Unique PC design ideas

Despite the dramatic progress of processing speed and memory capacity, despite new technologies such as Wi-Fi or the Web, the design of today's personal computers is not much different from Apple Lisa of old trial. Basic components such as keyboard, monitor, mouse - nothing changes.

In order to change the mindset of computer design, Microsoft joined hands with ISDA, Dell and HP to organize a competition to find a unique idea. Result? Nearly 200 research groups from 33 countries have submitted a creative sample of the organizers, from screenless computers to visually impaired to Response Desk - an embedded "multifunctional computer" inside the desk. job. However, the winner is only two, and their names were announced on the occasion of the recent CES exhibition.

Let's "round up" a round through the winning ideas and some other unique innovations of the competition

1. BookShelf - Prize of judges (USD 50,000)

This idea eliminates the most common problems of today's multimedia entertainment industry: digital content copyright and endless access. Operate with many separate hardware "blocks" assembled together (the digital service provider will distribute these hardware devices, thereby controlling copyright issues), but still ensuring the convenience benefits, mobility that computer users require.

With consumers buying "attached" hardware directly from digital content providers, "Bookshelf" will expand like a multimedia library. Each hardware is configured to download and play digital content purchased. Just like books on the shelf, you can pull them out, bring them and "read" them anywhere. This will be a completely new infrastructure for digital media, as well as opening a new perspective on how people interact with computers in the near future.

2. sChOOL pack - President's Award (USD 50,000)

This PC model completely replaces the thick notebooks and textbooks that make backpacks heavy when going to school. Instead, they just had to throw themselves into the classroom with a small, light and portable device called sChOOL pack, which acts as an electronic book-book, meeting both their reading and writing needs. use.

3. F-Paper - Get into the finals

The main innovation of this project is in its compactness, mobility, when completely missing the keyboard and screen, allowing users to interact with the machine through voice commands, mechanical language facial expressions and expressions. Of course, this process is completely wireless.

This computer is very easy to use because people can access it in many different ways, different media. It can listen to music, watch DVDs, use it when working and is also very friendly with people with disabilities.

4. Full Circle Notebook - Get into the finals

This notebook model utilizes the functions of the projector and tablet inside a simple, easy-to-use design that both serves business needs and satisfies the user's entertainment preferences.

5. Monsier - Get into the finals

In the future, people will need a multifunctional device that allows them to store, transmit and share data, as well as communicate with others and serve their entertainment needs anywhere. , anytime.

The design team crammed all these tasks into . a wallet: It was a small, soft and modern personal device that kept all important data and communication features. There is only a "flexible" screen, which is small, and the device's sensor inside is forcing us to remember: Ah, this is an electronic device. Each way of folding different devices corresponds to a specific function. To switch between functions, you only have to change the way "fold" the device.

6. Interactive Table - reached the finals

Modern people eat and work at the same time, but why hasn't any device blended both these needs? In a workplace environment, the coffee wire stain on the report is unacceptable, but how often does a cup of coffee appear on the conference table?

In order to improve its organizational structure and corporate culture, many businesses increasingly promote the role and value of social interaction. Through a combination of "eating" and "doing", this product will enable the process of exchanging and transmitting information faster. The tabletop is a super large sensor screen, capable of operating at the same time as a lunch table with a fully functional computer.

7. Binary-Plant - Get into the finals

This is a unique special idea. Many studies suggest that when people interact with nature, they become healthier and have a more balanced spiritual life. This is the big idea that governs this design. Designed as an open system, you can "plug" the accessory hardware into the tree prong and operate it as usual.

8. 'Smart-Stik' - reached the finals

All ideas about Smart-Stik revolve around three elements: form, fun and user interface. Creativity is hidden inside the simple, small, compact but stylish design of the product. "Smart-Stik" can be used instead of textbooks, because it has an extended screen for users to write or print lesson content. All are controlled by an ultra-thin sensor keyboard.

Smart-Stik has the mobility of a laptop but has absolutely no weight. When "dragging", you will see a huge flexible screen appear, allowing writing, drawing on it. Of course, Smart-Stik is also compatible with computers.

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Thien Y (Source, photo: According to BusinessWeek)