You Can Own A Real-Life Fallout Pip-Boy & It's Actually Pretty Useful

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The series presents a pretty dystopian post-apocalyptic wasteland, but one thing from within that world that's hard to resist is the allure of the Pip-Boy. This wearable, multi-functional computer has cemented its status as a strong piece of iconography over the years, and its impressive in-game utility finds the perfect balance between the versatility of a smartphone and the simplicity of not feeling like an all-consuming vortex of pocketable modern technology. Unfortunately, the fantasy of owning a Pip-Boy has mostly only been possible to live out in-game, but a new product seeks to change that.

Elgato, a company that makes products focusing on streaming games and captured media on sites like Twitch, is introducing a product collection that can be viewed in full on the official Elgato website. Notably, this includes a Pip-Boy-styled Stream Deck MK.2, which can rival the in-game version in its ability to provide handy access to everyday digital functions. The Pip-Boy Stream Deck retails for the same $149.99 MSRP as a standard version of the product, but boasts a muted green color and an extra layer of themed detailing.

Although it's obviously targeted at streamers,a Stream Deck can be useful for anyone who spends enough time working or gaming on a computer. It's essentially just a customizable control array that can display digital icons for every assigned function, eliminating the need to fiddle with keyboard layers or memorize associations. The version adds an extra layer of fun to the affair, turning it from something utilitarian into a more charming accessory and offering something to enjoy during the long wait for

This isn't the first time that the Pip-Boy's power has been leveraged for a real-world product, with the most famous incarnation being a wearable accessory packaged with a special edition bundle. This model was intended to securely fit a phone inside, a goal that had varying success depending on the phone model. ThinkGeek made a Bluetooth Pip-Boy