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29 Jun 06:02

tumblr_kz5k5cD1E31qawqx6o1_500.jpg (JPEG Image, 500x307 pixels) #photography

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11 May 17:44

Scott Sueme | PICDIT

Scott Sueme | PICDIT

11 May 17:43

Google Pixel Fold is officially here: what you need to know

by Vincent Nguyen

It’s fascinating to see how mobile devices constantly evolve year after year, providing users with a broader range of options to suit their needs. The Google Pixel Fold is a perfect example of this, as it combines smartphone and tablet technology to push the boundaries of innovation in the Android market. Foldable smartphones have risen in recent years, and Google is finally getting into the game with the Pixel Fold. This device offers a versatile form factor that seamlessly transitions between folded and unfolded states, meeting the demands of users who want the best of both worlds, powered by the rawest form of the Android operating system.

Designer: Google

The Pixel Fold has an exceptionally proven camera system that takes full advantage of its distinct design, providing a smooth experience on both screens. The phone’s rear camera has a 10.8 MP ultrawide lens, a 48 MP primary camera, and a 5X telephoto lens. Additionally, the inner camera has an 8 MP lens.

The Tensor G2 and Android, combined with AI, make the Pixel Fold a powerful phone that transforms into a compact tablet. When folded, it reveals a slim 5.8-inch front display that easily fits in your pocket, making it the thinnest foldable on the market.

Experience a larger-than-typical smartphone display with the Pixel Fold. Simply unfold it to reveal a spacious 7.6-inch screen. Its custom 180-degree fluid friction hinge ensures a flat and crease-free display. Plus, the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus provides scratch resistance, and its IPX8 water-resistant design safeguards it against the elements.

The Pixel Fold is incredibly slim, with a thickness of only 0.5 inches. When closed, it measures 3.1 inches in width and 5.5 inches in height. Once it is unfolded, its overall size is 6.2 inches. Amazingly, it only weighs 10 ounces.

Despite its size, this device’s battery is smaller than its competitors and other Pixel phones, with only 4821 mAh. However, Google assures users of a battery life of more than 24 hours or up to 72 hours with Extreme Battery Saver mode on. Unfortunately, the fast charging feature requires a separate purchase of a 30W USB-C charger.

As a globetrotter, one feature I’m most excited to try out is the dual-screen interpreter mode for real-time translation and all the personal AI features expected from a Pixel device, including safety speech and call assist. This is also an excellent entertainment device, with a “tabletop mode” for optimized video playback and the ability to switch displays within an app.

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You can now place a preorder for the Pixel Fold, which will be shipped next month. As a bonus, if you preorder, you can receive a free Pixel Watch. The Pixel Fold is a high-end device that Google has put a lot of effort into creating. It starts at $1,799 for the 256 GB model and goes up to $1,919 for the 512 GB model, which is only available in Obsidian. However, the Porcelain model only comes with 256GB and is exclusively sold in the Google Play store.

Considering that the Pixel Fold is a first-generation device, the cost charged by Google better come with a long-lasting build. We’re excited to test out the design and usability of the device once we get our hands on it.

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11 May 17:41

Weiner Dog Oil & Vinegar Set #tech #flow #gadget #gift #ideas #cool

Weiner Dog Oil & Vinegar Set #tech #flow #gadget #gift #ideas #cool

11 May 17:40

Oscar Torrans designs a handwoven tapestry to give Squid’s new album a folklore feel

by Olivia Hingley

Taking inspiration from old European tapestries and a 17th Century illustrated alphabet, Oscar’s crafty design is dedication to the brief at its best.

11 May 17:39

Funny Videos of Dogs With Human Arms

by A B

Remember birds with human arms? While those where photoshopped, dogs with human arms are real dog-human hybrids. The end is near, folks. No, not the end of the world, but the end of human reign as the dominant species. Soon, they will outnumber and outsmart us, and we will become their loyal servants. Scroll down for the funniest examples!

dog eating pasta.

Dog eating delicious dinner.

Dog checking his phone.

Dog with human arms eating a meal.

Dog playing a guitar.

Christmas dinner.

Combing the hair.

Dog playing a video game.

Pugs playing a piano.

Dog reading a book.

Dog eating a sandwich.

Dog reading a newspaper.

Dog with human arms.

Dog enjoying a breakfast.

Brushing the teeth.

Dog finishing a meal.

Dog reading a book.

Two dogs dining.

Dog with human arms.

