Nomad, known for its sleek accessories made from leather and metal, is experimenting with transparent plastic. The company has released a limited edition version of its 30WUSB-C charger with a case that gives you a peek at the electronics inside.
There is not a lot to see. It uses GaN components to achieve its small size but that is not obvious just by looking at it. It looks like a neat collection of components to the untrained eye.
It makes for an incredibly cool aesthetic, especially for people like me who can appreciate electrical engineering, even if we don't know what we're looking at.
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Outside of the case, there's not much that's special about this charger, it's just one of several compact, 30W chargers on the market with an around-$30MSRP. It does not seem bad, but it is competent. The company claims it can provide enough power for a MacBook Air. Still, that case...
The golden age for fun, see-through gadgets was in the early 2000s. I can't fault the aesthetic of Nomad's offering, but I would like to see other companies add a splash of color. Imagine a pink phone with the battery, MagSafe magnets, and charging coil. An official see-through switch or steam deck is what I would like. As long as I make a list of wishes that won't happen, I hope Sony brings back the PSP and makes it transparent, all in a single stroke.
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