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Technology · Consumer gadgets · published 2026-08-27 · via Tom's Hardware

Developer's MacBook lid ad auction surpasses laptop price

An indie developer named Vincent has raised over $3,200 by auctioning advertising space on the lid of a MacBook he doesn't yet own, exceeding the laptop's price. The auction, inspired by earlier projects like BrandMyTesla, has 10 spots and is still open. Vincent says the logos will be seen both online and in person.

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This summary is AI-generated and original to Mobble; the linked article is the authoritative source. Original headline: “Ingenious indie hacker funds $3,000 MacBook purchase by selling advertising space on the lid — sticker space auction has already raised 111% of the price of the laptop.” Browse more stories.