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Entries for August, 2008

Sphere bookcase

Different from normal bookcases which are usually cubes in shape, this unique design is actually a sphere, which holds the books and magazines inside. It can bring an elegant touch to your room. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Fiber optic light glove

Although there have been many tools providing light, a light on the hand is still the most convenient for workers. Diffused working light is produced from the bottom part of the glove and optional light source is at the end of the index finger as spot light. The glove can offer a non-shadow working area when the light beam is focused on an object. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Nose dispenser

Shampoo dispenser can be shaped in any form if you like, however, it is still pretty weird to get a dispenser in the shape of nose. Watching the gel drip out from this nose, won’t you feel uncomfortable? [Read the rest of this entry...]

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A pair of earbuds link up with each other

This is a brilliant idea. Each of the earbuds is shaped like a hook so that they can link up with each other when not in use. It might that others will mistake it for a stylish necklace. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Plastic bottle lamp

Plastic drink bottles are usually treated as waste. But designer can change them into good decorations. The central part of the lamp is a sphere whose surface is full of holes and you can screw plastic bottles into the center sphere threaded holes to make a gorgeous lamp. Turn on the light! It’s beautiful. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Radio tap

No, this is not a real tap, just in the shape of a faucet. It is actually a FM radio, so you will get music rather than water from it. After twisting the knob, you will get the radio station, and just press the button it will jump to the next available FM station. This is a perfect solution for those like to listen to the radio in bathroom. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Multi-functional compact desk

Compact desk is common furniture and desk is common as well. But this brilliant idea which is actually a combination of the two common things is not common at all.

The top of the compact desk is can be slide to reveal a hidden desk. Although it is not so big, you can still process some basic work. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Flower Extinguisher

Because of using open flame, kitchen is easy to fire. But conventional extinguisher is too ugly to fit our home. But I guess you will like this flower extinguisher. It is in the shape of silk flowers, however, in case of fire, what you should do is just throwing it into the fire. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Voice stick

Braille is sure a good way to provide information for the blind by touching. However, not everything will be translated into Braille. So why not just read the words?

The voice stick, which comes with a scanner, can read the word instantly for the blind. Just swipe it over the book, in the same way as using a portable scanner, all the words will be read to the blind. In addition, you can take a earplug to prevent disturb others. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Stretchable circuitry

Researchers from University of Tokyo develop a new stretchable circuitry which could be stretched up to 1.7 times their original size, and the performance will not be reduced. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Grass cutter for fun

Sure, grass cutting is boring. But you have to do this. Why not make it more funny? This muwi concept is a good idea, which can shape the cut grass into compact balls and disks, so that kids will have more toys, green toys. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Yamaha Deus Ex Machina motorcycle

Invented by Jake Loniak, this Yamaha branded exoskeleton motorcycle can be worn like a coat. It manoeuvres based on the rider’s movements, adjusting 36 pneumatic muscles. Therefore, it is agility than traditional ones. But, I think it might be more dangerous too.

Anyway, it is really cool. Video after the break

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Magic whiteboard

Whiteboard is frequently used in presentation. However, what if there is not any whiteboard in the meeting room? You’d better take a white board by yourself. Are you kidding? [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Intelligent seatbelt

Nissan unveiled the intelligent seatbelt. It can automatically feed the seatbelt as soon as the driver opens the door. In addition, upon abrupt steering or skidding, the seatbelt will be wound up to hold the passenger more securely. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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IceOrb

This is a 2-in-1 kitchen tool. It comes with two layers which can be used to make 21 cubes of ice. Besides, it can also be used as a ice bucket to keep ice cream cool just like a mini fridge.

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Lunocet monofin

It is impossible for us to have the same swimming experience like Michael Phelps, because his speed doesn’t belong to human beings. So we need help of addition tool.

The Lunocet monofin is made from carbon fiber and so it is only weight about 2.5lbs. If you have a pair of strong legs, the monofin could theoretically generate enough power to drive you completely out of the water, just like a real dolphin. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Sponge toothbrush

As a matter of fact, this toothbrush should not be called brush, because it does not have any bristle. Although it might not be good for thoroughly cleaning your teeth, it is still a good alternative for elder and kids. Replacing the with sponges, this toothbrush can carry water, massage gums, and polish teeth at the same time. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Bin bags of fun

Bin is certainly very dirty; I guess that no one will like garbage. However, if the garbage is stored in a bag like this, someone will like it. It is a brilliant idea. With this kind of patterns, throwing bin bags will begin to be popular.

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Porcupine toothpick set

This is an interesting tool. All the toothpicks are attached on the back of the porcupine to make this toothpick set more vividly. Be careful; don’t be attacked by the porcupine.

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Receipt clock

You may never notice that every shop receipt is printed with the instant time and date. And the clock we are introducing today is just a clock like the receipt distributor. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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ECOJOHN toilet

In common sense, toilet is rushed by water. However, this ECOJOHN toilet can clean the dejection with fire. It is a waterless self-contained toilet that incinerates the waste into a sterile ash that needs to be emptied only a few times per year. What you should do is just to press the button on the control panel and then the dejection will be incinerated by a 5kW Propane burner.

