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Popular This Week1. 46 Disguised USB Drives - From Harmonica Flash Drives to Hidden USB Bracelets (CLUSTER)  Considering how dependent we have become on our computers and laptops, god forbid anything terrible happens to them. It’s important to store your files on an external hard drive or even on a simple memory…2. 100 Gifts for Music Lovers - Musical Gifts From iPod Jewelry to All-in-One Instruments (CLUSTER)  Musical gifts bring the joy of music to everyone’s ears. Whether it be an instrument to help someone explore their creativity and melodic prowess or a unique way to better listen to and enjoy one’s favorite…3. 18 Split Specialties - From Forked Human Tongues to Song-Splitting Robots (CLUSTER)  Some things are great when they are split. Head phones, legs (sometimes) and bananas all fall into this category. Sharing is caring, and splitting is well, riveting?
Today, we would like to share with…4. 26 Practical LEGO Products - From Toy Block Peripherals to Tech-Savvy Toys (CLUSTER)  Building block creations have been featured on Trend Hunter numerous times not only because of their ties to nostalgic times, but also because of the multitude of ways in which they can be used and molded…5. 75 Next-Gen Batteries - Nano, Eco & Futuristic Tech Solutions That Charge Us Up for CES 2010 (CLUSTER)  CES, the world’s most biggest consumer electronics show, is a hotbed of next-gen gadgets, batteries and technology. While we’re pumped to see all of the innovations that will spring forth from this tech…6. Extraordinarily Inventive Outlets - Twisting Electrical Outlets are Great for Tight Spaces (GALLERY)  Twisting electrical outlets are just what the doctor ordered with all the gadgets we have to plug in nowadays. While there are obviously smart people working on our mobiles, computers and appliances, I…7. Super Quick Beer Coolers - 90 Second Beer Chiller Was Made for Absent Minded Beer Buyers  Have you ever told someone to go out and buy the beverages for a party, and they return with a mountain of mild-temperature brews? I know some people like warm beer, but a warm Bud Light should only be…8. Solar-Powered States - California Opts to Buy Solar Power from Space  Living in the great state of California, one must get accustomed to being on the cutting edge. We are looked at as an innovative state, always pushing the progressive envelope. Our governor is a robot…9. Tweeting Toddlers - Twoddler Toy Mods Classic Activity Centers to Let Tots Tweet (VIDEO)  A team in Belgium must have thought babies are Twitter-deprived, because they have found a way to get Toddlers in on the tweeting action, through Twoddler, a prototype toy. Basically, the Inventors took…10. Glowing Gift Cards - These Creative Gift Cards Will Last Long After the Holidays (GALLERY)  Just in time for the holiday season, here are a few creative gift cards for the 21st century.
These innovative stocking stuffers include a glowing Wii gift card, a USB 2.0 flash drive card, gift cards…11. Inerdbriation Game Consoles - 'Adult Mario' is the Only Reason People Should Still Play NES (VIDEO)  If the ‘Adult Mario’ game console is perfect for anyone trying to build up a little confidence before approaching Princess Peach. I mean, she is the whole reason you are playing the game. You can’t just…12. Pocket Heat Phones - Zeri Phone is a Renewable Energy Phone That Powers Up In Your Pocket (GALLERY)  The concept of a renewable energy phone isn't new but Paul Frigout’s concept Zeri phone is unique because it recharges using thermoelectric and piezoelectric energy.
Thermoelectric energy is gathered…13. DIY Gourmet Meals - The Peanut Butter Maker Lets You Enjoy Fresh Peanut Butter in the Privacy of You (GALLERY)  If you are like me, you become wary of the different additives and strange things people add to our food. So I am all about making my own, and the Peanut Butter Maker looks like it just might be my new…14. 10 Tech-Friendly Bamboo Finds - From Bamboo Speakers to Green Computers (CLUSTER)  Bamboo can be used for food, shelter and pretty much anything else you think it would be useful for. These 10 bamboo innovations all focus on how bamboo has been put to the technological test.
