Gadget Concept Design (Part 2)

26. Scarab

Scarab was also designed by David Gonçalves. This concept vehicle features styling straight out of “Tron”. The four wheeled, single passenger vehicle has all of the thrill of a motorcycle with the safety of an enclosed cab. Included in the feature set is the ability to run either on batteries or on a biofuel internal combustion engine.

27. World’s Lightest Cash Register

The EPOS-lite was inspired by the Apple MacBook Air and iPhone. Meant to be installed on a restaurant table, the portable cash register features programmable menu choices, wireless charging, and various payment options. Stephen Allport, the designer, notes on his page that enough interest has been shown in the device that it may be produced.

28. Tuner Time

Tuner Time is a stereo FM radio. The two wheels in the centre control volume and tuning frequency. It also comes with a one-touch operation remote control, pictured beside the Tuner Time. Designed by Mehmet Gozetlik.

29. High End Public Telephone

This design by Nuno Teixeira adopts a minimalist approach to a high end public phone.

30. Universal Charging Dock

The Stream concept by Barton Smith consists of Experience Modules (Media, Memories, Connections, Documents, Creations, Games), a Core Component, Component Modules (processors, memory, graphics, power), a 3.5” Portable Display and Charging Cradle and Universal Charging Base. This product separates computer functions into six categories called ‘experiences’. Currently, if a user wishes to purchase a computer purely for documenting and internet they must accept that it will come with processing power and features well beyond these needs. With the Stream concept users would purchase only the Connections and Documents modules as well as the Core Component to perform only the desired functions. The Connections module also acts as a phone. Visit the product page for more information – there is lots of it.

31. Tima

Tima is a watch concept by Julien Bergignat that allows you to have both a digital display and a classic view of the time. Both displays can be adjusted simultaneously to show the same hour or two different time zones. Thanks to ePaper technology, characters can be displayed on the curved surface of the watch.

32. Amazing Lamp

A simple and and beautiful lamp by Julien Bergignat. The lamp can be lifted out of the stand and used as a portable lighting solution when needed.

33. Suspension Lamp

EQUILIBRIUM – A suspension lamp made of high-density expanded polyurethane with high-gloss paint finish. Balance is created with a solid counterweight in one end that equals the weight of the rest of the lamp. Created by Nuno Teixeira.

34. NOCS MP3 DOCKING STATION

The NOCS MP3 docking station from Nuno Teixeira combines top-notch functionality with an integrated amplifier and tall (43.3″) speakers to deliver superb sound quality.

35. Peripheral Vision Eyeglasses

The Nike Hindsight gives bicyclists a pair of bifocals for their peripheral vision. By using Fresnel lenses on the sides, riders can detect motion in a field of vision beyond the normal human limit of 180º. The obvious benefit is in the early warning of approaching vehicles, but a less obvious advantage is reducing the necessary head rotation to check behind. By Billy May.

36. Time Tuner

Time Tuner is a table clock which plays music that you can upload via a USB cable. It it also a programmable alarm clock that will work with your uploaded music. Designed by Mehmet Gozetlik. The Time Tuner is based on the linear flow of time and is using one single indicator for both minutes and hours. The light of the numbers turns on when this indicator starts to move along and the lines between the lightened numbers of the clock and the indicator shows the minute. The minutes are shown in double lines group; one for quarters and the other for 10 minutes for a convenient time reading. The gray line indicates the time of the alarm and it is shorter than the red line, which shows the time.

37. Futuristic Bike Rack

Bike rack designed for New York City Racks Design Competition. Designed by Nikita Gutsalenko.

38. Equinox Watch Concept Design

Another fantastic concept design by Nuno Teixeira. This watch is purpose-built to line up all of its dials like a sundial when the sun is directly above the equator at both the autumn and spring equinoxes.

39. Portable PC with Projector

The Portable PC is an amazing concept by Jinwoo Han. If you are a little sick of having to arrange in advance for a digital projector at a meeting or tradeshow, you’ll love the Portable PC concept. Computer, keyboard, and projector all in one device. Use the back of the airline seat in front of you as your digital display. The laptop without the lap.

40. Credit Card Piggy Bank

Created by Denis Bostandzic. The Credit Card Piggy Bank could be used privately to transfer money to your credit card, or publicly as a means of donation collection.

