Rotary Mechanical Smartphone

Designer Richard Clarkson has created a conceptual smartphone with a rotary dial. The Rotary Mechanical Smartphone combines a digital touch-screen on the front with interchangeable mechanical dials on the back. The painted surface of the case will wear away in time to reveal the electroplated copper beneath. Here are some details:

Digital vs. Mechanical – Rotary Mechanical Smartphone is a concept designed by Richard Clarkson that combines and synthesizes digital technologies and physical mechanical systems in order to elicit more value in our everyday objects. via agdmag