Gadgets for People Who Don't Like Gadgets - a list by designdude

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Maybe it's something that makes your life easier or is fun to waste time on or just looks really cool--there's always a gadget out there for you, the person who never, ever saw yourself as a gadget person.

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Mobile Calculator

First to recommend

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It's debatable whether you need a designer calculator, but this piece from Naori Miyazaki is a fine argument in favor. The slim design is both unconventional and handy for mobility.

Updated Apr 28, 2008

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Flip Video Camcorder: 60-Minutes (White)

8 people recommended this item

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Obviously, it would be nice to have a big fancy video camera with me on a trip to the city, but the Flip is so much better for travel because 1) it's tiny so it'll leave room in my suitcase for more essential items like boots, 2) it's not that expensive, so if it happens to get lost, I won't feel the financial pain, and 3) it plugs directly into a USB, so there's no need to carry an extra cord and it's easy to upload footage and blog on-the-go from the hotel room (or airport gate, or taxicab, or wherever).

Updated Apr 7, 2008

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Switch Plug Adapter

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4 people recommended this item

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With a three-day weekend coming up, I'm thinking about traveling, but I'm probably not thinking about all of the annoying details that get lost in preparation for a quick trip. Fortunately, handy gadgets like this Switch Plug Adapter, which feature four configurations suitable for powering devices in 150 countries, can help keep things in order.

Updated May 12, 2008

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zune

10 people recommended this item

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A wireless MP3 player. Each size can hold a different amount of songs and come with a built in FM radio. They player can also hold up to hours of video as well. Bring your Zune everywhere!

Updated Dec 17, 2008

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FU MIMOBOT by Reach

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One of the more memorable additions to Mimoco's MIMOBOT Artist Series flash drive collection, this Fu mimobot, by Taiwanese artist Reach, was created with an original run of less then 2000 pieces. Can carrying around data in your pocket be any more fun?

Updated Jun 3, 2008

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Phantom Lapboard

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Designed with the tall order of bringing an ergonomic environment off of the desk and onto the couch, floor, or wherever you really like to work, the Phantom Lapboard rotates 360 degrees and tilts at a 22-degree angle, giving you any comfort option you can imagine. An accompanying wireless mouse is built for the attached surface underneath. (via Josh Spear)

Updated Jul 7, 2008

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Reflex Alarm Clock

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Savvy alarm clock design is not a high priority for most, but maybe it should be. This reflex alarm clock offers the simple design solution of turning the alarm off by tilting it over.

Updated Jul 7, 2008

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Pico USB Flash Drive

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5 people recommended this item

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Tired of flash drives that are just too big to lose? The 8GB Pico, which measures up at about the size of your index finger will solve that problem. Compatible with OSX, Windows, and Linux.

Updated Jul 7, 2008

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Nikon Coolpix P6000

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Nikon's Coolpix line keeps pushing boundaries with what an accessible, usable, powerful point-and-shoot camera can look like. The P6000 model clocks in with 13.5 megapixels that will produce images of up to 20"x30". 4X optical zoom, image stabilization, and a 2.7" LCD don't hurt either.

Updated Aug 8, 2008

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Creative ZEN Krystal

2 people recommended this item

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Recognizing the link between weight control, fitness, and digital music, this Creative Zen Krystal MP3 player features both a pedometer and a calorie counter. Characteristically sleek Zen design makes it that much more appealing.

Updated Aug 8, 2008

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