38 Built-In(novations)
From Card-Carrying Flasks to Boom Box Backpacks:
Meghan Young — Oct 20, 2009 — Art & Design
When purchasing a new product, it’s become customary to want more, especially if it’s some sort of novelty item. There have been many 2-in-1 creations, but another way to feel that bang for your buck are those built-in innovations. For those of you in need of that something more, check out this cluster of built-in goodies.
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Built-In Boob Jackets
Style Bubble Rocks a Luxirare Biker Jacket
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Fringed Hoodies
80's Purple Hooded Jacket has Built-In Hair Extensions
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Fridges for Caffeine Addicts
Zanussi's Fridge Has a Built-in Espresso Maker
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Built-In Fishnet Jeans
Add Edge to Plain Ripped Jeans With Patterned Tights From Tripp NYC
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Self-Charging Batteries
IF-Battery Features Built-In Charger
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Self-Cleaning Glass
Window with Built-in Squeegee
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Luggage With Built-in Scale
Ricardo Beverly Hills
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World's Largest Cylindrical Aquarium with Built-in Elevator
The Aquadom
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Grandiose Grave Markers
Ivanka 'SeeYou' Design Features Built-In Pond
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Built-In Mitten Scarves
The Peter Jensen Scarf Keeps Your Neck & Hands Cozy
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Thief-Proof Coats
Quilted Leather Jacket Has Built-in, Anti-Theft Backpack
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Plush Love Dens
Karim Rashid's Hollandia Sphere Bed is Outfitted So You'll Never Have to Get Up
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Fruit-Specific Dishware
Apple Dish Has Built-In Core Storage
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Built-In Underwear
The Dior Spring 2010 RTW Collection Turns Evening Into Day
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Massaging Socks
Reflexology Footwear For Tired Feet Has Built-In Acu Massagers
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Fitness Desks
The Steelcase Sit-to-Walkstation Comes With Built-In Treadmill
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TV Tubs
Karim Rashid's Bathtub with Built-in Television is a New Kind of Tele-Tubby
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Flexible Food
Maezm's Foldable Table Cloth Has Built-In Dishes
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Edible Hats
The Homemade Nacho Hat Even Has a Built-In Dish For Salsa
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Boom Box Backpacks
The Jam Session Stay-Puff Comes With Built-In Speakers
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Intelligent Bartender Bots
The DIY SOBEaR v02 Has a Built-In Breathalyzer
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Wardrobe Chair Concept
Chair with Built-in Hanger and Bag Space
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Web-Surfing Digital Cameras
The Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-G3 Features Built-In Browser (CES 2009)
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UV-Disinfecting Infant Bottles
Pureray Baby Bottle Uses UV Rays to Kill Germs
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Musical Pool Tables
Debut Lunar Billiards Table Features Built-In Speakers
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Desktop Airplanes
USB Plane Hub With Built-in Fan Looks & Feels Cool
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Chilled Coffins
Wooden Caskets With Built-In AC Ensure a Cool Burial
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Motorized Stunt Kites
Built-In Controls Automate Acrobatics with 'Air Hogs Wind Chaser'
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Musical Caps
the iHat Keeps Your Ears Warm and Enticed With Built-In Speakers
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Massaging Mice
Muscle Mouse Comes With Built-In EMS to Relieve Your Stresses
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Credit Watch
World's First Wristwatch with Built-in Credit Card
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In-Wall Brewing Systems
