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Extractor hoods are in general as big as the top of kitchen range to prevent steam from spreading. But this HurlyBurly extractor hood gives us an clever way to do this. It is only in the same size as a normal pan, and what you should do is to slide it on the top of the pan.

Unlike other ones, this extractor hood does not have a steam outlet. It guards the steam from infiltrating the room with its smell by using an activated carbon filter. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Light is usually located besides the bench in the park. If you need romantic atmosphere this kind of lighting is apparently not enough. A company named Frellstedt released a lighting bench like this. It will be light in the dark by the built-in LED. With its LED technology using only 95 watts of electricity to operate, you have no need to worry about the energy consumption. [Read the rest of this entry...]

The electric has been the most popular product of eco-friendly trend. As a matter of fact, except for the power source, reducing the weight of car is also a great idea to save energy. What is the lightest car in the world? Japanese says 150 kg. [Read the rest of this entry...]

You may have your own opinion on the futuristic car. One of the most popular trends is that cars driven without oil. Beyond the basic common idea, shape is the most significant point. Maybe the shapes are out of your imagination, but you have to admit that, in the era of rapid development of technology, nothing is impossible.

This concept car called Ozone gives us a good example. I think I am gonna be like clothes rolling in the washing machine while driving. Its two wheels are driven by separated motors which are powered by fuel cell. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Amazon kindle is a trend of ebook. However, because of lacking flipping pages which is a frequently used movement of reading books, you won’t be comfortable. What about an dual-screen ebook reader?

Its two screens can display the book at the same time just like a real one and you can flip pages by opening and closing the whole book. In addition, the two screen can be separated.

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It might that you will be attracted by the cool shape of this car at first glance.

But the point of the car is its multiple source of power. Gasoline is sure the first choice, although oil price is more and more crazy. But because of the super-light weight, which is only 270kg, its fuel efficiency is about 150 miles per gallon. As you can see, the solar panel is another energy source. What’s more, you can even charge the battery by cranking the pedals when sunlight is not so strong.

The best part of this 3 seats car is that it only costs 20,000 dollars releasing in 2010. [Read the rest of this entry...]

The new model OPEL vauxhall insignia cars releasing next year will feature a new safe system. The new system comes with a eye camera. Unlike most of the existed lane departure warning system, this camera can also recognize signs as far as 100 meters.

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No matter what shape is the sink of modern time, it should at least has an drain hole. But this is apparently an exception. Actually, it is used in the manner of old basin. The water won’t flow into the drain hole automatically, because it doesn’t even have one. In order to clear away the dirty water you have to pour it out from the bowl. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Although you can adjust the height and even length of the bike, it is not convenient to do at any time. If you want to experience different position with the same bike, you will sure like this switchbike. Because of the unique design, it can transform to different pattern.

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In order to maximum the efficiency of your bathroom, many ideas might have been carried out. The previous spacesaver is a perfect one. But I bet you will like this one. It is actually a modular bathroom and all the modules can be on its own rack. So you have not need to worry about lacking space.

What you should do is to slide the modules, including the shower, toilet, sink and cabinet, totally depending on your favor.

Suit is apparently the most common clothes in office. T-shirt is nor acceptable in many companies. If you wear a funny T-shirt like this, I bet both you and your colleagues will be comfortable. But, you’d better prevent meeting with your boss.

It’s really funny. Huh? [Read the rest of this entry...]

Conventional power strip is only used to supply power. But this new product named CheckTap can save up to 70% energy with its USB-programmable features.

Plug it into your computer via USB port and then use the software to save energy in some very conditions. Then your computer and peripherals will be shut down when not in use and saving energy accordingly. In addition, the built-in virtual tree can reveal the condition of your energy consumption. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Although it is not clever to take a lot of baggage while traveling, in some conditions, you have to do this. This liveluggage is designed for those unclever guys. [Read the rest of this entry...]

At the first glance, there is no difference of this cup from normal ones. As a matter of fact, you can read time from it.

Because of the magnetic dial hidden under the base of cup the floating balls in the cup and the saucer can respectively function as hour hand and minute hand. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Playing hokey game is not an easy job for people, but how could a robot do it? A team of engineering from Nuvation, a hi-tech company, will give you the answer. You’d better think twice before you say that you will sure win this robot.

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Lacking enough space for washing machine is a usual problem for those without a big house. But you can still get some extra space with your intelligence. This spacesaver is a good example. It is actually a simple combination. Just put the sink on the top of the washing machine, your bathroom is gonna be bigger. [Read the rest of this entry...]

It is said that this washbasin is inspired from a unique fossil of cephalopods which was in the spiral shape. In order to make it more vivid, this washbasin is made from concrete to form a old effect. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Although there have been so many different kinds of portable toothbrush, I have to admit that this one is indeed a good alternative.

At first glance it just seems like a matchbox, however, one end of the box contains several disposable toothbrushes which can directly be covered on user’s finger and the other end comes with a unique toothpaste cake. You can use the brush as a fingertip to dip the toothpaste cake. Then brush your teeth! [Read the rest of this entry...]

Looking for a toilet when your natural calling you loudly is not a good experience. If you have had it, I bet you will be interest in this unique box. As a matter of fact this box is an portable toilet. When natural calls, you can spread it and use it like an normal toilet. Each box comes with ten degradable poo bags.

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For most people taking the economy class, to have a good sleep might be an impossible task. The severest problem is lacking of a comfortable pillow to support her heads. And this is what this two design intending to resolve.

