
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