http://www.trendhunter.com/ http://www.trendhunter.com/images/TrendHunterLogo120x30.gif http://www.trendhunter.com/ 120 30 Mike's Latest Trends en Copyright 2008 2008-09-05T04:40:01-05:00 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baseball-batting-robot ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Oh look! A robot that can bat a baseball. Now I don't have to worry about the players taking steroids! Unfortunatelt, the robot, which was built by Robocross.de, can only bat a baseball as far as the… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots Lifestyle Trends Sports and Sports Equipment http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baseball-batting-robot Tue, 12 Dec 2006 21:27:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persistance-of-vision-golf-clubs ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In the category of 'useless inventions that won't make you golf better', you'll find the persistance of vision golf clubs. Persistance of Vision technology basically means that images of light will stay… Technology Trends and Gadgets http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persistance-of-vision-golf-clubs Mon, 13 Nov 2006 01:48:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowing-power-cable ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Glowing power cables? Awesome, I'm sold. However, the Power-Aware Cord is more than just a glowing cord. It measures your power usage and lets you visualize how much you are consuming! "The current… Technology Trends and Gadgets http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowing-power-cable Wed, 01 Nov 2006 06:39:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jupiters-little-red-spot-growing-stronger ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Here's a trend happening in outer space... Storms are brewing on Jupiter and Jupiter's little red spot has started to increase! WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 (Xinhua) -- The highest wind speeds in Jupiter's Little… Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jupiters-little-red-spot-growing-stronger Fri, 13 Oct 2006 04:47:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-hydrogen-combustion-7-series ]]> (TrendHunter.com) BMW has launched a 7 series hydrogen powered car! Featured in the LA Times: Automakers believe that hydrogen, the most plentiful element on the globe, could ultimately replace petroleum as the principal… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-hydrogen-combustion-7-series Thu, 14 Sep 2006 02:03:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atlas-gloves-control-google-earth-with-hand-gestures ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Do you want to learn how to create your own Google Earth interface? Atlas Gloves has created the step by step instructions to start you on your way. From Atlas Gloves: Making your own Atlas Gloves is… Technology Trends and Gadgets Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atlas-gloves-control-google-earth-with-hand-gestures Thu, 14 Sep 2006 01:08:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-iceberg ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Are there any others out there that think an inflatable iceberg would be a blast? I'm looking at the rock climbing wall and thinking of how much more fun it must be to fall into a pool. This looks sweet!… Lifestyle Trends Toys and Stuff For Kids http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-iceberg Thu, 14 Sep 2006 00:15:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-realistic-video-games-nba-2k7-preview ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The trend of increasing realism in video games is not a surprise. However, it is very cool to see how much progress has been made over the last few years. The above graphic comes from the preview of… Technology Trends and Gadgets Video Games and Consoles http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-realistic-video-games-nba-2k7-preview Tue, 05 Sep 2006 03:38:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swivel-phones-samsung-x830-in-orange ]]> (TrendHunter.com) At 74 grams, teh new Samsung x830 is already a light and sexy phone. Now, Samsung has announced that the x830 will be available in a number of different colors. The swivel phone has 82 mb of onboard… Technology Trends and Gadgets Mobile Phones Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swivel-phones-samsung-x830-in-orange Mon, 04 Sep 2006 10:19:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkner-rv-with-garage ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Volkner Mobile, a German RV maker, has found a way to put a garage into its latest RVs. The only catch is that the RV can only accomodate lower car styles, like the BMW Z4 or Mercedes-SLK. Oh Gizmo puts… Auto and Motor Trends Lifestyle Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkner-rv-with-garage Tue, 29 Aug 2006 00:58:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indias-cut-price-space-program ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If you think it's important to have a space agency, but your country doesn't have one, then it's important to just get it done. That was the mantra of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, Founder of ISRO - India's national… Technology Trends and Gadgets Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indias-cut-price-space-program Tue, 15 Aug 2006 06:23:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pluto-not-a-planet ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In the world of science and discovery, the news of the month is that Pluto no longer qualifies as a planet. So... scratch that one off your list of planets to visit.... "This week is a huge one for Astronomy… Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pluto-not-a-planet Tue, 15 Aug 2006 06:20:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-lala-search-satifies-your-curiosity ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A few years ago, I wasted no less than two hours online trying to figure out the name and title of OutKast's Hey Ya. I certainly could have used the latest trend from the Korean celluar industry: LaLa.