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Glad I was able to snag one before they sold out. I would have preferred the Crater color but it was sold out so I had to settle for Chartreuse.
 
That speckled version really looks like congealed barf.

Aaaand all colors are sold out for delivery, lol. Actually, a solid color wouldn't be bad, just not that hideous chartreuse. Something more muted would be better, but then it wouldn't be "exclusive" enough for a limited edition.
 
So they are celebrating 40 years of accessibility by selling a handle grip that costs more money than 3-4 hours wages at the median income in the U.S. That doesn't feel very accessible to me, just my $0.02
 
There are already a billion accessories to help grip an iPhone which are not (1) so ugly; (2) blatantly appealing to some "designer" nonsense"; and (3) crazily overpriced.

Which is irrelevant to the "who would buy this?" question. Someoene may have a different opinion on its value to them.

So no; the "we are nice to the crippled" argument does not work here.

A strawman which is not being made.

It's a freaking product, as with any, the market will decide if it works or not. A product doesn't have to look great to be great for specific uses.
 
Inspired by modern sculpture, the Hikawa's design process involved direct input from individuals with disabilities affecting muscle strength, dexterity, and hand control.
I am really getting upset. Not talking about the price range. Ever bought some luxury stuff? Ever been in the situation needing such a helping tool? Ever imagined, these helping tools do not need to look like s..t, but - you know, like something you like in need of that tool?

So - think about it...
Do not buy it, if you do not need or want it. And please don't complain about the existence of this product.
 
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I am really getting upset. Not talking about the price range. Ever bought some luxury stuff? Ever been in the situation needing such a helping tool? Ever imagined, these helping tools do not need to look like s..t, but - you know, like something you like in need of that tool?

So - think about it...
Do not buy it, if you do not need or want it. And please don't complain about the existence of this product.
Well said. Why people think their opinion is the only one that matters is beyond me.
 
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At least you could put a candle in it and have ambient lighting to watch your favorite show when the power goes out. At least that’s what I’d do.
 
Glad I was able to snag one before they sold out. I would have preferred the Crater color but it was sold out so I had to settle for Chartreuse.
Honestly that's probably the better color. Certainly more hi-visibility so you're unlikely to lose it on a messy desk.
I still think one of those little pucks that sticks to the back and has a ring that pops out for you to stick a finger through or for a stand would be better given you probably want to keep it attached but also fit in your pocket.
 
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Looks bad and costs too much. I definitely won’t be buying one and not sure how many will buy one. But considering it is a limited edition item, will not be surprised even if it is sold out.
 
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Who in their right mind would be stupid or tasteless enough to buy such a hideous thing?
People with mobility disabilities, which absolutely includes simply getting old.

I guess if you wait 40-50 years, you might be surprised when your hands (and other parts) no longer work. Or work but with huge amounts of pain.
 
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Someone made this in 5 mins. 3D print.

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Someone made this in 5 mins. 3D print.

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LOL! I just saw that. Yeah, anyone with a 3D printer and a bit of 3d design experience can turn out something functionally similar in very little time. The most expensive element is the magnetic ring. With a little extra work during design and printing, the magnets could be embedded in the print.
 
Due to manufacturing volume, probably made for less than a $1 via injection molded process but sold for $69.95 because customers like to be ripped off.
You say "Due to manufacturing volume." Do you have reason to believe that $70 widgets will sell in high volume? If not sold in high enough volume the per-umit cost of injection molding could be fairly high. I wonder if the product lends itself to 3D printing in low volume, which would mean the vendor risks getting knocked off at low volume by the 3D hnockoff crooks and at high volume by a different batch of hnockoff crooks. Timing is key for success, and that is assuming it works as designed ;~)
 
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