21 Inc Bitcoin Computer Pre-Orders Begin
Consumer device for bitcoin mining and microtransactions available for pre-order at $400.
On September 10, 2015, 21 Inc opened pre-orders for its Bitcoin Computer, a consumer-focused device designed to integrate mining capabilities and facilitate microtransactions. The product aimed to bring Bitcoin to everyday users by embedding mining functionality into a plug-and-play hardware device. Although the actual mining output was modest, the Bitcoin Computer symbolized the push for broader adoption and tangible user interaction with Bitcoin.
Pre-orders generated media attention, sparking discussions about accessibility, utility, and the practicality of personal mining.For the community, the launch reinforced the notion that Bitcoin’s ecosystem was expanding beyond professional mining and trading into consumer-facing innovation, laying the groundwork for future applications in payments, IoT, and educational engagement.