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31 Jan 23:06

cats, cats, cats #illustration #watercolor #cat

cats, cats, cats #illustration #watercolor #cat

31 Jan 22:02

Unfortunately There’s Now a Pooping Butt Tea Infuser

by A B

The poop industry is clearly booming, with things like the poop knife becoming so popular, it was only a matter of time that the poop market leaked into the tea market. Now, here we are introducing the pooping butt tea infuser that might be a great gift for someone who has a juvenile sense of humor.

Pooping butt tea infuser.

It’s essentially a butt along with a pile of poo that sits in your cup brewing up your tea. It’s disgusting, yet oddly hilarious. This infuser works by placing your tea leaves inside the poo pile, then dunking the device into your tea mug. The butt will prop up on the side of your mug, while the stool sits at the bottom brewing up your tea.

Pooping butt tea infuser.

It’s made from high-quality food-grade silicone which also has excellent heat resistance as well as cold resistance. The material is soft, non-toxic, and tasteless, so it won’t affect the flavor of your tea after using it. However, we must warn that it might affect what your friends think of you.

Pooping butt tea infuser.

Here’s how we imagine this product was invented: once upon a time, there was a person who loved tea but hated getting up from the toilet to make it. One day, as they were sitting on the throne, an idea struck them like a ton of bricks. Why not combine the two activities and create a butt-shaped tea infuser? And thus, the pooping butt tea infuser was born! It quickly became a best-seller and now there’s probably an entire factory somewhere in rural China that makes only these tea infusers.

Pooping butt tea infuser.

You can get this tea infuser on Amazon for ten bucks. Please note that this site is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. As an Amazon Associate affiliate we earn from qualifying purchases.

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17 Dec 05:24

265,000-gallon aquarium in Berlin hotel bursts, flooding lobby and killing 1500 fish

by Rob Beschizza

The collossal 265,000-gallon saltwater aquarium in the lobby of Berlin's Radisson Blu hotel burst Friday morning at about 5:30 a.m., flooding the lobby with water, glass and thousands of doomed aquatic creatures. The building was evacuated, and no humans are reported injured in what could have been a mass-casualty event had it happened an hour or two later. — Read the rest

17 Dec 05:22

Concrete and oak table clock #accessories #concrete #industrial #desk #cute #minimalist #table #clocks

Concrete and oak table clock #accessories #concrete #industrial #desk #cute #minimalist #table #clocks

17 Dec 05:15

Mortal Enemies: Cats vs. Christmas Trees

by A B

When the holiday season comes around, cats can suddenly become wild and unstoppable destroyers. Especially if owners haven’t put some work into protecting their Christmas trees. Scroll down to see the funniest examples of cat battles with Christmas trees (spoiler: the trees always lose)!

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Why do cats love to destroy Christmas trees? They’re definitely very interested in them. Cats naturally seek out high places to rest and observe. It’s almost too good to be true (for a cat) because it’s something to climb, and they have all of these dangling things, so it’s something to play with too. They’ll climb to the top, they’ll play with an ornament and knock it off, or their weight will knock the tree over. So cats actually don’t hate Christmas trees (as the title of this post suggests) – on the contrary – they love them so much that they accidentally destroy them in the process.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cats vs. Christmas trees.

Cats vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

Cat vs. Christmas tree.

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22 Nov 03:23

Indiana Jones 5 will be about the space race and Nazi rocket scientists!

by David Pescovitz

Indiana Jones 5, due out next summer, will take place in 1969 and feature Indy tangling with former-Nazis in 1969 during the height of the space race between the US and Russia. UK magazine Empire teases the plotline via an interview with Indiana Jones 5 co-writer Jez Butterworth. — Read the rest

22 Nov 03:21

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22 Nov 03:20

This strangely shaped cutting board was designed for people with limited mobility

by Sarang Sheth

I always argue that good design shouldn’t be measured by how many people it’s benefitting, but rather by the nature of the problem posed to the people. Handicapped people and people with motor impairments make up just a small fraction of humanity, so products that help them overcome daily tasks are arguably and measurably better than products that help solve problems for the masses. The ‘Bulge Cutting Board’ is one such product, designed for people with limited hand mobility.

I’m sure you’ve never tried chopping vegetables with one hand, but there are a lot of people who have no other option. “People with motor impairments, such as the absence of a hand or their limited usability, are often dependent on aids that are more reminiscent of tools and are far from any aesthetics”, says Germany-based designer Jon Starck, who created the Bulge Cutting Board. Designed with a set of ‘hillocks’ that somewhat randomly cover the board’s surface, the Bulge Cutting Board enables single-handed chopping and cutting. The bulges help trap and stabilize food while you chop them, preventing them from rolling or shifting and enabling you to go through the experience with just one hand.

