# Upgradeable Mini PCs The MSI 'Cubi 2' Windows Mini PC Can be Upgraded Easily by Users By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windows-mini-pc References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/msi-cubi-2-plus-upgradeable-mini-pc-launches-next-march-2016-24-02-2016/) & [eu.msi](https://eu.msi.com/news/emm/?List=125&N=4170) Technology always has the threat of becoming obsolete, but as consumers seek out more value from their purchases brands are responding with products like the MSI 'Cubi 2' Windows mini PC. Designed to be upgraded either immediately or down the line, the MSI 'Cubi 2' mini PC comes packed with a processor like the Intel Core i7-6700T. The system comes preloaded with Microsoft Windows 10 Home Edition and either a solid-state drive or a traditional hard drive to suit needs or budget preferences. The small form factor of the MSI 'Cubi 2' Windows mini PC enable it to be placed almost anywhere and even carried with the user. The energy efficient PC will begin shipping as of March 2016. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upgradable Technology:** Design and create products that are easily upgradable either immediately or down the line to add more value to consumers' purchases. - **Small Form Factor Pcs:** Develop more small form factor PCs that can be placed almost anywhere and carried with the user. - **Energy Efficient Pcs:** Incorporate energy efficient technology into product design to provide sustainability options to consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Computer Hardware:** Create upgradable computer hardware that provides either immediate or down-the-line product upgrades for consumers. - **Consumer Electronics:** Incorporate small form factor and energy efficient technology into consumer electronics products, such as mini PCs like the MSI 'Cubi 2.' - **Sustainability:** Design and implement more sustainable product options, such as energy efficient electronics, to provide environmentally friendly choices to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cost-Effective Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-it8.md) - [Upgradeable Compact Gamer PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zotac-magnus-one.md) - [Powerful User-Upgradable Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acemagic-ad08.md) - [Compact Upgradable PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elitemini-hx90.md) - [Compact Cubic Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/euast-mini-pc.md) - [Low-Cost Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morefine-m9.md) - [Micro Business-Grade Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/msi-pro-dp21-14mq.md) - [Pocket-Sized 4K Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morefine-m6.md) - [Modular Mini Computer Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khadas-mind.md)