Written by Katie on September 2, 2010. Permalink
I’m not sure if you use a desktop calculator or not, but either way you might find yourself wanting to buy this green gem of a number cruncher if only to gaze at it each and every day. I mean, come on, if there’s any reason to go old school, it’s for this baby. It’s got a nicely sized keypad, two-line display, currency converter and tax calculator. Plus, it’s just the right shade of green.
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Written by Katie on December 30, 2008. Permalink
This is on sale from the regular price of around $17.00…not bad for such a slim, stylish calculator.
Perfect for pocket or purse the Credit Card Solar Powered Calculator designed by Sam Hecht is always ready to go. The slim form factor mimics the size and shape of a standard credit card and the raised numeric keys allow for a tactile feel during operation.
Designer: Sam Hecht
Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 0.2cm
Purchase Information:
No longer available.
Written by Kris on July 17, 2008. Permalink
Perfectly simple solar-powered calculator by Naoto Fukasawa.
No matter how complex your calculations may be, the Electric Calculator M was designed to make things a bit more simple. With easy to read numbers, a slightly elevated display section, and uniform color on both body and keys, any elements of complexity have been scaled back as much as possible. The idea of doing work has suddenly become a bit more attractive…
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Purchase Information:
No longer available.
Written by Katie on April 21, 2008. Permalink
Why, oh why are there still devices that are not Mac compatible?
“Inspired by the number pad on a keyboard, this calculator has all the standard features and can easily be connected to a laptop or PC via USB cable connection to add number-pad functionality. It can also be used independently. Not MAC compatible. One LR1130 battery included.”
1h x 5.5w x 3.25″d
Purchase Information:
Price: $58.00
Written by kris & katie on October 2, 2007. Permalink
More simple genius from Muji.
Written by kris & katie on October 2, 2007. Permalink
Perfect as a gift for someone who’s about to go on a big journey. It has a currency converter, and the aluminum case will also accommodate two credit cards.
2.36 inches W x 3.62 inches H x 0.35 inches D.
Written by kris & katie on October 2, 2007. Permalink
This is pretty. It’s a calculator with a cedar shell sandwiched around cork.
Made in Japan.
Written by kris & katie on October 2, 2007. Permalink
Small, unassuming, well-designed. Acrylic keys and requires a 1.5V battery.
Written by kris & katie on October 2, 2007. Permalink
Who doesn’t love calculators? Not only do they save us seconds/minutes/hours of brain time, but they also look cool. This particular multi-line calculator has 85 lines in memory, so you don’t even have to remember what you did forty-some-odd lines beforehand like normal.
Designed by Patrick Jouin for Lexon of France.
Transparent gray
approx 5″ x 3.5″
Written by kris & katie on October 2, 2007. Permalink
For the mathematically impaired, this extra slim solar calculator can fit in your wallet along with your credit cards. I think I might have seen this in Dwell magazine.
designed by sam hecht for lexon
available in beige or grey
abs plastic
3.34″ x 2.12″ x .08″
Written by kris & katie on October 2, 2007. Permalink
Red Lollipop is a great store where you can purchase designer goods at a discount. It’s new, so they’re still getting their stock in…
“This soft-to-the-touch calculator, designed by Alessandro Mendini for Alessi in 2000, has an intriguing shape and texture that makes it hard to put down. Constructed of ABS plastic with silicone rubber buttons, the Cioccolator brings a new dimension to everyday calculations. An effortless, affordable design by one of the most well-loved designers working for Alessi today. Available in yellow and blue.”
Dimensions: 3.5″w x 2.75″d x .75″ h
Purchase Information:
Price: $40.00