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Goldstriker International iPods

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Apple, Smartphones, Design, Handhelds, Portable Audio / Video,

Now that the economy is ailing, maybe the best solution is to invest in gold. For techies that translates into Goldstriker International’s assortment of iPods in 24ct gold. The front of the newly released classic 160GB has an anodized metal black front and a gold back and is being offered for £329.95 (~$584.00,) while the 80GB will set you back £269.95 (~$478.00.) And if you really want to go high class, Goldstriker has a 3G 24ct gold edition iPhone for £1,195.00 (~$2,114.00.)

USB Flash Drive Finger

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Design, Storage,

Finger Flash Drive We came across Jason’s Creations on Etsy and dug his USB Flash Drive Fingers. He describes them as both “cool and creepy.” We agree. There are four of them at this point, each plug and play and test driven. Pick one for $20.00 or look at his other ideas that include a Han Solo Carbonite USB Flash Drive, various strange coaster sets, and a lamp made from a Sobe Green Tea bottle with LEDs.

Napbook Laptop Case Doubles as Pillow

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Apple, Design, Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop,

Napbook Hafsteinn Juliusson designed the Napbook, a laptop case that can double as a pillow. It was created for students, business folk between sessions, or anyone who has the need to catch a few winks. Because the Napbook is only available at the Apple store in Reykjavik, Iceland, it wouldn’t be that much of a stretch to pick up an inexpensive pillow, cut out some of its innards, and make your own.

Check out Hafsteinn’s other ideas, including his Slim Chips, flavored paper with no calories and Growing Jewelry, made with live Icelandic moss.

Dining in 2015 Design Competition

Posted by Jenny Lewis Categories: Features, Trends, Utensils, Kitchen Gadgets,

You may not think much of your silverware or your plates, but someone does. The results of designboom’s Dining in 2015 design competition were announced a few months back, and there were a number of fantastic entries. Out of a total of 4843 entries from 98 countries, the five person jury narrowed it down to 3 first prize entries and an honorable mention from a shortlist of 160 amazing entries. My favorite entry from the shortlist, pictured above, is the “cutlery in a wallet,” designed by Alberto Ghirardello of Italy. It was “designed to facilitate outdoor eating,” and I can’t think of an easier and more compact way to do exactly that.

Face Your Manga Avatar

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Internet,

Looking for a new Avatar? Try Face Your Manga. You can use it on your cellie, MySpace, IM, Skype, or any other place in the virtual world. You simply customize the avatar, enter in your e-addy and they will mail it to you. If you don’t like your first design, you can go back and try another combination. The process is quite painless and takes very little time to create and receive your masterpiece. By the way, the free service doesn’t need any registration so you can stay anonymous to a certain extent.

Boeing 727 Home

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Smart Home, Misc. Tech,

Pay attention, airlines. Here is a way to recap some of those losses. Imagine having a Boeing 727 as a home. The plane set Joanne Ussary back $2,000.00, cost $4,000.00 to move, and $24,000.00 to renovate. That’s not bad for a $30,000.00 investment. The stairs open with a garage door remote, and one of the bathrooms is still intact. And let’s not forget the personal jacuzzi in the cockpit. Sweet. The Boeing home is featured as part of a collection of creative conversions.

Wake n’ Bacon Alarm Clock

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Misc. Tech,

Wake n' Bacon Alarm Clock This clock is just a bit to far fetched for those of us that don’t do breakfast. Place a frozen piece of bacon in the slot of Wake n’ Bacon before you hit the sack, and the clock goes off 10 minutes before you want to get up. When the alarm hits, the clock sends a signal to a small speaker that reroutes it to a relay, then to two halogen lamps. The result is that you awaken to the smell of cooked pig. Designer Matty Sallin is thinking of adding calendar aware to his prototype so it will not go off on weekends and holidays. We think he should add a self-cleaning feature and perhaps something that would ensure we don’t get food poisoning.

FAK3 Elliptical Wooden Cabinet

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Smart Home,

The firm FAK3 designed this very unique piece of furniture. The Elliptical Wooden Cabinet rotates 360º with sides that house a keyboard, desk, storage center, and TV. It is made with industrial strength ball bearings that can support up to 2 tons. Large as it is, it only takes one finger to rotate the cabinet. Because it has an off-centered axis, when the unit turns, each side is has its own design. We want one!

Grillo Concept Tricycle

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Transportation,

Grillo If you are fortunate enough to be able to take a vacation, Grillo may be a fine way to travel if you are the camping type. The concept vehicle has luggage racks, a cool space under the seat for keeping food fresh, and an electric system for connecting your MP3 player. The trike offers more stability than two wheels and the best part is the the back of the vehicle can be folded down and used as a table or tent support. We figure this would be quite useful for someone who spends longer than they would like to be among the first to get an iPhone.

Icetris Ice Cube Tray

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Smart Home, Misc. Tech, Video Games,

Icetris Isn’t it ironic that the Icetris cube trays were created by a Russian design shop? Designer Dima Komissarov of Mystake came up with the idea and we expect that you could play a round or two before they completely melted. Then again, if you played the game until you saw Tetris shapes in your dreams, you might want to pass. There is no date set to make the prototype into a reality as yet, but you might want to encourage Dima all the same.

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