Let’s Play The Guessing Game

We have NEVER done this on YD before, but we’re gonna play the GUESSING GAME right now!

Just by looking at this Pre-Picture can you guess what the item is?
The explanation is in the Permalink, but be honest with yourself and tell me what exactly did you think this was?

Those who got it RIGHT! Pat yourself on your back!

This is the R-1, a simple analog radio. No fuss device! Roll it back and forth to control the volume or to turn it off; roll it side to side to change the channels.

Designer: Ilgu Cha

Radhika Seth

Radhika Seth is a design and technology writer with over 18 years of experience covering products, innovation, and the ideas shaping design. She serves on the jury of international design competitions, including the iF Design Award, and hosts Yanko Design’s Design Mindset podcast. A former Ogilvy advertising professional, she has also taught Communication and Design Journalism, bringing together her experience across design, storytelling, brands, and media.

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