41. Suspension Lamp

The PALA suspension lamp is made of high-density expanded polyurethane. Provides a pleasant, indirect light.

42. Steampunk My GPS

The GPS Pathquest was designed to eliminate the need to ask for directions. A double-screen display unit which is constructed to look like a compass with E-Ink for conserving battery power is tricked out with brass accents that satisfy our inner Steampunks. Pocket-sized and discreet, the PathQuest relies on Google Maps for navigation. Designed by Kyle Fleischhacker.

43. Sleek EGG Phone

The Egg Phone by Roman Tubl offers incredible features like the screen which turns opaque once the phone is inactive or turned off. There is also a USB connector at the bottom of the phone which makes it easy to connect this phone to any device for data storage.

44. Sled Vehicle Concept

This Sled Vehicle Concept was created by Norio Fujikawa. We’re not sure what is propelling this sled design, but it certainly looks cool.

45. Marguerite Bicycle Stand Design

This is a creative idea by Yoann Henry Yvon. The design is meant to emulate the petals of a daisy and its centre.

46. Futuristic Bridge

This project was the winning entry in an international open design competition for a new bridge across the river Dodder in central Dublin. The concept of the bridge is to create a hybrid of infrastructure and public amenity by providing generous seating and deck width across the span for pedestrians to pause and enjoy the views of the river. Designed by NEX architecture.

47. MIESROLO, The First Dynamic Cantilever Chair

This design took 1st place in the Wood Agency Design Contest Belgrade 2008, the University of Belgrade’s Award for Best Scientific-Professional Work in 2006/07, and a Golden Key Awards (sitting furniture and innovative concept) at Belgrade Int. Furniture Fair 2006 / 2007, ULUPUDS diploma 2007. Folds in on itself for easy storage. By Uros Vitas.

48. Audi O

The 2008 Audi O concept was designed by Ondrej Jirec, a design student from the Czech Republic who is beginning studies at the Art Center College of Design, Pasadena, California in 2008. The car design was inspired by the iPod. This bad boy features the mother of all audio systems with internet connectivity for downloading music onto the built-in 650 GB hard drive, a Bluetooth system for connecting two or more Audi O cars together, making for the largest rolling club ever. Best yet, it comes completely decked out with a couple of DJ decks and mixer.

49. Aerodynamic Concept Car

This is an airflow concept design by Pierre Sabas. It features smooth and contoured lines that run throughout the entire car. The artist writes: “I believe that space sensation doesn’t depend on the size of the volume we are in but on the perception we have of the environment. Therefore, based on my structural solution, we can imagine new solutions in terms of design and driving experience.”

50. BRB Evolution Concept Car

The BRB Evolution concept car is not only capable of fitting into tight spots with it’s Dyson vacuum-like design, but it’s also intended to be “green.” BRB would be powered by electricity or hydrogen. Designer David Bailey drew inspiration from the Lamborghini Murcielago and the Peugeot 908.

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Stunning IPhone 5 Design Concept

Here we go again: Chinese whispers whistling in the wind about the new iPhone 5 hitting stores some time in September. While the world waits for comfirmation from Apple, some creatives have taken the liberty to think up their own iPhone 5 concepts. Most are moderately realistic, some futuristic, and a handful of these designs are made to push boundaries. At least, wishful thinking still counts for something these days.

Let’s not waste any more time alright? Feast your eyes on these delectable iPhone 5 concepts that can help keep you busy until the real one hits stores. Name your favorite in the Comments section.

Liquid Metal

A concept developed by NAK Studio, this Liquid iPhone 5 LM features a monstrous 4.5" widescreen, a Quad-core A6 chip, a vritual home button that disappears in landscape mode, and a 10-MP camera. It’s also 1.4 mm thinner than the current iPhone, giving it a sleek, classy look.

Transparent iPhone 5

This is by far one of the most unique and creative concepts out there for the upcoming iPhone 5. Such a design would revolutionize smartphone designs forever. Apart from a see-through retina display, it features a Quad-core A5 chip, the latest iOS, a virtually projected keyboard for better typing, and augmented reality.

Chicken iPhone 5 concept

This concept has a lot of shine to it. This iPhone 5 vision involves an elongated Home button, a slim, rectangular design featuring a 4-inch display. At 7-mm thickness and a 10-megapixel iSight camera at the back, plus a 5MP one at the front, this concept is as optimized as it can get.

