Deals - Yanko Design https://www.yankodesign.com Modern Industrial Design News Sun, 02 Jun 2024 15:45:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 Ultimate 140W GaN Travel Adapter gives you Power to Charge All Your Devices Anywhere You Go https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/06/02/ultimate-140w-gan-travel-adapter-gives-you-power-to-charge-all-your-devices-anywhere-you-go/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ultimate-140w-gan-travel-adapter-gives-you-power-to-charge-all-your-devices-anywhere-you-go Mon, 03 Jun 2024 01:45:49 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=492713

Ultimate 140W GaN Travel Adapter gives you Power to Charge All Your Devices Anywhere You Go

 It’s 2024, and if you’re still carrying multiple plugs, charging cables, and a travel adapter every time you visit a different country, you’re living...
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It’s 2024, and if you’re still carrying multiple plugs, charging cables, and a travel adapter every time you visit a different country, you’re living an incomplete life. Chargers have evolved over the years, charging bricks have become slimmer and more powerful, and something as simple as the SWIFT PRO can technically charge your phone, tablet, laptop, handheld gaming device, and AirPods together at the same time, anywhere in the world. The world’s only travel adapter running on 4th-gen GaN technology, the SWIFT PRO offers a staggering 140W of power that can charge multiple devices at the same time. That amount of power is enough to even fast-charge all your devices together, so you’re never waiting hours to get your iPad or smartphone fully charged. Moreover, it works internationally, and is the same size as your regular travel adapter, eliminating the need to travel with multiple charging bricks… or even work from home with a cluttered power strip and multiple plugs and wires strewn across your desk.

Designer: iBlockCube Team

Click Here to Buy Now: $68 $103 (34% off) Hurry! Only 13 of 105 left.

The iBlockCube SWIFT PRO may look like your average travel adapter, but it’s also an all-in-one charging solution. Designed with a multi-plug framework that lets it work with different socket types across multiple countries, the SWIFT PRO slides right into your backpack or travel bag, going everywhere you go. In fact, it’s good enough to use at home too, helping you charge multiple devices together. Like any traditional travel adapter, it has switches on the side that let you deploy the plug type depending on what country you are in. It has a universal AC outlet too, allowing you to plug in appliances, chargers, or other devices, but look to its bottom and you’ll see three USB-C ports for connecting devices and gadgets directly to the SWIFT PRO. A USB-A port on the side gives you the ability to hook yet another device, allowing you to plug a total of 5 gadgets at the same time.

The reason the SWIFT PRO can handle 5 concurrent gadgets is thanks to 4th gen GaN technology. A replacement for silicon carbide, GaN has much better power efficiency as a semiconductor material, helping deliver energy without heat loss. This means more powerful, and thinner charging blocks. The SWIFT PRO has an overall output of 140W, which makes it powerful enough to simultaneously fast-charge your laptop, phone, AND a tablet – something that clunky chargers couldn’t do 10 years ago.

This effectively translates to being able to travel light. All you need is the SWIFT PRO along with a few cables for your devices. The plug on the front can be used for a hairdryer or charging your electric razor while traveling, while the USB-C and USB-A ports on the bottom and sides can effectively juice your laptop, phone, tablet, and AirPods or Watch all together. Two of the USB-C ports can output up to 140W, letting you divert full power to a single laptop, while a third USB-C port caps at 20W, and the USB-A port caps at 18W. Plug multiple devices in and the SWIFT PRO automatically adjusts power delivery to each device, ensuring that all your gadgets get the right amount of fast-charging capacity. The charger will also intuitively cap the power to match your device’s highest charging requirements, protecting your gadgets from damage.

The AC outlet on the front outputs 1000W at 100V and 2500W at 250V, complying with global standards. The 140W gets distributed between the USB ports. The SWIFT PRO is perfect for charging all your gadgets, whether it’s the traditional laptop, tablet, phone, watch, and TWS earbuds, or even a drone, camera, handheld gaming device, hairdryer, or electric razor. A 10A dual-fuse keeps your devices safe from surges, and the GaN semiconductor doesn’t heat up as much as silicon carbide, ensuring efficient power delivery.

The SWIFT PRO comes in 3 color options, white, black, and tinted transparent. The travel adapter measures 3.5 inches tall, 1.9 inches wide, 2.1 inches deep, making it small enough to easily travel with. Each SWIFT PRO also ships with a small travel pouch for your adapter, and a lanyard cable that opens up to transform into a USB-C to USB-C charging cable just in case you end up running short! The SWIFT PRO is priced at a discounted $68 and ships globally starting July 2024.

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Snapmaker unveils a powerful all-in-one desktop device for 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC, for its 8th anniversary https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/06/01/snapmaker-unveils-a-powerful-all-in-one-desktop-device-for-3d-printing-laser-cutting-and-cnc-for-its-8th-anniversary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=snapmaker-unveils-a-powerful-all-in-one-desktop-device-for-3d-printing-laser-cutting-and-cnc-for-its-8th-anniversary Sun, 02 Jun 2024 01:45:41 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=491761

Snapmaker unveils a powerful all-in-one desktop device for 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC, for its 8th anniversary

To celebrate 8 years of cutting-edge devices that have helped the creative community build like never before, Snapmaker announces a Premium version of their flagship...
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To celebrate 8 years of cutting-edge devices that have helped the creative community build like never before, Snapmaker announces a Premium version of their flagship Artisan all-in-one making device. The Artisan, which debuted in 2022, is a multipurpose desktop device that laser cuts, 3D prints, and even CNC machines all thanks to a compact form factor and a brilliant modular design that lets you swap out 3D printing, CNC, and laser modules whenever you need. A whopping 400x400x400mm work area means you can create, prototype, or set up a factory line right on your table, and the Artisan Premium now features an upgraded 40W laser module that’s 4x more powerful than the one on its 2022 model. Along with this, the company is also ushering in its 8th anniversary with a 48-hour Makerathon event that fans can watch online, coupled with offers, gifts, and a referral program that gets you rewards!

