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You could always spare the time to unplug each gadget when you no longer use them? Or you just leave the plugs in and let the electricity leak? But you have another option now. Designed by Conor Klein, the Outlet Regulator could disconnect itself from the power source automatically (just like a real leech) when the device gets fully charged. And that’s why the plug is also named as “Leech Plug”. No idea on whether such a conceptual design will ever see the light of day in the real world, but I really love the idea a lot. [Read the rest of this entry...]

These electrical outlets integrated with three types of antlers on top would be your best choices if you need to charge your cellphones, digital cameras, PSP and other items from time to time. Made from tough urethane rubber, the antlers are also solid enough to hold things.

So you always forget to pull out the plugs but simply turn off the electrical appliances when not using them any more? Well, my friends, you’re wasting both the energy and your money. And aiming to help you form a good habit of switching off your electrical outlets, Daun Yun and Junil Choi have brought the ‘Switcle’ Concept Design to us. It is a combination of the switch and the receptacle, making the outlet look like a big switch and all that is expected to call for your attention to turn off the outlet. [Read the rest of this entry...]

I have a question to ask you: how many plugs you can actually insert to the same board at one time even though the socket is designed to accommodate six to eight plugs? Haven’t you found that you can never make full use of the socket since the plugs and chargers are produced in different shapes? Of course, if you’re using the Cute Cube socket, you won’t be bothered by that question because the cube-shaped socket is capable of accommodating six plugs. Still including indicator lights and rotatable jacks, the socket also allows you a convenient use it in the dark. [Read the rest of this entry...]

You will need electric outlets everywhere at the workplace, e.g. behind the refrigerator, the stove, and behind the coffee machine. But not everyone could afford to install dedicated electric outlets everywhere you may need, and sometimes we do have to be creative with outlets, and the table with outlets on its leg has provided us with a new choice. Equipping some outlets onto one leg of the table, the designers have successfully solved the problem of messy cords on the floor or the table. Everything is highly organized now! [Read the rest of this entry...]

Another ‘why nobody has thought of it before’ product. And if you are considering a house renovation, you should have a look at this ‘Extension Cord’ designed by Meysam Movahedi. Hidden behind the socket for most of the time, the 1.5 meters cord could be easily pulled out when you need to use hair driers, vacuum cleaners and other electronics. As a result, you room will always look neat, without messy wires mounted on the wall or pilled on the floor. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Tok:Took is the name given to the toggle designed by Soonmo Kang and Jihyeon Choi. The designers probably though of the idea in a way like this: when we’re plugging or unplugging, an electric shock often occurs, and we do need a practical solution to ensure a safe life. The Tok:Took features a joining section design, which cut the electricity off from your hands all the way you insert a plug in or pull it out. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Wow, it came as quite a shock to me. The wall is unbelievably full of outlets! Surely that saves us much trouble to fix different sorts of sockets for TVs, stereos, but wait, how can you tell the real outlets? I mean, not every socket on the wall is ready-to-use…

The Spinning Power Outlet is designed for places like hotels, libraries where people may bring a number of gadgets with a wrong type of power lead. It has three spinning plug sockets, each containing several types of sockets for various plugs.

The Node Outlet may look somewhat ordinary on the first sight, but obviously its appearance is not much concerned. Have you noticed that the cool outlet could be pulled out? And then, it transforms into another one with four sockets! You’re right, that’s the real secret behind the Node Outlet. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Though named as a multi-pot, the bucket-shaped lamp is also one of those stylish gadget chargers you’ve ever met. Look, with a built-in LED, the multi-pot lights up your room from inside with a soft glow, so cozy! When opening it, you can then find 5 power outlets under the lid. As the bucket is big enough to contain different cords, your devices will be kept neatly and safely inside it.

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The multi-socket outlet is an indispensable accessory for travelers who have much electric equipment to charge. In addition to three standard sockets, it also has two extra USB sockets to charge any USB compatible device such as computer, cell phone and MP3.

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In order to save energy, many stocks come with switches which can cut off the current without pulling out the plugs. By using a stock like this one, you can simply push the plug upward and downward to turn on an off the power respectively. [Read the rest of this entry...]

This switchplate is a 3D one? Not really, but this trick is very brilliant. Just using the simplest solid geometry, it is gonna be more attractive. [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...]