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concepts
Stackable iPod Dock Features As Many Air Filters as You Want
This iPod dock concept seems pretty feasible, if not incredibly practical in its current form: You can stack as many of the pods as you want underneath the dock itself, allowing for multiple speakers, lights, or (oddly) air purifiers. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by switchblade saints: if you can add multiple trays from a food dehydrator then I am sold. Jerky! 3 Responses | Other threads
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design
So This Was Obvious
I don't even want to hear your lame rebuttals about structural integrity. Why we're using centuries-old key/keychain technology in 2009 is beyond me. Buy this real working blank key and join the future for just $7/pair. [Amron Exptl via DVICE]
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By Mark WilsonComment by Hello Mister Walrus: You guys are missing the significance of this. Now I can just Prince Albert my house key, and not need... 12 Responses | Other threads
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concepts
Google G0 Android Smartphone Concept: If Only the G1 Was So Slick
Tryi Yeh's Android smartphone concept, cheekily dubbed the G0, is a touchscreen slider, but the slide-out section isn't a hardware keyboard. Instead, it's got a camera and four customizable smartkeys. Still, we like the design, and it looks fairly realistic. More » -
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Project Nomad's Robotic Animal Vehicles Won't Be Real Anytime Soon
As far as concepts go, Jason Battersby's Project Nomad is pretty out there. It's a series of rideable robo-vehicles that look like animals, getting their energy from plants. Yeah, let us know when these become feasible, Jason. [Coroflot via BBG]
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By Adam FrucciComment by Novaheart: Can someone tell me how they're gonna make energy from plants? But other then that this looks awesome, a true ATV... 10 Responses | Other threads
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concepts
Digital Ruler
This wooden, yet digital, concept ruler combines "values of a traditional ruler, with advantages of a digital interface." I think it still needs lines, but how cool is it that it sets the zero point wherever you start measuring? More »
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By Brian LamComment by PanhandleJoe: I already have a digital ruler. My hand span is exactly 10 inches. So there! 4 Responses | Other threads
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cellphones
Sony Ericsson Kiki Concept
Mobil delivered this rendering of Kiki, a Sony Ericsson phone with a projected display and um, presumably, somewhere, a keypad. I like green. People need to make more green handsets. [Mobil via Engadget] -
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Magnetic Big Wheel or Ring of Death?
Car designer Harsha Vardhan has a different vision of tomorrow. While his vehicle calls for an electric engine, just like we see in cars now like the Prius or Volt, that engine drives magnetic fields, not wheels. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by geekpi: More like ring of retarded. There is no way it could stand like that while at rest. Gravity would pull... 17 Responses | Other threads
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Smoking Booth Concept Uses "Wall" of Air to Make Smokers Feel Like Real People
Smokers, like rabid animals, are usually confined to enclosed areas, away from the rest of us. The FRESH concept, designed for airports and other high-traffic areas, uses a "wall" of air to stop the carcinogen-laden smoke from reaching us normals.
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By Dan NosowitzComment by 92BuickLeSabre: Speaking as a smoker who, of course, is desperately trying to quit. You guys are a bunch of jerks. 18 Responses | Other threads
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A Whole Kitchen Squeezed Into a Small Island
What can we say? It's called the "Modern Space Saving Mini Kitchen" for a reason. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Kaiser-Machead: Seems you need generous open space in the kitchen in order to take full advantage of this thing, in which... 3 Responses | Other threads
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Levitating Projector, Or Really Expensive T-Ball?
This levitating projector may just be a concept, but most of the science is fairly sound. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by I see the light. It burns!: When I see this, why do I see Luke Skywalker hacking at these things with a lightsaber? 4 Responses | Other threads
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Magnetic Levitating Turntable Concept Looks Impractical, Amazing
Rhea Jeong's "void" turntable concept uses what would have to be incredibly strong and precise magnet control to levitate a record above its base. That little red ball on top of the vinyl is actually the needle.