… Technology Trends and Gadgets Mobile Phones Pop Culture and Internet Trends Music Movies and Media http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-lala-search-satifies-your-curiosity Tue, 08 Aug 2006 23:21:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-snow-through-chemistry ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Mail order snow? Yes! Sounds odd if you're from Canada, but if you live in the desert and want to make a snow ball, what are you going to do? Think Geek offers an answer with Instant Snow. 1 jar for… Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-snow-through-chemistry Mon, 24 Jul 2006 23:37:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-art-mona-lisa-made-from-obsolete-motherboards ]]> (TrendHunter.com) We've seen a number of examples of recycled art and fashion, including Ecoist Handbags Made From Candy Wrappers and a Belt Made Of Recycled Materials. Now, Asustek, a Taiwanese electronics maker, has… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Modern Art Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-art-mona-lisa-made-from-obsolete-motherboards Sat, 22 Jul 2006 16:03:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sundial-bridge-art-meets-architecture ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The new Sundial Bridge in Redding California spans the Sacramento river linking the the north and south campuses of the Turtle Bay Exploration Park. The bridge was created by world renowned architect… Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sundial-bridge-art-meets-architecture Sat, 22 Jul 2006 14:54:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsofts-zune-to-rival-apples-ipod ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Microsoft confirmed on Friday that it would enter the battle against the iPod. For several years, Microsoft has tried to compete with iPod through its partners. Now the giant will take on Apple head… Technology Trends and Gadgets Audio Visual and Home Theater http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsofts-zune-to-rival-apples-ipod Sat, 22 Jul 2006 14:49:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/film-cameras-finally-dead-canon-and-nikon-halt-production ]]> (TrendHunter.com) It's official: film cameras are now a thing of the past. With Canon and Nikon out of the game, your aging film camera is now a piece of history. Maybe it will become a collector's item. To honour the… Technology Trends and Gadgets Digital Cameras and Photography http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/film-cameras-finally-dead-canon-and-nikon-halt-production Sat, 22 Jul 2006 12:59:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monk-e-business-rise-of-the-new-dot-com-entrepreneurs ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In Web 2.0, everybody is selling online. In this case, seven Wisconsin monks have established a several million dollar business selling office supplies online. The funds are then used for the monks'… Business Trends New Ventures and Start Ups Lifestyle Trends Social Trends Charity Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monk-e-business-rise-of-the-new-dot-com-entrepreneurs Thu, 13 Jul 2006 13:12:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sawstop-safety-for-the-weekend-warrior ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Tired of cutting off your fingers while working on those home projects? SawStop is the miracle that you have been waiting for. The SawStop is a table saw that cuts wood like any other, but as soon as… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sawstop-safety-for-the-weekend-warrior Thu, 29 Jun 2006 06:49:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandoras-squeezebox-delivers-audio-ambiance ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Thanks to the folks working diligently at the Music Genome Project, we can now create our own commercial-free music stations, and tailor them fit our tastes or mood. Simply download Pandora's streaming… Technology Trends and Gadgets Audio Visual and Home Theater http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandoras-squeezebox-delivers-audio-ambiance Thu, 22 Jun 2006 14:23:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geocaching-the-new-hide-and-seek ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Hide and seek is taken to a new level with the prevalence of low-cost consumer GPS devices. Geocaching is the name given to the art of hiding an object somewhere on the planet and providing only it's… Technology Trends and Gadgets Global Trends and Hip Travel Bizarre Global Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geocaching-the-new-hide-and-seek Thu, 22 Jun 2006 14:12:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/androids-dream-of-soccer-glory ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Want to watch some robots playing soccer? It's a big deal. Why watch the World Cup when you can watch the Robocup? All About Robocup: RoboCup is an international joint project to promote AI, robotics,… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/androids-dream-of-soccer-glory Tue, 20 Jun 2006 01:37:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plush-yoda-backpack ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Ever since its release in 1980, The Empire Strikes Back has fueled the dreams of geeks across the world. Considered by many to be the best of the Star Wars saga, it was the first film where we really learned… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions Toys and Stuff For Kids http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plush-yoda-backpack Tue, 13 Jun 2006 03:59:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-implant-in-hand ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If you've been wanting to implant a magnet in your body, then you'll be happy to know the good news that your dream has become a possibility. Imagine all the fun you'll have. From Wired: