Archive for the ‘Cool concepts’ Category
Saturday, August 13th, 2011
(15 votes, average: 3.00 out of 5)
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I have shown you a
single hand use cellphone before, for people with disabilities and here we are again with a similar design, this time created by
Parker Kuncl. Dubbed the Strata + Saturn, this phone uses a design that’s part of the Project Rubik, exploring Kinetic UI technologies and new physical input methods.
As you can see in the photo that shows the back of the phone, it comes with stratified rings, just like the ones of the planet Saturn. This design feature creates a touch-sensitive depression on the back of the handset and the fingers of the user’s hand can control the interface simply by circling a certain ring.
This UI allows one to control the smartphone without having to occupy the touchscreen area. Ever since the PSP Vita was announced, with a back touchpad, I’ve been thinking about phones that leave the front screen alone and let the user control it through the back. And now this technology is here… This is a patent pending design, so expect it to reach real life cellphones at some point.
[via designbuzz]
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Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011
(20 votes, average: 1.85 out of 5)
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Famous designer Mac Funamizu has a summer treat for us, that includes two items: URSLA and BERTHA. URSLA is a futuristic pendant that projects 3D images in the air and it’s able to sync with the mobile phone.
The device shows notifications regarding emails, phone calls, schedule and much more, that will appear in the air for a few seconds. As far as BERTHA goes, the futuristic handset works with the 3D pendant and looks like a pretty hot transparent device. This looks like an iPhone from the future, to be honest and a very cool one for that matter, that looks like it’s made from some crystal or sort of glass.
Just how far we are from hologram handsets we don’t know, but such concepts give us hope that we’re close enough to futuristic gizmos. It will be interesting to see what source of power the pendant uses… maybe wireless charging?
[via Mac Funamizu]
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Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011
(17 votes, average: 2.00 out of 5)
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Here we are with a device meant for people who can’t use both their hands: Orbital Phone. Created by Patricia Tait, Mario Garza, Richard Williams III and Mary-Anna Bowen, this mobile phone is designed for people with disabilities and its form factor fits a lifestyle that’s different from the usual phone owner.
The special design must create a certain balance and accessibility for a user that only relies on one hand for smartphone input. The ergonomic design involves a hourglass frame, that makes the unit easier to hold and work with, only relying on a single frame. You can use the device from either end, so it doesn’t matter how you grab it.
You also get dual microphone and speakers, one at each end, plus there’s a flexible finger loop at the back. This one keeps the device glued to your palm, so you’ll never drop it. You can also rotate the handset in your hand through the same loop. No info on touch interface on this handset, but that’s pretty likely.
[via Designbuzz]
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Tuesday, July 26th, 2011
(18 votes, average: 3.78 out of 5)
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Jakub Záhoř created a very interesting portable PC concept, that acts as a “parasite” (in a good way), taking over glass surfaces and turning them into screens. We simply need to attach the main device to a windows, coffee tablet or any other glass surface and we’ll be all set.
Using the glass area, the device displays an interactive hologram that you can touch to operate. You can take all content, contacts and more with everywhere, display presentations on huge windows and show photos to anyone. This brilliant idea makes me wonder how much battery life this device has and how big a surface it can project on.
If I were to choose a brand for it, I’d say that Microsoft has the expertise to create such a stunning device, but I wouldn’t be surprised if Apple or an Asian company like LG or Samsung did it. The only thing that worries me is getting bacteria from windows or maybe the wet pieces of glasses and how they’ll affect the machine.
[via Yanko Design]
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Sunday, July 17th, 2011
(13 votes, average: 2.15 out of 5)
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It’s been a while since the last
Mac Funamizu concept, but here we are again with the Von phone sketch. This device is sensitive to sound, especially the sound it makes when “knocked on”. As far as size goes, Von is as long as the iPhone, but a bit narrower.
You may knock on the phone to see if you got any new emails or texts and if you really received one of those, Von will knock back. There’s a different sound for each type of message received (text or email). If you shake the handset, you’ll see if you have unread tweets or RSS feeds and the more they are the more the phone rattles.
The idea behind this concept is similar to the one of a kid ratting a candy box to see how many chocolates he’s got left. Another incredibly cool feature is the ability to tap to the rhythm of a song on the screen and the device will recognize the tune simply through your taps. Pretty good idea, I have to say!
[via petitinvention]
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Friday, July 8th, 2011
(55 votes, average: 4.16 out of 5)
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Leonardo Ferraz created the incredible Google Nexus III shown below, a quad core smartphone running Android 2.4 Ice Cream Sandwich. This concept also brings forth a unique feature called smartbar. This is a special taskbar at the bottom that relies on a monochrome display to show missed calls and alerts.
