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Audi BrandVoice: In Future-Fueled Silicon Valley, This Museum Looks Back 2,000 Years

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n part two of Coming Into View, a series exploring innovative, cultural attractions across the country, Forbes takes a trip to tech-powered Silicon Valley and tours one of its most educational destinations: the Computer History Museum.

Mountain View, a Bay Area city of about 80,000 residents, runs on cutting-edge tech and engineering brainpower.

It's a home base for established industry giants like Google, Mozilla and Symantec, as well as brand new startups. This inventive spirit has early origins: in the 1950s, the Shockley Semiconductor Laboratory opened and created the area's first silicon transistor prototype-a major milestone in developing microchips. The lab is often described as the pioneer of startups and its original site is considered an iconic Mountain View landmark.

Mountain View also boasts an array of cultural attractions, such as Castro Street's flourishing food scene, a cherished farmers market, the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, public parks and nearby universities like Stanford and Berkeley.

Silicon Valley startups have their sights set on the future, but what about the past? Some engineers might say that building tomorrow's state-of-the-art inventions requires a comprehensive history lesson first. In Mountain View, there's just the place: at the Computer History Museum, tech nerds and novices alike are invited to unravel 2,000 years of remarkable technological evolution.

Inside, visitors can cover a wide range of topics and inventions-from basic calculators and analog computers to artificial intelligence and robotics. The Computer History Museum claims it holds the largest "international collection of computing artifacts in the world, encompassing computer hardware, software, documentation, ephemera, photographs, oral histories, and moving images." That's about 1,100 artifacts to peruse, including some of the earliest computers and toy robots, archaic typewriters and measuring instruments and even lab notebooks containing handwritten ideas that changed the world.

The museum's history dates back to the 1980s, but it wasn't until 1996 that the institution made its official debut in Mountain View. In 2005, the museum opened a computer chess exhibit called "Mastering the Game" (now online), which served as model for creating new interactive exhibits down the road.

Today, most of those exhibits aim to draw connections between the earliest tools and today's modern computing systems. What breakthrough inventions of ancient civilizations impact today's tech? How does finger-counting relate to computers? What's an abacus?

Answers are chronicled in " Revolution: The First 2000 Years of Computing," a 25,000-square-foot adventure through time spotlighting key milestones and some of the very first inventions in computer history.

The space also examines how computing has evolved in complexity, capability and appearance. Pictured here as part of a display on missile guidance systems is the "Minuteman Missile Guidance Computer"-a transistorized computer that calculated missile position midair. This was a tricky engineering project, according to the museum, since design had to hold up during powerful missile launches.

The best way to grasp the story behind an application like Photoshop? Try using it.

In " Make Software, Change The World "-a 6,000-square-foot "Transformation Age" exhibition showcasing how software has revolutionized our lives-participants can learn basic programming skills and photo-editing techniques, compete in speed-texting and play games. The exhibit deep-dives into the history and impact of several programs in particular: MP3, Photoshop, Car Crash Simulation, Texting, Wikipedia, World of Warcraft and MRI.

In the Photoshop portion, visitors are introduced to behind-the-scenes programming and invited to manipulate images and observe how even minor adjustments can influence what a viewer sees and believes.

Museum-goers can also investigate life-saving innovations like Magnetic Resonance Imaging (or MRI). The exhibit tours the long history of medical imaging, starting with x-rays in 1895 and leading up to noninvasive 3D imaging of the brain and spine used in today's medical centers. An interactive table featuring a series of MRI scans lets users to test their diagnostic skills and try their hand at identifying abnormalities in the human body.

After a history lesson spanning centuries, visitors might depart with a fresh perspective on the future. As the museum's intensive tour through time suggests, tomorrow's innovations are fueled by much more than the latest tech: the dinosaur devices of our past-as well 2,000 years of inventions, bold questions and revolutionary ideas-will define what's next.
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In Future-Fueled Silicon Valley, This Museum Looks Back 2,000 Years

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n part two of Coming Into View , a series exploring innovative, cultural attractions across the country, Forbes takes a trip to tech-powered Silicon Valley and tours one of its most educational destinations: the Computer History Museum. Mountain View, a Bay Area city of about 80,000 residents, runs on cutting-edge tech and engineering brainpower.