White iPhone 5

Time to add a slight curve to the iPhone design. To cater for the ergonomic change, the camera is now placed right in the middle, topside. When viewed from the back of the phone, the design is very similar to Apple’s Magic Mouse.

Square iPhone 5

From the curvy to super boxy, this Square iPhone 5 concept instead features a tiny round touchscreen Home button. The "Home" button is digital and can show you icon apps on it (one icon at a time) which users can slide up to open. It can also be used to show the "Weather" and "Time" in Sleep mode.

Asymmetrical iPhone 5

This design is interesting as it goes from traditional rectangle or curved designs to one with a more unique touch to it. One side of the phone has corners while the other doesn’t. The side "+" and "-" buttons are more embedded into the side design. Asymmetry aside, there isn’t much else to add to the concept, but what a concept this is.

The Verge iPhone 5

This concept was built on rumours that kept pouring in from all side – designed by the folks over at "This is My Next". The sketch suggested a screen of 3.7-inches, which will occupy the entire (or near it) front of the phone, leaving almost no bezel. The Home button doubles as a gesture area and you won’t find any buttons on the side of the phone.

The New iPhone

The "New iPhone" concept is based on the hoards of rumors coming in regarding the iPhone 5 having a ‘confirmed’ 4.0" inch screen. It supports 4G LTE without a SIM card, features two panel speakers, an integrated Home button and it’s large display screen allows for desktop space.

iPhone SJ

One of the most realistic mockup in this whole group, if you see this for the first time you would probably think it is the real deal. The notable differences I can see are a little more round bezel around the corners, new side buttons along with a polycarbonated lightweight body. if you haven’t figured it out, the SJ stands for Steve Jobs, the source of inspiration for this mockup design.

iPhone 5G

The best things I like about this concept are the various colors, as everyone has different favorite colors. The features of this concept include an 8-megapixel camera with HD capture, and (I assume) an Apple A5 dual-core CPU.
This iPhone 5 uses a single part casing that is made out of magnesium, for a very lightweight design.

iPhone Full Screen

This model, made by Alternative Industries (according to design measurements given by the artist) measures a mere 4 mm in thickness and takes the whole idea of a bezel out of the design. The size of the screen is approximately around 4.0 inches by the looks of it. The pleasures of browsing online and watching a movie on this iPhone 5 concept would be an amazing experience.

Size Zero iPhone 5

This concept comes from Italy, courtesy of Antonello Falcone. The idea is based on a bigger display, something around 4.6" inch, built on a curved glass display giving the device a reduced thickness of 8.4 mm. Another major change is the replacement of the physical "Home" button with a softer touch area.

HTC-Like iPhone 5

Will the thought of having a larger display screen push iPhone makers to adopt HTC’s design style for the new iPhone 5? I doubt it. You can tell I’m not a huge fan of this concept but with a larger screen rumored in the mix, this is a viable design to consider.

Future iPhone

This may not be the best render out there, yet it serves as a good concept of the upcoming iPhone 5. A traditional white color would be great, considering the popularity of a white iPhone 4. Speculating, looking at the image, there is a notable larger screen as is predicted for the iPhone 5, however, one thing I notice is that the "On/Off" power switch is shifted to the left-hand side rather at the default right.

Simplistic Silver

The concept has an LED light on the lower right side (next to the "Home" button) to notify you of the smartphone’s functioning mode, orange for no service or connection, green for good battery life, red for low, and flash white for new notifications.

iPhone 5 Concept

The thickness of this iPhone measures around an amazing 6.35mm while the length comes to close to 6 cm. It looks more like a pouch than a phone.

iPhone Spyder

This iPhone concept takes things to a whole new level and incorporates the use of a spider-like stick-on design. This makes it more of a jewellry, a bracelet if you will, rather than a phone. In my opinion, the screen would be flexible and very resilient, probably with a 3-inch diagonal or close to that.

iPhone 5 Alleged

This design is similar to the current iPhone and has a much more similarity to the current iPod Touch. The representation here, however, does show a 4-inch screen that preserves Apple’s current screen ratio. The design is thicker at the top and slightly reduced at the bottom. We’ll see if this is close to the real very soon.

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