It's never easy being apart from the person you love, but thanks to these long-distance relationship inventions, that distance can feel significantly smaller. Romantics would say there is no better use for technology than to make you feel close to the person you miss most.
Some of the pieces are pretty hilarious, like the long-distance kissing egg that mimics one another's smooching style. Others, like the TapTap bracelet allowing you to send signals to your distant lover that you're thinking about them, are sentimental.
The most discussion-worthy pieces among these long-distance relationship inventions are the numerous shared adult toys. Featuring everything from a molding feature to ensure realism (literally the most personal customization ever), to real-time interactive toys, the creativity of these pieces cannot be denied.
19 Long-Distance Relationship-Aiding Inventions
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Touch-Connecting Bracelets
The Tactilu Helps Long Distance Couples Touch Each Other
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Long Distance Intimacy Toys
LovePalz Boasts Motion Sensor Tech for Cross Continental Couples
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Internet-Enabled Vibrator
For Long Distance Loving
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Long-Distance Relationship Apps
The Avocado App Keeps Long-Distance Relationships Blooming
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Virtual Foreplay
Mutsugoto Enables Long-Distance Intimacy Via Digital Rings
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Long-Distance Kissing Prototypes
The Kissinger is a Virtual Intimacy Tool
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Hi-Tech Friendship Bracelets
Bond by Kwamecorp Keeps Long Distance Relationships Connected
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Dual Clock Timepieces
The Long Distance Watch by Kitmen Keung is Sophisticated and Practical
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Long Distance Networked Lighting
The Good Night Lamp Keeps Loved Ones Connected Remotely
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Virtual Caressing Accessories
The RingU Hug Ring is Lovely Valentine's Day Jewelry
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E-Kissing
The University of Electro-Communications Designs Long-Distance Smooching Machine
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Customizable Long Distance Mugs
The State Heart Mugs are Perfect for Long Distance Relationships
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Landline Endangerment
People Ditch Landlines for Mobiles and Alternatives
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Long-Distance Endearment Posters
The 'I Love You From Here To London' Print Professes Passion
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Sentiment-Sending Illuminators
The Aura Lamp by Christian Sallustro Communicates Feelings
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Long-Distance Gift Apps
Jifiti Lets Users Scan Physical Barcodes and Send Voucher Gifts
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Phenomenal Free Calling Apps
Voxtrot App Makes Adding Contacts a Thing of the Past
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Vibrating Undergarment Apps
Durex Fundawear Helps Couples Regain the Sense of Touch While Apart
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Web-Enabled Adult Toys (UPDATE)
LovePalz Bridges the Gap Between Long-Distance Couples
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AI-Powered Bedside Massage Robots
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Mature Sex Toy Designs
Salomé Bazin & Giulia Tomasello Designa Sex Toy for Older Women
Accessible Home Device Series
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AI-Powered Tracking Lamps
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Empowering Walking Sticks
