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Charting the evolution of groundbreaking technology design.
If you're fascinated by the trajectory of tech innovation, 'On/off' could be your next great read. Mel Byars captures the rapid pace of electronic product evolution with a keen eye on design aesthetics that have shaped the gadgets around us. It's a visual and thought-provoking journey through the advancements that have become so integral to our daily lives.
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ISBN: 9781856692496
Authors:
Byars
Publisher: LAURENCE KING
Date of Publication: 2007-08-22
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.71
(rated by 7 readers)
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Charting the evolution of groundbreaking technology design.
If you're fascinated by the trajectory of tech innovation, 'On/off' could be your next great read. Mel Byars captures the rapid pace of electronic product evolution with a keen eye on design aesthetics that have shaped the gadgets around us. It's a visual and thought-provoking journey through the advancements that have become so integral to our daily lives.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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