Designer: The Snapmaker Design Team

Click Here to Buy Now: $2,599 $2999 ($400 off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!

The Artisan Premium is Snapmaker’s top-of-the-line creating tool. A 3-in-1 device that prints, engraves/etches, and CNC machines, the Artisan Premium offers a large work area and still saves space by offering so many functions in one workstation. An all-metal design ensures factory-grade precision, an enclosure contains the dust and protects your eyes from laser damage, and a control unit with a 7″ touchscreen allows you to easily operate the Artisan with ease. On the inside, a modular interface lets you plug in any of Snapmaker’s variousmodules, giving the Artisan its functions.

3D Printing: Thanks to the optimized transmission system and motion control algorithm, Artisan features a high dimensional accuracy when printing at a high speed.

Laser: Coming with the 10W Laser Module, Artisan is capable of faster and deeper cutting on more materials, and delivering refined laser engraving.

CNC: The high-rigidity linear modules and high-speed spindle empower the CNC module to carve or cut smoothly on various materials with a high dimensional accuracy.

The new 40W laser module is now more powerful than ever, allowing you to cut through thicker and tougher materials faster, giving you mastery over paper, fabric, leather, wood, plastic, metal, brick, glass, and many more materials. The 3D printer features a dual-extruder design that lets you print in multiple colors or add different material supports, and the 200W CNC machine is perfect for subtractive prototyping from wood, or even soft metal and stone. The 400x400x400 working area gives you the ability to build large-scale models, and the inclusion of an air pump in the Premium variant helps clear the working area while the Artisan is doing its job.

Along with the reveal of the Artisan Premium, which goes on sale on May 28th with an MSRP of $2999 USD, or €3299 EUR (vat included) if you’re in Europe, Snapmaker is even holding a 48-hour Makerathon with the theme “Play Well” that reflects the company’s roots in fun and exploration and its ongoing commitment to innovation and creativity. Held on 31st May and 1st June, the Makerathon will see Snapmaker’s entire company divided into 10 teams that will then participate in a series of challenges where they’re required to “Make Something Wonderful”. The event will stream on Snapmaker’s Facebook page, and will also coincide with Snapmaker’s Print & Play Challenge, a video contest that all Snapmaker users can participate in.. All you need to do is print anything you can play with (toys, games, music instruments, etc.) and film a video of yourself playing with it. The first five submissions will be screened at the Makerathon, and the Print & Play Challenge will continue all the way up until the 16th of June or Father’s Day. You can participate in the Print & Play Challenge, or even visit Snapmaker’s website to explore tonnes of new content, including printable 3D models of Snapmaker’s 3-in-1 machines, massive discounts on all products, and a referral program that offers a FREE 1064nm IR Laser Module to anyone whose friend buys an Artisan Premium.

Click Here to Buy Now: $2,599 $2999 ($400 off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!

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Tiny Titanium Pocket Knife is smaller than a Key, and uses a Replaceable Blade Design https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/05/31/tiny-titanium-pocket-knife-is-smaller-than-a-key-and-uses-a-replaceable-blade-design/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tiny-titanium-pocket-knife-is-smaller-than-a-key-and-uses-a-replaceable-blade-design Sat, 01 Jun 2024 01:45:36 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=492600

Tiny Titanium Pocket Knife is smaller than a Key, and uses a Replaceable Blade Design

 I swear these pocket knives keep getting smaller and smaller, but remain just as fascinating and sharp. Meet the Tiflex, a knife so tiny...
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I swear these pocket knives keep getting smaller and smaller, but remain just as fascinating and sharp.

Meet the Tiflex, a knife so tiny you could hold it using just two fingers. Designed to be compact enough to fit on your keychain, the Tiflex is a petite little knife that shouldn’t be underestimated. It packs a titanium body and houses a scalpel blade on the front, known for its deceptive sharpness. If you’ve ever used an Xacto Knife, imagine having the same kind of blade in a form factor small enough for you to carry safely with you and use for everything from opening boxes to cutting ropes and even self-defense.

Designer: Titaner

Click Here to Buy Now: $42 $65 (35% off) Hurry! Only 33 of 100 left.

Open and close the Tiflex with a single hand

Measuring a little more than 2 inches when closed, the Tiflex might be tiny, but it’s still rather immaculately designed. It comes with a flipper that makes one-hand opening easy – the flipper even acts as a finger rest to prevent your index finger from ever accidentally touching the blade’s edge – and even has a frame lock that prevents the blade from shutting while in use. All this packs itself in a design small enough that even your house keys look larger in comparison. Now you’re probably worrying about ergonomics.

The problem with small knives is that they have small handles, which can be annoying to hold, but that’s where the Tiflex achieves a pretty good balance. The knife’s handle is 2.1 inches, and along with the blade, the knife measures 3.7 inches from tip to base. Even for that small size, the Tiflex is fairly handy to hold and use. Sure, you can’t measure it against much larger, more ergonomic knives, but the Tiflex offers convenience instead, with its compact form factor. The knife is perfect for outdoor use, craft, EDC-adjacent activities, or even for self-defense. The sharp scalpel blade plays its role wonderfully in that regard, giving you a knife that feels effortless to use.

