http://www.trendhunter.com/jacob jacob's Latest Trends en-us Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:25:49 GMT http://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/TrendHunterLogo120x30.gif http://www.trendhunter.com/jacob 120 30 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadahelps-great-canadian-giving-challenge (TrendHunter.com) CanadaHelps is launching their Great Canadian Giving Challenge today - a unique blend of social media and charitable fund-raising. The Great Canadian Giving Challenge encourages Canadians to leverage their...]]> Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:30:01 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadahelps-great-canadian-giving-challenge http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berlin-gas-station-converted (TrendHunter.com) Juerg Judin had different dreams then most when passing an abandoned Shell station in the Schöneberg neighborhood of Berlin—he dreamed of home. And so he made his dream house come true, converted that...]]> Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:10:02 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berlin-gas-station-converted http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-upper-house-luxurious-bathrooms (TrendHunter.com) The Upper House, Hong Kong's newest boutique luxury hotel, impresses on many levels: high quality finishings, a free “maxi-bar,” and sweeping views. But in a city where 300 square foot rooms are expected,...]]> Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:50:33 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-upper-house-luxurious-bathrooms http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-seasons-seattle (TrendHunter.com) I'm a sucker for luxury hotels. I guess most people prefer nice accommodations, but there's something about the level of service provided by Four Seasons Seattle that just works for me. Having Four Seasons...]]> Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:20:01 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-seasons-seattle http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-room-ipods (TrendHunter.com) Dog-eared hotel guides and room service menus covered with coffee stains and ripped out pages are a thing of the past at The Upper House, Hong Kong's newest boutique luxury hotel. Guests open the drawer...]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2009 02:39:51 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-room-ipods http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-poptone-wristwatch (TrendHunter.com) As a perennial traveler, I'm always looking to catch my next plane, train or ship (but NEVER a bus). Thus a timepiece is naturally a must-have, and Casio's new Poptone Cubic Puzzle Wristwatch is a great...]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:49:58 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-poptone-wristwatch http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashless-cards-tokyo-residents (TrendHunter.com) While cashless payment cards have certainly been around for a few years, they've been pretty strongly opposed by technophobes and privacy groups alike. Worldwide adoption seemed like a lost cause. However,...]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:00:01 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashless-cards-tokyo-residents http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hands-free-umbrellas-shoulderbrella (TrendHunter.com) From the “what will they think of next?” file, this Japanese invention ensures that even when it's raining, you have one hand for your coffee and the other free to hold your mobile phone. Of course, it...]]> Fri, 14 Aug 2009 21:30:16 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hands-free-umbrellas-shoulderbrella http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/social-media-mobile-apps-appboy-community (TrendHunter.com) While it may feel like we're suffering through social media overdose, I still bump into a site every now and then that actually makes sense. Welcome AppBoy - a community focused on mobile apps for iPhone/iTouch,...]]> Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:40:47 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/social-media-mobile-apps-appboy-community http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toronto-fruit4thought (TrendHunter.com) Fruit4Thought, a Toronto-based start up, has quickly begun snapping up market share among offices both small and large. The business model is remarkably simple: deliver fresh fruit to Toronto employers...]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2009 23:20:01 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toronto-fruit4thought http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-hotels-americas-top-ten (TrendHunter.com) Hitting the road for a vacation or work can be rough on your routine. You leave behind the familiar, your comfortable bed, your local shops, and your favorite leisure activities. Health.com wants to help...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:49:54 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-hotels-americas-top-ten http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airport-advertising-baggage-carousel-used-as-marketing-medium (TrendHunter.com) Common practice for most after getting off a long flight involves the trek down to the baggage claim area and the inevitable wait for your bag (with its handle broken off). This means there are often 100+...]]> Sat, 16 May 2009 01:14:16 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airport-advertising-baggage-carousel-used-as-marketing-medium http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juice-box-cameras (TrendHunter.com) Sure, at first glance these neat designs could be any other juice box. On closer inspection, we find an innovative 35 mm camera hidden within. Fuuvi, based in Tokyo, is the Japanese design firm responsible....]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:19:39 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juice-box-cameras http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-alarm-clocks-makes-your-hot-chocolate-and-wakes-you-up (TrendHunter.com) De Dietrich, a French designer, recently released this nifty alarm clock. As profiled by Yanko Designs, the “Wake Up” alarm is as easier than using a VCR (is that still a thing?). Your beverage choices...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:19:56 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-alarm-clocks-makes-your-hot-chocolate-and-wakes-you-up http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/local-luxury-hotels-hilton-launches-the-denizen-brand (TrendHunter.com) Despite the worldwide economic downturn, Hilton recently launched the newest addition to its Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio: Denizen Hotels. Joining such prestigious brands as Waldorf=Astoria and Conrad...]