17 Pocket-Sized Innovations (SUPER GALLERY) Edit

The combination of global population growth and constant stream of new technologies is causing a demand for innovations to shrink in size. This doesn’t just include the rise in small space living and surging development of compact cars, but in pocket-sized innovation of consumer goods.

This feature clusters together items like pocket showers, miniature televisions, pocket-sized scooters and turn tables that fit in the palm of your hand.

It seems more people are living by the philosophy that bigger doesn’t necessarily mean better.

Pocket-Size Scooters - Patinette Butterfly (GALLERY)

The search for minimalism in design has produced a strikingly diminutive prototype scooter that, when folded up, is barely bigger than a beer bottle. The concept was sanctioned by BMW and the Mini Cooper… [More]

Pocket Shower - Luxuries of Home in the Wild

Who says you have to stay stinky when you are roughing it up in the outdoors? The Pocket Shower is your new camping friend that will ensure you get the luxury of a nice shower in the wild. Made from… [More]

Flask On The Fly - Pocket Shots (VIDEO)

What’s that in your pocket? Your friends will be oh so envious when they find out what you brought to the golf course, ballgame or down to the river. No, it’s not a fat wallet—it’s a personal, single… [More]

Be fashionable and eco friendly all at the same time.

I am not sure if these will replace the latest fashionable accessories, or even the latest Tinkerbell (Paris Hilton’s dog who she misplaced).  Just think, soon we can trade these with our friends or just… [More]

Ballet Flats in a Bag - Tipsy Feet (GALLERY)

When you go out for a night on the town in style, you will probably wear sexy high heels. After all the dancing and drinking, the walk back to the taxi or to your house in these high-heels can be painful… [More]

Paper Shampoo - Airport Security Safe Hygiene Innovations

No more excuses for dirty hair! Paper Shampoo is the answer to the recent airline security restrictions on liquids. In addition to traveling, this ultra compact unique shampoo can be great for camping… [More]

Space Saving Clothes - Magic T-Shirt Grows With Water (GALLERY)

Going on a trip and need to utilize your luggage space efficiently? The Magic T-shirt is the ultimate space saver; it magically compresses a full-sized shirt into the size of a hand using a “special technique”.… [More]

Canned Clothes - Pants in a Pinch

Now if only they make some adult sized ones! These $20 ultra compact Pants in a Pinch are any toddler’s mom’s new best friend. The 100% cotton pants come in a palm-sized disc. The pants are available in… [More]

Pocket Garden Perfect for this Valentine’s Day

This Valentine’s Day, give a plant in a package.  It will last longer than cut flowers! [More]

Gadgets

Teenie Tiny Gagets - Pico USB is World’s Smallest, Yet Holds 8 Gigs (GALLERY)

I found the world’s smallest flash drive, Pico USB on ThinkGeek. Its physical dimensions are 31.3mm x 12.4mm x 3.4mm, yet it holds a larger memory capacity than any other USB flash at 8 Gigs! It’s sold… [More]

Projected Monitors - Computers in Pens (GALLERY)

We’ve been introduced to virtual-keyboards - the ones that are projected onto a flat surface. This computer prototype utilizes the same technology but also includes a projected monitor. All you apparently… [More]

Pocket TV for Macs - Miglia TVMini HD Express

The Miglia TVMini HD Express is a compact TV for Macs. It allows you to watch, pause, rewind, skip forward and even record live TV. Using state of the art technology, TVMini HD Express also gives you the… [More]

Portable Office in a Tie - Stationery Neckware

With the continuous trend and convenience of smaller and lighter gadgets in the business world, the portable office tie is a natural fit.  Although it might not be a big hit in the fashion world yet,… [More]

Pocket Turntables - Pacemaker Portable DJ System

The Pacemaker Portable DJ System is the ideal systems for those starving DJs who are on their way to making it big. The Pacemaker lets you do a range of profession audio manipulation including “limitless… [More]

Polaroid 2.0 - The PoGo Portable Instant Digital Prints

There has been much sadness over Polaroid’s decision to discontinue making the iconic box cameras that produced instant, rectangular pictures. Polaroid, realizing they really did have a great thing, are… [More]

Docupen RC800 - Full Page 24Bit Colour Handheld Scanner

Planon have developed a Lightweight Portable Series of Handheld Scanners, with the RC800 Professional topping the list as the most advanced in convenient features yet! Docupen is battery operated and… [More]

Mini USB Vacuum - Suck Up Crumbs, Dustbunnies

Just like you have to clean up those cookies you delete from your browser, you still have to remember to suck up the real cookie crumbles from your lunch break at the desk. The 8 inch USB-powered miniature… [More]