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E-Ink Display Technology Implementation by Continuum

TheFuture — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 06:05:32 +0000

E-Ink is a concept display technology with very thin, durable, flexible and low power attributes, which is also referred to as an electronic paper sometimes. This project is a continuum challenge for the designers to create innovative applications for this unique technology. Among many, we think that one compelling solution was to evolve the E-Ink film into the top exterior of a snowboard, since the riders of snowboards often require information about the mountain they are surfing and don’t want to take the hassle of pulling a compass, maps or other supplies. The E-Ink technology, with the stability and low power attributes, has made it an ideal fit for this application.

Text from Continuum :

Snowboard graphics powered by Piezo generator

The top surface of a snowboard is a perfect place for a changing graphic display. This concept suggests several graphic functions for a snowboard, including a compass, a reminder, directions display, altimeter, and a graphic proximity alarm that can be set by the owner of the board that activates a large “STOLEN” sign that flashes when the board is too far from its owner. The graphics are powered by a Piezo generator embedded inside the board that is activated when the board is flexed.

Pill bottle labels that can display changing information about contents

The Pill Bottle concept seamlessly integrates E-Ink display technology into a common package design. Using E-Ink technology in a prescription bottle label allows the bottle to be reused by recoding the label, thus reducing waste. The clear text also improves prescription legibility and is therefore safer.

The bottle cap serves as the “brains” of the bottle. It contains a tiny battery as well as the microchip where the label information is stored The label in the bottle contains a contact that engages with the bottle cap to activate the graphic. A smaller E-Ink display on the top of the cap is magnified by a clear lens, and helps to quickly identify the contents from above.

Flipping the bottle upside down activates the scale function of the bottle and tells the user how many pills are inside. The ability to weigh the contents helps eliminate mistakes (or theft) by pharmacists. When flipped around the display can also inform the user when they took their last dose as well as how far they are from needing another refill.

Designer : Continuum

Foozi : Friendly Infusion System for Your Child

TheFuture — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:09:38 +0000

Foozi is a friendly infusion system for your child that acts as a customizable “medical friend”, featuring the ability to personalize the experience of a child being in the hospital while maintaining safety and easy using to create a healthy connection with the parents and the medical staff. It is a comprehensive solution for the child’s need of mobility to his or her parents. There is also a particular place in this system to store the toys and other staffs of the child. Foozi features an extraordinary electronic pump fitted between the poles to make it easier to carry. There is a plastic part at the top which prevents the infusion bag from being flipped from site to side, and has an individual place to hang up a drawing of the child.

Designer : Meytal Zemach

KOR One Hydration Vessel : Cool Water Bottle Designed by RKS Design

TheFuture — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 09:15:48 +0000

Who does not want to drink clean water in a stylish water bottle? From the designer of mimique cell phone concept, RKS Design have come up with the KOR ONE Hydration Vessel design which is a new plastic free Bisphenol-A. It is a durable water bottle constructed to support a long product life. This amazing bottle has a special flip top and you can open it in a stylish manner and easily with your one hand. If you are a sports person then it is a must for you. Kor One is made up of BPA free Eastman Tritan that provides clean water to human health.

Designer : RSK Design [ProductPage]

Packet, Foldable Concept Mobile Phone

TheFuture — Wed, 28 May 2008 09:36:52 +0000

These days, cell phones are acquiring new shapes and sizes with new technologies. A new concept of foldable mobile phone has emerged. Packet (the name of the concept phone) has not yet become a reality but once it enters the market it will definitely revolutionize the world. You can easily hold this phone in your hand like a flat square box. When you open the keypads, you can flip it towards right side and left side. In the middle you will have your joystick. Four sides will be opened and again can be packed into one square box. You can see time and latest messages on the top of the square phone even if it is closed. After looking at the pictures, I cannot stop myself imagining this phone in my hands.

Designer : Emir Rıfat Işık

S-Series Mobile Concept Made of Bamboo and Black Acrylic Surround with Brushed Aluminium Buttons.

TheFuture — Tue, 06 May 2008 03:15:25 +0000

S-series mobile concept is not based on today’s range of phones which leaves a lot to be desired in terms of design, the aim of the game being to cram as many functions as possible into a lumpy box of endless buttons.

The S-series however steps back from this approach and sets off in a radically different design direction by combining sleek, sophisticated styling with top quality materials all put together in a compact package, to make the whole experience of looking at and owning the phone just as pleasurable as using it.

The phone is aimed at people who want to stand out and make a statement, without compromising on features. Designed in such a way that almost every key feature, from using the camera to making and receiving calls, is easily operated without the need to flip out the keypad and waste time.

Designer : Simon Enever

Retro Cassette-deck Style Toaster That Fits Your Modern Kitchen

TheFuture — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 08:22:08 +0000

This cassette-deck style toaster designed by Arthur Wu can surely match your modern kitchen. Your toast will pop out every morning just like your mix tape in 1980s technology. I like the top switch and the front cool logo. But I see that the design only have one side heating element, which mean we have to flip to side B to heat both side, and that is impractical. Arthur, want to make comment on this ?