By Andrew Liszewski
At this point standalone calculators really only serve as decorative desk accessories, and the new X-ViZ from Kokuyo totally embodies that idea. Its sleek, slim form factor not only makes it look like a prop from a 70’s sci-fi flick, but it also allows the calculator to be used single-handedly. A methodology we’re already accustomed to thanks to cellphones and the like. Available on May 11 in black or white the X-ViZ will exclusively be available in Japan for ~$64 (¥5,250).
[ Kokuyo X-ViZ ] VIA [ CrunchGear ]
— excellent idea, beautiful (minimalist) design but too pricey
I remember Clive Sinclair produced a calculator with a similar key layout, the Sovereign, in 1977
— yes, I too remember it and it was smaller than this
http://www.thimet.de/calccollection/calculators/sinclair-scientific/SinclairScientific-M.JPG
How many hands does a normal calculator take?? Usually, it only takes 1 finger for me…
Thought this was a Wii remote accessory at first. Maybe it’s the Wii 2 controller? Great for all those casual math games Nintendo has planned.