The scalpel blade, often made with either high-carbon steel or hardened tempered stainless steel, is known for its versatility. You can use the Tiflex to cut paper, leather, plastic ties, ropes, or even seatbelts. The sharp edge can carve wood too, and that hook shape comes in handy for piercing or clawing. Hold the knife upside down like you would a karambit (with the blade emerging from the base of your grip) and it’s perfect for self-defense too, allowing you to potentially get out of a messy situation quickly.

The entire knife is made out of just 5 parts, including the blade. The handle, hinge, and blade holder are all machined from solid titanium, making the overall knife extremely light at just 6.6 grams or 0.2 ounces, but still rather durable. The knife is impervious to damage, is waterproof, corrosion-proof, and can last decades. However, the blade won’t, but that’s why the Tiflex comes with a replaceable blade design.

The clever frame lock ensures the knife’s blade stays in its open position while you use it

The replaceable blade format is great for the Tiflex for a bunch of reasons. Sharpening knives is an art that not many people have the skill or patience for, and sharpening a tiny knife like the Tiflex can be even more of a challenge. Scalpel blades come in a variety of shapes and you can buy them in bulk, replacing the Tiflex’s blade whenever it gets dull, or if you want to swap out its hook shape for something a little different. There are quite a few blade designs to choose from, and they’re all compatible with the Tiflex. All you need to do is take the old blade out and pop a new one in and it locks in place. This ensures you can use the Tiflex for years just by replacing the blade every few months, and it also means the Tiflex is inherently TSA-friendly and flight-safe, because you can simply ditch the blade and carry the rest of the knife with you on board.

The chances of you accidentally carrying your Tiflex on board a plane are pretty high because of just how ludicrously little it is. It’s designed to be attached to your keychain and forgotten about until you need a knife. That’s honestly the best kind of knife – one that’s there when you need it and gone when you don’t. Designed by the folks at Titaner, the Tiflex comes in both right-handed as well as left-handed variants, so you can choose the style of knife based on your dominant hand. The knife is originally priced at $65, but backers can grab the Tiflex at a special discounted price of $42, with 10 scalpel blades included, and global shipping starting July 2024.

Click Here to Buy Now: $42 $65 (35% off) Hurry! Only 33 of 100 left.

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Experience Pure Sound and Fresh Air with the Moss Echo: The Ultimate Air-Purifying Wireless Speaker https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/05/30/experience-pure-sound-and-fresh-air-with-the-moss-echo-the-ultimate-air-purifying-wireless-speaker/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=experience-pure-sound-and-fresh-air-with-the-moss-echo-the-ultimate-air-purifying-wireless-speaker Fri, 31 May 2024 01:45:07 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=491721

Experience Pure Sound and Fresh Air with the Moss Echo: The Ultimate Air-Purifying Wireless Speaker

Nature and tech are almost always at odds. Technology is fast-moving, often focused on productivity/entertainment and nothing else. Nature, on the other hand, is a...
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Nature and tech are almost always at odds. Technology is fast-moving, often focused on productivity/entertainment and nothing else. Nature, on the other hand, is a more immovable force that nourishes you and teaches you patience. It isn’t common to see the both of them intertwined together seamlessly, but the folks at MOSSLAB seem to have figured out the impossible. Designed to be a smart display, a speaker, an alarm clock, an air purifier, and also a living plant, the Moss Echo intertwines both shrubbery and silicon into one unique solution. The tabletop device is characterized by a wall of moss – the plant responsible for 30% of all the oxygen we breathe – but power it on and an LED screen comes to life right through the moss facade. This acts as the Moss Echo’s display interface, while the device itself works as an alarm, wireless speaker, and an air purifier that relies on real living greenery to cleanse the air you breathe and help relieve stress.

Designer: Yoonsang Kim of Mosslab

Click Here to Buy Now: $199 $299 ($100 off). Hurry, only 263/400 left! Raised over $158,000.

Moss Echo goes beyond the typical utilitarian smart device. Yes, it displays the time, functions as an alarm clock, and lets you play music or podcasts via Bluetooth. But the real star of the show is the moss itself. Nestled within a replaceable filter, this actual living plant isn’t just decorative; it serves as a natural air purifier. The moss’s tiny structures efficiently absorb pollutants, releasing clean air back into your environment, while filling your room with the natural scent of flora that is known to be an instant stress-buster.

Perfect for having by your bedside, living room, or even on your work-table, the Moss Echo helps keep you calm. While the wall of moss itself looks delightful, it works in tandem with the built-in wireless speaker to calm and recharge you. Moss Echo’s companion app lets you play soothing nature sounds while the display accompanies it with visuals to match. You can even choose between different visualizations for the speaker, or set a sleep mode that cues the device to gradually lower its audio before turning off within half an hour.

Moss is considered to be the world’s oldest plant, and by that logic, can be said to be responsible for all natural life because of its first ability to synthesize oxygen from carbon dioxide. Even though it’s so small, it’s arguably much more effective than plants thousands of times larger than itself. Just two hours of exposing indoor air to moss can reduce fine dust by 90%, VOCs (volatile organic compounds) by 60%, and CO2 by 40%.

The living moss and LEDs coexist together in mutually beneficial ways. The LEDs use a proprietary light pole technology that actually boosts the moss’ photosynthesis capabilities by 20%, allowing it to clean air more efficiently, while the moss adds a touch of greenery to the otherwise industrial-looking LED panel, creating an illusion of the plants actually lighting up to display the time or respond to music and other cues.