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By Dan NosowitzComment by Pope John Peeps II: This is almost as practical as my Cold-Fusion Toaster (patent pending). 7 Responses | Other threads
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kitchen
Oven Re-Constructed Flips an Oven Up On Your Cooktop
This clever oven concept is flat, creating a closed-in space for baking by folding up sections of its surface. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by Kaiser-Machead: I like my ovens with a very limited set of moving parts, that being the single big door, the broiler... 1 Responses | Other threads
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Folding Design Flattens the Fatty UK Plug
It's why we declared independence in America, and it may have something to do with fabled British teeth. The UK's power plug is ridiculously large, and now one designer has fixed it. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by AnalysisDialysis (and a MudkipNDS): Impressive technology there! But still, I prefer the American/Japanese plugs more, due to the fact that the pins can't easily... 11 Responses | Other threads
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Outlet Wall Doesn't Want to Hear One More Word About Power Strips
There are more than a few approaches to the twinned problems of insufficient plug space and cable tangle, but the obscenely overdone Outlet Wall concept, courtesy of Ironic Sans, is easily my favorite. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Nick Huynh: I wouldn't want to be near that wall if there's a flood... 13 Responses | Other threads
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Forever Beta
Asus 'Seamless Experience' Concept Knows More About Your Coffee Than You Do
This slick Seamless Experience video from the Asus Computex booth is a neat glimpse at a future where even coffee cups have a story to tell. It looks, unsurprisingly, like Microsoft Surface. Let the marketing concept arms race commence. More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by switchblade saints: will lines of blow register? "wow that stuff is cut very clean" and how does it know its coffee in that cup.... 5 Responses | Other threads
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headsets
Tragus Headset Designer Likely Had Baby Batter On the Brain
The Tragus Bluetooth headset concept is a clever idea for people who misplace theirs between calls, save for the fact that it looks like a colorful sperm is about to swim into your ear canal. More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by switchblade saints: so if he has one in his ear, why another on his shirt? he should be holding a over sized martini... 3 Responses | Other threads
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architecture
XERO Project Green Building Concept: Veggie Does Dallas
Somewhat like a vegetarian version of the Dragonfly building in Manhattan, the XERO Project is a proposed idea of bringing local agriculture, orchards, gardens and food stalls into the city of Dallas, all under one roof. More »
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By Andi WangComment by nathantrumbull: Never going to happen. I live in Dallas and would love nothing more than to see this thing. Which is... 7 Responses | Other threads
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lawnmowers
Husqvarna Panthera Leo Concept Mower is Electric-Powered and LCD-Equipped
Growing up, I hated mowing the lawn. My backyard was huge, my allergies were bad and I was stuck with a temperamental push mower. If I had this battery-powered Husqvarna mower, however, I would have begged to do yard work. More » -
faucets
Cognitive Scientist Gets All Deep About The Design of Faucets
The folks at Dwell have tapped cognitive scientist and design consultant Don Norman to offer up his unique opinion on the design of several faucets—demonstrating that there are people out there that think way too hard about this stuff. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by Sushiwriter: Think too hard about this stuff? You guys make it sound like you're able to get a perfect shower spray out... 5 Responses | Other threads
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software
Hand In Hand Clock Would Need Plenty of Wall Space
The Hand In Hand clock is a fully functional software creation, where the minute hand rotates on the end of the hour hand, and the second hand rotates on the end of the minute hand. It's hard to read at first, but soon makes sense. The catch? More »
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Comment by Kevin Lou: Who would need that? It's like a constantly moving piece of art. 8 Responses | Other threads
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Would You Like to See T3's iPhone Nano In Production?
UK tech force T3 commissioned a series of writers/designers to mock up future products covering everything from shoes to televisions. And of course, they couldn't resist rendering the rumor-loved iPhone nano. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by MadColombian: This is one fugly iPhone nano. I am sorry, but it is. 13 Responses | Other threads
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concepts
WTF Lamp Has a Shiny Bottom
I'm sure a lightbulb didn't flicker on above John Nouanesing's head when he thought up the idea for this WTF Lamp. Thankfully just a concept, this backwards lamp would blind you as your house burned down in flames when it got too hot. [Gearfuse via CoolestGadgets via CraziestGadgets]
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By Andi WangComment by ethanlechcharles: I was totally going to make something like this two years ago... I suck! 6 Responses | Other threads
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Freelock Self-Locking Cycle Concept
If you're tired of carrying a lock around with you every where you ride, the Freelock is a self-locking bicycle whose seat also functions as a built in lock, which is apparently as secure as an old bicycle with a typical chain lock. More »
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By Andi WangComment by switchblade saints: HAHA locking to the bus-stop. That is a brilliant idea in my city. 4 Responses | Other threads
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Chopsticks Roll Into Rings and Straws and...Well, That's Actually It
I've never looked at a pair of chopsticks and thought to myself, "...if I could only use these as napkin holder rings." Then again, I am not a designer. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Kaiser-Machead: That's all fine and good, but how good would they be in a game of hand-to-hand sushi bar mini-Samurai? I... 9 Responses | Other threads
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The Future Of Car Technology, As Seen From The Recent Past
Futuristic concept products—especially gadgets—always inspire the same thought: in about ten years, this is going to seem ridiculous. Jalopnik takes a look back at the technological dreams of the car industry, circa 1999.
