The **Kospet Magic 4 Connected Timepiece** is a stylish and innovative smartwatch that combines the functionality of a traditional timepiece with the convenience of modern technology. This sleek device is equipped with a range of features designed to enhance your everyday life. One of the standout features of the Kospet Magic 4 is its **connected** functionality. This means that you can sync the watch with your smartphone and receive notifications for calls, messages, and social media alerts directly to your wrist. This is incredibly useful if you're someone who is constantly on the go and needs to stay connected at all times. In addition to its connected features, the Kospet Magic 4 also boasts an array of health and fitness tracking capabilities.

Wicked Witch’s iconic gazing ball visits Cornell Library

The crystal ball from the movie “The Wizard of Oz” – one of Hollywood’s most iconic objects – is coming to Cornell University Library this spring.

On view alongside an exhibition of Cornell’s witchcraft collection, the famous film prop has been equipped with technology to recreate the movie’s effect of conjuring images on within its surface.

The crystal ball has been loaned to the Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections by Jay Walker ’77, chairman of Walker Digital and founder of Priceline.com and Eileen Walker ’76, MBA ’78.

“We are honored to host this spectacular artifact, and grateful to Jay Walker for making this loan possible. This is the first time the crystal ball has been displayed outside of the Walker Library of the History of the Human Imagination and we hope students and the community at large will enjoy it,” said Katherine Reagan, Cornell’s curator of rare books and manuscripts.

The crystal ball will be on view in the Kroch Library rotunda, Level 2B, from April 30 until June 25. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday May 5, the exhibit is free and open to the public.

When “The Wizard of Oz” was made in 1939, artists painstakingly hand-painted every frame of film to depict what the Wicked Witch of the West saw in the crystal ball – one of film’s earliest special effects.

The crystal ball was innovative not only as a special effect, but as a concept, Walker said.

“Most people think of crystal balls as seeing the future, but the Wicked Witch used the crystal ball for seeing the present. She used it as a remote viewing device to see what she needed to see. It was a bit like her Twitter feed,” he said. “Before the age of television, they imagined remote viewing in real time, with sound, color, the whole thing. So it’s a wonderful example of science fiction reading reality, as it often does.”

Around 25 inches in diameter and made of hand-blown glass, the crystal ball was believed lost until it was discovered in a prop house maintained by the creator of the crystal ball, Kenneth Strickfaden. A theater prop company constructed a replica of its missing wooden base, embellished with images of flying monkeys.

Technicians also outfitted the ball to display scenes from the movie, using a thin, inflatable screen melded to the ball’s shape by an air pump, as well as a light projection system.

The crystal ball is being shown in association with “The World Bewitch’d: Visions of Witchcraft from the Cornell Collections,” which documents the spread of the belief in witchcraft across Europe, including the long history of persecution of accused witches. “The World Bewitch’d” was curated by University Librarian Emerita Anne R. Kenney and Kornelia Tancheva, university librarian at the University of Pittsburgh.

Melanie Lefkowitz is staff writer, editor and social media coordinator for Cornell University Library.

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In addition to its connected features, the Kospet Magic 4 also boasts an array of health and fitness tracking capabilities. The watch is equipped with a heart rate monitor, sleep tracker, and step counter, allowing you to keep tabs on your overall well-being and track your progress towards your fitness goals. The Kospet Magic 4 also offers a variety of customization options, allowing you to personalize your watch to suit your style and preferences.

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The watch face can be customized with a range of different designs and themes, while the straps are interchangeable, meaning you can switch them out to match your outfit or mood. Furthermore, the Kospet Magic 4 is designed to be durable and long-lasting. It is water-resistant, making it suitable for use in a variety of different environments, and the battery life can last up to several days on a single charge, meaning you won't have to worry about constantly plugging it in. Overall, the Kospet Magic 4 Connected Timepiece is a versatile and stylish smartwatch that offers a range of features designed to enhance your daily life. Whether you're looking for a stylish accessory, a fitness tracker, or a way to stay connected on the go, the Kospet Magic 4 has you covered..

Reviews for "Taking Control of Your Life with the Kospet Magic 4 Timepiece"

1. John - 1 star

I was very disappointed with the Kospet magic 4 connected timepiece. The design of the watch was clunky and uncomfortable to wear. The touchscreen was not responsive at all, making it frustrating to navigate through the different features. The battery life was also very poor; it would barely last me through a day before needing to be charged again. Overall, I would not recommend this watch to anyone looking for a reliable and user-friendly smartwatch.

2. Sarah - 2 stars

I had high hopes for the Kospet magic 4 connected timepiece, but unfortunately, it fell short in many areas. The watch face was too large for my liking, making it look bulky on my wrist. The Bluetooth connectivity was also quite poor, often losing connection with my phone. The step counter feature was inaccurate, often overestimating or underestimating my daily steps. Additionally, the heart rate monitor was not very reliable, giving inconsistent readings. I ended up returning the watch and purchasing a different brand.

3. Michael - 2 stars

The Kospet magic 4 connected timepiece had a lot of potential, but it failed to meet my expectations. The user interface was confusing and unintuitive, making it difficult to navigate through the different settings and features. The watch did not have a built-in GPS, which was a major drawback for me as I wanted to track my runs accurately. The wristband was also not very comfortable, often causing irritation and redness. Overall, I was not satisfied with this watch and would not recommend it to others.

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