The magic is evident when you water the moss by spraying it with mist with the smart sprayer that comes along with the Echo. Moss Echo’s LED screen reacts to the user every time water is sprayed and shows various interactive graphics. The moss itself comes to life too in no time too, opening up and spreading its distinct plant-like smell in the air. The screen can additionally be personalized to display other things too, when sitting dormant. You can choose to have something as utilitarian as a clock, or opt for calming elements like clouds or a sunrise/sunset or even dandelions. If you have a child around the house, the Moss Echo’s screen can even display a cute avatar cartoon that looks around with animated eyes.

The Moss Echo’s design also strikes that beautiful balance, with the wall of moss on the front interspersed with the LED matrix, encased within a sleek box-shaped design that comes in either black or white. Buttons on the top, along with an elegant linear knob let you access the Moss Echo’s features and control playback. LEDs also give you status indications, like WiFi and Bluetooth connection, or even when the moss needs watering Under the dynamic green matrix lies a powerful set of audio drivers that draw their thump from a 120 Mhz Qualcomm® Kalimba™ DSP, providing a high-performance 24-bit mono audio interface.

The Moss Echo comes from the folks at MOSSLAB, who designed the mini vertical forest Moss Air last year that used the power of moss to clean and humidify your air. The Echo is the company’s next logical step, bringing nature to the omnipresent wireless speaker in a way that goes well beyond just listening to music or having one or two potted plants.

Each Moss Echo comes with a USB-C cable to power it, and a smart spray bottle that tells the Echo’s display to react when it’s spritzed with water (your regular plant could never!) To ensure that the Moss Echo can withstand the water, the light poles or LEDs are built to be waterproof, and to keep your moss alive, it’s recommended you mist it 2-3 times every day. However, it’s an incredibly resilient species too, capable of enduring up to 6 months without moisture. Once watered, it quickly springs back to life, resuming photosynthesis to sustain its vitality. The Moss Echo starts at $179 for a single unit and ships globally.

Click Here to Buy Now: $199 $299 ($100 off). Hurry, only 263/400 left! Raised over $158,000.

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Transform Your Bread Baking: DoughBed Ensures Perfect Proofing Every Time https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/05/29/transform-your-bread-baking-doughbed-ensures-perfect-proofing-every-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=transform-your-bread-baking-doughbed-ensures-perfect-proofing-every-time Thu, 30 May 2024 01:45:05 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=491286

Transform Your Bread Baking: DoughBed Ensures Perfect Proofing Every Time

As bakers, we often grapple with unpredictable bread dough. To shape a great loaf, mastering the art of mixing and fermenting a perfect batch of...
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As bakers, we often grapple with unpredictable bread dough. To shape a great loaf, mastering the art of mixing and fermenting a perfect batch of dough is essential. This initial proofing stage, also known as bulk proofing, is pivotal and, unfortunately, one of the most challenging steps in bread baking. It can take home bakers months or even years to develop the skill to recognize a well-fermented dough. So, the question arises: how can we consistently proof our dough correctly and ensure confident baking every time?

Designer: Sourhouse (Erik Fabian & Jennifer Yoko Olson)

Click Here to Buy Now: $185 $225 ($40 off). Hurry, deal ends in 72-hours! Raised over $260,000.

Meet DoughBed by Sourhouse – your new best friend in the kitchen. Rest assured that the problem isn’t your dough; it’s the inconsistent temperature of your kitchen. Kitchens are often too cold, and the temperatures fluctuate, making it challenging to stick to a proofing schedule. This ingenious tool solves the problem by warming your bread dough by approximately 5-10°F (3-6°C) and sustaining that temperature. DoughBed combines a warming mat, a glass dough bowl, and a cork lid to create the ideal proofing environment.

Mat + Bowl + Lid = The Perfect Proofing Solution

The warming mat ensures your dough is gently and evenly warmed to 75-82°F (24-28°C), the ideal temperature range for fermentation. This consistent warmth transforms the proofing process from unpredictable to reliable, giving you confidence in your baking. The cork insulation in the mat and lid prevents heat loss, directing the warmth where it’s needed most – your dough. This innovative design means your dough will stay warm, not your counter or the surrounding air.

DoughBed combines a warming mat, a glass dough bowl, and a cork lid to create an efficient warming solution. The dough bowl has a wide bottom so your dough is gently and evenly warmed to 75-82°F (24-28°C) by the mat below.

The glass dough bowl’s oval shape is inspired by traditional wooden dough bowls, offering an ergonomic and pleasant experience for mixing, folding, and kneading. This shape allows you to get underneath the dough and move it around easily, much like a trough. The bowl’s transparency is another thoughtful feature, letting you keep a watchful eye on your dough as it bubbles and rises. Seeing the fermentation process helps bakers become more intuitive and skilled over time.

The warming mat is made with cork to prevent heat loss into your cold counter.

With consistent dough temperatures, you can say goodbye to inconsistent proofing times. By keeping your dough at a steady temperature, you’ll know exactly when it’s ready to shape. This predictability is a game-changer, whether you’re baking with sourdough starter or commercial yeast. Consistent dough temperature sets you up for repeated success, turning baking into a more enjoyable and less stressful activity.

Oval = the Best Shape for Dough Handling

This design also considers practicality and sustainability. It’s energy-efficient, operating at just 10W via a USB plug, which means it can be used anywhere in the world with a local USB-to-wall adapter. This low energy consumption makes it one of the most sustainable ways to proof dough at home. The use of materials like cork and glass further enhances its eco-friendly profile.