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Relaxing Smartphone Chargers
The Conceptual 'Stem' Wireless Charger Lamp by Ugly Duckling is Chic
Next-Gen Home Communications Solutions
The Concept T Project Imagines the Future of Communication
Screenless Learning Wands
The Kinoo Magic Wand is for Independent & Family Play
Interactive ASMR Nightstand Devices
The 'Ponpo' ASMR Device Supports Restful Sleep Patterns
Glowing Power-Free Lamp Designs
The 'NISSHOKU' Lamp is Cordless Yet Battery-Free
Comforting Ketchup Bottles
Heinz Created a Take-Anywhere Emotional Support Ketchup Bottle
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
AI-Fueled Smartwatch Concepts
Rabbit Joins Teenage Engineering on the R1 Smartwatch Design
Emergency Shelter Robot Companions
The 'POWER HUG' Robot Concept Offers Warmth and Comfort
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
Aromatic Time-Tracking Mood Lights
The 'Focus' Aroma Diffuser Mood Lamp Helps with Focus
Connected Off-Grid Walkie-Talkies
The 'LITO' Walkie-Talkie Works with Bluetooth Earbuds and More
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Cutesy Anime Travel Products
The Pokémon Travel Gear from Village Vanguard is Comforting
Telescoping Component Kitchen Appliances
The Hybrid Kitchen Aid by Rishikesh Sonawane is Intuitive
Sensory Relaxation Smart Lights
The Conceptual 'Idiya' Smart Lamp Soothes the Senses
Malleable Connected Illuminators
The Conceptual Pofu Lamp Encourages Interaction
Smart Home-Controlling Rings
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Phygital To-Do List Devices
The Conceptual 'PRESS' Task Device Helps Users Focus
Wireless Solar-Powered Lights
Lund University Students Explore the Benefits of Solar Power
Advanced Video Call Prototypes
Logitech Unveils 'Pepper's Ghost' Booths for Immersive Video Calls
Hug-Activated Marketing Machines
UNIQLO France and The Pull Launch the Hug to Unlock Ad
Digitized Gas Lamp Lanterns
The Conceptual 'AUGE' Camping Lantern Modernizes a Classic
Connected Lamp-Style Projectors
The 'Light House' Projector Concept by Gyung Min Lee is Immersive
Undefined Relationship Candies
Sweethearts Created Situationships Conversation Hearts for Gen Z
Interactive Handheld Pet Games
Bandai Namco Launches the New Tamagotchi Uni Device and "Tamaverse"
AI Pickup Line Generators
This Tool Uses Artificial Intelligence to Start Romantic Conversations
Multisensory Oven Playsets
Cookeez Makery Helps Kids Create a Sweetly Scented Best Friend
Virtual Pet Wearables
Tamagotchi Uni is Super Customizable, Portable and Socially Connected
Daylight-Mimicking Floor Lamps
The Brighter Floor Lamp Delivers 50,000 Lumens
AI-Assisted Ceiling Lights
Mati Papalini and Marko Filipic Design an AI-Assisted Lamp
Taco-Shaped Translation Devices
This Conceptual Taco Translation Device by Taewan Kim is Playful
Intentional Disconnection Device Chargers
The Conceptual 'Share Power' Prevents Bedtime Use
Colourful Ambient Lamp Designs
The Neon Crystal Cube by ZK Wong Combines Art and Utility
Anti-Distraction Communication Devices
The 'Beepberry' Only Works with the Beeper App
Heartbeat-Mimicking Jewelry
TheTouch Locket Lets a Person Share Their Heartbeat with a Loved One
Touch-Reactive VR Experiences
Presence In Bed by Annabelle Schneider Blurs Phygital Worlds
AR Bracelet Billboards
This Tiffany Lock Bracelet Billboard Virtually Unboxes Itself
Sensory Immersion Tools
Lifelines Activate the Body's Natural Stress Relivers
Retro App-Controlled Lava Lamps
Johnny Betz's Barava is Sure to Induce Nostalgia in Individuals
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
AI-Generated Lighting Tech
Lepro's LightGPM Smart Lights Adapt to Commands and Emotions
Flame-Free Candle Warmers
The Retro Candle Warmer Lamp Doubles the Life of Candles
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
Multifunctional Camper Lantern Devices
The 'CAHEO' Camping Lantern Has a Four-in-One Design
Inclusive Tinder Features
