It's a Bird, It's a Plane ... No, It's a Camera!

Thomas A. Parmalee — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:43:30 -0700

If you see something that looks like four hula hoops attached together with some sort of weird contraption in the middle hovering in the sky, don't automatically assume that it's a UFO.

Sure, the aliens have probably been slowly infiltrating our unsuspecting planet for many years now, but for a moment, put that thought aside. That device you see buzzing about might just be the Aeryon Scout, a new product from Aeryon Labs of Waterloo that is actually a flying camera.

Company Offers Voices from Beyond the Grave

Thomas A. Parmalee — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:12:17 -0700

Graveyards are not what they used to be. The Japanese company Ishinokoe, or "voice of stone," recently announced that it would begin offering tombstones that have a Design QR code, which basically looks like a barcode. When a graveside visitor take a photo of the image with their cell phone, he or she is granted access to a mobile site on the Internet that includes photos, a family history and more.

Coffin Couches Take Resting to New Levels

Thomas A. Parmalee — Mon, 05 May 2008 08:19:52 -0700

Next time you want to take a load off, how about stretching out on a casket that has been converted into a couch?

"Green" Products Get High Marks at New Jersey Expo

Thomas A. Parmalee — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:36:38 -0700

People concerned about the environment turned out in droves for the Global Green Expo, which was held at Liberty State Park in Jersey City from April 25 to April 27 to celebrate Earth Day, and they were met with scores of new, innovative products.

Batteries Not Included? Not a Problem for these "Green" Toys!

Thomas A. Parmalee — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:26:15 -0700

If you have children, you already know: They have boundless amounts of energy. No matter what you do, it cannot be contained, right?

Well, think again.

Zen Design Group, based in Berkley, Mich., is now offering a line of toys that convert children's energy into electricity

Breakthrough Website Taaz.com Offers Makeovers on the Internet!

Thomas A. Parmalee — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:20:32 -0700

If you have ever wondered what you'd look like with a different makeup scheme, a radically different hairstyle or, well, say something a bit more unusual - the creators of Taaz.com can help you.

Vending Machine Doles Out Soda 12 at a Time

Thomas A. Parmalee — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:51:06 -0700

Sometimes, it's the simplest invention ideas that are most successful. Melvin Eaker and Dan Cooper, the founders of E&C Manufacturing, are hoping their Sodamatic Vending Machine will fit into that category.

Instead of dispensing a single can or bottle of soda or water, the vending machine doles out 12 packs. That can come in pretty handy for folks having get togethers or those who just want an ample supply of caffeine or water without having to actually run into a store.

Dislike Burial and Cremation? Try Resomation!

Thomas A. Parmalee — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 11:15:01 -0700

If you are planning on dying - and let's face it, we all are - you might be trying to answer the following question: Burial or cremation? Well, now there is a third option - resomation.

After Death, Take a Trip to the Moon

Thomas A. Parmalee — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:40:28 -0700

If you are looking for a different way to depart this life, perhaps it's time to take a look at Celestis, a Texas company that will begin launching human cremated remains to the surface of the moon by 2009.

Hugs After Death

Thomas A. Parmalee — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 13:03:22 -0700

Have you ever wished that you could hug a loved one - be they your mother, father or even a beloved pet - after they die? Well, now you can.

Stickybot is a Spy in the Sky

Thomas A. Parmalee — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 16:23:04 -0700

The Geico lizard might be nervous as there appears to be a new reptile in town that is aiming to grab some attention.

Well, it's not actually a reptile, to be be honest. And it has nothing to do with car insurance. But it will likely steal some of the thunder away from the amiable reptile that hawks auto insurance. The Pentagon says the robotic lizard could be used to spy on America's enemies.

To Die For ... Star Trek Urns and Baseball Caskets!

Thomas A. Parmalee — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:43:07 -0700

Clint Mytych, chief executive of Eternal Image, wanted to take marketing to the final frontier. So his company designed caskets with team logos of Major League Baseball teams, Star Trek themed urns, Vatican themed merchandise and more.

Pancakes in a Can?

Thomas A. Parmalee — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 14:20:54 -0700

Move over Aunt Jemima. Sean O'Connor and Nate Steck want some elbowroom at the table of pancake innovators.

Got Teens? Then Get Teen Repellent!

Thomas A. Parmalee — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 15:22:15 -0700

Are you getting sick and tired of teenagers congregating around you, your home or just in your general vicinity?

Pet Funeral Directors Await Mini Removal Cot

Thomas A. Parmalee — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 09:18:42 -0700

At the National Funeral Directors Association convention in Las Vegas in October, funeral service practitioners got a firsthand look at a new product that some people thought they'd never see: a pet removal cot.

Get Ready for the Underwater Digital Camera Mask

Thomas A. Parmalee — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:29:57 -0800

Snorkellers everywhere will likely be even more eager than ever to hop into the water this summer when they get a look at a new digital underwater camera mask that is available.

Lose Toto? Who Are You Going to Call?

Thomas A. Parmalee — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 09:19:18 -0800

If you lost your dog or cat, who are you going to call? No, the answer is not Ghostbusters!

Vending Machine Doles Out Marijuana

Thomas A. Parmalee — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 05:48:59 -0800

A new type of vending machine has gotten the attention of federal Drug Enforcement Administration agents.