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Water-resistant Coating for Mobile Phone Circuit Boards

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Coming from Daikin Industries, the innovative coating developed for cellphone circuit boards is resistant to water and moisture so as to endow the mobile phones an outstanding ability of water-prevent. Though sounds really high-tech, the coating is surprisingly easy to use: simply dip the circuit boards in the fluorinated solvent and then a thin film will appear after it is dried for one minute.

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Foldable Hiking Shoes

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Foldable, portable and practical, the ‘Radler Trail Camp’ by Timberland is a lightweight and water-repellent shoe quite suitable for outdoor activities. It is especially excellent for the foldable design, featuring a zipper along its sole so that the shoe can fold along its center when not in use. With that unique feature, even with simply one bag you can take almost ten pairs of shoes at one time, as they take up really small space indeed.

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Minimal Backpack

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Lighter than paper but stronger than steel, the Minimal Backpack is so tough that it can even be used to hold bricks or steels. It’s waterproof too, so quite suitable for outdoors use, especially in rainy or snowy days. When not in use, simply roll it, place it in your pocket up and you’ll never feel it a burden.

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World’s First Swimmable Waterproof Cochlear Implants

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America-based Advanced Bionics has recently launched Neptune, “the world’s first and only swimmable, waterproof sound processor” that will offer deaf people with new alternative of cochlear implants. The device is completely waterproof, thus allows people to wear it underwater; besides, it’s also easy to operate so that both young and old people can manage it without pain. Currently the Neptune has received certification for the US and Canada, and will soon be released to the market.

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Stormproof Matches

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Honestly I’ve completely forgotten the invention of matches after the day there is cigar lighter on the world, but quite surprisingly I still wanted to have a try of these Stormproof Matches once I saw several keywords about them: windproof, waterproof and stormproof, burning for up to 15 seconds… That’s really attractive, and all those features make the matches especially useful for camping, fishing, boating and emergency conditions.

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Super-adhesive Tape Inspired by Geckos

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The Zoological Institute at the University of Kiel has drawn an inspiration from geckos and insects which have an ability to defy gravity, to develop a new dry adhesive tape that features quite outstanding performance. Moreover, the super-strong tapes can maintain its boning strength even when it has been used for thousands of times. It can also work under water, and leaves no sticky residue.

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The World’s First Bikini Printer

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Those who have been wading through stacks of bikini for their most-satisfying one would soon finish that boring work with the world’s first 3D bikini printer. Created by Continuum Fashion, this revolutionary device can print out ready-to-wear bikini with a material called Nylon 12, which is soft and endurable. Also, it’s comfortable to wear, easy to clean and feels to be quite refreshed when wet through. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Waterbuoy

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Waterbuoy is basically arguing for prevention rather than cure, and the unique item will be especially useful if you’re on a vacation in Venice. It can locate and retrieve your accessories when they incidentally fall into water. With high strength balloon and quality seals, the Waterbuoy would float on water for up to 24 hours, which is usually enough for finding your lost articles. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Tank Watch

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Designed as a water-proof wrist watch, the new accessory here shapes just like a solid tank. It includes two parts to indicate time: the small dome on the top for hours and the window in front for minutes. Mainly made from titanium, the watch will no doubt rank on top of the world’s luxuries and it is available in merely 100 pieces worldwide for $7737 each. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Waterproof Suits and Shoes

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Do remember that a gentleman is, before anything else, a man that dresses neatly and decently. But if you don’t have adequate confidence keeping your suits and shoes clean in rainy days, you would possibly like to have a look at the waterproof suits, waterproof shoes as well as the waterproof wallets. Ideal for those who are very busy with invitations to parties or conferences, these stylish products will always keep you clean and dry even if you accidentally fall into the mud! [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Waterproof Power Strip

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A safe power strip should at least conform to the following two requirements: electric shock resistant and water resistant. Therefore the Wet Circuits Power Strip is just a safe power strip. It is designed to work under water, so you will neither get shocked when carelessly sticking your wet fingers into the holes nor cause burns if accidentally spilling water or coffee onto the strip. Moreover, the power strip will still be safe even if you stick a metal object into the outlet when the device is operating under running water! Come check out the product demonstration video here if you love the design. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Your Shoes Also Need to Wear Raincoats.

