Howard Wu - Howard Wu resides in his native Victoria, BC, Canada. He is an entrepreneur, a recreational league athlete, and a certified chess master.
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Howard Wu's Latest Trends
Giant Bicycling Santas (GALLERY)
Didi Senft is Crazy Santa Claus on WheelsDidi Senft (also known as El Diablo, or a crazy Santa Claus) is a renowned German cycling enthusiast who has designed a giant pedal-powered sleigh, measuring over 3 meters high, and 7 meters long. I’m…
Published 407 Views
Snow Motorbikes (VIDEO)
ATV and Dirt Biking Meet Snomobiles for the Winter Adrenaline Junkie'SnomoX' might just be the next big extreme sporting YouTube hit. With their snow kits for dirt bikes, SnomoX has given ATV and dirt bike enthusiasts a new winter activity. These winter-ready drive trains…
Published 708 Views
Fur-Ball Tech Covers (GALLERY)
Magnhild Disington Designs Non-Peta-Friendly Geek AccessoriesDanish textile designer, Magnhild Disington, has come up with these furry fashion accessories that disguise USB keys and cell phone covers so well that you’d never guess their true function. In other words,…
Published 690 Views
3 Dimensional Hangman! (GALLERY)
Bringing a Word Game Do Life (or Death)Do you have a “M_RB_D W_RD G_M_”? This 3-D version of the pencil and paper word game of hangman was clearly made by someone with a great sense of humor, and too much idle time. With magnetically attached…
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Magic Wand Remote Control (GALLERY)
Magical Universal Remote Not Just for Tv!The most unique feature of this magic wand TV remote is activated by the pointer’s motions, rather than push buttons. With 13 different manoevers, this wand can control brightness, volume, and channels,…
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Animated Toothpaste Heads
Silly Cartoons to Make Dental Hygiene FunThese toothpaste heads by Spread Heads are a fun way to promote good dental hygiene among children. The visual idea of an animated dog or cat spewing out a bright neon coloured gel onto a toothbrush might…
Published 873 Views
Mirrored Watches (VIDEO)
SDWorks' Dual-Purpose 'Mirror Watch' Wins China's 2009 Design AwardThe Mirror Watch by SDWorks is a pretty simple idea, with a great presentation. As a winner at China’s Most Successful Design Award competition, Cheuk Kee Lai’s design features an LED digital watch that…
Published 1,248 Views
Cyclist Mega Gadgets (GALLERY)
The Puyl is a Battery-Free Combination Bike Pump & LightWinner of the 2009 Eurobike Award, the PUYL is sure to be on the Christmas wish list of any avid cyclist. The combination bicycle pump and light uses electromagnetic induction, which charges the battery…
Published 1,277 Views
Automated Rebuffs
The Rejection Hotline is the Alternative Way to Dodge Bar PickupsHave you ever been stuck trying to reject an unwanted solicitor or bar pickup, without being rude? If so, the rejection hotline is just for you! On the rejection hotline website, you can find local phone…
Published 799 Views
Proforma (VIDEO)
Proforma Software Turns Webcam into 3-D ScannerConsidering the high cost associated with 3-D scanners and “printers”, most people would consider these machines to be useful, but not enough to justify the price tag—Enter the ProFORMA, which stands for…
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Combination Locks for Booze (GALLERY)
The Bottle Lock is a Creative Way to Curb Alcohol ConsumptionThis combination bottle lock is certainly a new way to control alcohol consumption. Without the need for a key, the only stumbling block that must be avoided is forgetting the combination to the Bottle…
Published 1,031 Views
Cheetah Speed Bicycles (GALLERY)
The Pardo Folding Bike Design Allows Cyclists to go Super FastThe Pardo (short for the Spanish word “guepardo” meaning “cheetah”) was designed by Pablo Lopez, to allow humans to simulate the animal’s travel mechanics. This design was an entry into Innovar, a national…
Published 1,616 Views
Prickly Plushies
The Cactus Teddy Bear Might Be the Worst Toy EverA seemingly cuddly teddy bear with a cactus for a head just doesn’t seem right. It’s funny for a gag gift, but you really must wonder what to do with it after the novelty wears off. It can’t be played…
Published 810 Views
Downhill Ice Skating (VIDEO)
Roller Derby Meets Hockey at the Red Bull Crashed Ice CompetitionIn Quebec City, downhill ice skating has a huge following among adrenaline junkies and residents alike. With four teammates barreling down an ice surface at ridiculous speeds, this somewhat contact sport…
Published 643 Views
Modern Drunkard Magazine (GALLERY)
"Standing Up for Your Right to Get Falling Down Drunk Since 1996"Modern Drunkard Magazine, established in 1996, is a hard-copy periodical, based out of Denver, Colorado. Featuring some intriguing art, reminiscent of the days of the Rat Pack, and Pin-Up Calendars, each…
184 Views
Spaghetti Wieners
Pasta-Infused Hotdogs Mix Two Food Favorites TogetherThese spaghetti wieners might not look so appealing to pasta or hot dog purists, but it does make a funny picture! Personally, I wonder how much time and trouble it took to string the spaghetti through…
Published 861 Views
Female Cranial Fillets
Disturbing Meat Cuts Look as if They’re Human FleshI’m sure we’ve all drawn happy faces on our pancakes or cookies with syrup or icing, but this butcher shop product just isn’t the same. Female cranial fillets are rather disturbing, since it’s tough to…
Published 3,819 Views
Manofest (GALLERY)
One-stop Collection of Viral Publicity in Unique CategoriesAt Manofest.com, some shocking but funny picture collections are cleverly organized by unusual categories, somewhat reminiscent of David Letterman’s Top Ten lists. Just to name a few, these categories…
93 Views