Ariston Built-In Coffee Center 'Replicates' Hot Drinks on Demand
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Ears as Biometric Devices
Unique Cochlear Sounds Work Like Built-In Passwords
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Hi Tech Golf Putter
DiXX Digital Putter Has Built-in Swing Analysis
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Vanity With Built-In Mirror
Secjo by Altamarea
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2 in 1 Furniture
Chair With Built-in Hanger
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Card-Carrying Flasks
Flask with Playing Cards Combines Hard Liquor and Gambling
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Branded EDC Multitool Kits
The Leatherman Adapt Kit Features a Mini Workstation and More
Portable Performance Speakers
The JBL Flip 6 Has Two Passive Radiators for Bold Bass
Leather-Bound Connected Notebooks
Side Note Boasts a MagSafe-Compatible Design for Added Ease
Interchangeable Component Water Bottles
'The Modular Bottle' Has a Glass Interior and More
Buildable Bracelet-Style Multitools
The MODL Infinity Tool 2.0 Has a Tough, Tactical Construction
Batman-Themed Kitchen Appliances
Paul Parsons Creates Themed Kitchen Appliance Concepts
Accordion-Style Cabin Designs
The 'IWI' Cabin Expands and Contracts with Ease
Vintage-Inspired Flashlight Designs
The Barebones Edison Light Stick Has a Design-Conscious Form
All-Weather Wallet Designs
The Bellroy All–Conditions Card Pocket Protects from the Elements
Micro High-Power Battery Packs
The Anker 548 Power Bank is Compact Yet Feature-Rich
Speaker-Like Coffee Makers
The Conceptual 'POCO' Portable Capsule Coffee Machine is Handy
Fashionable Inflated Phone Cases
The 'Air Case 2' Offers Stylish Protection for the iPhone
Minimalist Industrial Cameras
This Braun Instant Camera Concept by Arihant R Israni is Sleek
Expanding Accordion-Style Wallets
The Mbacco Wallet Has Ample Space to Store More Than Cards
Nostalgic Updated Flip Phones
Motorola Marks 95th Anniversary with Exclusive Razr+ Bundle
Action Button Smartphone Cases
The 'BANG!CASE' Expands Smartphone Productivity
Masterfully Modular Camping Trailers
The 'Bobo' Trailer is Built Around a Five-Module System
Multitool Water Bottles
The 'BYO Bottle' Hides Cutlery and More Alongside Drinks
Futuristically Informed Binoculars
The Conceptual Zoomers Binoculars Modernizes a Classic Design
Futuristic Five-in-One Speakers
Sound Stack is the Epitome of a Multi-Functional Bluetooth Speaker
Multifunctional Power Bank Concepts
Abeer Mahadane Designs the Audio1 Concept Inspired by Braun
Modern Magnetic Food Containers
The Cliik Food Storage System is Crafted with Tritan Plastic
Aesthetically Pleasing CD Players
This Incredibly Modern CD Player Redefines How We Listen to CDs
One-Touch Access Backpacks
Watson The Pack 3.0 Streamlines Access When Commuting or Traveling
Professional Tech Organization Briefcases
The 'xBriefcase' Has a Total of 19 Smart Pockets
Kinetic-Friendly Power Banks
The Conceptual 'Last Resort' Power Bank Hides a Crank Inside
Hybrid Professional Power Banks
The 'BOLD 2' Power Bank Charges Six Devices at Once
Luggage-Inspired Backpack Designs
The Ekster Grid Backpack Functions Like a Suitcase
Functionally Fashionable Mobile Accessories
These MOFT Mobile Accessories Debuted at CES 2023
Multifunctional Beverage Carriers
The Conceptual 'ThermoBag' Drink Carrier is All-in-One
Hybrid Professional Laptop Accessories
The Conceptual 'SnapFIT' by Riccardo Bosisio is Four-in-One
Multifunctional Compact Chargers
Twelve South Presents the Butterfly 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger
5-in-1 Car Utility Kits
The JUMPAC Offers Five Necessary Functions in One Package
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
Portable Personal Office Accessories
Tye Beblau 'Vertical Office' Brings a Workstation Anywhere
Tech-Enhanced Cosmetic Bags
The Shell Well Smart Cosmetic Travel Case is 10-in-One
Compact Capsule-Like Coffee Makers
The Outin Nano Portable Espresso Coffee Machine is Travel-Ready
Retro Camera-Like Speaker Concepts
The Kodak C400R Bluetooth Speaker by Hyunjun Yu is Minimalist
Flask Phone Cases
Body Vodka Created a Take-Anywhere Transparent Flask Phone Case
Telescoping Component Kitchen Appliances
The Hybrid Kitchen Aid by Rishikesh Sonawane is Intuitive
Retro Transparent Cassette Players
NINM Lab Unveils the Nostalgic It's Real Cassette Player
Multifunctional Traveler Speakers
