Nobody likes to be stolen from and there are many theft innovations to assist with that problem. For the thief, they want a quick and clean getaway and there are many theft innovations to assist with that problem.
Either way, somebody always loses when it comes to stealing and whether it comes in the form sticky pad doormats or burglars in drag, these 25 theft innovations are only going to help one side of the equation.
25 Theft Innovations
Those Pesky Burglars, from Bank Robber Fashion to Exploding Bike Locks:
Andrew Robichaud — Aug 12, 2009 — Tech
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Anti-Theft Lunch Bags
Fake Mold Sherwood Forlee Plastic Bags
23
Police Get GPS Darts
Sci-Fi Cops and Robbers
22
Anti-Theft Bike Designs
Innovative Ways to Keep Your Bicycle Safe, Indoors and Out
21
Beach Safes
Anti-Theft Gigga Clam Keeps Belongings Like Sunglasses Safe
20
Social Media Crime Stoppers
Audrina Patridge Asks For Your Help With Her Burglary Video
19
Theft-Proof Bicycles
Freelock Self-Locking Two-Wheeler Prevents Burglary
18
Tesla Theft Protection
Cloak Your Car in a Lightning Bolt
17
Anti-Theft Coffee Cups
The Plug Mug Gets Rid of Java Bandits
16
Bank Robber Fashion
The Mask as Accessory
15
Petty Celebrity Theft (as Advertising)
David Beckham Pulls a Britney?
14
Paranoia Theftvertising
'Unmask the Truth' Implies Everyone's a Crook
13
Abetting Crimes on Craigslist
Thief Recruited Unspecting Decoys Online
12
Anti-Identity Theft Wallets
Stainless Steel Wallet Keeps Your Money Safe
11
Anti-Theft Umbrellas
Mac Funamizu Ensures the Shacklie Will Not Be Stolen
10
Transsexual & Theft Scarevertising
‘Alfer GPS Sale' and Installation' Ads
9
Rockstar Stage Thefts
REM Guitar Stolen
8
Thief Photo Posting
'GadgetTrak' Locates Stolen Technology and Shows the Culprit
7
Thieves Dressed in Drag
Gender-Bending Harry Winston Jewelry Heist
6
Sneaky Safety Drawers
Anti-Theft Box Confuses Thiefs and Owners With Arrows
5
Exploding Bike Locks
The Smart Lock Sprays Paint on Thieves
4
Criminal Catching Doormats
The Anti-Burglar Mats Traps Thieves on the Way Out
3
Forgiving Thieves
MTV Ad Shows Us That Stealing From Little Old Ladies Is Okay
2
Doormats to Enable Burglars
'Key Hidden Here' Mat Reveals Classic Hiding Spots
1
Hawaiian Shirted Burglars
Jewel Thieves Yearn for Attention Through Vibrant Outfits
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Playfully Serious Designs
Nik Bentel Studio Pivots from the Whimsical to the Playfully Serious
Intuitive Access Smart Locks
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Marathon-Inspired NYC Pop-Ups
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Biometric Authentication Smart Locks
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80s Era Clock Collections
The Braun x NEIGHBORHOOD Clock Collection Revives Classic Products
Crime-Inspired Beauty Mockumentaries
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Sleek Multifuntional Lifestyle Bags
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10-in-One Tracker-Friendly Multitools
This ATECH AirTag Multitool is Made Out of Stainless Steel
Multifunctional Smart Door Locks
The Lockin Veno Pro Has a Video Camera, Palm Recognition and More
Easter Lock Boxes
Aldi Launched a Solution to Deter Parents from Eating Easter Treats for Kids
Gaming-Inspired Eyewear
Oakley x 100 Thieves Second Collection Merges Optics with Gaming Culture
Solar-Powered Power Bank Wallets
The Panak Power Bank is MagSafe-Compatible and Anti-RFID
Transforming Smart Bouncers
Elvie Rise, Launched at CES 2025, Goes from Baby Bouncer to Bassinet
Analog Creativity-Inspired Installations
Moleskine Presents 'Unleash Your Genius' at BASE Milano
Halloween Essentials Campaigns
IKEA Turns Home Essentials into Shields for Scary-Movie Nights
Sneaker Tag-Inspired Car Keys
Nissan's Kicks Key Merges Auto Technology with Streetwear Culture
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Shelf-Friendly Book Nook Sets
Yanko Design Spotlights LEGO Sherlock Holmes Book Nook by LEGO
Analog Punch-Code Lockers
Streamlight Released the Portable EDC 'SpeedLocker' Case
AI-Powered Recycling Systems
The Conceptual 'Binko' Recycling Machine Automates Sorting
Marathon Running Brand Pop-Ups
Bandit Running is Launching Its Boston Marathon Pop-Up
Connected Luggage Tags
The Knog Scout Travel is Compatible with Apple Find My
Sustainable Plastic Power Banks
The 'Fleck' Power Bank Concept by Ujwal I.K. is Stylish
Industrial-Style Jewelry Collections
IKEA Singapore's ALLËNKI Turns a Tool into a Style Statement
Cubic Industrial Phone Models
This Minimalist Phone Concept by Keziah Mendjisky is Utilitarian
Minimalist Co-Branded Mobile Devices
Heineken and Bodega Introduced the Boring Phone
Brighton Retail Launch Ads
IKEA Brighton Uses Seagull Splatter Campaign to Win Local Attention
Durable Item-Tracking Accessories
Motorola Boasts the moto tag 2 at Ces 2026