10 Bizarre Barcode Variations (CLUSTER)
Innovations Worthy of a Universal Product CodeWhen retail commercial items become mainstream enough to earn a barcode—Universal Product Code (UPC) numbers—one can safely assume that these items have earned some degree of widespread popularity. Perhaps…
Published 1,295 Views
Triangular Foosball (VIDEO)
Human Foosball and Three-Way Foosball Mix It UpWhen I found a foreign (possibly Hunduran?) website featuring a 3-Team Foosball table, I thought it might be fun to find a YouTube video to see this product in action. To my surprise, I was out of luck,…
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Emotion Inducing Accessories (GALLERY)
The Happiness Hat Will Make You Smile or ElseThe Happiness Hat designed by Lauren McCarthy might not be the best selling piece of headwear on the market, and it definitely isn’t the most pleasant for the user. The comfortable looking Happiness Hat…
Published 1,009 Views
Compact Bicycle Suitcases
The Aerotech Evolution Offers Mobility and SecurityThe AeroTech Evolution, designed by Scicon Technical bags, is the most compact, yet secure bicycle case on the market. The protective, hard-shelled ABS casing with Velcro straps is moulded specifically…
Published 1,720 Views
Scarves With Pockets (GALLERY)
The Julian Scarf by Wintercheck Factory is Designed for Winter ConvenienceBy adding zippered pockets to an already comfortable scarf, Wintercheck Factory’s Julian scarves are great examples of the ever-popular combination of function and fashion. With such a simplistic idea,…
Published 2,076 Views
10 Pi-Loving Innovations (CLUSTER)
Creations Inspired by the Math and the Infamous 3.14Having seen the movie “Pi” and talking to a bunch of guys that are pretty enthusiastic about their mathematical knowledge, I thought I’d peruse Trend Hunter for some “Pi” related trends, as I can’t seem…
Published 1,121 Views
Burning Cities (GALLERY)
London and Rome Featured in Artistic FirescreensThese burning cityscapes were designed by Gabrio Ghezzi of GSpot Design. Featuring the cities of London and Rome, these steel artistic firescreens bring an artistic and cultured look to any living room.…
Published 1,041 Views
DIY Windshield Repair (VIDEO)
Do-it-yourself YouTube Hoax?I’ve never employed this technique to fix a windshield crack, but it does seem quite intriguing as a do-it-yourself (DIY) project. Unfortunately, judging by several YouTube video reactions, this mixture…
95 Views
Trash Can Design Auction
Danish Company VIPP's Charity Competition to Combat AIDSThe Danish company VIPP, innovators of the rubber foot lever on garbage cans, is celebrating their 70th Anniversary by hosting a charity auction in New York City. VIPP is working with design retailer…
Published 1,262 Views
Two-Ended Balloons
'Balloons for Lovers' is an Inflatable Activity for CouplesSome couples are easily amused and can make their own fun in any situation. Having said that, even the most bored of companions might be hard-pressed to find enjoyment in blowing into this two-holed balloon.…
310 Views
20 Innovative Vacuums (CLUSTER)
Powerful Appliances That Suck (But Don't Suck)Vacuum devices are nothing new to the average household, but like anything else, once an interesting twist is added, the normally mundane house cleaning chore becomes somewhat of a game! Whether these…
Published 1,302 Views
Inkless Filmless Cameras (GALLERY)
Matty Martin's Punch Camera Creates Artful ImagesThe Punch Camera, invented by Matty Martin, made an apperance at the recent Intel University Design Expo. The camera’s novel feature is that it can print a halftone “rasterized” image on any type of paper…
Published 2,470 Views
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 Stylish Subcompact CarThis care was apparently designed for Antonella--an imaginary character, created by Ford as the target customer. NO JOKE! http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/19/automobiles/19design.html?_r=2&8dpc; Comment by Howard Wu |
 Self ViolatingThis is some good publicity! Could you hire me for $0.00, and agree to an out of court settlement for this violation? I'd love to add "lawyer" or at least "legal negotiator" to my resume! Comment by Howard Wu |
 Danger FoodsCool Video! Just 1 question... How did the artist manage to smuggle scissors on the plane? Comment by Howard Wu |
 Freaky Facettoo FailsI'd buy this poster! Comment by Howard Wu |
 Morbid Retro RevivalsI remember when these were traded like hockey cards! Comment by Howard Wu |
 Pointless PatentsPriceless! Comment by Howard Wu |
 Forever FurnitureThis is a pretty good guarantee! I wonder how many people will try to return a defective item if it breaks down after 299 years? Comment by Howard Wu |
 Folding Backpack BikesThis brand does seem to be an improvement over this one http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backpack-bike-transforer-bicycle It actually seems more like a scooter design though Comment by Howard Wu |
 Top 10 Publicity StuntsBest episode yet! Comment by Howard Wu |
 Gum-Flavored Hot DogsDo you think a vegetarian would consider this "I can't believe it's not real meat"? Comment by Howard Wu |
 Internal Organ PlushiesCheck out the iheartguts website! Ironically, the Uterus toy got recalled because the ovaries were a choking hazard! NO JOKE! Comment by Howard Wu |
 Recycled Steel Wine Bottle HoldersCheck out other steel wine caddies at http://www.metalimagination.com/winecaddies.html These were featured at the New York International Gift Fair! Comment by Howard Wu |
 Regional Gift ConventionsI heard the Toronto show was really good and busy (some of my co-workers were set up there too). Somehow, I don't thing Stephen Harper gear is going to catch on anywhere! Comment by Howard Wu |
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