From bamboo…15. Melodic Swim Goggles - The Swimmer's Waterproof MP3 Player Makes for Musical Freestyling  As an avid runner I can’t imagine working out without music, which is probably the reason why I don’t swim for sport (among others, like my terrible front stroke). The Swimmer’s Waterproof MP3 Player,…16. Toy Block Peripherals - The LEGO Brick Mouse is Perfect for Your Favorite Geek  Ingenious computer mice abound, but really, do you know anyone who has one? I am talking about the kitschy ones that you give as a gag. Well the LEGO brick mouse is something you will use and yes, it is…17. Health Payment Bracelets - Vitaband Stores Health Data and Pays Your Medical Bills (GALLERY)  VITAband is a truly innovative medical concept. Not only is it a bracelet that digitally stores all your health information and personal records, VITAband is also a payment tool that will make it easy…18. Visual Search Engines - Search by Sight with Google Goggles (VIDEO)  Browsing information from your mobile phone just got easier and cooler with Google’s newest search tool Google Goggles. Designed for handheld mobile devices, the application lets you search the net using…19. Solar Night Lights - Sun-Charged 'Night Ease' Lamp Powers Up in Day, Glows at Night (GALLERY)  Stefan Wallmann’s concept design ‘Night Ease’ solar night light is designed to be placed upside-down in a specially configured stand during the day to expose tiny solar panels to the sun. The solar voltaic…20. Melodic Massagers - Igogo MP3 Massager Brings Music to Muscle Relaxation (GALLERY)  Dr. Dre and Tiesto want to give you a massage. Rihanna wants in on the action too. Sounds too good to be true right? It’s not with Osim’s new iGoGo MP3 Massager.
Osim's iGoGo MP3 Massager is an MP3 player…21. Illuminating Lip Gloss - Lanolip Pure Illumination Hydrating Lip Therapy Can Be Applied in the Dark  Lanolip Pure Illumination hydrating lip therapy is a lighted lip gloss system that comes with a hundred-hour LED light and mirror. The light-up feature allows users to apply the lip gloss with confidence…22. Zen Word Processors - Ommwriter Reduces Writer Distraction With Visual Elements (VIDEO)  Ah, writer distraction. It’s almost impossible to avoid. The people behind Ommwriter describe it poetically, “Your mind, a wild monkey.” Indeed.
But with the Ommwriter by Barcelona creative agency Herraiz…23. Cowboy Controllers - Win Channel-Changing Battles With a Trusty Gun-Shaped TV Remote  This gun-shaped TV remote can change channels, adjust volume levels and turn your TV on and off by simply pulling the trigger. It’s perfect for those TV night stand-offs when several people all want to…24. Martian Humidifiers - Stadler Form Fred UFO Humidifier Abducts Our Attention  The Stadler Form Fred UFO Humidifier looks like it was previously owned by an alien who came down with a massive head cold. Actually the 159 dollar device comes from Horeas, but I have to say the only…25. Super Sound Collars - Neckphones Must Be Worn Around People Who Share Your Taste in Music  The Stereo Neckphones featured here are a curious little creation that allow a person to enjoy his or her music, while keeping all those around you (willingly or not) tuned in to your current playlist.…26. Multimedia Microwaves - The Castoven Microwave Plays YouTube Videos While You Wait (VIDEO)  What do you do while you are waiting for hot water to heat up, or popcorn to pop in the microwave? If you typically just stand there and watch the clock count down, then you are the type of person that…27. Super Nintoasters - The SNES Toaster Mod Makes Gaming Fun, Leaves You Hungry (VIDEO)  I know when I was playing my Super Nintendo system, the last thing on my mind was doing something crazy with it, like a nutty modification job. But the genius behind the SNES toaster mod is obviously not…28. Accordion Keyboards - The Compact Keystick Folding Keyboard is Great for Worker Bees (GALLERY)  The Keystick folding keyboard by designers Yoonsang Kim and Eunsung Park is a full-sized keyboard that folds up like a fan. This is a wonderful, compact keyboard design that would be perfect for those… |
Popular This Month1. Top 50 Gadgets and Goodies for Geeks in 2009 (COUNTDOWN)  For the nerd in all of us, we've compiled a countdown of the most popular 50 gadgets and goodies for geeks in 2009. If you're inner geek is crazing more nerdtastic finds, browse our gadgets trend database,…2. 46 Disguised USB Drives - From Harmonica Flash Drives to Hidden USB Bracelets (CLUSTER) Considering how dependent we have become on our computers and laptops, god forbid anything terrible happens to them. It’s important to store your files on an external hard drive or even on a simple memory…3. 45 iPhone Accessories - From iPhone Lingerie to Rocking Multimedia Docks (CLUSTER)  Now that the iPhone has revolutionized the cell phone as we know it, it’s important that the iPhone accessories are just as innovative. Although it may feel as though the iPhone requires no additions,…4. 75 Touchscreen Innovations - From Touchscreen Sculpting to Coffee Table Remotes (CLUSTER)  We've gathered a collection of modern touchscreen innovations featured on Trend Hunter in the slideshow above.
