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iVictrola by Matt Richmond – A Unique iPad Speaker from the Last Century

by laser on January 24, 2012

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Apple lovers know that the accessories that enhance the user experience of their gadgets really make a big difference. There are tons of designers and companies out there that are keep coming up with the craziest ideas to fuel these Apple desires.

Today we are going to present another designer masterpiece from the Apple gadgets palette. New York based designer, Matt Richmond fused two technologies from two different centuries into something really cool and created a portable iPad speaker. Named as iVictrola, this unique design piece is made of an antique Magnavox horn that dates from the 1920′s and a hand-carved American walnut docking base.

Matt Richmond poured all his creativity into the visual design, appearance and product functionality. Believe it or not, iVictorla is able to produce crystal-clear, good-quality sounds and does not require electric or battery power at all.

If you can get hold of one of these unique items (unfortunately the speakers were created in limited batches only), you can be sure that your horn is an authentic vintage piece. Your friends and family will be impressed by your sophisticated style for sure. Even your grandparents will like the iVictrola and will drop you a smile…

Soulra XL Converts the Sunshine into Crystal-Clear Sounds

by laser on January 6, 2012

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Here comes a nice gadget for Apple and green energy lovers. The Soulra XL charges and plays your favorite iPod and iPhone almost wherever you want it. You only need a little bit of sunshine though. This wireless sound system relies on a 72-square inch (464 square centimeter) solar panel to harness the Sun’s infinite energy and offers about eight hours of crystal-clear playback via the rechargeable lithium battery.

Believe it or not, it features a set of eight speakers (including two woofers, two tweeters and four passive radiators) that serve an impressive output of 22 watts ensuring all your outdoor activities are properly soundtracked. The built-in shield is there to protect your iPod or iPhone from dirt, sand and water splashes. And lastly another extra: it also comes with a remote control. Your winter and summer travels can definitely benefit from Soulra XL. You ask the price of this portable power machine? It is only $250…

Wallee iPad Wall Mount Keeps it Within Reach

by Ascent on November 7, 2011

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Sometimes it can be hard to think about just how we are able to live without some modern technologies that we might take for granted today. These days with all of the iPads and iPhones and other tech gadgets out there that make all of our questions and answers just a finger tap away we sometimes feel so attached that we need these products wherever we go. Today we’re going to be looking at a product that keep your iPad right there with you in the place that you might need it most. This is the new Wallee iPad Wall Mount.

This product is designed to make your iPad look like a flatscreen TV. Put it on the wall in the kitchen so you can browse your recipes or put it above your tub so that you can easily watch your favorite shows while soaking. The mounting kit is designed so that you’ll be able to rotate your iPad to be used either vertically or horizontally. Just make sure you don’t splash any food or water onto it.

Orime by Nendo is a Rebel Mice From the Future

by laser on October 3, 2011

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Japanese PC and AV accessory manufacturer Elecom got bored of the usual product forms and wanted to create something unique. It teamed up with famous Japanese design office nendo and together they brought Orime to life.

Orime (fold) is a 5-button wireless laser mouse that has only flat surfaces, the conventional multiple curves were out of question. The mouse is available in various colors and was formed as though by folding a piece of paper. The name Orime (fold) comes from this idea. The mouse will give you the impression as if you were looking at a digitally processed image, or a low-resolution CG image popping up from the screen.

The photos presented below might suggest the opposite but these unusual mices will fit comfortably into your hand. We came a long way since the first computer mouse prototype (1964).

Deckster is a Fun and Fashionable Remedy for Naked Wrists

by laser on October 1, 2011

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Canadian husband and wife, Chrys and Dom Coballe love watches, music and fashion. Their unique product concept Deckster is a mélange of all previous three. Deckster is a cool unisex tailoring for your Apple iPod nano. All the planned models, namely First, Funk and Night, will represent a nice marriage between versatile design, quality materials and fine craftsmanship.

The designer couple’s goal was to have everything (aluminum jacket, leather bands and paper packaging) made in North America using sustainable processes. Currently they are collecting funds for their project so the manufacturing can begin soon. The planned retail prices of these trendy iPod nano time pieces will range from $157 to $175. Check out the prototypes and plans below and visit the website of the designers to learn more about the project.

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