I designed a Dieter Rams-inspired iPhone dock (arslan.io)

Article summary

The author designed an iPhone dock inspired by Dieter Rams' designs, combining a tray, charger, and clock into one device. They used CAD software and a 3D printer to create the dock, iterating through several prototypes to refine the design. The final design is a compact, rounded dock with a MagSafe charger and a tray to hold small items. The author made the 3D model available for free under the Standard Digital File License.

Main themes

• 3D printing
• Design inspiration
• iPhone accessories
• DIY projects
• Bambu Lab printers
• Prusa printers

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