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Power Elf II

Power Elf II is a desktop power hub designed for charging multiple devices. Wired and wireless charging are combined in a compact housing measuring 70 by 70 by 60 millimetres. The hub offers 65W USB fast charging, dual AC outlets, a retractable cable and a detachable magnetic wireless module. The wireless module can be docked on top or separated for bedside or handheld use. A silicone suction base keeps the hub stable during frequent plugging. The housing is made from flame-retardant engineering materials, and internal zoning separates high and low voltage parts.

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Noto

Noto is an electronic paper display for offices and personal workspaces. Mounted on a wall with magnets, Noto works as a meeting room sign, and a red screen indicates that a room is occupied. Placed on a desk with the integrated rotating ring stand, Noto shows to-do lists and calendars in portrait or landscape orientation. The three-color screen is free of glare and uses power only when the content is refreshed. Content is updated remotely over a wireless network. Three AA batteries last one to two years. The body is made of recyclable matte ABS.

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Panini101

Panini101 is a desktop fast charger shaped like a miniature early computer tower. A transparent viewing window reveals the internal components, in contrast to the closed form of most modern electronics. A magnetic door and a stable desktop form invite handling and curiosity. Gallium nitride power architecture and adaptive charging protocols allow output up to 100 W and the charging of several devices at once. The enclosure is made of injection molded flame retardant PC ABS. The intent is to rebuild emotional connection between people and technology.

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Spark Ling

Spark Ling is a wearable learning companion for children. The device weighs 106 grams and has an ABS body, a magnetic case and a neck strap with a safety buckle. A 2.83 inch paper-like screen limits visual strain, while a voice-first interface and two tactile buttons keep the interaction simple. On-device processing recognizes more than 100000 objects and analyzes voice tone locally, which supports privacy. A 1600mAh battery allows up to seven days of standby. Learning is linked to real objects and outdoor exploration.

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DB Schenker Upcycling Hub

DB Schenker Upcycling Hub is a lunchroom interior of 400 square metres located in Singapore. The design turns discarded materials into functional features, including a chandelier made of tiles printed from a bespoke filament produced entirely from transparent PET bottles. More than 500 kilograms of single-use plastics were reused in the project. Polystyrene foam from packaging, cardboard from logistic boxes, discarded wooden pallets and recycled rubber flooring were also applied. The aim is to show the potential of upcycling and circular design.

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Holokit X

Holokit X is a mixed reality headset for smartphones. A periscope structure turns an iPhone into a stereoscopic optical see-through mixed reality device. Holokit X uses the phone hardware and software, including the lidar sensor, spatial audio and motion tracking, so virtual content appears within the real room. The body is made of reinforced ABS with a transparent double injection part. The weight rests mainly on a thick forehead pad, and an elastic headband holds the headset in place during movement. Several people in the same space can share one session.

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