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By John HerrmanComment by sharkync: Let see GM stock price 1/11/99 - $85 15/16 Ford 1/99 - $35.1487 Maybe they should have dreamed about staying in business in... 2 Responses | Other threads
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Kvant Motorbike: Half the Snowmobile Yields Twice the Danger
Designer Patrik Petersson took his dirt bike and a snowmobile into a shed, played them some Yanni, and the result is the Kvant Motorbike. More » -
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Design Or Data? Ex-Googler Spills All After Landing At Twitter
All you designers out there, here's a quandary, courtesy Google: When it comes to determining the direction of a company, just how much design control should one cede to the consumers? More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by Con Seannery: I find Google's designs to be quite elegant and clean, functional and easy to use. 15 Responses | Other threads
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Muji Spice-Leaf Book Is an Edible Book With Pages Made of Soluble Spices
Ever look at a cookbook and think, "That recipe looks so good, I could just eat that page!"? My guess is no. Nobody has ever thought that. But just in case, we present this concept. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by darkstar: I ate a math test once, in order to destroy the evidence. 4 Responses | Other threads
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The Terminator Motorcycle Could Have Been Even Worse
I have mixed feelings about the motorcycle terminators seen in Terminator Salvation. But if this concept art shows us anything, the bikes could be even less lovable. Here's the final version for comparison: More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Blender: why are the looks even important... The terminators are created by their own, so i would imagine in the computer... 13 Responses | Other threads
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peripherals
NES Mouse Is the Stuff Dreams Are Made Of
Sadly, this NES mouse is a mere foam model. But man, if this was a real thing it would sell like hotcakes, guaranteed. Let's make this happen. [MouseVomit via Noquedanblogs via The Daily What]
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By Adam FrucciComment by tjmarkham3: Wow. I could actually make this pretty easily. Just get me some plastic, a heat gun, a spare NES controller,... 6 Responses | Other threads
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design
Like a Swiss Army Knife, This Wooden Shelf Folds Out to Reveal Multiple Functions
Why hang up multiple shelves for keys, knick knacks and whatever else, when you can combine them all into one supershelf? Dubbed the "Mexican Army Shelf", this multi-faceted shelf concept attempts to answer that question. More » -
bikes
Bike Handlebars WIth Built-In Basket
It's no plastic wicker with a plastic daisy on the front, but it's a great idea: structurally combine handlebars and a basket into one piece. Sadly, I think it's a design concept, not a product. More »
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By John MahoneyComment by Lite: is on a boat.: Yes, because really. Putting a large mass on your handlebars and swinging it back and forth is really a... 32 Responses | Other threads
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concepts
What an Apple Tablet Won't Look Like
Just imagine, being able to see your 80 fart-related apps at the same time! [Flickr via Likecool]
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By Mark WilsonComment by Das-es: Amazing development We've also found out the Apple Tablet will not look like this: [img] [tbn1.google.com]] or this! [img][tbn2.google.com]] 6 Responses | Other threads
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toilets
Flo Toilet Makes Pooping Even More Exhausting
This insane object is a fancy new toilet. It promotes pooping in a yoga-like fashion, squatting down to work on your ab and back muscles. Think it'll catch on?? More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by OMG! Ponies!: I'm not shitting on the floor of my bathroom. Maybe I'll shit on someone else's bathroom floor, but not... 7 Responses | Other threads
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design
Cuneus Coffee Concept
While fine espresso makers are the exception, coffee makers often fail to inspire through new, fresh design. But this wedge-shaped coffee maker concept by design student Kamil Kurka is striking, if nothing else. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Pessimipposaurus: Now, who wants to build a prototype and find out something horribly wrong with it? 7 Responses | Other threads
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zipper earbuds
YI Sound Concept Brings the Hot Jean-Crotch Aesthetic to Earbuds
This zippered earbud concept might not truly solve the eternal tangling problem, but that doesn't mean it's not fantastic. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by The Swiftman: These wouldn't be half bad, but they need to be in a different color (black?), the grip area on the... 3 Responses | Other threads
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concepts
Touchscreen Calligraphy Tablet Concept Helps Perfect Your Korean
For those looking to brag about your children's calligraphy skills to your friends, this Touchscreen Calligraphy Tablet concept lets you force your children into practicing their handwriting without having to pay for ink and paper. More »
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By Andi WangComment by Noé Gudiño: This so cute, this would so kick ass in other languages 6 Responses | Other threads
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concepts
Braille E-Reader Concept Raises Dots with E-Ink
Braille books are mighty thick, so while I remain skeptical of standard e-book readers' utility, a braille version would make it much easier for the blind to carry books with them. More »
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By John MahoneyComment by TheSonOfKrypton: Hmmmm.....Technology with potential application in future generation iPhones much? 10 Responses | Other threads
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concepts
We Want Monorails, These Monorails
The Señor Presidente Obama may want a high speed train. We want it too. Actually, we want a monorail, which have been dreamed and actually built since the very beginning of the 20th century. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by bmikuta: Our economy is in crisis. Do we really need to spend billions of dollars on building high speed trains?... 7 Responses | Other threads
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Kyocera's Folding OLED Phone With Shape Shifting Buttons Definitely Does Not Exist
Kyocera's EOS phone concept is chock full of outlandish features. From its tri-fold OLED design to its unique method of using kinetic energy, the EOS is just what we like to see in a concept. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by tjmarkham3: I think this is great and all...but shouldn't companies be focused on developing technology that exists instead of just making... 5 Responses | Other threads
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