Stockholm-based design collective Teenage Engineering has once again flipped convention on its head. On August 13, 2025, the company revealed computer–2, a minimalist mini-ITX case that’s part of its year-long campaign, “’25 the flipped out year.” What makes it stand out? The fact that it costs absolutely nothing.
Teenage Engineering set out with a bold goal: to design the cheapest computer case in the world. The result is computer–2, a chassis built from a single sheet of semi-transparent polypropylene (PP) plastic. No screws, no tools, no frustration just folds, snaps, and you’re done. The case uses living hinges and snap hooks in place of fasteners, transforming the build process into something more like origami than traditional PC assembly.
In the brand’s own words, this is “a case you can’t buy, because it costs nothing at all.”
Founded in 2005 by Jesper Kouthoofd, David Eriksson, Jens Rudberg, and later joined by David Möllerstedt, Teenage Engineering has a history of challenging industry norms. The company gained worldwide recognition with its OP-1 synthesizer in 2010, followed by the cult-favorite Pocket Operators and the OD-11 speaker inspired by 1970s hi-fi design. Today, its products are staples in creative studios, known for blending high functionality with whimsical, boundary-pushing aesthetics.
While computer–2 looks deceptively simple, it’s a fully capable enclosure. The case supports mini-ITX motherboards, SFX power supplies and dual-slot GPUs up to 180mm.
Lightweight and semi-transparent, the case is portable, service-friendly, and appealing both to newcomers who want an approachable build and seasoned PC enthusiasts weary of over-engineered hardware.