Unexpected Boundary-Pushing Chairs
Marco Segovia Presents the Atypical Chair Concept
Office-Friendly Smart Locker Systems
The gumpo Lockers are Built with the Office in Mind
Trackable Magnet Smartphone Wallets
This MOFT MagSafe Wallet Stand Comes in at 0.25-Inches Thick
Performance Clog Innovations
Blundstone Transforms Industrial Heritage into Modern Comfort Design
Limited Collaborative Streetwear
HIDDEN.NY x UGG Classic Boot Becomes Prize in Citywide Contest
Playful Hotel Campaigns
BWH Hotels Launches a Campaign to Reclaim Stolen Treasures
Senior Living Innovation Hubs
The AGE-WELL Innovation Studio Highlights Age-in-Place Solutions
Anti-Theft Chocolate Bars
Hershey Collaborated with ADT to Create "Unstealable" Chocolate Bars
Home Maintenance Toolkits
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Utility Street Fashion Capsule
CLOT x Neighborhood Collection Delivers Moto Inspired Pieces
Modular Multi-Blade EDC Tools
The Ti-Ally Kit Has a 12-in-One Design
Durable Versatile Bags
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Award-Winning Smart Locks
Lockin Technology Has Introduced the V7 Max Smart Lock
Wearable Monitoring Technology
Talitrix Designs the T-Band to Push Boundaries in Monitoring
Functional Household Product Concepts
Dami Seo Designs the Soom Concept for Household Items
Brick-Inspired Street Jackets
Nike × Lego Jacket Blends Playful Graphics with Utility Design
Beer-Brand Holiday Campaigns
Natural Light Beer Introduces its Garageflage Line
Anti-Phone Theft Festival Pins
The Tim Block Pin Gives Festival-Goers Peace of Mind
Omni-Compatible Smart Home Devices
The Latest IKEA Smart Home Range Has 21 Low-Cost Products
Matching Chocolate Lockets
The Ghirardelli Chocolocket Reimagines Valentine's Day to Honor Pairs
Artful Bandage Collections
The Met x BAND-AID Collaboration Shares Exclusive First-Aid Products
Minimal Sleek Rubberized Clocks
DesignWright Designs the Minimal Flip Alarm Clock
Pet-Protecting Holiday Insurance
Figo Pet Insurance Unveiled Thanksgiving Counter Surf Insurance
Groundbreaking Swimwear Constructions
onewith is Fundamentally Reimagining Swimsuit Design
Conceptual Memory-Themed Fashion
Paranoid FW25 Explores Identity Through Nostalgia and Nature
Friendly Efficient Delivery Robots
The Conceptual 'PAT' Autonomous Delivery Robot is Reliable
Low-Cost Subscription-Free Item Trackers
The Keepy Lost and Found ID Tag Uses No Batteries or Apps
Ultra-Durable Residential Safe Lines
Brown Safe Manufacturing Emphasizes Durability and Elegance
Female-Focused Smart Wallet Solutions
iWallet Corporation Announces the iClutch Smart Wallet
Modular Keyboard Laptop Concepts
The Conceptual Inventec VeilBook Maximizes Productivity
Welcome Gift Design Kits
Earth’s Hatch Kit Reimagines a Welcome Gift with Practical Home Tools
Compact Key-Fob Consoles
The Playfob Reimagines Car Access as an Adorable Handheld Gaming
Shape-Preserving Shoe Guards
Crep Protect Offers Up its New Sneaker Guards to Prevent Creasing
Fake ATM Pop-Ups
The FCA;s Mysterious ATM Promising Fortune Provides Investment Scam Warnings
Charitable Mental Wellbeing-Promoting Sweatshirts
Grey Bandit Debuts 'Progression Over Perfection'
Soundless Doorbell Concepts
The Silent Doorbell Concept Replaces Noise with Light as Home Alerts
Adaptable Key Lock Designs
Schlage Debuts Its Impressive Advanced Rekey™ Solution
Bluetooth Finder Tags
Rolling Square Introduced the AirCard Pro and AirNotch Pro
Seasonal Change Spring Fashion
Hiking Patrol Introduces the Transition Collection for SS25
Stealthy Smart Garden Systems
Bird Buddy Creates the Wonder Blocks for Backyards
Mod-Ready Pocket Knives
The Vosteed Vombat Elevates Customization with M390 Steel Performance
Connected Industrial Key Organizers
The Journey LOC8 MOTION Key Organizer is Convenient
Cut-Out Easter Treat Disguises
Cadbury Created Print Ads That Hide Easter Eggs as Everyday Items
Stylishly Durable Item Trackers
The Latest Pebblebee Trackers Include the Clip 5 and Card 5
DIY Home-Centric Intricate Toolkits
Lainy Hedaya Hoffstein Designs the TINKR Toolkit
Technologically-Driven Rodent Traps
Thanos Home Launches the All-New MK47 Rodent Trap
Family-Centric Animated Films
The Sneaks Movie is an Animated Feature Honoring Sneaker Culture
Automotive Digital Key Enhancements
Bluetooth® Channel Sounding May Have Implications for Autos
Branded Marathon Pop-Up Experiences
Bandit Boasts a Los Angeles Marathon 2026 Pop-Up Experience
Compact Key Organizers
The miniki Key Organizer Adds Color and Convenience to Your Edc
Anti-Connectivity Smartphone Cases
The SLNT Faraday Phone Sleeve Blocks All Connectivity
Location-Aware Security Features
Revolut Street Mode Combats Phone-Snatching & Transfer Mugging
Auto-Inspired Online Marketplaces
Goodyear's The Vault is Sure to Excite Auto Enthusiasts
Rebellious Valentine's Day Wines