Touchscreen innovations have changed the way we interact with our world. Although we are…5. 56 Green Gadgets - Eco-Friendly Tech Devices, from Solar-Powered Phones to Disposable Laptops (CLUSTER)  It was only a few years ago that wooden computers, disposable laptops, and solar-powered phones were virtually unknown concepts. Fast forward to today, and the number of eco-friendly tech devices is astounding.…6. 72 Small-Scale Solarized Innovations - From Solar Tables to Solar Sunglasses (CLUSTER)  With the eco-craze becoming less of a fad and more of a way of life, it’s not surprising that companies are creating and releasing more accessible environmentally-friendly products. By encouraging greener…7. 100 Gifts for Music Lovers - Musical Gifts From iPod Jewelry to All-in-One Instruments (CLUSTER) Musical gifts bring the joy of music to everyone’s ears. Whether it be an instrument to help someone explore their creativity and melodic prowess or a unique way to better listen to and enjoy one’s favorite…8. 32 Hip Headphones - Strapping Ways to Rock Out to Music (CLUSTER)  If you're sick of little ear buds that pop out, or you never adopted them to begin with, rejoice because there are plenty of hip headphones on the market. While they may not complement as many outfits,…9. 27 iPod Namesakes - Innovations Branded With an 'i', from iBlinds to ibreath (CLUSTER)  The mega tech brand Apple has a mega hold over society, and the mega amount of iPod namesakes is proof. The creation of everything from iBlinds to iBoxers should convince you. True, some are Apple-branded…10. LED Tattoos - Silk Silicon Chip Implants Turn Your Arm Into a TV  There is a new tattoo coming soon to a body part near you. LED Tattoos, are being developed by Researchers from MIT, the University of Pennsylvania and Illinois. Unlike traditional inked tattoos, the…11. 42 Spraying Inventions - From Fat-Shrinking Sprays to Dry Shampoo (CLUSTER)  To spray or not to spray, that seems to be one of the modern questions faced by urbanites these days. With all the spraying inventions hitting the market, it’s tempting to want to try out products in such…12. 24 Ways to Wear Your iPod - From Apple Ring Remotes to iPod Pocket Warmers (CLUSTER)  When you’ve got places to go and people to see, the last thing you want is your iPod getting in the way. This presents a serious problem because any journey, no matter how short, is better with music.…13. 36 Technology-Inspired Bracelets - From Hidden USB Bracelets to Wrist Computers (CLUSTER)  With so many technological advancements coupled with the fact that there have been just as many miniaturized inventions, it’s not at all surprising that we would want to continue to package tech in a more…14. 24 Counter-Intuitive Cameras - Unconventional Cameras, from Golf-Improvement Cams to Projector Brace (CLUSTER)  To most, a camera is a camera. You use it to snap a photo; nothing more, nothing less. Innovators, however, are consistently creating counter-intuitive cameras, cameras with ulterior motives and nontraditional…15. HD Vending Machines - Sapient Interactive 'uVend' Interactive Coke Machine Hits North America (VIDEO)  Sapient Interactive has created an interactive Coke vending machine called uVend. uVend replaces the standard front of a vending machine with a 46” LCD touch screen rich with HD video, bluetooth and flash…16. 23 Innovative Ways to Track Weight Loss - Gadgets That Help You Reach Your Fitness Goals (CLUSTER)  Staying fit and healthy is (or should be) at the top of everyone's priority list, which is why we've rounded up this collection of innovative ways to track weight loss (or gain). We've included everything…17. 56 Retro Media Makeovers - From Cassette Tape Watches to Microwaved CDs as Art (CLUSTER)  Living in the age of iPods and MP3s, I’m sure most people have eschewed CDs and virtually all have done away with cassettes, vinyl records, and rotary phones. While we may not use these oldschool media…18. 56 Bluetooth-Friendly Devices - From Bluetooth-Enabled Public Seating to Sci-Fi Inspired Webcams (CLUSTER)  As technology advances, we will see these devices begin to pile in our homes, work-spaces and even on our person due to easy portability. Aside from the convenience these gadgets will provide, we will…19. 20 Clip-On Creations - From Hair Clip Chess Pieces to Clip-On Collars (CLUSTER)  Society is lazy. If we weren’t, we wouldn’t have so many clip-on creations that allow us to just clip and go. For the most part, clip-on innovations are extremely convenient—no need to tie knots, button…20. 70 Great GPS Finds - From GPS Glasses to Doggy GPS (CLUSTER)  If you are lost and you have a GPS, the GPS finds where to go. If you are lost and you don’t have a GPS, start trying to remember what your 5th grade science teacher told you about the North Star.
