Designers:
Jochen Backs, IDSA, of IDEO Product Development, Palo Alto, CA
Client:
IDEO/Samsung Studio, Palo Alto, CA
Contact:
Mike Nuttall, IDSA, IDEO Product Development, 415.688.3470
This easy-to-use multimedia playback device, designed for the home office, combines computing, audio/stereo, television and video game capabilities. TotalMedia is a user-driven desktop workstation and a pen-based computer. By folding the screen, users can work on a vertical screen for keyboard-based interaction or in a horizontal pen-based computing position. The LCD display features an internal adjustable video camera and microphone. Connections are easily accessible, and a remote control/wireless telephone device allows access from a distance so the user can make or receive phone calls.
" As a conceptual exercise, this physical embodiment of a simple, usable, attractive multimedia device has fulfilled its purpose. By helping everybody envision its value in their lives, it will grease the skids for true innovation. I envision two of these in my life; one for home and one for the office."
-- Curtis Bailey, IDSA, President, Sundberg-Ferar
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