When it comes to storage, it’s compact and convenient. The warming mat’s cable can be neatly tucked into a pocket on the bottom side, and all parts fit inside the bowl, making it easy to store in any kitchen space. Whether you place it in a drawer, a vertical cabinet, or even under the oven, it won’t clutter your kitchen.

DoughBed makes proofing a delight rather than a challenge. By providing a consistent and controlled environment, it ensures your dough ferments perfectly every time. With this, you’ll find that baking bread becomes a more reliable and enjoyable process, enabling you to serve up great loaves with confidence. Bakers, embrace this innovation by Sourhouse to enhance your bread-making skills. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this product will become your go-to kitchen companion, making the process of perfecting your bread smoother and more satisfying.

Click Here to Buy Now: $185 $225 ($40 off). Hurry, deal ends in 72-hours! Raised over $260,000.

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8BitDo Unveils Retro-Style Mechanical Numpad With Built-In Calculator Functionality https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/05/29/8bitdo-unveils-retro-style-mechanical-numpad-with-built-in-calculator-functionality/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=8bitdo-unveils-retro-style-mechanical-numpad-with-built-in-calculator-functionality Wed, 29 May 2024 20:45:07 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=492146

8BitDo Unveils Retro-Style Mechanical Numpad With Built-In Calculator Functionality

Following the release of last year’s Retro Mechanical Keyboard, 8bitdo decided to give the keyboard the one good thing it was missing – a gorgeous...
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Following the release of last year’s Retro Mechanical Keyboard, 8bitdo decided to give the keyboard the one good thing it was missing – a gorgeous numpad. Inspired by the retro aesthetic of tech from the 80s and 90s, the Retro 18 Mechanical Numpad exists as an independent peripheral device that can either pair up with its companion keyboard, or be used independently like an old-school calculator. A red and black seven-segment display on the top feels like retro-perfection to the eyes, and those clacky keys are sure to get your fingers crunching numbers every day because of how wonderfully tactile they are.

Designer: 8bitdo

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The Numpad comes in four delightful flavors, ahem colors, each inspired by iconic gaming systems: the M edition, the Famicom edition, the C64 model, and the N edition reminiscent of the NES. These draw inspiration from the design language of those classic consoles, offering a delightful dose of retro charm for your desk setup. The M Edition is the only one to sport a black and white display, while all the others have a black-red screen that is literal eye-candy.

Beyond aesthetics, the Numpad boasts functionality in the form of two modes: a standard calculator mode with an integrated display and a PC numpad mode for entering numbers on your computer. This versatility allows it to seamlessly switch between basic calculations and data entry tasks. Buttons on the top let you alternate between modes and even explore connectivity options.

For connectivity, the Numpad offers a variety of options. It includes a USB cable, Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless freedom, and a 2.4GHz USB adapter for a lag-free connection. The rechargeable 1000mAh Li-on battery offers a solid 160 hours of use on a single charge, ensuring it can keep up with your workflow.

The Numpad’s quality matches 8bitdo’s high standards, featuring dye-PBT or double-shot ABS keycaps (depending on the edition) for a comfortable typing experience. It utilizes Kalih Box White V2 switches, known for their satisfying tactility and durability. Additionally, the hot-swappable PCB allows for easy switch customization to personalize your typing feel.

A dongle at the bottom allows easy 2.4Ghz pairing with any laptop or desktop

Priced at $44.99 and available for pre-order now, the 8BitDo Retro 18 Mechanical Numpad is a niche product, but one that caters to a specific audience. It injects a shot of retro charm into your workspace while offering a functional and well-built numpad experience. Besides, if you’ve got a keyboard with a layout that’s either 80% or smaller, chances are you’ll need a numpad to match – this one’s perfect to complement your mechanical setup or your retro sensibilities. I also appreciate the fact that you’ll never have to open your phone’s calculator app again.

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Effortless Charging with the Ultra-slim Magnetic Wireless Power Bank https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/05/28/effortless-charging-with-the-ultra-slim-magnetic-wireless-power-bank/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=effortless-charging-with-the-ultra-slim-magnetic-wireless-power-bank Wed, 29 May 2024 01:45:10 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=491260

Effortless Charging with the Ultra-slim Magnetic Wireless Power Bank

The GRAVITY C5 Magnetic Wireless Charging Power Bank from ADAM elements offers a combination of convenience and efficiency for on-the-go charging with sleek aesthetics. Measuring...
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The GRAVITY C5 Magnetic Wireless Charging Power Bank from ADAM elements offers a combination of convenience and efficiency for on-the-go charging with sleek aesthetics. Measuring only 8.7mm in thickness, this power bank is impressively slim and lightweight, making it incredibly easy to carry and handle with just one hand. Whether you’re slipping it into your pocket, a small bag, or carrying it in your hand, it ensures you have a reliable power source on the go without adding unnecessary bulk.

Designer: ADAM elements

Click Here to Buy Now: $58.65 $69 (15% off with coupon code “15OFFGC5AE”). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!

Built to support MagSafe charging, this device is compatible with iPhone 12, 13, 14, and 15 series. It securely and automatically attaches to your iPhone using a strong magnetic alignment, ensuring instant charging without the need for plugging in cables. This feature is particularly useful for those who are always on the move, as it allows for quick and easy attachment and detachment. The magnetic design also ensures that the power bank does not obstruct your phone’s camera, allowing you to continue using your phone for taking pictures or shooting videos and other usages without interruption.