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TOCKr take off with a winning combination of heritage and style – 28 Days Earlier

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Tockr™ is different in this aspect, we are witnessing the birth of the complete brand, a polished, refined, professional and complete brand.

Tockr™ has been over 18 months in the creation after lifetime of planning for its creators, Austin Ivey - Founder & Chairman, Sophy Rindler - Co-Founder & Partner, and Serge Aebischer - CEO, you can read about their skillsets and histories on their website bio

The Tockr™ range consists from the beginning two main product groups covering thirteen models, notably the C-47 series and the Air Defender Series and both have very impressive specs, the type of impressive specs that throws them straight away into the bracket of "Premium Brand".

The C-47 series is aptly named after the aircraft type that Austins grandfather used to fly in the second world war, and the design influences are drawn from the plane itself.

"Tockr traces its inspiration back to World War II when Austin's Grandfather Eugene Xerxes Martin, Jr. was serving as a Lieutenant in the Army Air Transport Command. Lt. Martin went on to fly C-47 Skytrain transport planes over the "Hump", the infamous Eastern end of the Himalayan Mountains between China and India.Tockr's C-47 series pays tribute to this history by offering a one of a kind watch made in Switzerland inspired by the radial engine of the C-47 aircraft."

The two types of the C-47 series are the 'Radial' and the 'Radial Wing', both being driven by a Automatic Swiss manufactured LESCHOT Engineering caliber movements. LESCHOT by the way are a watch manufacturing company that has been around since the 1500's and are proud to say they not only make some of the movements but also complete the build of all watches in Switzerland.

The 'Wing' sports Hours / Minutes / Seconds whilst the 'Radial' has the added Date complication.

The Air Defender Series
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The Air Defender series takes its design cues from the military pilot watches of the 1970's. Feedback has been excellent with people loving the range, the dual front and rear display, and the Premium finish Valjoux 7750 beating at its heart with the full day date complication.

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Normally in this job I get the opportunity to discuss a watch that has launched and behind it is the start of a brand, or a link into an existing brand. Tockr™ is different in this aspect, we are witnessing the birth of the complete brand, a polished, refined, professional and complete brand....

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Tockr Air Defender | Hands on Watch Review - WatchReport.com

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Tockr Air Defender | Hands on Watch Review - WatchReport.com

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Tockr Air Defender

I have a soft spot for German style inspired watches, so when I saw the Tockr Air Defender, I needed to check it out. I will get into the inspiration for this watch later on, but I wanted to talk a little bit about how this company came about. I have had a few conversations with Austin Ivey, part owner of Tockr Watches and he did something that is rarely seen these days in the watch world; he funded the company himself. No Kickstarter or crowdfunding was used, he invested his time and money and started Tockr Watches. I know everybody is not able to do that, and it for sure is a big gamble, especially with how competitive the watch market is these days. His partner is located in Switzerland overseeing manufacture and assembling while Austin resides in Texas and works on design, customer service, marketing and more.
Tockr Air Defender Specifications:

45mm Stainless Steel Case

50mm Lug to Lug

15mm Thick

22mm Lug Width

Sapphire Crystal Front and Back

Valjoux 7750 Automatic Movement

100 Meters Water Resistant

Stainless Bracelet or Leather Strap

Price $1250 on Leather, $1450 on Bracelet https://tockr.com/products/air-defender/chronograph/748613435415
So, obviously the Tockr Air Defender is inspired by Sinn and Tutima Watches, as both brands have a model similar to this. The Sinn 140 ST is where the Tockr Air Defender draws most inspiration in my opinion and while the dial is very similar because of the type of watch and movement used, the case is different, though same shape and it is slightly larger measuring in at 45mm. If you can find the Sinn, it is more than double the price of the Air Defender on the stainless bracelet, and while not made in Germany, the Air Defender is produced in Switzerland. If you are someone that does not like homages or similar designs, this watch will probably not appeal to you. If you have always wanted the Sinn, but it was far out of reach, this is another option now available.

