I hope Apple and Samsung are paying attention, the Smartwatch Concept by Gabor Balogh ($TBA) is exactly what most people envision when they think of the perfect smartwatch. Gabor Balogh is a Hungarian designer who created an interface that allows for a classic watch design to incorporate a multitude of digital features. The mockup that Gabor used was Triwa’s Havana Watch and he simply took and replaced the face with a digital display. There are a number of technical hurdles that would need to be cleared before something like this could be a reality, but a product along these lines in the future is almost a certainty. Check out the mockups and then head over to The Verge to check out the rest of the piece.
If you’re in the market for a unique wristwatch, take a look at the Hygge 3012 Watches by Pentagon Design ($174). The concept is straightforward; the bottom disc indicates the hours and the top disc represents the minutes. The crown is placed inside the case and can be pulled out when needed. The enclosure is […]