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Safety Warning App
Sompo Japan Insurance Inc and Nipponkoa Insurance Co Ltd co-developed a smartphone application that helps auto drivers drive safely. Safety Sight has the “Approaching Forward Vehicle Warning” function, which emits a warning sound when a vehicle ahead is approaching. The smartphone estimates the distance to the vehicle ahead by analyzing the image of the scene in front of the user’s […]
Nokia Releases Bendable Phone Concept
Nokia hasn’t really ever had the coolest phones on the market. They are generally just those reserved for construction workers and project managers; the type of phone that is simply used to stay in touch and get the job done. However, Nokia’s most recent concept, though it’s not exactly breaking news anymore, still has the entire smartphone industry buzzing and has smartphone […]
Compact Residence
Usually when we think of someone living in a truck, our mind paints a picture of extreme disenfranchisement. Not here. This compact residence, built inside the standard UNICAT truck, includes all essentials of a comfortable dwelling – bedroom, bathroom, office, lounge and more – perfect for the adventurous freelancer or man on the run. Of couse, living in such a confined space […]
In-Bed Use
Sometimes, you just don’t want to leave the bed. Maybe it’s because you broke your foot kicking the door in because you lost the keys last night. Maybe you have a hangover and moving any part of your body feels like mild torture. Or maybe you just really love your bed because it’s soft and cushy and smells like peaches. […]
The Following Suitcase
Hop is a suitcase that follows the user. The suitcase contains three receivers that are able to receive, identify and triangulate different signals coming from the user’s cell phone. A microcontroller interprets these signals calculating the phone’s position regarding to the suitcase. The same microcontroller operates a caterpillar system based on compressed air, which follows the user at a constant […]
Robe Rack
This minimal and clever coat rack reminded me of Veronika Wildgruber’s Wardrope. The idea is very similar, so are the space-saving qualities, making both of these items ideal for small space dwellings. The Roberope coat rack can be suspended from the ceiling and, thanks to its soft but sturdy hooks, can hold clothing, bags, accessories or just about anything suitable […]
Review Gym Instructors at RateYourBurn
Physique 57’s Katie Mitchell? “Total rockstar of a teacher.” Chris Griffin at Equinox? “James. F*ing. Bond.” But skip Danielle Wettan’s Crunch class: “Maybe I signed up for karaoke by accident?” Fitness buffs weigh in on their instructors’ prowess (or lack thereof) at RateYourBurn. Burners rate teachers on intensity, cardio and strength, and also award points for knee-friendly, stretch, music and […]
Live Broadcast for Friends
Broadcast for Friends is a mobile app, created by popular lifestreaming service Ustream, which allows users to broadcast on their Facebook Timelines live footage as it is recorded on their mobile phones in real-time. There is no time limit, and Instagram-like filters can be applied to correct the lighting or complement the mood of the event. Life, Camera, Action! [Cassandra […]
One Day Painting
The painting services industry is stagnant. It lacks innovation, is highly fragmented, unprofessional and has no real household name. Enter 1-888-WOW-1DAY! Painting. A new painting company with a fresh and unique take on house painting. Unlike any other painting service out there, they guarantee to paint a home in one day. Imagine leaving for work in the morning and then returning that very […]