Tweet to Johannesburg
28-6-2010
Because of the World Cup, Nike has a new action. Through social media like Facebook and Twitter, people can send a message, containing an endorsement for their favorite soccer player, which is shown on a large screen on the Life Centre in Johannesburg. This screen, which is half the size of a soccerfield, shows the message with a corresponding animation. After showing the message, the transmitter receives a message containing a picture of her/his headline on the screen. The same technology can be used in a nightclub or a festival.
Headphones in your sweater
27-6-2010
Finally, somebody found a purpose for the choirs that normally hang on your sweater, without being used. With the hoodiebuddie, earphones for your MP3-player are integrated in these choirs. The connector is incorporated into one of the pockets. In addition, the waterproof earbuds and the sweater can be washed in the washing machine.
Bracelet to prevent malaria
23-6-2010
These trendy bracelets of Mosquitno, made of silicone rubber, gradually deliver a citronella scent for a period of 48 hours that repels mosquitoes and other insects. bracelets cost € 7.49 per 5 pieces and are available in different colors. Part of the sales go to the Foundation Malaria No More.
Charge your phone wjile dancing
19-6-2010
A must for festivals, the ‘Power Wellies’ by Orange UK. It contains a charger that is powered when the user is dancing/moving. Because nothing is more annoying than to find out that your phone is empty, just after you have lost sight of your friends.
Spinkit
16-6-2010
Michiel de Jong developed a compact, mobile unit of about 0.5 square meters containing light, sound and MP3 players, so you can throw a party anywhere. Heineken uses the Spinkit for promotional activities for Heineken Extra Cold.
Boomerang wok
11-6-2010
This wok of Swiss-miss gives cooking a playful twist. By the deep bow food can be easily thrown around into the pan, without it flying in all directions.
CO2 algae-lamp
10-6-2010
Mike Thompson discovered that some algae produce electricity during photosynthesis. He has designed an algae-lamp. A small battery stores energy and uses it to generate light. The result is a kind of lava lamp, but environmentally friendly. In order to stimulate photosynthesis just add water, and occasionally blow in some CO2. Offcourse the algae themselves have to be in the lamp.
iPads for rent on board Jetstar fligts
7-6-2010
The Australian low-budget airline Jetstar offers passengers iPads to entertain themselves during the flight. For AUD 10,= passengers have a choice between several movies, games, magazines, books and music.
Air conditioning in bed
5-6-2010
Is air conditioning too expensive, or do you still sweat in your bed? Then this may be the solution. It is a mattress cover, which is constantly filled with cool air.
The train that never stops
4-6-2010
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A new concept from China, where trains no longer have to stop. See the movie for an explanation.