The first one acts as an safety belt and because of the pillow besides her head, this lady is gonna have a good dream. The second one is a little bit funnier, but it is sure more comfortable than normal pillow. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Huge display is not unusual. But most of them cannot provide HD videos. Recently, Comcast unveiled a massive HD wall display in their Philadelphia center. The whole display put together with 10 million pixels which could provide videos clearly enough. [Read the rest of this entry...]

It is easy to put an light among pipes, but if you want to find a light to go with this unique condition, conventional light is apparently not the best choice. As a matter of fact, the best way to go with a given atmosphere is to make a similar or even the same object as the existed ones.

In this very case, set an light in the shape of pipe among pipes is a perfect choice. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Taking bath if easy for you, but not for the old people and it may even be dangerous for them. But once you have a bath lift like this, you grandfather and grandmother gotta be safer.

Its unique lift structure can help the old people safely get in and get out of the bathtub. Video after the break

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This is a brilliant idea. It seems like a normal piece of straight plank. However, because of the four sturdy angled joints, it can transform into a coffee table. So it won’t take up too much space while not in use. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Beijing Olympic game is coming so sport factor is more and more popular. This design from Russia designer Yar Rassadin is an Olympic factor. Which plug would you like to put on the top stage? [Read the rest of this entry...]

iPod, cellphone, wallet and even a checkbook are very common for a person to take with. But I bet you will be bothered by them because of lacking enough space, especially in summer. And this belt is designed to solve this kind of problem. Come on, you can take more gadgets, if you have. [Read the rest of this entry...]

It is said that some martial artists can use an umbrella as their weapon. I guess the umbrella they used is not gonna be a common one, at least it should be as strong as this one.

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Oil price is nearly crazy now, and electronic bike might be the most popular transporting way in the future. This design from a China designer is pretty innovative. It actually is not an independent bike, if you have partner who has a same one, you can assemble your bikes into one and drive together. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Many people like to read and use computer by lying prone on the sofa or bed or even on the floor. Since you have to support your upper body with two arms, it won’t be easy to last for a long time. But if you get this unique cushion from Thanko, it gonna be easy.

However, ladies have better to prevent from using it too long, or your breast might be angry.

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If you happened to have a electromechanical lock, you’d better to pay attention to this video. You lock is gonna be fairly vulnerable facing a magnetic ring like this. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Taking a bath gotta be one of the best relaxing ways after one day effort. If you need more, wine and music are good. But for those prefer visual experience, this new gadget might be better.

It is just officially announced by Sega toy. You can get a planetarium while bathing. If you’re not content with just stars, there are other modes availale. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Not everyone can have a chance to live in the forest, but I guess many people intend to do so. Now, you can get the this magic experience in your own home.

Look, there’s a nest on the top of the bed. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Having many different gadgets seems to be something to be proud of. Sure, you can get more convenience than others lacking of these gadgets. But you may also have other troubles. For example, in order to use these gadgets anywhere, you have to take several big adaptors except for the gadgets themselves. If there is a general adaptor which can adapt every gadget, it gotta be a perfect solution.

Westinghouse is engage in an adaptor like this. It can automatically detect the electronic requirement as soon as it is plugged into the device. However, it also needs the support of the device manufacturers. A unique firmware should be installed to send the requirement to the general adaptor. Although this might be a little bit complex for the manufacturers, customer will gain benefit. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Before you read this article, first check out your office desk. Is it chaotic? If it is, keep on reading, if it isn’t then ask yourself whether you need more space for so many different stationeries? If you need, keep on reading, if you don’t need, you will, so keep on reading too. Haha…

This is a good idea for those lacking of enough desk space. Not only the vertical storage can keep things for you without occupying any desk space, but also the magnetic board itself can hold staples, pens, clips vertically. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Yes, I know what you are thinking about. It is pretty weird. However, the shape is not merely used to attract your eyes, but to record better sound. These two ear-shaped mics can collect sound wave in the similar manner as human beings so that you can get realistic sound effect while playing back. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Unlike other garlic chopper, this one is a very interesting gadget. It has similar structure as conventional ones in the market but the extra two wheels will give you more happiness during the cooking. Just put the garlic into this chopper and then roll the device around on your kitchen counter, it’s gonna be OK. [Read the rest of this entry...]

For those always working in front of the computers, lacking exercise is one of the most severe problems and is easy to be ignored. If you have a fit chair I think you have to take more exercise. [Read the rest of this entry...]

In sunny days, most people prefer to close the curtain to prevent strong sunshine. Sunshine is blocked but we lost energy at the same time. Is there any way to prevent this kind of energy from being lost?

This curtain is a good idea which comes with a lot of solar panels. Since all of the solar panels are soft, these curtains just like normal ones. But thanks to the sunshine, you will get up to 16,000 watt-hours of electricity by transforming household curtains into flexible, semi-transparent, solar collectors. [Read the rest of this entry...]

I bet you won’t believe that a man who can afford a private airplane will care about the tiny space of airplane storage. Maybe they do, however.

This foldable airplane is design for these weird millionaires. Because of the foldable wings, it can save much more room than a conventional private airplane. It is soooo cool. But I’m afraid that this guy will retract the wings while flying in the air, and then…OH, My God!

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Fridge is absolutely the best way to serve a cup of cold drink, but what if you just get a bottle of drink from outside? Maybe the ice block is an good alternative. However, somebody does not like to add any water which will impact the flavor of the beverage. Therefore, you need this drinks chiller.

What you should do is to put it into your freezer and when you need a cup of cold drink, just pour the drink into the top and collect it at the bottom. [Read the rest of this entry...]