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Telling Time With Images

This Tokyo Flash Watch Isn't Suitable For Math Haters

— January 19, 2009 — Fashion
I came across these snazzy new watches from Tokyoflash, but because it makes me do math to tell the time, I want to kill the designer who probably thought this is the best idea ever. Seriously.

I have a digital watch. Watches without numbers on them baffle me. I look at Movado watches and am like, “hunh? Why?” ‘Cause I can’t tell the fricken time on it.

Apparently the yellow bars indicate hours, the red dots are 5 minute intervals and the green dots are 1 minute intervals. You have to add all that up in order to figure out the time. Can you imagine getting the time from some sucker wearing this watch? Some hot chick asks, “Hey mister, do you have the time?” “Yah, yah, it’s 5 plus 7 times 5...35...plus....2....um...” and by that time, the sex on legs has already walked away.
Trend Themes
1. Mathematical Timepieces - There is a growing trend in creating watches that require mathematical calculations to tell the time, offering a unique and challenging experience for users.
2. Alternative Time Display - Watch designers are exploring unconventional ways to display time, using symbols and patterns instead of traditional numerals for a more artistic and abstract approach.
3. Interactive Timepieces - Interactive watches that engage users in solving puzzles or decoding symbols are gaining popularity, merging fashion and functionality in a novel way.
Industry Implications
1. Watch Manufacturing - The watch manufacturing industry has an opportunity to tap into the market of individuals who seek unique and challenging timepieces that offer a distinctive user experience.
2. Fashion and Accessories - The fashion and accessories industry can embrace the trend of alternative time display watches, providing customers with avant-garde options to express their individuality.
3. Design and Technology - The design and technology industries can collaborate to create innovative and interactive timepieces that merge aesthetics with functionality, offering users a captivating and engaging experience.
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