The folks over at Unplggd showed a concept design by Dave Schultze of a modern, sleek desktop computer. They pointed out that although the desktop era is slowly fading away, which was the inspiration for Schultze. Swanky desktop models like the Philco and the new iMacs may just give hope to the once-glorious desktops.

Schultze, founder of the design firm SchultzeWORKS, was inspired to do the Philco PC by the 1950s era Philco Predicta television sets–which is where the PC gets its name. Although just a concept, the Philco PC should, in my opinion and the opinion of many lovers of the design, become a reality.

The Philco PC features what seems to be a rather large screen, approximately 22-inches, which is attached to the sleek desktop with a typewriter-like keyboard and mouse (which reminds me, as well as Unplggd, of the Steampunk style). Lots of chrome, rounded edges, and retro design makes this a magnificent design for a computer. I’d be one of the first people in line for it should it ever be produced. Read on. »