Macintosh Classic Makes the Perfect iPad Stand

This modification of an Apple Macintosh Classic into an iPad stand is not only functional, it looks great and will make any fan of Apple products look twice. Could it possibly be a coincidence that the Apple iPad fits perfectly into the open screen portal of the original portable Macs?

The iPad simply slides into the side of the Mac Classic and then the old plastic case serves as a stand, holding up the iPad for use as a touch screen inside the empty shell. Of course, there's no way to really press the home button or use external switches unless the iPad is pulled out.

This video shows the Macintosh Classic iPad stand in action. Instructions from the creative individuals who came up with the idea are posted online. The process involves gutting a Macintosh Classic and sanding all of the surfaces that are cut inside.

Once you acquire your Mac Classic (or dig it out of the basement) you'll need two tools to proceed, a plastic cutter and a diagonal plier. Sandpaper will do the rest once the electronic innards have been properly disposed of according to your local jurisdiction.

The iPad slides into the side and rests on two long tabs inside the case that are already there. Even more strange evidence that Apple engineers are toying with our minds, or maybe Steve Jobs has secretly discovered a way to travel through time.

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