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Times are changing—we used to wear rain boots in the rainy days to protect our feet, but these days we wear them mainly because we don’t want the water to ruin our shoes. Does that seem a bit odd? Not really, coz those living in Britain surely need them a lot. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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LED Table Covers

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Imagine a table cover that also functions as a luminaire…Unbelievable? But technology has made that come true. Just have a look at the LED Table Cover. Made from fiber optics, the cloth could create a soft and warm glow when its elven-foot power cord is plugged into an electric outlet. Moreover, the cloth is completely waterproof so that you could easily wash it under running water. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Cleankeys Touch Keyboard

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The Cleankeys Keyboard cleverly solves the common problem of conventional keyboards— full of bacteria and not easy to clean, by adopting a totally smooth surface. It is completely 100% touch sensitive, which would cost you much time in getting used to typing on it, since you won’t feel the keys as you push them. Even so, claimed by its manufacturer, “that time is typically made up many times in the time saved cleaning.” The keyboard is also waterproof, so that you can easily wash it by sticking it under the running water. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Multifunctional Sleeping Coat

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Designed by Lin Tsui-Wei, the sleeping coat is especially perfect for those who love traveling a lot. It has a dual function, serving as both a windbreaker and as a sleeping bag. The garment is made from waterproof fabric, which ensures you a comfortable wearing when used as a coat and a warm sleeping when transformed into an inflatable bag. Its lower part can be detached to act as a mattress. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Liquid Glass

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What you’ve seen in the picture is not water, but Liquid Glass designed by the German company Nanopool. Anything will be kept away from bacteria and dirt if they’re covered with merely a 1000th-of-an-inch-thick layer of the stuff. Even better is that the Liquid Glass is also waterproof and resists UV rays. You’ll find the clothes and shoes are much easier to clean if they’re sprayed with Liquid Glass. The Liquid Glass also works as good as the bleaching cream, if you use hot water to clean those items. Best of all, the stuff is totally eco-friendly and results no harm to the environment. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Aqua Notes

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You’ve guessed right, ‘Aqua Notes’ is an innovative notepad that is specially designed for those who may want to document their inspirations during the shower. Though such a notepad is not really necessary in normal conditions, you will find it a perfect idea given these conditions: for example, you have to write down an address with wet hands or your kids carelessly splash water over your notepad. Do remember, Aqua Notes notepad never turns mush. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Waterproof Bulbs in Bathroom

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Exactly, it is the tile rather than the bulb that is water-resistant. To create your room a different but safe kind of lighting, the unique tiles have been made in the same shape as the bulbs. So when you turn on the lights, it looks as if the tile is shinning and shinning. Really awesome it is, isn’t it? [Read the rest of this entry...]

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iPhone Case For Motorcycle Riders

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What will you do with your favorite iPhone, when riding a motorcycle on the highway? Keep it in your pockets? Well, not as cool as your motorbike. I bet you must need this wrist-mounted, waterproof iPhone case, which is specially designed for motorcycle riders. The case not only protects your iPhone, but allows you to connect with it via the headset microphone inside the helmet. Beside, you can also charge your iPhone with the battery charging device that is placed in the transparent bag.

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Bath-Phone

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Have you ever missed any important calls when taking a bath? Certainly we may break off to answer them, but that’s no way to make a lasting improvement. And presenting here is a water-proof phone that allows the users to take calls without leaving the bathtub. Based on the Bluetooth technology, Bath-Phone can connect with your cell-phone and therefore lets you to have a conversation while enjoying a bath.

