Tim Tan

Skip to content
Menu
  • Photography
  • Podcast
  • About

Category: Design

Posted on September 13, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I proudly announce v3.0 of my website. It’s come a long way! New to this version are Twitter Bootstrap integration (designed for built-in responsiveness…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 19, 2012April 23, 2020Design

I was replacing the batteries on my Magic Trackpad today and noticed something interesting: the two nub-like gray circles on the bottom are what enables…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 9, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I analyze my REI Tumbler: [first impression] This was one of the REI employee gifts from December 2010. I was pretty impressed when I…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 8, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I analyze my Belkin Mini Surge Protector/USB Charger: [first impression] I bought this several years ago to more efficiently use my outlets and to…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 7, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I analyze my North Face Venture Rain Jacket: [first impression] Early into my job at REI I noticed that the Venture jacket was one…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 6, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I analyze my iPad HDMI Adapter: [first impression] I bought this along with the VGA adapter back in March. It’s served its purpose of…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 5, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I look at my Logitech Mouse: [first impression] I bought this mouse for use on my laptop about a year ago. I’ve come to…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 4, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I look at my Sony TV Remote: [first impression] This is the remote that came with my TV, which I’ve had for about a…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 3, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I look at my 16 GB SanDisk flash drive: [first impression] I’ve been a long time user of SanDisk, so this was my third…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 2, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I look at the my Pur Water Filter: [first impression] I bought this filter at Bed Bath & Beyond my freshman year. It was…

Continue Reading
Posted on August 1, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I look at the my Vibram FiveFingers: [first impression] I bought my FiveFingers in July 2011 with my REI Dividend, and they have been…

Continue Reading
Posted on July 31, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I look at the my Timbuk2 Messenger Bag: [first impression] I bought it on a whim for 50% off at the University Bookstore. I…

Continue Reading
Posted on July 30, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I look at the my car keys: [first impression] I’ve been driving my trusty CRV ever since I had my permit. My first time…

Continue Reading
Posted on July 29, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today I look at the Moleskine notebook: [first impression] I was given my first Moleskine in December 2009. Since then, I have used them as…

Continue Reading
Posted on July 28, 2012April 23, 2020Design

Today’s analysis is on the Stanley Indoor Wireless Remote Control: [first impression] My first encounter was at my friend’s house when he showed off how…

Continue Reading
Posted on July 27, 2012April 23, 2020Design

[introduction] Last year I read Don Norman’s The Design of Everyday Things. Inspired by Steve Jobs’ biography, I recently began thinking and reflecting on the…

Continue Reading
Copyright © 2023 – Tim Tan
Alkane Theme by WPAlkane ⋅ Powered by WordPress