19 Crimes Valentine's Bottles are Limited-Edition
Accessory Brand London Expansions
Topologie Opens Up a London Store Nestled in Shoreditch
Custom Adaptive Slipper Designs
Swapz Modular Slippers Redefine Comfort with Style & Eco Design
Wacky Design Smartphones
Nothing, Motorola, and Others Embrace Playful Phone Experimentation
Convenience-Focused Rotating Shoe Racks
Loft and Ivy Boasts the SoleSavvy 360° Rotating Shoe Rack
Adventurous Vehicle Organization Kits
Onwrd Modular Vehicle Organization Systems are Handy
Branded Tool Bar Designs
Natural Light's ToolBar Pays Homage to DIY Dads
RFID-Embedded Sleeve Labels
Sleever and Avery Dennison Introduced Inventra at Paris Packaging Week
Sculptural Surveillance Concepts
Swift Creatives' Sculptural Surveillance Blends as Garden Devices
Magnetic Couples Socks
Adorable Socks That Connect with Magnetic Arms
Custom-Milled Canvas Pants
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Water Leak Detection Technologies
ZoJacks Boasts a System for Preventing Property Water Damage
Smart Locker Network Expansions
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Sophisticated Belt Bags
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Suede-Like Automotive Lining Wallets
The MVST RFID-Blocking Alcantara Slim Wallet is Chic
Compact Urban Residences
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Nanotechnology-Enhanced Watch Protectors
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Solar-Powered Smart Parcel Lockers
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Personal Cubicle Concepts
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Experiential Sock Pop-Ups
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Smartphone Detox Lockboxes
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Social Good Clothing Campaigns
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Embedded Safety Networks
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Enhanced Android Security Features
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Modern Locker Designs
Mustard Made Reintroduces the Skinny and the Shorty Lockers
Automotive Accessory Launches
Go Industries Introduced Enhanced Vehicle Protection Systems
Stylish Shopping Trolleys
Roulette Carts Transforms Grocery Shopping with Designer-Like Trolleys
Hidden Resort Homes
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Folding Smart Helmet Designs
The Woolf Smart Folding Helmet is Met with Significant Interest
Auto-Centric Short Films
BMW’s 'Relax. We Care.' Campaign Turns Chaos into a Cinematic Ride
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Scam Awareness Advent Calendars
NatWest's Scamvent Calendar Exposes Common Seasonal Scams
Soft Brutalist Door Hardware
Schlage Debuts the Aspect, Part of Pin & Tumbler A Studio by Schlage
Professional-Grade Luxury Care Products
FASHIONPHILE Launched the Investment Protection Collection
Hack-Proof Authentication Chips
Veritas Announces Hack-Proof Chip To Verify Luxury Goods
High-Tech Residential Security Systems
The Next Gen Smart Lock Boasts Biometric Authentication
Warming Body Lotions
BodyCoat Offers Temporary Warmth to Style-Conscious Consumers
Residential Property Fraud Tools
DomiDocs Released the HomeLock™ 3.0+AI to Protect from Fraud
Sleek Office Storages
gumpo Introduces the RFID Locker System with Seamless Functionality
Adaptive Walking Aids
The Roami Walking Aid Adjusts Between Flat Land, Stairs, and Slopes
Canadian Safe Manufacturers
INKAS Safes is a Prominent Force in the International Security Market
Stealthy Rugged Textural Loafers
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DIY Home Maintenance Toolkits
TINKR Launches at Target with Smart DIY Kits for Everyday Living
Cellular Transport Freeze Techniques
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Household Expense Ads
BBDO Bangkok Launches 'Don’t Lose What AI Can Save' for Samsung
Tooth-Shaped Active Doorbell Concepts
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Tote-to-Crossbody Clamps
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Durable Modern Mailboxes
Adoorn's Non-Locking Mailbox Boosts Curb Appeal & Convenience
Specialized Jobsite Storage Padlocks
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Courtyard Rental Conversions
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Reworked Steel Forms
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Mailbox-Shaped Scanner Printers
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Vehicle Security Ranges
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Distraction Blocking Tools
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Distraction-Free Alarm Clock Concepts
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Home Organization Tracking
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Voice Access Systems
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