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Copco Round Bag Cap

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Really cute caps I’ve ever seen! More surprisingly, they are designed for bags rather than bottles. Compared to clips, the caps obviously perform much better in preventing pests. Meanwhile, it’s also more convenient for you to access food inside the bag with a cap design.

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Power Bridge

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Though the article seems rather simple and ordinary, we couldn’t deny its outstanding advantages. After all, with the power bridge that builds plug-slots on beneath, you needn’t have to hide wires and worry about dust/water. Excellent idea!

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Hands-Free Flashlight

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Maintenance work by single person often becomes an annoying task for we really couldn’t spare a hand to hold the flashlight. Using a cap lamp? It could of course, but it only works in a given angle. So my suggestion is the hands-free flashlight. Both water-resistant and angle-adjustable, the lamp can be fixed anywhere with a magnetic holder, offering 3 levels of brightness.

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iPhone Cards

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The world-round popularity of iPhone explains why even the decks of the new cards have been designed to look like an iPhone. Made of 100% PVC, the iPhone cards come to shock us again with a convenient cleanout: simply to wash them in the water!

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iPhone Waterproof Bag

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Taking on the challenge of creating an absolutely waterproof bag for lifeguard, fisherman, swimmer, urinator, etc, the new product features a robust sealing mechanism that keeps your iPhone, iPod Touch from water while still satisfies your basic needs of taking photos, answering calls and getting connected to earphones. If you’re planning to spend the hot summer on beach, you wouldn’t mind getting one such bag.

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Color-Changing Chameleon Radio

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Due to the unique suction cup, the Chameleon radio can be clinged to the wall and change colors in rhythm with the music. I believe you must wouldn’ mind having one to bring you a music time in shower.

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Shower Radio

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The shampoo bottle in the picture is actually a shower radio by Industrial Facility! Though at first glance it seems like the average simulation designs, it is in fact the idealest facility for us to enjoy our favorite programs during showers. Guess what? The bottle cap is a switch for volume adjustment and other controls are hidden at its bottom.

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Waterproof Chassis

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The plain chassis is designed to be well waterproofed, which can still work even you pour a bucket of water onto it. Wanna to learn more about it? Now let’s see some field test video on Youtube.

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Flexible LED watch

Because this watch is made from waterproof flexible silicone, it will be very comfortable to wear while exercising. The display manner is also different from traditional ones. You have to count the number of lighten LEDs to get the time.

In addition, there’s a box to recharge the watch.

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Paper scale

This design is made from paper electronic combining a pressure sensing sheet. In order to be as thin as possible, the information is displayed via e-paper.
Since this scale is waterproof, it could even be used as a mat to help you get your weight every time you stepped into the bathroom. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Disco ball for bathtub

This light comes with five colored LEDs. Since it is waterproof, you could just throw it into your bathtub, it could project light into your bathtub to generate a magic environment. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Liquid Image

Taking photos underwater gonna be a magic thing, but you should first have a waterproof camera. Although you real have a waterproof camera, you won’t have a perfect experience because that you should take it with at least one hand. So, you need a gadget like this. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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I-O DATA waterproof portable HDD

Although it is named of HDD, it store your data by a 16GB flash memory. Oh, the point is that the USB port, which is made from waterproof rubber, could also be a protector for your so-called HDD. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Waterbuoy–guarder of your keys

After submerged in water, the built-in balloon gonna be filled to make your keys floating on the water. So, your keys will never lost in ocean.
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Music shower

This shower is also an MP3 Player, you can just download your favorite song and play it while showering. It’s a good idea. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Tower MP3 player, just for bathroom

With this beautiful MP3 player, you gonna get a better shower. This minimal jam blaster holds 2GB of your favorite hits and runs on three AAA batteries for 12 hours of playback. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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Flashlight with two heads

This twisty, water-resistant flashlight can be very useful in some special conditions. [Read the rest of this entry...]

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