The Harman Kardon 'Traveler' Speaker Has an Elegant Form
Rechargeable Cocktail Makers
The bev by BLACK+DECKER Cordless Cocktail Maker is Convenient
On-the-Go Cordless Blenders
Ninja Blast is a Powerful Portable Blender
Modular Bin Organizer Accessories
The 'BINGANIZER' Comes in Three Different Designs
Battery-Powered Espresso Makers
The Outin Nano Mini Works with Coffee Grounds or Capsules
BYO Bottle Drink Stations
The Refilled Refiller Stations Eliminate Single-Use Packaging
Origami-Inspired Adventure Packs
The Huckberry x Peak Design X-Pac Collection Has Six Pieces
Indestructible Speaker Systems
The DemerBox DB2 is Built to Withstand Life in the Great Outdoors
Compact Contemporary Power Banks
The Anker Nano Can Charge Twice as Fast as Standard Power Banks
Collapsible Microwave Appliances
The 'FoldWave' Foldable Microwave by Park Saun is Highly Portable
Trackable Technology Backpacks
The HyperPack Pro Can Charge Gear as You Travel
Convenient 10-Blade Blenders
The BlendQuik Portable Blender Prepares Fresh Drinks Anywhere
Ultra-Compact Blender Accessories
The Cruz 'BlenderCap' Creates Fresh Drinks From Anywhere
Accessible Customization-Focused Bags
JanSport Launches a Backpack Range For the Mobility Impaired
Hybrid Professional Laptop Accessories
The Orbitkey Hybrid Work Duo Maximizes Organization
Nostalgic Mobile Gamer Devices
The Retroid Pocket Flip Has a Throwback, Clamshell Design
Clock-Style Smartwatch Chargers
The Otterbox 2-in-1 Power Bank with Apple Watch Charger is Handy
Convenience-Focused Bottle Slings
Slingwell Strives to "Make a Hydration Fashion Statement"
Travel-Ready Powered Espresso Makers
The Outin Nano Heats Water to Pull the Perfect Espresso Shot
Eco-Friendly Outdoor Speakers
The JBL Go 3 Eco and Clip 4 Eco Feature Recycled Plastic and More
Magnetic Multi-Functional Straps
The Dual by Zenlet Accommodates One's Badge and Phone
90s-Inspired Music Players
Bang & Olufsen Release the Vintage Beosound 9000 CD Player
Flexible Folding Concept Phone
Samsung's Flex in & Out Flip is a Bending Phone Concept
Take-Out Box Tables
The McDonald's TableBag Packaging Doubles as a Dining Surface
Tactical Tote-Style Backpacks
The BillyKirk No. 609 Standard Issue Backpack Tote is Versatile
Modular Mobile Professional Pouches
The Orbitkey 2-in-1 Tech Pouch Organizes All Device Essentials
Business-Ready Commuter Backpacks
These DoubleWin Backpacks are Stylish and Shockproof
Reimagined Curiously Functional Products
The New DIDIM Design Series Honors Everyday Objects
Minimalist Wireless Cassette Players
The We Are Rewind Cassette Player Has an Aluminum Body
Magsafe Phone Card Holders
DuoFlip is a New Functional Card Holder Attached to the iPhone
Modular Reusable Notebooks
The Rocketbook Pro is Infinitely Reusable and More
Adaptable Slim Smartphone Chargers
The 2-in-1 Wireless Charger is Designed for the iPhone 15
Headband Display Headphones
The Conceptual Boinc Headphones Show Off Track Info or Graphics
Battery-Powered Outdoor Appliances
The BLUETTI SwapSolar Ecosystem Features Three Products
Multifunctional Camper Backpacks
BOLOTOR Bolo Packs Work as a Hammock, Storage Solution and More
Compact Fully-Functioning Camp Vehicles
Ququq Designs the Busbox-4 for the VW ID.Buzz
Modular Three-in-One Duffle Bags
The 'SwitchUP' Convertible Duffle Bag Has a Magnetic Design
Wearable PC Keyboard Controllers
The Grab Shell is a New Multifunctional Handheld Keyboard Design
Festival-Friendly Hydration Packs
This Pack Helps You Stay Hydrated & Organize Your Belongings
Recycled Plastic Technology Hubs
The Zens 4-in-1 Modular Wireless Charger is Conveniently Designed
Portable Water Infusion Blenders
The Magic Bullet Portable Blender Has a Multifunctional Design
Posh Power-Free Smartphone Speakers
This Amplifying Speaker Requires No Batteries or Cords
Portable Battery-Powered DJ Decks
The Korg Handytraxx Play is Perfect for DJs on the Move
Stylish Dual-Opening Water Bottles
The Stanley All-Day Slim Bottle Comes in Two Sizes
Durable Device Connection Keychains
The Nomad ChargeKey Comes in Two Useful Models
Multifunctional Cardboard QSR Packaging
McDonald's and Leo Burnett Unveil the Tablebag
Cordless Cocktail Makers
bev by BLACK+DECKER Creates a Party Atmosphere with Multicolored LEDs
Two-in-One Drinking Vessels
Bottlecup Combines an Insulated Water Bottle with a Coffee Cup
Pocket-Packed Antitheft Travel Bags
The Korin HubPack 33 Offers Ample Storage Throughout
Combination Modular Bottles