There are a lot of great watches these days and you can find a lot of different reviews on the internet, at many different sites. What I try and do here is not just tell you about what you can see in the pictures and video, but actually discuss the good and the bad. Overall, the Tockr Air Defender is very good, and I love how it looks on my wrist. It is a heavy watch, especially on the bracelet, but it does seem to balance out. The crown and pushers all function well and have nice winding or firm clicks in the case of the chronograph pushers, which is what you expect of a watch at this price point. I will say the least favorite attribute of the Tockr Air Defender is the choice of the high polished finish on the case sides and bracelet center links. This style of watch just begs for an all brushed or bead blasted case in my opinion.

Years ago I loved a clean dial. I never even thought about a chronograph. Full disclosure, I can count on my hands how many times I have used a chronograph to time something, but I do find myself drawn to a chrono more often these days. Because I have always loved Sinn Watches, the type of font and markings on the dial of the Tockr Air Defender draw me in and I love the little orange accents for just the right amount of color on the dial. Unless modified, most Valjoux 7750 watches have the day and date and this is something I appreciate, because while it might sound odd, I sometimes forget what day it is. Date I know, but I like having the day feature for when my brain gets muddled and I don't know what day of the week it is.

Another area of contention for me is the bracelet, but more specifically the clasp. The bracelet of the Tockr Air Defender is substantial, and while it uses standard friction pins to hold the links, all seems sturdy. I have a feeling they did not want to outright copy the Sinn H link bracelet, so they went with something similar but not exact. I somewhat wish they did though, as I love that style of bracelet and do feel it compliments the watch head. Overlooking that though, the clasp is just not up to par with the rest of the watch. It is a pretty standard push button locking clasp and while signed, is just meh. With a watch such as this and with a beautiful custom rotor seen through the display case back, I just expected more. Austin did inform me they are looking into replacing the clasp, so we will see if that ends up happening on future stock. Also available is a leather strap, which is very nice quality, and will lighten the weight of the watch for sure. The leather strap model is also $200 cheaper than the bracelet version.

As I mention the display case back above, now is as good of a time as any to discuss the movement and custom rotor. Powered by a Valjoux 7750 automatic movement, this is an area Tockr decided to go all out on. Not only is the movement decorated and has a badass custom rotor, but the steel around the sapphire crystal on the back is very nicely machined and engraved. This is definitely one of those watches that even your non watch friends or family would be impressed with when you show it off to them. This is what I like to see when I see a display back. So many just show off a plain movement, with nothing done to it. If you are talking a super high end in house one of a kind movement, I get it. When it is just a plain ETA or Valjoux and you went with a display back just because, I shrug my shoulders. When I look at a display back, I want to be wowed. This absolutely has the wow factor.

Tockr Air Defender Lume

The Tockr Air Defender and Tockr in general is another brand that is bucking the perception that just because you are a "microbrand" that you have to be $500 and under when you start out. While the $1450 price tag is a big chunk of change to shell out, the Air Defender is not what I would call overpriced, especially for what it is. The design is for sure borrowed, but it is a great design and with the movement and movement decoration, sapphire on front and back, above average lume and a comfortable fit, it is equal to many in its price range. If the black dial is not your thing, a blue dial version is available as well, and while there are a few things I do not love, they are a new brand and can only get better with each new model. I feel they are on the right track and while I love this design, I can't wait to see some original designs from Tockr down the road.

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Tockr Air Defender I have a soft spot for German style inspired watches, so when I saw the Tockr Air Defender, I needed to check it out. I will get into the inspiration for this watch later on, but I wanted to talk a little bit about how this company came about.

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Talking’ Tockr — New Texas-Based Brand Creates Swiss Watches Inspired by Aviation - Revolution

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Talking’ Tockr — New Texas-Based Brand Creates Swiss Watches Inspired by Aviation - Revolution

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Talking' Tockr - New Texas-Based Brand Creates Swiss Watches Inspired by Aviation - Revolution

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Tockr offers Swiss Made watches inspired by aviation, with a unique, rotary engine-inspired design, along with a very attractive aviation chronograph.