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Anycubic Photon Nex

Anycubic Photon Nex is a three-dimensional printer designed for desktop use. The printer includes an automatic leveling function, so the platform reaches a horizontal position without manual adjustment. The first printed layer therefore bonds well to the platform. A built-in ultra-quiet driver chip keeps the operating noise below 45 decibels, so printing in a bedroom does not disturb rest. One button opens the front cover, which slides upward without manual effort. The silver-gray body follows a simple form inspired by spaceship cabins and portholes.

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Silence

Silence is a sign language translator designed to support communication between deaf people and hearing people. The device converts sign language into spoken audio and converts speech into sign language shown as a holographic projection. A motion sensing module on the front captures gestures, while a module on the back records and plays voice. Translation and processing take place inside the body, which is made of anodized aluminum. The rectangular form measures 40 cm wide, 40 cm deep and 80 cm high, so Silence suits a range of public places.

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Bird's Sake Cup

Bird's Sake Cup is a drinking cup designed to limit alcohol intake. The cup holds only 10 ml of liquor, so a drink is taken in small amounts over time. The form recalls a small bird, and the beak holds a hole sized to release the liquor slowly. Bird's Sake Cup supports people who are sensitive to alcohol and people who need to reduce alcohol consumption. The cup is made of transparent acrylic by three-dimensional printing. It measures 40 mm in width, 130 mm in height and 60 mm in depth, and weighs 35 grams.

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Moon

This light plays an active role to accompany people in a working space from morning to the night. It was designed with people working environment in mind. The wire can be connected to a laptop computer or a power bank. The shape of the moon was made of three quarters of a circle as a rising icon from a terrain image made of stainless frame. The surface pattern of the moon reminds the landing guide in a space project. The setting looks like a sculpture in the daylight and a light device that comforts the tense of work at night.

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Waving

Waving is a Bluetooth speaker that also serves as a desktop organizer. The form of Waving is based on the shape of waves, reflecting the rise and fall of music. A sliding panel at the back opens to hold a mobile phone, and the phone can also be placed on top so videos can be watched while music is played. Small desktop items such as pens can be stored in the curved body. Waving is made of plastic and measures 160 by 75 by 20 millimeters. Controls include a power key, a volume key, a headphone jack and a charging port.

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PowerTRONEX X1

PowerTRONEX X1 is a multifunctional power bank that combines a power bank, a charger and a Type C cable in one device. The shell is made of fireproof polycarbonate with a touch-friendly coating, and the oval shape improves resistance to drops. A light strip, activated by a touch sensor, shows the power state: red indicates power being used and blue indicates power available in the battery. A small light at the base turns on when the plug is rotated, which helps when a socket is used in the dark. The output is 18 watts.

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