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Telling time the 'Pong' way

Steve Conaway Labs Manager / Senior Technical Project Manager
I am the Labs Manager for CNET's Home Division based in Louisville, KY. My interest in technology began in the early '90s, and soon after I began my double major in computer science and computer engineering. I've worked in many areas, including computer hardware, software, technology, networking, graphic design, instruction, construction, music and even ballroom dancing! 65% Ron Swanson, 25% Ben Wyatt, 10% Andy Dwyer.
Expertise I've been an outdoor enthusiast my entire life. I also renovate, flip and build houses in my 'spare' time. Paired with our test lab facilities, I write about lots of outdoor related things - portable power stations, tools, etc.
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The exotic Pong Clock, designed by Netherlands based-design studio Buro Vormkrijgers, merges old-school video game chic with new flat-panel technology.

The clock is based on the original "Pong" game released by Atari in 1976. Although a phenomenally basic game by today's standards, "Pong" was cutting-edge back when it came out.

Pong Clock
Credit: Buro Vormkrijgers

The Pong Clock features both the game and the time, automatically playing a hypnotic game of "Pong." A minute passes and the "player" on the right scores a point. When an hour rolls by, the "player" on the left scores a point.

A limited supply of the clocks was created, and unfortunately, the manufacturer has sold out of its first run. However, they did retain 10 units that will be sold on eBay in the near future. The units originally sold for around $240, so expect this smaller supply to sell for a bit more.