“With the increasing popularity of digital cameras, scanners and MP3 players which plug into desktop computers, the problem of space on desks is getting messy. Tripping over tangled cables, finding homes for gadgets, and running out of ports to plug into can mean accommodating the hi-tech bits and bobs computer users want close at hand is a frustrating business. An enterprising product design graduate and avid Apple user thinks he has a stylish solution though,” reports BBC News.
“As part of his final year design project at Huddersfield University, John Treby created an innovative workstation which he hopes will mean users will not have to trip over themselves to reach their MP3s and cameras. Inspired by the sleek and compact form of Apple’s iMac, Mr Treby found no one was providing users with a desirable desk for self-contained units which actually enhanced the look of the machine itself. So he designed one which he describes as ‘your digital hub for your iMac.’ It is called the iDesk workstation and reflects the opaque and perspex look which characterise Apple’s products.” BBC reports.
Full article and iDesk images here.
GAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!! WHAT IS THAT HIDEOUS THING!?!?!
I think it’s a character on the show, “Futurama.”
Lets make sure that this thing is never aloud to make it on the market give it to some windows look a like thing.
s t u p i d
Please don’t post articles like this…
I saw a similar but more refined design at MacWorld Creative Pro, it is already for sale.
I find it quite unique and innovative. I trust John Treby will put the negative critiques of those of you who have labeled his product as “hideous and stupid” in their proper perspective. Remember ” Think Differerent”.
“Think Different” does not mean “Think Like a Heroine Addicted Plastic Molding Wannabe Designer”
This is atrocious. It reminds me of that ugly ass conceptual MS computer they released recently…
The inventor looks like a chump wintel user.
Congratulations, nice design work. As for all design those who make it will be attackt for new ideas by those who feel ashamed of not having no new idea them self. They attack with fury and with nothing else in mynd then to destroy. Keep on the good work… kudos.
Taylor Truelove
“aloud” is “allowed”
Now shouldn’t you be in summer school???
(I won’t even begin to expound on how incomprehenisble the rest of your statement is…f*ckin’ 14 yr olds….)
I think the design is very neat, a lot better than what most companies have came out with, the iGo, is just hideous, atleast this one has thought put into it, it would work great in say internet cafe’s or in computer labs, because it saves a huge amount of space. Plus it would allow anyone to come up, and just plug the digital camera or camcorder into it… i think it deserves some credit, how about making one for the new G5’s now? different design of course, oh well.. good job…….
I think the design is very neat, a lot better than what most companies have came out with, the iGo, is just hideous, atleast this one has thought put into it, it would work great in say internet cafe’s or in computer labs, because it saves a huge amount of space. Plus it would allow anyone to come up, and just plug the digital camera or camcorder into it… i think it deserves some credit, how about making one for the new G5’s now? different design of course, oh well.. good job…….
sorry for posting twice, i’m on a pc at work, you know how that goes…….
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I think it’s innovative & cute too!
Love the design, very innovative. Modifications here and there would make it just perfect. Would purchase in a heartbeat, just as it is. Lovely job.