"Digital devices promise convenience, but too often they deliver complexity instead, with endless menus, constant updates, and a learning curve that never seems to end, no matter how long you use them. Many of us long for the days when using a product was as simple as turning a dial or pressing a button without consulting manuals or watching tutorial videos online to understand basic functions."
"Each device in the series is inspired by classic analog forms and controls that people already understand instinctively without any instruction. The Ball Internet Radio swaps touchscreens for three magnetic balls on top that you roll or lift to change stations, making tuning in both intuitive and satisfying for all ages. The tactile feedback and visual movement of the balls create a playful interaction that feels natural rather than digital or sterile."
"The Cone Bluetooth Speaker powers on or off with a simple flip, using a gravity sensor to turn a basic gesture into a moment of physical delight and satisfaction. No buttons to hunt for, no hold-and-press sequences to remember or decipher from tiny icons-just flip the speaker and it responds instantly. The conical shape with its bright orange accent doubles as sculptural home decor when not playing music, blending function with visual warmth."
The Tamed Digital Devices concept reimagines technology to emphasize tactile, multi-sensory interactions over screens and menus. The series, created by SF-SO in 2019 and designed by Hoyoung Joo, prioritizes touch, sound, and movement to produce calming, intuitive devices that fit seamlessly into daily life. Each device draws on familiar analog controls so people operate them instinctively. Examples include the Ball Internet Radio with three magnetic balls for tuning, the Cone Bluetooth Speaker that flips to power on via a gravity sensor, and the Wheel Digital Radio that tunes by rotating the body like classic radios.
Read at Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
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