One of the impressive features of this power bank is its dual charging capability. It supports USB-C 20W wired fast charging and 15W MagSafe wireless charging, allowing you to simultaneously charge up to two devices. This dual functionality is especially convenient for users with multiple devices, such as an iPhone, and wireless earbuds, such as an AirPod Pro, as it eliminates the need for multiple chargers and cables. A powerful 5000mAh lithium battery provides ample power to keep your devices running throughout the day, making it an ideal accessory for travelers, commuters, and busy professionals who need a reliable power source wherever they go.

Safety is a top concern with this device, which is equipped with over-current protection (OCP), over-voltage protection (OVP), and Foreign Objects Detection (FOD). These safety features protect your devices from potential damage during charging, providing peace of mind. The inclusion of these safety mechanisms underscores the commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable products that prioritize user safety and device longevity.

In terms of design, it is crafted from high-quality aluminum, combining durability with a sleek, modern look. Despite its robust construction, it remains lightweight, enhancing its portability and ease of use. Available in five attractive colors—Pink, Blue, Purple, Red, and Gray—it allows users to choose a color that best matches their personal style and preferences. This attention to aesthetic detail makes it a functional accessory that also adds a touch of style to your everyday tech ensemble.

Each package includes a storage pouch and a 200 mmUSB-C charging cable, providing everything you need for a seamless charging experience. T. Additionally, a one-year warranty is provided, ensuring reliable support and customer service for your purchase.

The GRAVITY C5 Magnetic Wireless Charging Power Bank is a practical and stylish solution for keeping your devices charged and ready for use. Its slim design, dual charging capability, and comprehensive safety features make it a versatile and reliable choice for anyone looking to stay powered up throughout the day. Whether you’re a frequent traveler, a busy professional, or someone who values convenience and style in their tech accessories, this power bank is designed to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

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Credit Card-shaped MagSafe Power Bank gives your iPhone a massive 5000mAh Battery Boost https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/05/27/credit-card-shaped-magsafe-power-bank-gives-your-iphone-a-massive-5000mah-battery-boost/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=credit-card-shaped-magsafe-power-bank-gives-your-iphone-a-massive-5000mah-battery-boost Tue, 28 May 2024 01:45:02 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=491100

Credit Card-shaped MagSafe Power Bank gives your iPhone a massive 5000mAh Battery Boost

Picture this, it’s summer, you’ve packed your bags and you’re heading on a Eurotrip (maybe for a nice holiday on the Amalfi coast or to...
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Picture this, it’s summer, you’ve packed your bags and you’re heading on a Eurotrip (maybe for a nice holiday on the Amalfi coast or to see Taylor Swift perform). In true holiday fashion, you intend on spending the entire day out and about, exploring the city, but you realize an hour in that your phone’s already on 15% battery. You might have a charging cable in your pocket, but there isn’t a power socket in sight. Here’s where a MagSafe power bank just makes things much easier. Designed to simply snap onto the back of your phone and give it a battery boost, the TORRAS MiniMag is a compact power bank that’s no larger than a credit card. With its compact size, 0.3 inches thickness, and MagSafe compatibility, the MiniMag merely attaches onto your phone, giving it an extra 5000mAh battery so you can go about your day without worrying about being perpetually on ‘Battery Saver’, or worse, a completely drained battery.

Designer: TORRAS

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TORRAS MiniMag Power Bank & Ostand R

Convenience seems to define the MiniMag’s entire design approach. It’s compact enough to slide right into your pocket or laptop bag when not in use, with a form factor no larger than your average payments card. At 0.3-inches or 7.6 millimeters thick, it might not be slim enough to fit into your wallet, but it attaches to your phone without making it too bulky the way other power banks would. It weighs a minimal 4 ounces (113 grams) and has curved edges running throughout that lets you slide your phone into your pocket without the power bank snagging anywhere.

Card-sized Power Bank, Snap and Go!

Long-lasting Battery Life

The TORRAS MiniMag packs a 5000mAh battery, which practically doubles your iPhone’s battery capacity. Wireless MagSafe charging occurs at a standard 7.5W, and if you’re looking to go faster, plug it into your phone using a USB cable to get 18W of wired charging speeds. The MiniMag supports pass-through charging too, allowing you to basically charge the power bank as it wirelessly charges your phone, keeping your iPhone’s own charging port free for accessories or dongles.

Ostand R case: 360 Magnetic Rotatable Stand

The MiniMag comes with a matte anodized aluminum outer body, in either silver or pink. Although designed to be used independently, it pairs exceptionally well with TORRAS’ Ostand R case, which also gives your phone its own dedicated rotating kickstand. The Ostand R is practically a marvel of engineering, with a stand that sits flush against the case when closed, but opens to prop your phone up. It relies on a specially engineered hinge that’s 1.2mm (0.04 inches) thick, but can resist tens of thousands of folds, and can even hold its angle like a laptop hinge (while taking the weight of your phone). The ring even rotates independently to let you place your phone in either landscape or portait, and it does so with super-slim magnets inside that extend your phone’s MagSafe compatibility, whether it’s attaching accessories or mounts, or snapping on a wireless charger or power bank like the TORRAS MiniMag.

