The rapid evolution of portable computing devices has underscored the need for increased flexibility, modularity, and user-centric adaptability in laptops. This research explores the concept of next-generation attachable and detachable add-ons designed to enhance both the functional and experiential dimensions of laptop use. Such modular extensions include input peripherals (joystick, keyboard, touch/mouse pad), multimedia enhancements (camera, sound bar, auxiliary screen), and performance-oriented components (RAM, ROM, graphics card). By enabling dynamic integration and disassembly through standardized hardware interfaces, these modular add-ons promise to expand laptop capabilities without requiring permanent internal upgrades or device replacement. The study investigates the design frameworks, connectivity protocols, ergonomic considerations, and material innovations that can make these modular systems viable, with particular emphasis on reducing energy overhead, ensuring compact portability, and maintaining thermal efficiency. Furthermore, the research examines market feasibility, potential user adoption scenarios, and sustainability implications, highlighting how detachable and customizable laptop ecosystems could redefine next-generation computing—transforming laptops from fixed devices into versatile, adaptive platforms aligned with diverse professional, creative, and entertainment needs.
Gopi et al. (Thu,) studied this question.