What if, seconds… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-implant-in-hand Sat, 10 Jun 2006 22:12:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rounder-world-cup-soccer-ball-messes-with-goalies ]]> (TrendHunter.com) By now you've noticed the odd looking World Cup soccer ball. What you might not know is that the new ball is rounder, high tech, and unfriendly to goalies. "When the strikers for either Germany or… Technology Trends and Gadgets http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rounder-world-cup-soccer-ball-messes-with-goalies Fri, 09 Jun 2006 22:17:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ricoh-makes-printer-out-of-plants ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Corn is the new oil if you're making plastic. That's right, Ricoh has led the charge to start building its printers using corn-based plastics. The innovation comes in response to skyrocketing oil prices.… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ricoh-makes-printer-out-of-plants Wed, 07 Jun 2006 04:36:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-recognition-what-celebrity-do-you-look-like ]]> (TrendHunter.com) What celebrity do you look like? My Heritage has created facial recognition software to help you build your family trees... and see what celebrity you look like. After you upload your photo, My Heritage… Celebrity News Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-recognition-what-celebrity-do-you-look-like Thu, 18 May 2006 00:32:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-largest-3d-display-made-of-8000-ping-pong-balls ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Electrical engineering students in Europe have created Matrixx, the world's largest 3D display using 8,000 ping pong balls filled with LEDs. The unit is capable of displaying games of 3d snake, 3d pong,… Technology Trends and Gadgets Modern Art and Design Trends Modern Art http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-largest-3d-display-made-of-8000-ping-pong-balls Wed, 17 May 2006 13:44:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100-million-pixel-virtual-reality-room ]]> (TrendHunter.com) At Iowa State University, they've created a virtual reality room that surrounds you with 100 million pixels. The $4 million room is 10 feet by 10 feet with a 96 GPU HP computer and 24 Sony Digial Projectors.… Technology Trends and Gadgets Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100-million-pixel-virtual-reality-room Sun, 14 May 2006 12:11:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painstation-2-video-game-that-inflicts-shock ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Volker Morawe and Tilman Reiff have created the Painstation 2, a classic pong-like arcade machine that inflicts electric shocks into your opponent if you get a point. Technology Trends and Gadgets Video Games and Consoles Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painstation-2-video-game-that-inflicts-shock Sun, 14 May 2006 11:57:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-10-strangest-robots ]]> (TrendHunter.com) At TecheBlog, they've compiled a list of the Top 10 Strangest Robots. The collection includes a robot chair that walks, fighting robots that inflict pain on their opponents, a female android robot, and… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-10-strangest-robots Sun, 14 May 2006 11:01:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/update-man-wants-refund-for-mig-21-fighter-jet-bought-on-ebay ]]> (TrendHunter.com) As an update to our story last week on the Beijing man who bought a MiG-21 fighter jet on ebay... he now wants a refund. Why? They can't ship to China. Surprise, surprise.... According to Reuters:… Luxury Trends Ultra Luxury Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel News and World Events http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/update-man-wants-refund-for-mig-21-fighter-jet-bought-on-ebay Tue, 09 May 2006 23:56:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pope-benedict-xvi-blesses-ferraris ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The new Pope is blessing Ferraris. "VATICAN CITY -- There were more than just Catholic pilgrims and tourists gathered in St. Peter's Square this weekend for Sunday prayers. A fleet of 45 shiny Ferrari… Auto and Motor Trends Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel News and World Events Social Trends Religious Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pope-benedict-xvi-blesses-ferraris Sun, 07 May 2006 14:27:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-thin-dvds-from-hitachi-maxell ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Measuring 0.092 mm, the new paper-thin DVDs from Hitachi / Maxell feature Stacked Volumetric Optical Disc (SVOC) techonology. That means 'thin'. Technology Trends and Gadgets http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-thin-dvds-from-hitachi-maxell Sun, 07 May 2006 13:59:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scope-nerdy-watch-tells-time-on-a-grid ]]> (TrendHunter.com) I could describe this for you, but it's more fun to look at the description of the SCOPE watch directly from Arkon Industries: The year is 2157, Alien Robots have taken over the Earth. Our cities lie… Technology Trends and Gadgets Style and Fashion Trends Watches Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scope-nerdy-watch-tells-time-on-a-grid Tue, 02 May 2006 01:23:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mig-21-fighter-jet-sold-on-ebay ]]> (TrendHunter.com) This week on eBay: a Chinese businessman Zhang Cheng bought a Soviet MiG-21F fighter jet. The price was just $25,000. That's a bargain. I wonder if he'll be able to import the jet to China? Cheng stated,… Luxury Trends Ultra Luxury Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel News and World Events http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mig-21-fighter-jet-sold-on-ebay Tue, 02 May 2006 01:04:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pimpmysnackcom-giant-versions-of-snacks ]]> (TrendHunter.com) At Pimp