The Berry Bottle is an All-in-One Modular Bottle for Any Adventure
Intentional Modern Day Tools
Inside Then Out Boasts a Line of Elegant & Slick Minimalist Products
Recycled Plastic Instant Cameras
The Polaroid Now Generation 2 i-Type is Retro and User-Friendly
Portable High-Capacity Chargers
U&i Unveils a New High-Speed Car Charger and Power Bank
Origami-Inspired Lunch Boxes
The FoldiBox 2 Box has a Flatpack and Technical Design
Extending Illuminator Camping Lanterns
The 'Fezoom' Outdoor Camping Lantern Works in Multiple Ways
Fast Wireless Phone Chargers
Introducing the 2-in-1 Fast Wireless Phone Charger and Holder for Car
Retro 3D-Printed Bags
Coperni's CD-PLAYER Swipe Bag Resembles a Portable Music Player
Stackable Bottled Cocktails
BLOC's Experimental Cocktails are Packaged in a Convenient Size
Waste Material Laptop Carriers
The 'ILab Bag' Has a Reversible, Storage-Packed Design
All-Purpose Backpacks
'Wool & Oak' Debuted the 'EVERYDAY BAG' and 'TRAVEL BAG' with Many Features
Backpack-Style Amplifiers
The Conceptual 'BPMP' Backpack Amplifier is Highly Portable
Upcycled Carrying Bags
Targus Unveiled its 'Coastline EcoSmart' Collection at CES 2024
Audio-Elevating Bluetooth Modules
The 'Go' Pods Boost the Quality Of Wireless Music-Listening
Carbonated Beverage Makers
The InFizz Fusion by Breville Adds Bubbles to More Than Just Water
Cardinal Kitchen Appliances
Galanz Debuts a New Kitchen Kettle and Toaster Duo at Costco Stores
Bass-Boosting Bluetooth Speakers
Sony's ULT Power Series Brings Back a Nostalgic Audio
Replaceable Component Power Banks
The Buddie Power Bank Supports Battery Swapping and More
Hybrid Cooler Backpacks
The 'Cooli' is a Canadian Startup Making Hybrid Backpacks for Outdoors
Garment-Inspired Drink Holders
Puffin Drinkware 'The Aloha' Comes in Two Hawaiian-Themed Styles
Chic Convertible Bag Designs
The Flai Switch-A 7 Days Work Bag & 48-Hour Travel Pack is Convenient
Customizable Crossbody Bags
The Killspencer Utility Belt Bag 2.0 Comes in Many Material Options
Multifunctional Charging Cable Banks
Matt Chang Designs the New Portable IVYCable Gen2
Galatic-Inspired Coffee Machines
The DUOBO by LG Labs Extracts Two Coffee Pods Simultaneously
Workstation-Equipped Laptop Bags
The 'Workpod' Mobile Office Briefcase is Durably Designed
Two-in-One Speaker Systems
The One Plus Bluetooth Speaker by Jiayan Li Has Geometric Forms
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
AI-Powered Portable Speakers
The 'VBox' Boombox Utilizes ChatGPT to Help with Musical Exploration
Flying Umbrella Prototypes
This Hands-Free Device Hovers Above You to Protect From the Rain
On-the-Go Wine Accessories
Out of the Woods Presents the Ultimate Wine Bundle
Cassette-Inspired Power Banks
The 'Flashtape' Wireless Magnetic Power Bank Has a Retro Design
Dedicated Tailgating Truck Accessories
The Cache Co. Basecamp System 2.0 Has a Modular Form
Modular Laptop Attachments
The 'EDGE Pro' Brings True Modular Functionality to Any Laptop
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Bluetooth Karaoke Setups
Inbase Debuts an Immersive 'Boom Box' Bluetooth Speaker and Karaoke Mic
Built-In French Door Fridges
Signature Kitchen Suite Designs the 48-inch Built-in French Door
Y2K-Themed Chargeable CD-Player Bags
Coperni Unveils a New Accessory Resembling CD Players
Compact Apple-Compatible Chargers
Stuffcool Introduces a New Charging Bank for Apple Devices
Chic Water Bottle Bags
WanderFull is a Stylish Hydro-Bag for the Consumer on the Go
Performer-Focused Portable Power Stations
UIBI Releases New SoundPower 1200 for Music Performers
Cook-Along Tablet Stands
Twelve South Launches the Second-Generation 'HoverBar Duo'
Newport Bluetooth Bright Speakers
The OC Acoustic Newport Speaker is Designed with a Power Socket
Minimalist Dual-Device Chargers
The CASETiFY PowerThru 2-in-1 Charging Stand Hides Tech Components
Customizable Hard-Sided Travel Cases
ROAM Now Offers Front Pockets as a Customization Request
Briefcase-Compact Office Set-Ups
Worky Designs the Compact and Portable Home Office
Spacious Modular Multifunctional Bags
Harpz Designs the Dynamic Modular SwitchUP Bag
Mint Case-Inspired Keyboards
Flurples Builds the Mint Board Using the Altoids Tin
Eco-Friendly Mobile Accessories
Samsung Unveils its New Eco-Friends Accessory Collection
Artful Colorful Bar Carts
fatboy Unveils a New Vibrant Capsule of the Jolly Trolley
Juxtaposing Modern Streaming Speakers
Tivoli Audio Brings Life Back to the Songbook with Remakes