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Oh so you’re not satisfied with phones that connect at speeds almost as fast as you can click and hundreds of new applications that do everything under the sun each day? Well here’s something new for you then! It’s a concept design done by two industrious folks In-oh Yoo and Sun-woong Oh who want nothing more than to bring you a phone that spins in mid-air. This phone works in tangent with its charging cradle, its cradle, the phone and magnets creating a space where the phone spins while charging, creating a unique aesthetic experience.

First, the phone itself has a sleek candybar design you should all be relatively familiar with. The iPhone and a slew of Android-based phones look right along these lines, and this looks fabulous. Hollow parts at the top and bottom of the phone “ensure that it is being charged wirelessly” though how that’s accomplished appears to be a trade secret. The phone is thin, streamlined, and made to fit naturally in the palm of your hand.

Once the phone is placed in its cradle, the magnets inside begin to do their work. Once charging begins, the magnetic stick is puled away from the column and the phone floats. As the phone begins to float, the screen of the phone turns to a pre-selected screen of the users choice, one of several scenes: water gradually rising or falling or blue sand in an hourglass, for example. As most cellphones are charged at night, a dim light is emitted from the back of the charge unit for a unique atmosphere (and a simple way for you to be able to find the phone if you’ve got to get to it in the dark.)

When a call comes in, things get REAL interesting. Magnets on the bottom of the cradle activate, forcing the phone to rotate. Text and icon activation on the screen of the phone appear three-dimensional “due to an after-image effect.” This situation also occurs upon receiving a text message or your alarm clock rings. The designers of this project aim for this effect to convey vibrancy which cannot be experienced with a static screen, and vitality through animated graphics on the screen as the phone rotates as well.

What a wild and wacky and fantastical concept!

Designers: In-oh Yoo and Sun-woong Oh for Metatrend Institute

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As Black Friday is approaching, its time to pull up your socks and come with a plan so that you don't end up getting injured while braving the maddening crowd. If you are planning to get an iPod for yourself or a loved one during this Christmas then you can save up a lot of moolah by availing any of the countless iPod deals that retailers are offering, some of them listed below:

MacMall is selling the Apple iPod touch 32GB and the Apple iPod touch 64GB for $284.99 and $369 respectively. In case you want the iPod Nano then head over to Amazon as the Apple iPod nano 8GB Silver (6th Generation) and the Apple iPod nano 16GB Silver will be selling for $143.54 and $171.54 respectively. Looking for something more affordable? Then purchase the Apple iPod shuffle 2GB Silver for $46.99 from MacMall.

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Bang & Olufsen has always come up with interesting, but pricey, gadgets meant to help us make the most of our favorite means of entertainment. Whether we're talking about audio or video passions, Bang & Olufsen can always deliver some outstanding products. One of them is the recently launched iPhone, iPod touch and iPad docking station, the BeoSound 8, which could be a perfect gift idea this Christmas for one of your loved ones, and, why not, yourself too. The iPod dock (since the iPad and iPhone also come with iPod functionality) is priced at $1,000, so better make sure your budget can take such a hit. The BeoSound 8 comes with two custom-made conical speakers and high-performance amplifiers and it can be placed in any room since it will integrate perfectly with the overall interior modern design. So, are you ready to order it? Via Bang & Olufsen

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Gifting a gadget freak can always be a tad tricky since there are so many options available in the market. The Philips Fidelio DS1100 Speaker Dock with Clock is a solid product that wins brownie points for both its form and function. Designed to work with iPods and iPhones, this minimalistic alarm clock can be purchased from Amazon for $69.99 and will look fantastic beside your bed. Th highlight of the iPod alarm clock is no doubt its 360-degree design and its subtle display. Apart from looking good, the Philips Fidelio DS1100 Speaker Dock also delivers when it comes to sound performance. Equipped with neodymium speakers and a shielding technology to block mobile phone interference, the speaker dock fills the room with its rich omnidirectional sound.

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The table in the images below is not just your average office table. Called the Table Connect, this special table can connect to an iPhone, and probably any iPod touch and iPad, since they all use exactly the same dock connector, and, thanks to the embedded 58-inch multitouch surface, it will become a giant iPhone (or iPod touch/iPad). Thus the Table Connect will work as a fully functional device, and you'll be able to run apps, watch video files, and make calls straight from the table. Unfortunately you're still stuck with AT&T, if you're reading these lines from the U.S., so if your Table Connect can't get a decent reception in your area then you'll know who to blame. So, are you considering buying yourself a huge iPhone? Via Table Connect

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Digital photo frames make great holiday gifts as who doesn't love to relive their most cherish experiences? Those who don't mind splurging should check out the Panasonic MW-20 Digital Photo Frame which is due for a November release. The MW-20 is not just a digital photo frame as it also moonlights as stereo sound system since it ships with a dock. Compatible with the iPod Touch and iPhone, the frame can play back videos and is equipped with a high-resolution 9-inch screen. To ensure great audio performance, the frame has a 5.6-mm Super Slim Semi Dome Speaker, a diffuser and a built-in DSP (Digital Signal Processor) which is capable of adjusting the audio signal. All the goodness comes with a price and in this case it is $249.95.

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iPod docks come in all shapes, sizes and styles but the iTree by KMKG Studio really ups the bizarre ante. However audiophiles will come out of the woodworks (pun intended) since Austrian speaker builders Lenz have lend their sound engineering expertise to KMKG . One is also ensured of the highest sound quality especially as the tree in question has been hollowed out for achieving fantastic sound acoustics.

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If you like me, dream of a world that is free from wires then the Wireless Streaming Music Centre is right up your alley. Designed for the inimitable iPod, the system streams your favorite tunes wirelessly and is conspicuously distinguishable from the rest of the clique. Too bad its just a concept as I would love to have this baby in my living room.

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You know what they say about the iPhone and that how there is an iPhone app for everything under the sun? Well, we believe them since now you can even get virtual coffee. The Make Coffee App may be a concept for now but it won't be long before coffee addicts will get their steaming cup of Java Joe wirelessly. The idea is to make an Italian Coffee Maker that can be controlled by the good old iPhone. Brilliant isn't it? Well, now only if someone gets cracking on it. You can download the app from the iTunes Store.

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For many of us the iPod is nothing short of a technological wonder and we can't even imagine life without it or in this case the afterlife! Meet the Horus Coffee Table which pays homage to this modern wonder, in ancient style. This not so ordinary table has an integrated dual speaker system, LED lighting and an iPod dock. French designer Staphane Thivend will sure win the approval from the Cult of Mac with his creation and we would personally love to blast "Walk Like an Egyptian " on it.

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