Look at your phone – it’s a rectangle with rounded corners, isn’t it? While this was established as the prevailing shape early on, there were those that knew in their hearts there are better, more natural shapes. In 2015 Monohm showcased the Runcible – described as an “heirloom smart pocket device”, this was both a smartphone and not a smartphone. And its circular shape can’t have escaped your notice. Runcible Babbage • Runcible Lovelace The Runcible had a round screen and smoothly curved back, imitating natural objects like a smooth pebble. The nature theme was supported by...
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