# Mobile Gamer Laptops Ben Heck Has Created the XBox 360 Slim Portable for $6,000 By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-10-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-360-slim-portable References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/for-3000-6000-ben-heck-will-build-you-an-xbox-360-slim-portable/) & [news.au](http://www.news.com.au/technology/ben-heck-heckendorm-shows-gamers-how-to-build-a-portable-xbox-360/story-e6frfro0-1225937654346) Ben Heck has done it again with the [XBox 360](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperkin) Slim Portable. This wicked new notebook-style XBox will bring gamers into the light of day with a totally [mobile console](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rog-xbox-ally) they can use just about anywhere. The designer of the XBox Laptop and the [PS3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpcs3-overlay) Laptop has created this XBox 360 Slim Portable with an internal hard drive and 17-inch HD display. To get ahold of one of these sleek systems, be prepared to let go of $3,000 to $6,000 of your hard-earned cash! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Mobile Gaming Laptops:** Mobile gaming laptops are becoming more popular as consumers look for a portable alternative to traditional gaming consoles. - **DIY Portable Consoles:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the market for DIY portable gaming consoles like the ones created by Ben Heck. - **Customized Gaming Technology:** There is a trend towards personalized and customized gaming technology that allows gamers to create unique gaming experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming Industry:** The gaming industry can take advantage of this trend by creating more mobile gaming options and partnerships with companies that provide mobile gaming laptops. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** Companies in the consumer electronics industry can explore opportunities to create innovative portable gaming laptops that appeal to a wider range of customers. - **Custom Electronics Industry:** There is a growing demand for customized electronics, including portable gaming consoles, which presents an opportunity for companies in the custom electronics industry to provide unique, personalized products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Embedded Monitor Gaming Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-box-design-concept.md) - [Fold-Out Portable Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaems-sentinel-pro-xp.md) - [Handheld Console Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-xbox.md) - [Highly Portable Gaming Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-legion-slim.md) - [Handheld PC-Grade Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-xplayer-x1.md) - [Compact Handheld Gaming PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onexplayer-mini.md) - [Accessible Mobile Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayn-loki-mini.md) - [Handheld Gamer Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gpd-win-max-2.md) - [High-Power Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-next.md)