Invention

EcoStrip Promises to Save Electricity Wasted by "Vampire Electronics"

by Amanda Hinski

The USB EcoStrip 2.0 promises to conserve energy in your home by eliminating standby power electricity that some devices suck up even when they're turned off. Without the drawbacks similar products are prone to, this device could potentially save our country billions of dollars as well as from harmful CO₂ emissions.

Let The Wireless MP3 Sound Pillow Lull You Off To Sleep

by Kim Patterson

If you are among those who are lulled to sleep by background music or peaceful sounds then the MP3/iPod Wireless Sound Pillow could be your new best friend. Instead of having music playing somewhere in your bedroom, you can have the sound coming softly through your pillow via a wireless connection with your iPod, iPhone or other sound source.

3 comments

TrendHunter's Top 10 Eco Trends of November

by Amanda Hinski

TrendHunter.com has released their "Top 50 Eco Trends of November 2010." I'm proud to present to you a more in-depth look at the innovations and inventions that made the list's top 10. From trash villages to underwater, life-like structures, there's sure to be something on this list for the nature lover in us all.

2 comments

Kompakt Carrier Delivers Big Potential

by Doug Bonderud

Designer Jane Loniak has created the Kompakt carrier – a “no passenger” carrying vehicle that can help tote just about anything a user has in mind.

1 comment

Cricut Cake Makes You Look Like A Decorator Extraordinaire

by Kim Patterson

If you know someone who loves cake decorating, or happen to be someone like this, you should check out the Cricut Cake. This fancy shape cutter looks like a printer that you would use with your home computer. Instead of printing designs though, it cuts them out.

1 comment

Make Your Own Fun Gifts With A Bath Bomb Maker

by Kim Patterson

If you are a bit of a bath bomb junkie you may want to invest in your own Bath Bomb Maker from Japan Trend Shop instead. This fun gadget allows you to craft your own spherical bombs in a few easy steps.

3 comments

Are Your Dogs Laughing Their Tails Off?

by Lady Bee

One thing that hasn't come along in a long time is a novel leash, but this fuzzy little collar-hooker is not just a new leash, but a leash that's Laughing My Tail Off!

All The News That's Fit To Touch - Murdoch & Jobs Join Forces

All The News That's Fit To Touch - The Launch Of The Daily!

by Ron Callari

In the last year, a good number of legacy newspapers have adapted to digital distribution channels, namely the iPad. Most recently the Washington Post joined the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The Financial Times and the New York Times. But like an old habit that's hard to quit, they all maintained a printed version of the paper.

Let It Snow...Or Not: With The Year Round Sled It Doesn't Matter

by Kim Patterson

Maybe you have been promising your kids a day of sledding fun as soon as it snows, but the white stuff just hasn’t cooperated yet. Maybe you live somewhere that just doesn’t get any snow, but your kids have always wished that they could go sledding. The Year Round Sled is perfect for such circumstances.

MilkMate Easily Converts Round Cup Holders For Square Cartons

by Kim Patterson

Conventional cup holders do not always accommodate beverage containers that have a square or rectangular bottom. Cartons of milk and drink boxes usually do not fit well in them. Parents are well aware of this problem, as these are the types of drinks that they often pick up for their kids.

1 comment

Does The Social Media WUPHF.com Start-Up Have Merit?

Does the Social Media WUPHF Start-Up Have Merit?

by Ron Callari

When the fictional desk jockeys at Dunder Mifflin on the TV show The Office start moonlighting on a Web 2.0 start-up, the mayhem and laughs that follow at first glance seem to overshadow the potential business model they are lampooning. Because if one were to look closer at the premise for temp Ryan Howard's social network idea, you might see its merit.

The Kee4 Keyboard - Computing's Future At Your Fingertips

by Doug Bonderud

If you're looking for the key to mobile computing, look no further than the Kee4 Keyboard - a one-handed, four-button creation that can do pretty much anything we do now with our giant plastic monstrosities.

2 comments

BMR Face Offers An At Home Facelift

by Kim Patterson

The war against aging continues...well, the one against looking old that is. There seem to be a lot of at home anti-aging gadgets coming out lately. One of the new home devices is the BMR Face.

The Tesco Plant Perf Maintains Produce Freshness Naturally

by Kim Patterson

By the time you get produce home from the store it has often lost what little flavor and nutrition it originally had. Maybe things do not always have to be this way though. Tesco has developed a concept for a plant perfusion (or ‘plant perf’) system that will allow cut plants of any kind to get the nutrients they need on their way to the store.

Social Media Video Chat Advances With Web Site Widgets & Enhanced Security

by Ron Callari

Chatroulette, while adding to the growing interest in video chat technology has been unable to divest itself from some of human nature's baser instincts. However, it has inspired others to build out the video conferencing platform to develop business models that are now appealing to a much broader audience for business, special interests and branding purposes.

1 comment

InventorSpot's Top Ten iPad Kickstands You Can't Find At The Apple Store

by Ron Callari

OK, so, you've made the big investment. You've depleted your savings account or cashed in on one of your 401Ks to purchase your very own iPad. And while you like the idea of holding your coveted device in your hot little mits, it would be nice at times to go hands-free. However, if the thought of investing one more cent in accessories is causing you heart palpitations, InventorSpot has sought out some inventive new ideas for making make-shift kickstands - almost free of charge.

Marquette Skis: Skinless Backcountry Ascending

by Chris Weiss

A innovative but irresponsible invention for the world of backcountry skiing.

4 comments

Calling All Inventors! Everyday Edisons Season 4 Casting Calls

by Myra Per-Lee

Get your inventions ready for Season 4 of the Emmy award-winning show, Everyday Edisons. Sorry, the casting directors are not coming to a city near you this year.... You're going to them... via the Internet. That's right. Season 4 casting will be conducted online through Edison Nation.

1 comment

The E-Tomb - Something To "Like" In A Grave Situation

The E-Tomb - broadcasting your information to friends and family.

by Doug Bonderud

From designers Huang Jianbo, Zhao Ting, Wang Yushan, Ran Xiangfei & Mo Ran comes an option for the electronically obsessed and recently deceased – the E-tomb.

Bugs Are Bugged By Super Slippery Nanotech Surface

by Steve Levenstein

Want to bug some bugs? Place them on an experimental nanotech coated surface that removes nearly all the friction generated by the bugs' bristled feet, then watch hilarity ensue as the critters are literally stopped in their tracks.