Tinder Launches New Profile Features to Support Authentic Connections
Multifunctional Desk Lamps
The Boring Lamp Provides Ambient or Targeted Light on a Desk
Sex Toy-Resembling Wooden Tools
Craig Green Designs the Unique Jumbo Wooden Tools
Reimagined Curiously Functional Products
The New DIDIM Design Series Honors Everyday Objects
Interactive Pixel Plushies
Eolo Toys' Pixel Hugs are Cuddly Plushes Enhanced with Tech Features
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
AI Avatar Dating Apps
The Snack App Allow Users to Turn Themselves into an AI Version
Smart Indoor Cameras
EZVIZ C6 is the Perfect Camera to Keep a Watchful Eye on Your Pets
Color-Matching Night Lights
The Angelcare Magical Dreams Lumicolor Bear Night is Interactive
Sophisticated Productivity Desk Lamps
The BenQ MindDuo 2 Table Lamp Has a Child-Friendly Design
Intimate Advent Calendars
The Lovehoney Sex Toy Advent Calendars Come in Several Options
Transformative Intimate Lifestyle Products
LELO Transforms The Feel and Function of Massages
Digital Pet-Inspired Streetwear
The BAPE x Tamagotchi Collab Delivers Nostalgia with Style
Pop-Up Reading Light Lamps
The Nightside NS01 Personal Task Lamp Has a Patented Design
Romantic Modern Lighting Sources
Graypants Designs the New Wick S Evening Light Source
Contemporary Home Theatre Projectors
XGIMI Designs the New Magic Lamp with Built-In Streaming
Wrist-Worn Smartphone Holders
The 'MATCH' Phone Holder Keeps Devices Literally on Hand
Space-Saving Desk Lamps
Joonyeol Bae Designs the Playful and Minimalist Light-Up Desk Lamp
Multifunctional C-Shaped Illuminators
The Conceptual 'C-lamp' Can Be Placed on a Surface or Hung
Storytelling Projector Toys
Moonlite Projects Stories With Added Music and Sounds
AI-Powered Nap Timers
The Somvai Napping Device Uses Radar to Track Movement and Breathing
Cylindrical Magnetic Tripod Lanterns
The SinHanker Telescopic Lantern Works in a Variety of Ways
Hug-Simulating Pajamas
Jim Beam's Limited-Edition Pajama Sets Have a Built-In "Hug Simulator"
Emotive Smartphone Camera Covers
Yifan Hu Designs the Emoji-Inspired Smartphone Accessories
Pet-Carrying Walking Aids
Feng Chang's Walking Aid Innovation Embraces Companionship
Cup-Integrated Plates
Pairingware Solves the Struggle of Eating and Drinking with One Hand
Timber Tech-Packed Dolls
These teenage engineering Wooden Dolls Come in Eight Varieties
Built-In AI Camera Lamps
Xiaomi Launched Its New MIJIA Pipi Lamp with a Built-In AI Camera
Japanese Lantern-Inspired Lamps
Eilsa Ossino Designs the Madco Table Lamo for Ambientec
Eclipse-Inspired Whimsical Pendant Lamps
Maro Designs the Otherworldly Space Traveler Lamp
Spatial Video Communication Devices
Wehead, Shown at CES 2023, Lets Users Look Around Remotely
Kid-Friendly Telescopes
The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Telescope Shares Images Taken by NASA
Extending Illuminator Camping Lanterns
The 'Fezoom' Outdoor Camping Lantern Works in Multiple Ways
Loneliness-Combating AI Teddy Bears
Adults are Turning to AI Friend Chatbots for Loneliness
Rope-Hanging Nomadic Portable Lamps
Samy Rhio and Petite Friture Join Forces on the Quesar Lamp
Elderly Monitoring Smart lamps
The AI Nobi Smart Lamp is Designed with Safety Features
Anti-Late Night Texting Tools
HOP WTR Debuts the DNT TXT lockbox to Prevent Impulsive Texting
Future-Facing Charging Concepts
These Wireless Charger Concepts Imagine a True Wire-Free Future
Sleep-Tracking Home Appliances
LG and Asleep Join Forces on a Range of Smart Home Technology
Wireless Tongue-Operated Trackpads
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Tech-Enhanced Beaded Bracelets
Soulstones Help People Make Connections and Memories
Origami-Inspired Cubic Lamps
Alice Chun Designs the MEGAPUFF Lamp with Portable Features
Remote Caregiver Kits
The Essential Care Kit Assists Caregivers with Next-Gen Technology
Pet-Monitoring Activity Trackers