Our…21. 23 Innovative Remote Controls - From Magic Wands for Grownups to Coffee Table Remotes (CLUSTER)  I predict (not very original, I know) that everything will one day be remote-controlled. I further this claim by (safely) stating that eventually only one universal remote will be needed. Until that time,…22. 18 Split Specialties - From Forked Human Tongues to Song-Splitting Robots (CLUSTER) Some things are great when they are split. Head phones, legs (sometimes) and bananas all fall into this category. Sharing is caring, and splitting is well, riveting?
Today, we would like to share with…23. Inflatable Chimney Pillows - Balloons Retrofit Fireplaces to Block Energy-Wasting Drafts (VIDEO)  Inflatable chimney pillows, also known as inflatable chimney balloons, are a cost-effective way to stop airflow, odor, and debris from flowing through disused fireplace and heating stove chimneys. Made…24. 25 Faux Explosives - From Ticking Bomb Tees to Grenade Lingerie (CLUSTER)  Design is no stranger to controversy and in this post 9-11 world, faux explosives are garnering a lot of attention. Whether it is just cheeky fun or really tapping into our increased interest in things…25. Embedded Timepieces - The Florian Scharfer Melted Clock Is Perfect For The Night (GALLERY)  I’m that person who sleeps with tons of crap on her bed, so the Florian Scharfer Melted Clock would not be a problem; it would actually be very useful as the clock is actually embedded within your bedsheet.…26. 29 Echoing Earbuds - From XXXL Earbuds to Earphone Earrings (CLUSTER)  As music becomes more and more a part of our daily lives, thanks to the growing accessibility of the Internet as well as gadgets such as our phones, everyone can sculpt their own unique soundtrack. But,…27. 20 Spinning Innovations - From Sweet Fire Circles to Glass Spinning Wheels (CLUSTER)  I remember loving the feeling after you spin for an indefinite amount of time as a child. First of all, the spinning part is already fun as a sense of wild freedom overtakes your body. Then as you stop…28. 16 Stunning Stun Guns - From Personal Protection Devices to Props for YouTube Videos (CLUSTER)  Even though they’ve been touted as the non-lethal alternative to fire arms, stun guns remain a controversial topic. The problem may be their wide availability and ubiquitous presence.
If you’re a fan…29. 26 Practical LEGO Products - From Toy Block Peripherals to Tech-Savvy Toys (CLUSTER) Building block creations have been featured on Trend Hunter numerous times not only because of their ties to nostalgic times, but also because of the multitude of ways in which they can be used and molded…30. 20 Pacing Treadmills - From Walking Workstations to Crowdpowered Transit (CLUSTER)  Now that it’s getting colder outside, it’s time to bring your workouts indoors. It may suck to give up nature for a few months, but with these pacing treadmills, you may not feel so bad anymore.
