Arthur C. Clarke's Telescope

Origin
When Arthur C. Clarke (1917 - 2008) wrote 2001: A Space Odyssey the theme of the Cold War and the dangers of technology were out in the world. Exploring the perils related to the atomic age and with that, Artificial Intelligence becoming self-aware along with the dangers of space exploration. Revelation coming from the understanding that the AI in the novel's malevolent behavior came from an improper conflict in his orders brings one to the understanding that nothing mankind can build is infallible. As another piece of information was that all of Clarke's ideas of space travel, advanced technologies such as suspended animation were written in detail before mankind had even set foot on the moon.

Effects
Looking through the telescope, focusing on the heavenly bodies, unlocks certain understandings about the world around us. Having this knowledge unlocked inflates the user's ego and the tune of "Daisy Bell" gets stuck in your head.

Trivia
This artifact is based off Clarke's written work and not the film