My Snack, they have several guides on how to make giant versions of popular snacks in the comfort of your own kitchen. Delicious. "Is this the biggest KitKat Chunky in the world – I do hope… Lifestyle Trends Food Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pimpmysnackcom-giant-versions-of-snacks Sun, 23 Apr 2006 07:23:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toshiba-slims-down-lcd-panel-to-29mm ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Toshiba is launchind the slimmest LCD ever. At 2.9mm, the 1280x800 LCD screen will enable slimmer laptops and sexier gadgets. Technology Trends and Gadgets http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toshiba-slims-down-lcd-panel-to-29mm Fri, 14 Apr 2006 17:44:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vespa-unveils-two-hybrid-scooters ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Vespa is developing two versions of a hybrid scooter based on the Vespa LX 50 and the Piaggio X8 125 engine (125cc gas and 2500W electric). The new engine provides 25% more power. (Read at Gizmodo or… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vespa-unveils-two-hybrid-scooters Fri, 14 Apr 2006 17:33:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/why-cry-baby-monitor ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Why Cry is a new device that lets you know why your baby is crying. This is only 1 step away from an invention you may recognize from Homer Simpson's brother... From the WhyCry Website: The WhyCry®… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Toys and Stuff For Kids http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/why-cry-baby-monitor Tue, 11 Apr 2006 00:13:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrolling-led-dog-tag ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The scrolling LED dog tag, available in Japan, lets you communicate everything you want, as long as it can fit onto the little screen. Messages can be up to 118 caharacters in length, and are input using… Technology Trends and Gadgets Style and Fashion Trends Hip Fashion Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrolling-led-dog-tag Sun, 09 Apr 2006 00:09:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-potty-training-urinal ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Now your toddler can have his very own urinal. From the company: Visionaire Products introduces the Peter Potty the worlds only flushable toddler urinal. With the Peter Potty, the potty training time… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions Toys and Stuff For Kids http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-potty-training-urinal Fri, 31 Mar 2006 03:18:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/husqvarna-automower-the-robot-lawnmower ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Lazy? Get a robot to mow your lawn. Keep your cat inside. The Automower is very simple to operate. You continuously get a good result without any effort from you as a consumer. Once you have installed… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots Lifestyle Trends Home Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/husqvarna-automower-the-robot-lawnmower Fri, 24 Mar 2006 13:58:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polymer-vision-rollup-display ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Polymer Vision has launched a flexible, rollable screen technology. The flexible screens are perfect for pdas, cell phones, GPS devices and laptops. This looks like a step up from previous versions of… Technology Trends and Gadgets Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polymer-vision-rollup-display Thu, 23 Mar 2006 04:39:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/125-jellio-gummilights ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Introducing Jellio GummiLights...penny candy-inspired beauties designed by the newest member of the Jellio team, Kevin Champeny of Champeny Creations. In the daytime, these soft, rubbery lights will take… Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Home Trends Modern Art Lifestyle Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/125-jellio-gummilights Fri, 17 Mar 2006 05:07:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-10-strangest-lego-creations-lego-art ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Check out Tech Blog for the latest in Lego Art. It's better than the stuff you used to make.... The link includes everything from a Lego Volvo XC90 to a Lego Knitting Machine. Modern Art and Design Trends Modern Art http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-10-strangest-lego-creations-lego-art Tue, 07 Mar 2006 02:40:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-xnote-tx-the-1kg-laptop ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Laptops are getting smaller and lighter. As if I had to tell you that was a trend. Still, it's cool to see that the new LG Xnote TX is less than 2.4 pounts. It's so thin it makes me hungry. LG Xnote… Technology Trends and Gadgets Computers and Laptops http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-xnote-tx-the-1kg-laptop Sat, 04 Mar 2006 17:58:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remote-controlled-robotic-shark ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A full 2' long, this unique robotic shark has a full-range of motion to replicate the smooth, sleek swimming of one of nature's most efficient predators. It is able to gracefully maneuver up, down, left,… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions Toys and Stuff For Kids http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remote-controlled-robotic-shark Tue, 28 Feb 2006 04:32:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-lasers ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Wicked Lasers features a wide selection of innovative lasers you can use to make cool designs, pop balloons or start your fingers on fire. I'm not kidding. Check out my favourite FAQ from the Wicked… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-lasers Thu, 16 Feb 2006 03:13:01 -0500