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Popular Last Month1. iPhone Diss Ads - Verizon Droid Phone Mocks Apple Favorite with iDon’t Ad (VIDEO)  Will the Verizon Droid be a serious challenger for the iPhone’s title of World’s Sexiest Gadget? Motorola, Google and Verizon, who teamed up to deliver the Droid, clearly think so. An aggressive ad campaign…2. 44 Kids Tech Toys - Virtual and Hi-Tech Toys Signal the End of Old School Big Bird (CLUSTER)  If you’ve used Google at all today, you might have noticed Sesame Street’s Big Bird legs. Why the sudden tribute to the iconic kid’s program? Well today is Sesame Street’s 40th anniversary. Yes, it’s been…3. 56 Life-Saving Innovations - From Flu-Thwarting Suckers to Doggie Disaster Duds (CLUSTER)  It’s a crazy world out there. One minute you have to worry about a life-threatening hurricane or a killer tsunami, the next it’s a deadly virus you could get while taking the subway or shaking hands with…4. 50 Massage Innovations - From Massage Chairs at the Dentist to Computer Mouse Massagers (CLUSTER)  If you’ve been feeling the need to get kneaded, these unique massage innovations are sure to strike your fancy. Not your typical Swedish massage (sorry, Bjorn), these innovations range from at-home DIY…5. 72 Clever Keyboards - From Woodsy PC Peripherals to Wrist-Worn Consoles (CLUSTER)  Keyboards are the lifeblood of today’s communication. In the past five years my WPM has increased tenfold, while simultaneously losing the ability to write in cursive.
From woodsy PC peripherals to wrist-worn…6. 32 Innovative Sensors - From Emotion-Sensing Office Gadgets to Motion Sensor Remotes (CLUSTER)  Innovative sensors are everywhere making it easy for people to cut corners and offering a ticket to laziness. Unique sensors mean you don’t have to physically lift your finger to press a button to change…7. Circuit Board Sneakers - Gabriel Dishaw Creates Metallic Footwear Masterpiece (GALLERY)  Made out of old computer chips, metal and even typewriter pieces, these metallic shoes are the brainchild of junk metal artist Gabriel Dishaw. I would never suggest playing a round of 21 in these bad boys,…8. 40 Delightful Digital Clocks - From Bed-Shaking Fire Alarms to DIY Timepieces (CLUSTER)  Although my iPhone acts as my timekeeper, I find that these delightful digital clocks are still necessary to keep our world in order. Digital clocks in general not only keep you on track, they are easy…9. 29 Examples of Dual-Purpose Winter Wear - From Musical Caps to Mobile Device Gloves (CLUSTER)  The winter months are fast approaching and that means you will have to start preparing for the cold. So, unearth those thick, knit sweaters, dust off those toques and unravel those scarves for another…10. Computer Branded Toilets - Bizarre Apple Concepts Designed by Mac Devotees (GALLERY)  The Gadgets website has compiled a list of the top twelve most unusual and bizarre Apple concepts designed by fans of the brand. Either they have too much time on their hands or are supreme Apple loyalists…11. Emotion-Detecting Office Gadgets - The Rationalizer Tells You to Chill When Your Temper Flares (VIDEO)  Most people encounter stress in their daily lives, and the Philips Rationalizer is a curious gadget that aims to alert its wearer of temper flares that could negatively impact their ability to reason.…12. 46 Clever Keynovations - From Tactile Giggle Accessories to Precious Metal Pendants (CLUSTER)  I have lost so many keys in my life, I can’t help but dread the idea of owning any keys. In fact, my loved ones have become so fed up with my neglect towards keys that they’ve had to take measures to ensure…13. In-Room iPods - The Upper House Ditches Paper Directories (GALLERY)  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…14. Retro Watch Revivals - Metal Timex 80 Emerges Unscathed From the Ages (GALLERY)  In the 50s, the Timex launched a new version of its timepieces that could be worn on the wrist. Now this watch is a fashion accessory that conveys a modern street style. The success is such that at the…15. 20 Mind-Boggling Goggles - From Undersea Camera Specs to Prescription Beer Goggles (CLUSTER)  Goggles are the awkward cousin of sunglasses. Used in swimming pools, training exercises and while lowering your standards, goggles always hold some sort of unique purpose.