Zeynep Emiroğlu Designs the Pawmate Beacon Collar Concept
Mixed-Reality Bedtime Apps
Pillow is a Mixed-Reality App for Quest That Supports Relaxation in Bed
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Telescoping Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The ELO Vagabond Works with Android and iOS Devices
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Inflatable Colorful Lamps
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Date Planning Apps
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Music-Sharing Transmitted Speakers
Zhujun Pang Designs the SoundMotion Speaker Connecting Peers
Miniature Haptic Communicators
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Distraction-Free Mobile Devices
The pgLang Light Phone II Encourages Mindful Communication
Warm LED Artful Lamps
Fatboy Unveils its New Bellboy Table Lamp with Adjustable Light
Flying Umbrella Prototypes
This Hands-Free Device Hovers Above You to Protect From the Rain
Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks
These Children's Socks Add a Touch of Whimsy to the Everyday Item
Ambient Aesthetically Pleasing Lights
The Pofu Lamp Adds a Calming Mood to Any Space
Artificial Insemination Sexual Toys
Juliane Kühr Designs the Vruit Kit with Conception Assistance
Healthy Relationship-Focused Apps
The Official App Helps One Maintain Healthy Romantic Relations
Breakneck Wireless Connection Technologies
Huawei's 'Nearlink' Offers High Speed & Low Latency
Hands-Free Communication Devices
Milo is an Adventure-Friendly Walkie Talkie for the Outdoors
Multifunctional Sleek Desk Lamps
The Boring Lamp is Designed with a Power Source Function
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Vintage Projector Puzzle Kits
The LEGO Magic Lantern by Norders is a Functional Projector
Safe Play-Training Kids Toys
The TouchNot Ensures Children are Not Playing with Fragile Devices
Socially Adept Gaming Robots
This Robot Offers Companionship & Conversation to Lonely Gamers
Relationship-Rating Couples Apps
The 'Kuziu' App Helps Couples Strengthen Their Bond
Smart Fidget Toys
TapTap is for Ages Five to 105 and It Offers Benefits for All
Companionship-Focused Startups
'Papa' Launched 'Papa Pals' to Connect Elderly People with Students
Smart Fairy Lights
Globe Electric's Smart Fairy Lights Elevate Any Room
Projecting Patterned Digital Lamps
JOANN and Singer Join Forces on the Ditto Digital Lamp
Language-Assistance Travel Devices
Fluentalk T1 Allows Users to Travel with Ease Despite Language
Smell-Oriented Virtual Masks
The City University of Hong Kong Designs a Wearable Smelling Gadget
Simulated Heartbeat Necklaces
Bond Heart is a Haptic Charm That Shares the Feel of a Beating Heart
Relationship-Strengthening Dating Ideas
Perfect Dates is an App Inspiring Stronger Bonds
Mist-Making Genie Toys
Moose Toys' Magic Mixies Magic Lamp Inspires Magical Wish-Making
Lube-Warming Devices
Pulse's Holiday Bundle Includes a Warmer and a Pods Travel Kit
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Distraction-Free Dating Guides
Hinge Debuted a New Guide to Minimize Distractions While Dating
Childhood Memory Capturing Apps
Dear Little One Allows Parents to Record Messages for Their Child
Sculptural Hand-Blown Table Lamps
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Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Human Physio-Themed Lamps
Taras Yoom Designs the Dif Lamp with Physiological Themes
Milestone-Marking Relationship Maps
Lovecation Moments is the Perfect Valentine's Day Gift
Removable Illuminator Lamp Designs
The Frandsen Grasp Lamps by Thomas Albertsen are Charming
Remote Worker Networking Apps
Midstay is an App for Remote Workers to Connect
Musical Relationship Compatibility Testers
Lovebird Takes a Funky Approach to Relationship Testing
Romantic Date Night Questionnaires
LLV: Date Night Questions Poses a More Engaging Date Activity
AI Love Letters
LoveLeetr Uses AI to Produce Sentimental Messages