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Designer Keep

Designer Keep featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 

Noto

Noto is an electronic paper display for offices and personal workspaces. Mounted on a wall with magnets, Noto works as a meeting room sign, and a red screen indicates that a room is occupied. Placed on a desk with the integrated rotating ring stand, Noto shows to-do lists and calendars in portrait or landscape orientation. The three-color screen is free of glare and uses power only when the content is refreshed. Content is updated remotely over a wireless network. Three AA batteries last one to two years. The body is made of recyclable matte ABS.

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Panini101

Panini101 is a desktop fast charger shaped like a miniature early computer tower. A transparent viewing window reveals the internal components, in contrast to the closed form of most modern electronics. A magnetic door and a stable desktop form invite handling and curiosity. Gallium nitride power architecture and adaptive charging protocols allow output up to 100 W and the charging of several devices at once. The enclosure is made of injection molded flame retardant PC ABS. The intent is to rebuild emotional connection between people and technology.

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Spark Ling

Spark Ling is a wearable learning companion for children. The device weighs 106 grams and has an ABS body, a magnetic case and a neck strap with a safety buckle. A 2.83 inch paper-like screen limits visual strain, while a voice-first interface and two tactile buttons keep the interaction simple. On-device processing recognizes more than 100000 objects and analyzes voice tone locally, which supports privacy. A 1600mAh battery allows up to seven days of standby. Learning is linked to real objects and outdoor exploration.

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Bipro

Bipro is a smart fitness device designed for home exercise. Bipro uses bi-directional laser projection to display images on both the wall and the floor. The extended interaction space supports immersive indoor fitness for different age groups, from children to older adults. A motion capture system based on computer vision recognizes hand and foot movements. Arm gestures control the on-wall display, while foot movements control the ground display. Users can jump into a marked area to start or continue an activity. The L-shaped body uses the internal space efficiently.

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Nostalx

Nostalx is a retro-style Bluetooth speaker that combines music playback with multi-band radio reception. The control system includes two knobs, three buttons and a multi-position switch. The left knob selects radio channels, while the right knob adjusts volume and turns the speaker off at the minimum setting. The multi-position switch moves between Bluetooth, FM, AM and SW modes. The shell can be made of colored plastic, wood or frosted acrylic. Nostalx replaces digital displays with tactile controls to create a sensory listening experience.

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Fanora

Fanora is a smart switch panel for home control. The form follows a traditional Chinese folding fan, with the ribs acting as panel support and the fan surface as the control area. The main body is made of 6063 aluminium alloy with a sandblasted and anodised finish. Eight buttons are shaped by CNC machining and have a fine sand textured surface that resists fingerprints. A pendant of natural Hetian jade holds concealed sensors that adjust lighting and air conditioning. A long press on the scene button saves the current settings for later recall.

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