From undersea camera specs…16. $1,200 Peripherals – The Intelligent Design Titanium ID Mouse Defies the Recession (GALLERY)  This $1,200 Intelligent Design Titanium ID Mouse is, pound for pound, perhaps the priciest PC peripheral I’ve ever seen. This bad boy features hand-formed grade 1 titanium, a three-button design and a…17. 14 Fashionable Female Headsets - From Spiral Earring Phones to Feminine Wireless Headsets (CLUSTER)  Cellphones are a permanent part of society now. Everyone (or nearly everyone) owns one. Yet what hasn't really caught on, yet, are headsets. The fact that we can answer our phones anytime, anywhere, we…18. Hookup Apps - The iPhone AMP Up Before You Score' App Encourages Female Conquests (VIDEO)  Being of the female variety, I imagine the revelation I have to present following this short sentence would have feminists itching to get their hands around my neck. I actually find the AMP UP Before You…19. 15 Microwaveable Innovations - From USB Bean Cookers to Tubular Microwaves (CLUSTER)  The microwave is the single most revolutionary cooking invention since, well, sliced bread. Used by lazy college students and disgruntled kids with plastic toys alike, the microwave has allowed us to have…20. 48 Mousey PC Innovations - Computer Mice and Mousepads, From Solar-Powered to Hybrids (CLUSTER)  As the PC world continues to release new desktops and laptops, it’s being careful not to ignore its furry (figuratively speaking) friend. Hi-tech, artistic and offbeat computer mice and mouspands are springing…21. 58 Toasty Inventions - From Hunger-Inducing Hand Warmers to Hand-Held Toasters (CLUSTER)  It’s important to stay warm during the winter months -- be it with a hearty breakfast featuring roasted toast or bundled and toasty. Either way, one thing I especially love about the colder months is (ironically)…22. Cyborg Translators – NEC Tele Scouter Computer Turns Text into a Retinal Display (UPDATE) (GALLERY)  The NEC Tele Scouter is a curious cyborg-inspired wearable gadget that, according to Technabob, translates written words and shows them in the user’s peripheral vision on a small TelePrompTer-like display.…23. Oversized Wrist Mobiles - LG GD910 Watch Phone is the Zack Morris Phone of 2030 (GALLERY)  Perhaps you do not see it just from the lead picture, but scroll through the gallery of the LG GD910 Watch Phone and tell me that this watch phone wouldn’t be an annoying accessory. I like the idea of…24. 17 Disposable Fashions - From Disposable Panties to Disposable Sunglasses (CLUSTER)  I’m not sure I agree with the disposable culture that is arising. To be able to throw out something after one use seems to be irresponsible, not to mention wasteful. Nevertheless, these throwaway innovations…25. LED Eyelashes - Designer Soomi Park Puts a Twinkle in Your Eye (VIDEO)  Inspired by what she terms the “Big Eye Fetish” of Asian women, Korean designer Soomi Park turned to light. Her idea is to use light as an alternative to makeup, jewelry and plastic surgery for enlarging…26. 27 Memory Boost Innovations - From Memory Loss Photography to Reminder Wristwatches (CLUSTER)  As I get older, it scares me that slowly my mind will deteriorate to the point that I become consistently forgetful. And with technology supplying us ways to remember things, it can actually work against…27. Convex Keyboards - Altug Toprak Designs Remote Control of the Future (GALLERY)  Looking like it should be flying its way around the Milky Way Galaxy, the rounded remote control featured here was designed by Altug Toprak.
The concept design gives us a view of what keyboards and controllers…28. Ingenious Power Plugs - The Sleek and Modern Rozetkus 3D by Art Lebedev Studio (GALLERY)  Rozetkus 3D by Art Lebedev Studio is a five-in-one power chord (or should I say plug). This amazing plug-in for electrical outlets is a compact alternative to prevalent and often messy power strips.
At…29. Electric Pop-Up Books - Jie Qi Improves on a Childhood Classic with 'Electronic Popables' (VIDEO)  Pop-up books are the best tool to get a child to start reading. Who knows what my reading level would be had it not been for these awesome attention-getters?
Jie Qi, with assistance from others in the…30. 13 Food and Beverage USBs - From USB Bottle Openers to Peelable Flash Drives (CLUSTER)  Some days the lunch break you are begging for just doesn’t fit into the work schedule. In such a scenario, the food and beverage USBs -- which are featured here -- can bring that little bit of sustenance… |
