Film Photography Can Never Be Replaced
Old-school image-making liberates us from algorithms—and helps us pursue an unfiltered connection with our own creativity. Continue reading Film Photography Can Never Be Replaced
Author Archives: Jonathon Keats
In Praise of Ugly and Conspicuous Security Cameras
Surveillance works best when the bad guys can see they’re being watched. So why design smart-home security cameras to blend in so beautifully? Continue reading In Praise of Ugly and Conspicuous Security Cameras
The Quiet Power of Sound Design
Our lives are increasingly entangled with our devices; great sound design could make that a more perfect union. Continue reading The Quiet Power of Sound Design
How the Atari 2600 Led Videogaming’s Home Invasion
A nearly endless array of game options helped the cartridge-fed console dominate the living room for years. Continue reading How the Atari 2600 Led Videogaming’s Home Invasion
Why the Aeron Is Still the Most Coveted Seat in the Office
With its pioneering mesh support, ingenious tilt mechanism, and conspicuously engineered design, the “dotcom throne” has survived and thrived. Continue reading Why the Aeron Is Still the Most Coveted Seat in the Office
The History of the X-Acto Knife, From Battlefields to Craft Tables
From military medical tents to the drafting table, the versatile X-acto knife always makes the cut. Continue reading The History of the X-Acto Knife, From Battlefields to Craft Tables
How Lego Came to Be the World’s Most Famous Brick
A Danish woodworker’s bet on a new manufacturing process gave us a toy that never gets old. Continue reading How Lego Came to Be the World’s Most Famous Brick
Maglite ML300L: The Illuminating Origins of This Tough Flashlight
An itch to build a better flashlight birthed a brilliant companion for cops and outdoorsy types alike. Continue reading Maglite ML300L: The Illuminating Origins of This Tough Flashlight
The Return of the Iconic Rangefinder Camera
For many serious photographers, the rangefinder camera remains the go-to window on the world. Continue reading The Return of the Iconic Rangefinder Camera
The Return of the Iconic Rangefinder Camera
For many serious photographers, the rangefinder camera remains the go-to window on the world. The post The Return of the Iconic Rangefinder Camera appeared first on WIRED. Continue reading The Return of the Iconic Rangefinder Camera