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This Juicer gives you Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice in Less Time than it takes to Brew Coffee https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/05/26/this-juicer-gives-you-fresh-squeezed-orange-juice-in-less-time-than-it-takes-to-brew-coffee/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-juicer-gives-you-fresh-squeezed-orange-juice-in-less-time-than-it-takes-to-brew-coffee Mon, 27 May 2024 01:45:02 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=491376

This Juicer gives you Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice in Less Time than it takes to Brew Coffee

Orange juice is great for you. It’s packed with Vitamin C, antioxidants, citric acid, and anti-inflammatory compounds. The problem is that juicing an orange is...
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Orange juice is great for you. It’s packed with Vitamin C, antioxidants, citric acid, and anti-inflammatory compounds. The problem is that juicing an orange is a little more annoying than it should be. You need to cut the oranges, manually juice each cut half, strain the pulp, and then wash your hands because you got juice all over them. It takes way too long to get one glass of OJ and you end up smelling like oranges in the process. It’s much more convenient to buy a carton of orange juice, and that’s quite a shame… Which is why a Barcelona-based startup Citring designed the Citring One, a citrus juicer that works about as fast as a Keurig or a Nespresso takes to make coffee. Just add the oranges, press a button, and you’ve got yourself a glass of fresh juice. Sounds too good to be true, right?

Designer: Citring

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Well, if you think of how Nespresso and Keurig made coffee-brewing as simple as inserting a pod and hitting a button, the Citring One does the same for all citrus-based fruits. About the size of a coffee maker, the Citring One squeezes and juices 3 fruits at a time, eliminating the need for elbow grease, straining pulp, and cleaning yourself up after. Just open the lid and insert up to 3 whole citrus fruits in the silicon container. Shut the lid, place a glass under the dispenser, and hit the button on the Citring One. Once you do, something rather interesting happens. A slicer ascends upwards, guillotining the fruit into two halves, before using compressed air to press into the cut fruit and squeeze its juice out. Juice is dispensed to your glass through the same silicone container, so there is no need to clean any additional parts.

1) Put up to 3 whole oranges in the machine. No need to cut them. 2) In about a minute, your juice will be ready. 3) Citring will automatically squeeze the oranges and pour the juice into your glass.

The entire process is absolutely foolproof because you don’t need to do anything at all. The Citring One cuts and juices your fruit for you, giving you empty hemispheres of squeezed fruit that you can then throw away. The interface has all but one button, so you don’t need to worry about any settings, modes, or a smartphone app that tells you how much Vitamin C intake you’ve had all day. Drinking juice is good for you and the simpler the process the better. Every few uses, the BPA-free food-grade silicone containers inside the Citring One can be removed and rinsed under running water or in your dishwasher. The technology under its hood is impressive, and the overall product even secured an iF Design Award this year for how simple and foolproof it is.

Aside from being a little larger than your citrus juicer or even your blender, the Citring One does sport a $289 price tag which would make anyone reconsider… But think about a few things. You’d pay the same amount for a coffee machine, so why not a juicer? After all, juice is great for you. Secondly, those cartons of juice are filled with more sugar than fruit, and the costs add up when you end up buying a carton every week. Fresh fruit (especially from a farmer’s market) is a lot cheaper, and actually helps you regulate how much added sugar you consume in a day. Moreover, the Citring One works with other citrus fruits too, from lemons and limes to grapefruits, tangerines, mandarins, blood oranges, etc. It’s perfect for people who love consuming fruit, and just personally, makes for a great addition at juice cafes or restaurants/canteens wanting to offer juice that doesn’t get fresher than this. The Citring One comes in 2 colors, an all-black version and a stormtrooper black + white variant, and ships globally.

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This All-in-One Device Automatically Monitors Your Home Environment for Healthier Living https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/05/25/this-all-in-one-device-automatically-monitors-your-home-environment-for-healthier-living/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-all-in-one-device-automatically-monitors-your-home-environment-for-healthier-living Sun, 26 May 2024 01:45:43 +0000 https://www.yankodesign.com/?p=489879

This All-in-One Device Automatically Monitors Your Home Environment for Healthier Living

The Ultrahuman Home is an advanced home health device designed to track and improve key environmental markers such as light exposure, air quality, and noise...
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The Ultrahuman Home is an advanced home health device designed to track and improve key environmental markers such as light exposure, air quality, and noise levels. It establishes a unique connection between your living space and personal health, going beyond typical home monitors by offering a comprehensive analysis over time. This analysis correlates your external health markers with internal health markers, providing insights that can lead to impactful lifestyle changes. This is a first for the wearable space.

Designer: Ultrahuman

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The Future of Healthy Living is Here

The Ultrahuman Home features an innovative aero-flow design to enhance airflow and sensitivity in detecting a range of harmful particles, from pollen to particulate matter (PM). This design improves the device’s ability to capture and analyze air samples, thus increasing accuracy in identifying pollutants that may compromise your home’s air quality. Pollens, particularly from birch, are known to exacerbate respiratory conditions such as allergic asthma. The device is specially calibrated to monitor these allergens, alerting you to increased levels that could impact those with sensitive respiratory systems. Furthermore, particulate matter—classified by size into PM 1, PM 2.5, and PM 10—poses inhalation risks, with smaller particles capable of penetrating deep into the lungs and causing significant respiratory and cardiovascular damage. In addition to particulate matter, the system continuously monitors formaldehyde levels, a common volatile organic compound that can be harmful in indoor environments. It sends timely nudges when formaldehyde levels cross the recommended threshold, allowing you to take corrective measures promptly. This comprehensive monitoring ensures that the Ultrahuman Home identifies poor air quality and provides actionable insights to optimize and improve the air quality of your environment.

Ultrahuman Home continuously monitors formaldehyde levels in your living space and sends timely nudges when the levels cross the recommended threshold.

