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DIY Magsafe for a PC

Posted by Scott Silverman | Thursday, October 26, 2006 2:02 PM PT

Thinkpad Magsafe“Create and you shall be copied.” Apparently this principle doesn’t apply only to Windows Vista and Mac OS X, but now also to the Magsafe. However, I have much more respect for this copycat then I do for Microsoft. Why? Take a look at the list of tools needed to copy Apple’s Magsafe on your IBM Thinkpad:

  • An aluminum rod
  • Mounting tape
  • Washers
  • Magnets
  • Copper flashing
  • A soldering iron, epoxy glue, and scotch tape

I must say I am thoroughly impressed. This is one of the most creative and practical mods I think I have ever seen—I’m just speechless.

[via MAKE]

Comments (4)

The magsafe is not a totally new idea from Apple. There are many electric wares that have such magnetic contact. Though I have to say, this experiment looks rather scarely.

aj
October 26, 2006
4:59 PM PT

If you're going to knock somebody for copying you, make sure you're not copying somebody else. My rice cooker has a "mag safe" plug, and it's way older than any MacBook (Pro).

DWesnor
October 26, 2006
5:45 PM PT

Wow. Somebody got really, really bored.

Erin B.
October 26, 2006
9:59 PM PT

News just in...

Dell sinks to new lows to keep up with Apple's new ideas and designs.

Chris
December 13, 2006
7:06 AM PT

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