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Wanna Break Free!
The Free Socket is a clever design that marries the multi-tap, extension cord and USB socket into one convenient package. Basically it is a wall mounted electricity outlet that unhooks and can be used as a power extension. Keeping up with the current trends, USB charging is integrated into the plate and this is very clever. I love the practical aspect of the design and the fact that this design is do-able.
Free Socket is a 2012 iF Design Talents entry.
Designers: East China Normal University
9 Comments »
Antal says
The design has a problem due to ignorance of physics. When the cable is wound around the drum in the wall, if we plugged in a device with high power consumption, the cable will overheat and catch fire.
Rob says
But the provision of a ‘fuse’ would certainly provide the PROTECTION to the problem you mentioned !!!
Suki says
why I love this kind of idea..
simple but useful..
samehsanad says
Very good idea
Eoghan McDonald says
This is an extremely smart idea allowing anybody to plug and go in anywhere, anytime without the whole convenience of having to look for a universal charger
Andrew says
The reel in the wall is a weak point and not easy to maintain or replace. A thermal cutout will deal with any overheating issues. USB connectivity is great, no chargers taking up power sockets. A really great solution would be no trailing cords. As most devices are low voltage and transformers inefficient how about an underfloor mat providing contactless lv power by induction? Just place a power block on the floor wherever you are and you have juice. A different kind of block could provide wireless connectivity.
Jess says
That’s not new or different sockets where new a long time ago.
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