It also show stuff like player controls, track name and the unlock slider. You can use all of these without accessing the main screen, for better power management. The Nexus III (or Nexus 3 if you want) comes with an 8 megapixel CCD camera with dual Xenon and LED Flash and the ability to do 1080p video capture.
The screen is a 4.5 inch display with a 1024 x 768 pixel resolution, while at the inside we find hardware such as the Nvidia Kal-El quad core processor and 32/64GB of internal memory. Connectivity-wise, there’s a HDMI out, NFC, Bluetooth and WiFi. Maybe 4G is also in there and the list ends with dual stereo speakers and GPS. Android 2.4 looks very nice on this unit and I have to say that the back side looks spectacular…
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Wednesday, July 6th, 2011
(14 votes, average: 3.64 out of 5)
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Created by Sudhanwa Chavan, the iRoll cellphone concept follows the design of a scroll from hundreds of years ago. The result is a flexible phone, with a main piece that’s a bit bigger than a pen and an OLED screen that rolls out of it.
There’s also a camera on board and a flexible headset bundled with this handset. Making and receiving phone calls is easy with the flexible headset and the OLED touchscreen is retractable, so you can immediately fit the iRoll into your purse or bag. The main column changes colors to alert you about the battery status.
The camera I mentioned is capable of 360 degree capture, thanks to a ratchet mechanism. 3G support, Bluetooth and the ability to use an expandable memory stick are all features of the iRoll handset.
[via designbuzz]
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Tuesday, July 5th, 2011
(28 votes, average: 4.43 out of 5)
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Joseph Dumary is a name you’ve seen before on this website and now he’s back with a concept console: the PlayStation 4. This device is very eco-friendly, as it uses up 0 watts in standby mode and comes with an ECO Restart function, that allows you save the game and then turn off the console for a quick later play without extra load.
This PlayStation 4 concept is made of 60% recycled materials and features a magnesium alloy and carbon, that makes the device very light (2.1 KG). Its total power usage is about 90 watts, that’s very reasonable. The Sony PS4 you see here is compatible with the PS Vita, that you can use to remote control the new desktop console and browse the Internet or play games from the distance.
This model is also compatible with the Sony S1 and S2 tablets, in case you’re wondering. Its specifications are superb and include a 1.5TB HDD, full 3D 4K2K compatibility, DLNA, 3D Blu-ray support, USB 3.0 connectivity, Bravia Sync, Qriocity, Cloud Saving and much more. There will also be a special Play 4 controller with a light sensor and an option to adjust the rigidity of the analog sticks. Overall this is a beautiful product, that I hope someday will become reality.
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Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
(20 votes, average: 3.30 out of 5)
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Raul Galindo has always liked the world of Tron and after seeing the movie with the same name, he created the Tron Phone. His idea is to create a digital world into a computer, but it was transformed into a phone this time.
The handset is 7mm thick, features a 4 inch touchscreen display (that’s crystal clear) and 3 buttons, that can be used to answer and end calls, plus access the menu. There’s also an optical trackpad on board, 2 cameras (front/rear) with dual Xenon flash, stereo speakers and a microSD slot. The screen on the smarphone uses a technology similar to AMOLED, according to Raul.
You can hear the radio on this handset without having to plug the earbuds, which is something I’ve been waiting for a while now. The edges of the buttons and the body of the handset glow, just like the objects in the movie. A pretty cool concept, especially for TRON fans.
[via Raul Galindo]
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Monday, June 27th, 2011
(53 votes, average: 3.08 out of 5)
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Sometimes it doesn’t take a dual core CPU and a huge display to make an incredible device. The Rimino concept phone proves this, by being simple and practical and also in touch with the emotions of the user. Rimino is a project created by Amid Moradganjeh, from the Institute of Design at Umea University in Sweden.
In an attempt to simplify everything, he created an e-paper-based unit with an UI inspired by print posters. This concept can show various information or features, depending on the place it’s located in, so you can see stuff like time, lighting level, air flow, moisture and much more. Once you bend the phone, the data will be captured and the device will figure out the intentions of its owner.
What I liked the most about this handset is that it allows its user to enter text by simply holding it like a pen and writing on a surface using the corner as a pen tip. Instead of using a standard OS and applications, Rimino uses a “Narrative” as the main page, where tasks and content are listed, in order to be relevant to the user’s current actions and status.
You can find more info in the source link below.
[via rimino]
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