I should remind you. Remember to close the toilet lip after answering the call of the nature, otherwise, you might be burned into ash.

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Wall-mounted washing machine

If there is a huge thing like this mounted on the wall of the bathroom. What do you think it is used for? Tissue rack? Soapbox? Neither! As a matter of fact, it is a washing machine.

Apparently, it is a space-saving design. But I think you have to worry about your wall when the machine is rolling. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Reflective bookend

If you need a pop-up pattern on the bookend, a full-size is not necessary. This design is a brilliant idea. Its mirrored surface can reflect the half pop-up pattern and then combines the two parts into a full-size one. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Non-pneumatic tire

Tire is a great invention. Without the tire, the car will not be the same comfortable as it is nowadays. However, there is a company named Resilient Tech give us a new prototype which replaces the key part of tire with a non-pneumatic honeycomb structure.

I guess it won’t be comfortable for most drivers, however, you don’t need to worry about tire bursting. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Window

Microsoft Windows is a popular OS. Mac fans may disagree with me. Whatever, we have to admit that Windows is the most used Operation System on PCs. Now, this OS whose name is inspired from physical windows in turn influence the real window.

It is fairly creative. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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OXO sink strainer

Because usually used for washing vegetables, kitchen sink should be cleaned frequently, especially for those without a disposal.

Unlike normal strainer, this product is made from flexible material and also comes with a handle. Pulling the handle will make the cleaning process more convenient. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Shadow projecting oil-lamp

As one of the most important factor for a good atmosphere, light is usually very complex. But this oil-lamp is very simple.

It seems like a traditional oil-lamp, but the mini sculpture besides the flame can project beautiful shadows on your wall. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Elegant solar lamp

This lamp has a transparent shade which can absorb light in daytime and light your room at night without using any extra power source. The built-in LED light is very efficiency which can whop 6 days on just 10 hours of charge. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Shelter cart

This concept is designed for tramps. Except for conventional functionality of traditional cart, it can also be used as a shelter.

Because of the unique collapsible structure, by puting it upside down, a tramp can sleep under it at night. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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TALKING cruets

Generally speaking, we can directly separate different kinds of flavor with our eyes. However, I guess you will be exited by the cruet which can tell the flavor by talking.

In deed, a cruet can not talk, but you can distinguish flavor with the mouth shaped of every dispenser. Oh, I should remind you that you should first learn to speak Japanese. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Foldable solar motorcycle

Foldable bike is very common and some of them have been fairly popular. But foldable motorcycle is relatively less.

But the bike we’re introducing today is not only a foldable motor but also a solar one. In order to make the sunlight collecting process more efficient, its whole body, after folded, is covered by solar panel and a curve stand can reflect more sunlight to boost efficiency as well.

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Goatee saver

Goatee is popular, but it is not easy to make a perfect goatee. But the Goateesaver will give you a perfect solution. It can cover your mouth like a mask and then you can shave easily without worrying about damage your perfect goatee.

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Innovative bicycle seat is good for men

Bicycle is a good exercise and even a eco-friendly vehicle. However, it might not good for men’s penis. I don’t think I have to explain it, the nose of the bike’s seat is absolutely not comfortable for almost half of the population in the world. So this new design without the penis-hurt nose will be good for men.

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FOLLO Me sink

If there aren’t faucets besides, I cannot even realize that these two board are actually sinks.

Unlike traditional products, the curve of this sink is very slight which can reduce splashing effectively, and the slots are used to guide water into holes. This unique structure makes the sink more cleaner. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Simple hanger

The structure of this hanger is very simple. It only comes with a stand and several conventional hangers. You can assemble these hangers depending on your own favor.

Although very simple, but absolutely clever. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Multi-touch hologram

Multi-touch screen has been one of the most popular interactive products, iPhone is an example. And the technology we introduced today is an combination of the interactive technology and hologram. Minority gets real.

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Gas-saving pedal

This is a new gas-saving product, whose name is Eco pedal. Developed by Nissan, it seems like conventional pedal, but it can actually help you improve your car’s oil-efficiency. The severe pushing to the pedal while accelerating can cost more gas and this product is designed to reduce this kind of waste with an innovative push back while accelerating.

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Pee or juice?

Juice is sure popular, but if you get a cup with the pattern like this, I mean, it seems like a cup of pee. You still like this cup of juice?

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Keyboard napkin

It is not a good habit to eat in front of your computer, since your keyboard gonna be messy. You can get a napkin with the pattern the same as a normal keyboard and then, after dinner, your keyboard is still clean. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Sliding table

If you do not have enough room to occupy two tables you have to use a single one for both dinning and reading. In order to prevent the trouble of cleaning table after dinner, you can choose a sliding one like this.

Just slide away the upper surface, you will get another clean table.

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