Tucking a microchip into a beloved pet is now a common form of identification across Europe and America. The tiny electronic tags are inserted into the fold of the neck where they can be accessed by generic scanners to deliver information about owners, treatment history and any other relevant facts. The success of the technology has apparently spurred on some enterprising folk to develop the same thing for ordinary non-living products, which is definitely an interesting and bold extension of the idea.
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Ultrasonic Aromatherapy Clock lulls you to sleep with soothing sounds, smells and sights
Why do we all have so much trouble sleeping? Is it because we’re hyper-wired by the stress of the day? Or is it all the caffeine we ingest at various times? Whatever the reason, what’s good news for the pharmacies is not good news for our bodies, and so anything that promises to help us nod off at bedtimes has got to be a good thing, right?
Read MoreTindie is a DIY hardware hacker hobbyist heaven
What’s really great about teh Internets is how easy it is to get exposure to stuff you wouldn’t usually see. Take the wide world of hardware hacking for instance. Clearly populated by incredibly intelligent beings from a distant galaxy, this community has up to now lurked in hidden basements across the world, dreaming up cool new toys and building stuff…just for a laugh. The problem is, we mere mortals have had no way to interact with these exotic creatures, until…
Read MoreWater Walker Pet Leash is the ultimate accessory for dog lovers
Forget about fancy kennels and heated bed rolls, sometimes it’s the most basic accessory that shows your pooch how much you care. Sure they’ll thank you for lining their playpen with Columbian tree bark, and there’s no question they’ll love the aerated, LED lit sparkling drinking fountain, but deep down they’ll know that you’re not doing everything you can to improve their lives.
Read MoreSuitSuit Cases guarantee that your baggage stands out on the conveyor belt
There are few things more frustrating than arriving home after a long and tiring flight, only to open your suitcase and discover that you picked up the wrong one at the baggage reclaim. It is not just the hassle of schlepping back to the airport to effect a changeover, but the fact that someone’s also been rooting through your dirty undies without permission.
Read MoreElectric Skates lets you clip on, switch on and shoot out
You’ve got to admit one thing, transportation is really going through some big changes right now. The high price of gas, the crowded streets and the proliferation of new technologies is driving a really innovative period in our ability to move from place to place effortlessly. Some of the most interesting stuff we find comes from personal devices like Honda’s UNI-CUB, but there are other examples which are just as interesting.
Read MoreDoro HandlePlus 334 GSM is the anti-smartphone
Not everyone needs a fancy sophisticated smartphone, and in fact for some people all the complexity that comes with tons of buttons, settings and options can make their life a misery. The elderly and physically and mentally disadvantaged people come to mind in this regard. For these and others who would like a simpler life, there are alternatives. The Swedish company Doro, for example, do a special line of products which have simplicity as their aim, and they do their…
Read MoreParamount Eiffel Tower 1892 Phone brings a touch of retro style to your life
What is it about the past that fascinates us? Is it the fact that men all seemed to wear hats? Or the idea that life was simpler then, with no complicated taxes or television schedules? Whatever the reason, there’s no doubt that retro – or reproduction as it’s known in the trade – is something that will never go out of fashion.
Read MoreThe amazing Insteon LED Bulb is the world’s smartest lightbulb
Well it had to happen. We’ve got smartphones, smart cars, smart cards and now, thanks to the wonders of modern science and technology, we have a new addition to the genre �� smart bulbs. What does that mean? Well for one thing you’ll never have to worry about fiddling around trying to get your room lit properly again.
Read MoreWooden Chopper Motorbike is guaranteed to confuse the local squirrels
Question: What’s made out of black locust wood and animal horn, stores gas in a barrel and has a set of deer antlers for handlebars? Answer: Istvan Puskas’ glorious hand-made wooden chopper motorbike. The Hungarian master carver has gone the whole 9 yards with this beauty. Lurking inside that intricately constructed frame is a regular Fiat car engine, chopped and squeezed into place. There’s no word on how comfortable the thing is to ride, or how fast it goes, but…
Read MoreKuchofuku Air Conditioned Cooling Shirt keeps you smiling while the temperature soars
Summer sunshine is wonderful, especially if you’re used to living in some damp, dingy city where winter sits on your head like a wet bathrobe. But there is a downside to too much sun, and we don’t just mean the melting ice-cream or damp patches on the back of your pants. Having to work in extremely hot temperatures is enough to make the toughest dude wilt under pressure, and so it’s good to know there are options.
Read MoreRugged Shockproof Waterproof Portable Battery is perfect for some extreme activity
It’s probably a sign of the times, but we’re noticing more and more products which are designed to withstand extra rough handling. What the heck is that all about? Are we flinging ourselves off mountains more frequently? Or abseiling recklessly from extremely tall buildings? There must be some reason why these companies want to sell us tough, macho products such as phones, cameras and the like.
Read MoreEarthCalm Omega Electromagnetic Protection Stick keeps you safe and saves tinfoil
There’s no doubt that we live in a world awash with radiation. Not just naturally occurring stuff like UV and microwaves, but also the man-made type that comes from all this industrialization and wireless technology. With the average smartphone holding upwards of a dozen radios, it’s hardly surprising to find that some people are starting to feel a little sensitive to all the EMF (electro-magnetic fields) floating around.
Read MoreHose Reel Outdoor Hidden Camera protects your home from predators and fluffy squirrels
There are garden accessories and then there are garden accessories, know what we mean? You can buy exotic stuff like fountains with glowing light shows and leaping dolphins, or you can invest in a couple of simple traditional garden gnomes. Your call. But if you really want to combine maximum security with utility, then this device takes the cake.
Read MoreUSB Visible Light Charger Cable shows how well your device is charging at a glance
No matter which way you dice it, charging our smartphones, music players and other portable devices can be a right royal pain. It’s not just the hassle of having to carry around the right cable for the right device – thank goodness microUSB is becoming more of a standard – but also the guesswork as to how the charge is progressing.
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