The Ultrahuman Home also monitors harmful gases such as carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide to ensure the air you breathe is safe, promoting mental clarity and health. Good air quality is essential as it directly impacts your respiratory health, cognitive function, and overall well-being. High levels of carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, can cause serious health issues such as headaches, dizziness, and even life-threatening conditions like carbon monoxide poisoning. Elevated carbon dioxide levels can lead to fatigue, impaired concentration, and decreased cognitive performance.

Regardless of the space you choose to place it in, Ultrahuman Home will help track various markers to help you with a deeper insight into your home health.

This device’s ability to detect these harmful gases is life-saving. Poor air quality can exacerbate respiratory conditions such as asthma and allergies, and prolonged exposure to pollutants can increase the risk of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular issues and lung cancer. By continuously monitoring and providing actionable insights on these harmful gases, the system helps you maintain a safer living environment. This proactive approach not only enhances your quality of life but also significantly reduces the risk of severe health complications, making it an indispensable tool for health and safety.

Ultrahuman Home utilizes continuous temperature tracking for enhancing sleep efficiency and regulating circadian rhythm.

The ‘UltraSpaces’ feature of the Ultrahuman Home allows you to monitor various ‘Spaces’ like the living room, bedroom, or office, which are tailored to the areas you and your family frequent the most, including children’s rooms and personal workspaces. Each space is evaluated with a designated ‘Space Score,’ giving a comprehensive view of the area’s health. This feature aids in examining each environmental marker, enabling you to optimize conditions for better health based on specific needs within the Ultrahuman app. This capability offers deeper insights into your health by effectively tying together data from various environments.

The continuous temperature tracking of the Ultrahuman Home is crucial. It enhances sleep efficiency and regulates circadian rhythms by monitoring the temperature of your living spaces. Maintaining an optimal bedroom temperature is important for good sleep quality, as the body’s core temperature naturally fluctuates and decreases at bedtime. Temperature imbalances can disturb sleep, leading to increased wakefulness and reduced REM sleep, affecting how rested you feel and increasing the risk of obesity and other health issues. Equipped with ultra-sensitive temperature sensors, the device detects if a room is too hot or too cold, providing feedback on the ideal temperature needed for optimal sleep. This feature ensures you get a restful night’s sleep and maintain long-term health by aligning your environment with your body’s needs.

Exposure to natural light plays a crucial role in setting your circadian rhythm and boosting mood and productivity, especially within the first hour of waking. The Ultrahuman Home’s built-in photo-detecting sensors monitor spectra of UV light, including UVA, UVB, and UVC, to measure natural light levels within your living space. This allows you to create environments that foster better sleep-wake cycles and enhance overall well-being.

Daytime exposure to blue light can enhance alertness and cognitive function, boosting mood and productivity. However, at night, it can disrupt melatonin production, the hormone that regulates sleep, leading to sleep difficulties and reduced sleep quality. Research, including studies from Harvard Medical School, confirms that nighttime blue light exposure decreases overall sleep quality. The Ultrahuman Home includes sensors that automatically monitor blue light exposure and provide actionable insights to regulate it. You’re alerted by the Ultrahuman app for the best times to reduce screen exposure and modify ambient lighting to support your natural sleep cycle.

Integrated with the device’s health tracking system, these sensors allow for personalized recommendations based on your daily blue light exposure and sleep patterns, enhancing both your sleep-wake cycle and overall well-being. This holistic approach helps align your environment with your body’s rhythm, improving your health by helping you mitigate the negative effects of blue light.

Environmental noise can disrupt sleep and elevate stress levels. The Ultrahuman Home addresses this by providing insights into optimal noise levels, helping to create a more ambient living environment.
Equipped with precision microphones, the device detects snoring patterns that might indicate sleep disturbances, such as potential sleep apnea events. A built-in physical mic cut-off ensures your privacy is respected, and all audio data is processed on the device to keep personal information secure. A manual mic control provides additional peace of mind.
Monitoring and managing indoor humidity levels are crucial for respiratory and overall health. The device provides actionable recommendations to adjust humidity levels, ensuring your home environment remains balanced and comfortable. High humidity levels can increase bacteria growth and encourage mold. On the flip side, low humidity levels can cause dry airways and affect your lungs.

Ultrahuman Home not only works in isolation but also in combination with Ultrahuman Ring. Through UltraSync technology, experience a unified view of both internal and external health markers. This enhances your understanding of how your surroundings affect your health, providing a holistic way to manage your health.
Ultrahuman Home doesn’t just stop at integrating with the Ring. Thanks to its compatibility with IFTTT protocols, the Ultrahuman Home can integrate seamlessly with other smart devices in your home, enabling voice commands through popular digital assistants for a smarter, more responsive living environment. Finally, the airplane mode feature allows you to disconnect from WiFi and Bluetooth signals without interrupting functionality. Upon reconnection, it syncs all data seamlessly, maintaining continuity in health monitoring and environmental adjustments.

The Ultrahuman Home seamlessly integrates environmental monitoring with personal health insights. Through the ‘UltraSpaces’ feature, it monitors living spaces to inform well-being improvements. Advanced temperature and natural light monitoring enhance sleep and productivity, while its aero-flow design precisely analyzes air quality, alerting you when pollutant levels are high. Additionally, blue light sensors promote a healthy sleep-wake cycle. With effective noise and humidity levels monitoring, UltraSync technology, and smart home integration, the Ultrahuman Home helps you live healthier.

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