Inspired by unique properties of OLED as a future lighting source designer Simon Enever has crafted a unique lightweight lamp safe to use in any environment. The multi faceted lamp resembling the shape of a football contains an induction charging unit slotted magnetically into a feature on top of the product. The self illuminated lamp is programmed to glow in whatever color or light intensity the user requires. The lamp can be stably positioned in... [weiterlesen]

Inspired by early 20th century industrial design, this mechanical table lamp operates on the principle of a pulley. The scientific contraption which looks very complicated with all the danglers when compared to its contemporary version requires a bit of manual handing. Crafted from brass with a hand-rubbed antique silver finish, the user can adjust lamp height using a pulley which is firmly held in place using a weighed counterbalance. The table lamp uses a... [weiterlesen]

Mobility becomes a grave problem for the elderly as well as physically challenged, as they have to rely on others for their basic needs. Commissioned by Tzora Company, the “Miracle” by Israeli designer Ayelet Kit is a four-wheeled vehicle/scooter that allows mobility to the elderly and physically disabled. Running on a rechargeable battery, the electric vehicle integrates a rotating chair, so the user could get on and off the vehicle with minimum fuss.... [weiterlesen]

Wir haben lange genug auf eine Social Network Integration in iTunes gewartet, jetzt macht Apple aus iTunes selber unter dem Namen Ping ein ganz eigenes neues Netzwerk auf und das könnte sogar funktionieren. Ähnlich wie Facebook gibt es Aktivitätsstreams, die Statusmeldungen, Bilder, Videos und empfohlene Tracks so wie (fragwürdiger) Einkäufe darstellt, und kommentierbar macht. Natürlich mit Vorhörfunktion direkt in iTunes und basierend auf dem von Twitter bekannten Follower Prinzip.... [weiterlesen]

Der Textil-Designer Kerry Hughes hat ein iMac-Kissen für besonders fanatische Fans genäht: Natürlich inklusive kabelloser Tastatur und Maus. Auf dem Stoffrechner aus Kunstfell läuft Logic Pro 8, aber leider nur als Standbild. Besonders fanatisch muss man jedenfalls auch sein, um den Preis von 290 Dollar für dieses Kissen zu berappen. [via technabob] Gallery: Plush iMac... [weiterlesen]

Crispy toasts with extra butter or cheese is all one need every morning in the breakfast. But what if you are away from home, camping with friends in an outdoor location? Addressing a solution, Swedish designer Kristoffer Apelstedt has developed a portable toaster that lets you have hot and crispy toasts anytime, anywhere. The toaster that is powered by batteries, gives you the freedom to use it anywhere. Moreover, to even better the user experience,... [weiterlesen]

Modern technology has paved the way for some of the sleekest gadgets that apart from being functional have also become a hi-tech accessory or fashionable jewelry for the stylish. Conceived by New York based designer Svetlana Blum, the “Second Skin” is an identical device that presents a unique blend of an accessory, jewelry and wristwatch. Made in PU, LED and metal, the concept watch presents two rows of LED lights, one displaying hours and the other minutes,... [weiterlesen]

Great things come in small elegant packages and this one belongs to that genre. It’s a tiny Pad Foot that promises to alter user interaction with Apple iPad. As simple as it could get the Pad Foot lets you use your favorite gadget with utmost ease and comfort in both portrait and landscape position. Next time before thumping your fingers lousily on the iPad for typing a message or viewing a slide show, just position... [weiterlesen]

Combining the freedom of a motorbike with the comfort of a car, Swedish designer Mika Becktor has developed a vehicle concept named the “Solis” that allows more efficient and economic ways of commutation. Integrating solar panels in its exterior, the futuristic vehicle converts solar energy into electricity to be stored in the battery, or the user can hook it up to the grid to pay for parking in cramped urban environments. Running on the wheels with built-in motors... [weiterlesen]

Unsere Kollegen von der Limmat setzen im Rahmen der neuen Frische-Kampagne von Migros wiederum auf das Huhn Chocolate. Es gibt also wieder eine wunderbaren TV-Spot zu sehen und fürs Web wurde ein Eierlegen-Tippspiel "Chocolate und die wilden Hühner" konzipiert und umgesetzt. Bei diesem Spiel kann der User jeden Tag auf das Huhn tippen, welches seiner Meinung nach am nächsten Tag zuerst ein Ei legen wird. Als zusätzlichen Jackpot-Tagestipp muss man auf die Minute genau erraten, wann die Heldin... [weiterlesen]