The Referee Is Always Right

Combining the functions of an electronic watch, an indicator, and a whistle, the Time Whistle hopes to be the ultimate match tool for a football Referee. Easier said than done, because given the high passion and spirit of the game, too much precision in decision may not go down well with the fans! A little bit of mind games is good!

Time Whistle is a 2014 Red Dot Award: Design Concept winner.

Designers: Prof. Bao Haimo, Xu Kun, Bao Jiacheng, Cui Weijian, Feng Ming, Li Caoyang, Qiao Song, Wang Yanwen, Wang Yunsen & Zhang Zhenyi

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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