The execution here is particularly striking because it doesn’t just slap a clear case on old tech and call it a day. The top-mounted mechanical elements with their perfectly visible gear systems remind me of luxury watches, where the movement becomes the centerpiece. That digital display nestled among analog components creates a delicious tension between old and new technologies. The pixel-perfect UI elements visible through the clear housing suggest this isn’t just a dumb playback device but something with computational intelligence. Those tiny control buttons along the top edge look deliberately reminiscent of 80s Sony recorders, hitting that sweet spot between tactile satisfaction and miniaturization… More here.

Love this concept. Transparent tech is always fun, but this is a special blend that works perfectly.

Categories: Concepts, Design