Postapocalypse in the world of wearable devices: a new incarnation of Pip-Boy from Bethesda
With Bluetooth, things are getting better, and in particular, the Pip-Boy Model 3000 Mk IV from the post-nuclear world
The Fallout wrist computer is an interesting example of a wearable electronic device that can be called “smart”. The functions of this gadget are much more advanced than the functions of any of the modern smart wearable devices, be it a watch, a ring, clothes or a necklace. Well, what else wearable gadget will show the level of radioactive contamination of the body? And we still do not recall dexterity, cunning, intelligence, and other parameters that the device can also determine.
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For many years, Fallout fans have created their own versions of a wristwatch device, and some of them succeeded more than others. Unlike many "decorative" models, the Pip-Boy version, created in 2011, is quite real . Management is performed in the same way as in the game, with the help of various levers and wheels. Interestingly, this is a project created by a single person. A little later, realizing the popularity of the concept, Phes-Boy began to release their own versions of Bethesda.
In 2015, the company decided to release its Pip-Boy version almost simultaneously with the release of Fallout 4.
To attract the attention of fans of the series, the company has released a device that is collectible. This is, in general, a toy, and not quite comfortable - the plastic device on its hand did not hold very well. The case is plastic, with the exception of a massive metal fastener, there is no screen of its own, instead it was proposed to use a smartphone. Many function buttons and knobs carried a purely decorative function. Despite this, the fans bought up all the Pip-Boy in a matter of minutes. But buyers quickly became disillusioned with this device.
Now the company, together with ThinkGeek, has decided to release a more realistic version of the wrist computer. This is not quite a toy. The device has its own display. Virtually all buttons and other controls are work. And most importantly - for the operation of the system does not need to insert a smartphone inside.
This device is positioned by the manufacturer as a smart watch, although very unusual. Of course, you won't be able to take a job (if you are not a game designer and do not work with the same geeks) or study device. And absolutely in vain. Like other smart watches, the new Pip-Boy, when you switch to a smartphone, allows you to answer a call, read a message, or view a calendar event. The system comes with a docking station that can be used as an audio amplifier and charger.
The dimensions of the system are 18 * 13 cm. Weight - 900 grams. The gadget has two stereo speakers that allows you to play high-quality audio, plus a special USB-drive fits inside. There is also a Bluetooth module that allows you to synchronize your device with a mobile phone.
What else?
The declared cost of the device is $ 350. This is quite a lot for this type of gadget. But nothing prevents you from buying, but simply admiring the photo of the device.
And remember - Pip-Boy is not a toy at all!
The Fallout wrist computer is an interesting example of a wearable electronic device that can be called “smart”. The functions of this gadget are much more advanced than the functions of any of the modern smart wearable devices, be it a watch, a ring, clothes or a necklace. Well, what else wearable gadget will show the level of radioactive contamination of the body? And we still do not recall dexterity, cunning, intelligence, and other parameters that the device can also determine.
')
For many years, Fallout fans have created their own versions of a wristwatch device, and some of them succeeded more than others. Unlike many "decorative" models, the Pip-Boy version, created in 2011, is quite real . Management is performed in the same way as in the game, with the help of various levers and wheels. Interestingly, this is a project created by a single person. A little later, realizing the popularity of the concept, Phes-Boy began to release their own versions of Bethesda.
In 2015, the company decided to release its Pip-Boy version almost simultaneously with the release of Fallout 4.
To attract the attention of fans of the series, the company has released a device that is collectible. This is, in general, a toy, and not quite comfortable - the plastic device on its hand did not hold very well. The case is plastic, with the exception of a massive metal fastener, there is no screen of its own, instead it was proposed to use a smartphone. Many function buttons and knobs carried a purely decorative function. Despite this, the fans bought up all the Pip-Boy in a matter of minutes. But buyers quickly became disillusioned with this device.
Now the company, together with ThinkGeek, has decided to release a more realistic version of the wrist computer. This is not quite a toy. The device has its own display. Virtually all buttons and other controls are work. And most importantly - for the operation of the system does not need to insert a smartphone inside.
This device is positioned by the manufacturer as a smart watch, although very unusual. Of course, you won't be able to take a job (if you are not a game designer and do not work with the same geeks) or study device. And absolutely in vain. Like other smart watches, the new Pip-Boy, when you switch to a smartphone, allows you to answer a call, read a message, or view a calendar event. The system comes with a docking station that can be used as an audio amplifier and charger.
The dimensions of the system are 18 * 13 cm. Weight - 900 grams. The gadget has two stereo speakers that allows you to play high-quality audio, plus a special USB-drive fits inside. There is also a Bluetooth module that allows you to synchronize your device with a mobile phone.
What else?
- Own software;
- Cosplay mode (in this mode, the device displays screens with Status, Special, etc.);
- Built-in battery;
- Dock RobCo Industries.
The declared cost of the device is $ 350. This is quite a lot for this type of gadget. But nothing prevents you from buying, but simply admiring the photo of the device.
And remember - Pip-Boy is not a toy at all!
Source: https://habr.com/ru/post/395047/
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