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:19:07 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/local-luxury-hotels-hilton-launches-the-denizen-brand http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dna-radio-human-genome-internet (TrendHunter.com) Techno, rap, classical...what about genetic? Yes, you can now listen to an internet broadcast of the human genome. Previously converted to a visual representation by DNA rainbow, the “sonification” is...]]> Thu, 05 Mar 2009 12:39:01 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dna-radio-human-genome-internet http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memoir-productions (TrendHunter.com) A new Toronto start up venture, Memoir Productions, offers clients an exciting opportunity: capturing their loved ones' (or their own) life stories permanently. Available in a variety of packages, in either...]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:59:31 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memoir-productions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trend-hunter-super-widget (TrendHunter.com) Trend Hunter is pleased to announce 4 new Super Widgets! Keep readers glued to your site with cutting edge interactivity that perfectly fits your site. 1. KEEP READERS GLUED TO YOUR SITE - Unlike competitor...]]> Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:26:00 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trend-hunter-super-widget http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-presidential-souvenirs-obama-memorabilia-for-tough-economic-times (TrendHunter.com) As the United States prepares to make history tomorrow with the inauguration of Barack Obama as president, many are looking for the proper way to commemorate this momentous occasion. With the current economic...]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:59:55 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-presidential-souvenirs-obama-memorabilia-for-tough-economic-times http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocking-roadsters-bmw-launches-the-new-z4 (TrendHunter.com) More excitement emerged from Detroit this week as BMW announced the world debut of the new BMW Z4. For the first time ever, the Z4 sports a retractable hardtop, making this incredibly sexy car that much...]]> Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:45:58 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocking-roadsters-bmw-launches-the-new-z4 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/next-generation-hybrids-toyota-launches-2010-prius (TrendHunter.com) Toyota launched the 3rd generation Prius hybrid sedan this morning at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Top new specs include mileage of 50 MPG (beating the 2nd generation 46...]]> Tue, 13 Jan 2009 02:39:51 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/next-generation-hybrids-toyota-launches-2010-prius http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dedicated-luxury-hybrids-lexus-hs-250h (TrendHunter.com) The 2010 Lexus HS 250h was released today by Lexus in Detroit at the 2009 NAIAS. The fourth hybrid to join Lexus' line-up, this is the first dedicated luxury hybrid car in the world. That means there is...]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2009 17:19:54 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dedicated-luxury-hybrids-lexus-hs-250h http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-cadillacs-gm-releases-cadillac-converj-details-update (TrendHunter.com) The Cadillac Converj - the highly-anticipated electric concept car - was revealed by the luxury brand today at the 2009 North American International Auto Show. Detroit played host to the event, and snapping...]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2009 04:46:35 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-cadillacs-gm-releases-cadillac-converj-details-update http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-electric-cars-gm-builds-cadillac-converj (TrendHunter.com) General Motors' new model, the Cadillac Converj, is an exciting luxury twist on highly anticipated Chevrolet Volt. The Converj, just like the Volt (using Voltec technology), is able to travel 40 miles,...]]> Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:39:00 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-electric-cars-gm-builds-cadillac-converj http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customize-google-results-google-launches-searchwiki (TrendHunter.com) Tired of seeing the same site you never click in your Google search results, time and time again? You can now remove it, thanks to Google's recently-launched SearchWiki tool. Available only to logged in...]]> Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:58:36 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customize-google-results-google-launches-searchwiki http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-flu-trends-epidemic-tracking-through-web-searches (TrendHunter.com) Google has announced an exciting new project, working in tandem with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, based in Atlanta. The Google Flu Trends allows the health care organizations to see,...]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2008 21:19:00 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-flu-trends-epidemic-tracking-through-web-searches http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synchronized-debates-presidential-candidates-having-nothing-new-to-say (TrendHunter.com) Barack Obama may have just won the Presidency, but let's not forget how much fun we could have with debate footage. Watching the debates, I got progressively bored with each one. Now I know why, thanks...]]> Thu, 06 Nov 2008 01:19:48 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synchronized-debates-presidential-candidates-having-nothing-new-to-say http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/divorce-photography-capturing-final-memories-of-the-one-you-hate (TrendHunter.com) Divorce seems more prevalent than marriage in many nations around the world. With that in mind, Italian photographer Gianni Fasolini has a business plan to capitalize on this growing population: offer...]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:19:48 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/divorce-photography-capturing-final-memories-of-the-one-you-hate http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consumer-revenge-device-keeps-telemarketers-away (TrendHunter.com) Telemarketers have a knack for calling at the most inconvenient times. Thanks to two clever British inventors, you can keep telemarketers away with the new TrueCall device. The device screens the number...]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2008 23:39:00 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consumer-revenge-device-keeps-telemarketers-away http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackberry-flip-t-mobile (TrendHunter.com) BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 will be carried exclusively by T-Mobile in the United States. Research In Motion unveiled the long anticipated BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220, the first BlackBerry to come in the...]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2008 22:00:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackberry-flip-t-mobile