The binary system works under the exact same principles as the decimal system, only it operates in base 2 rather than base 10, so instead of using the digits 0-9, it only uses 0-1.

Binary started out as a way for geeks to master the world of computing, but we understand that binary is mostly just another way for you confuse your friends and co-workers.  Simply slap this stylistic one foot square binary clock on the wall or on your favorite flat surface, select BCD or pure binary mode, set the time, and voila! You’ve just created an Instant Confusion Device (ICD) that actually tells the time. Congratulations!

This binary clock is also a great gadget to aknowledge  the geek within you, or a close friend or relative.  Just avoid having it in your bedroom, as the blinking seconds will keep you up all night, as my wife found out.

How Do I Read It? – Glad you asked.

Pure binary is easy to understand.  From left to right, fist 2 columns represent the hour, the middle 2 columns represent the minutes and the last 2 columns the seconds.  The binary numbers are shown from bottom to top. Look at this example.

Of course detailed reading instructions are included with each clock for those of you with OCD.

Features/Specs:

• BCD or “True” binary display options, selectable by switch
• 12 hour and 24 hour display, selectable by switch
• 3 brightness levels
• Wall mountable, or can be used tabletop with included brackets
• Battery backup of time during power loss (uses 3 ‘AA’ batteries, not included)
• Dimensions: 12.3″ by 12.3″ and is a slim 1.25″ deep.
• Available in your choice of crystalline blue or bright red LEDs

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Sphere, which is the size and weight of an apple (and can also be recharged by opening a leaf like petal), can display an interactive world map (such as Google Earth), navigate the web or interact with applications. The device supports multi-touch interactions for zoom, selection, as well as 6 degree rotational and gyroscopic actions, with particular application in interactive games or complex control situations such as interacting with a nearby 3D screen or virtual space.  – extracted

Some people have dismissed it as April Fools joke…. not sure if it is or not but I think we would like to believe that a folding multitouch display with an always-on net connection and gyroscopic interface elements that can also be used folded flat exists.

Although described as “Apple sized”, to my happiness the word ‘Apple’ only relates to its size and not the company behind it.

Official Site : http://www.moixa.com/sphere/

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