Designer: Jon Starck

“The elevations of different sizes and distances from each other allow fixing various foods for processing. They provide support when cutting, smearing and transporting”, says Starck.

Bulge is a rare example of a product that serves a smaller audience, but serves them well. The design isn’t ‘universal’, but caters to a universal need for a marginalized audience. Perfect for people with limited use of their hands, the Bulge Cutting Board gives them the control they need as they pursue an independent life! Pairs rather wonderfully with this ‘knife for the visually impaired‘!

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22 Nov 03:19

Your Gmail Account Has Unlimited Addresses

by Jake Peterson

One Gmail, one address. That seems right. After all, you have one phone number, and one home address. The same should be true for your email addresses, Gmail included. As it happens, though, your Gmail account has an unlimited number of addresses you can use whenever you want, fooling everyone from Netflix to spammers…

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29 Oct 22:48

$1,200 Horse Sneakers Are a Real Thing That Exists

by A B

Horse Kicks are just what they sound like – sneakers for horses. Created from popular human models like Air Jordan or Yeezy Boost, each pair sells for at least $1,200. Horseshoes have remained virtually unchanged for hundreds of years, but that is about to change thanks to sneaker customizing expert Marcus Floyd. Using deconstruction and reconstruction, Floyd has created several pairs of equine sneakers that retain the elements that usually make brands like Yeezy, Air Jordan, or NewBalance650. At the same time, these are essentially horseshoes, so they also meet the unique ergonomics of horse hooves.

Horse sneakers.

Horse Air Jordans.

Starting from October 24, custom Horse Kicks are available for order via the company’s website, with prices starting at an eye-watering $1,200. But if youa re the kind of person who likes to get up close and personal with speakers before buying them, Marcus Floyd will have a booth at this year’s Breeders’ Cup World Championships in Kentucky, on November 4 and 5.

Horse sneakers.

Horse sneakers.

What do you think about this unusual product? Is Marcus Floyd just trolling everyone, or do you see this thing taking off? Let us know in the comments below!

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11 Sep 18:46

Is human made rain the way to help the increasing droughts?

by Dawn Hammon

As the world faces record temperatures and ongoing issues with drought, scientists look towards solutions for not only saving water, but creating it. We have the science and the capabilities to create rain. So the question is whether cloud seeding is worth the time, money and effort. 

What is cloud seeding?

Think of it as planting a garden in the sky. Cloud seeding is not a new idea. Originally developed by Nobel prize-winning chemist Irving Langmuir and his deputy Vincent J. Schaefer in the 1940s, the process involves stimulating the moisture inside clouds to enhance precipitation. It’s done by injecting particles, gasses or chemicals into existing clouds.

Related: Water crisis grows with no plans to save the Colorado River

Scientists have done this through everything ranging from an airplane spraying the cloud to ground-launched flares aimed to the sky. Although the material and injection methods vary, they all act similarly inside the cloud.

Clouds are full of teeny tiny droplets of moisture that aren’t heavy enough to fall to the ground. When stimulated by the chemicals, most commonly silver iodide, those droplets are able to create an anchor and absorb the surrounding droplets. When they become heavy enough, in as little as 20 to 30 minutes, the drops then fall from the sky as rain or snow. Cloud seeding is credited with causing moisture to fall, either by initiating rain or by increasing the amount of precipitation that falls. 

Dark clouds over an ocean scenery

Is cloud seeding being used?

Yes, around the world. Australia, China, India, Israel, South Africa and Thailand all have programs. Over the years, around 50 countries have tried it in some capacity. In the United States: California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Colorado,  Wyoming, Texas and North Dakota all practice some form of cloud seeding. Because the science relies on the right types of clouds in the right weather conditions, the opportunities to plant the seeds is limited to when storms roll through. That means cloud seeding during the winter in the hopes of improving water conditions for agriculture and other consumption during the summer. 

Does cloud seeding work?

It’s a great debate. Some researchers show precipitation increases from 3% to 15%, while other researchers dispute those claims, saying it’s impossible to isolate cloud seeding as the contributing factor. In other words, we just don’t know decisively if it’s helping, but many in the scientific community, as well as agricultural and drought-stricken regions, are optimistic. 

What are the advantages of cloud seeding?

The obvious advantage is the production of precipitation. With more research, we can discover whether it’s an effective means of increasing snowpack in the mountains and rainfall in wet regions. Many regions are already labeling their efforts a success, even if other scientists may not definitively agree. For example, organizers of a five-year program in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia claim snowfall increased by 14%, while a similar program in Wyoming reported a 15% increase. These figures offer a promising option in battling drought.

What are the disadvantages of cloud seeding?

Using airplanes to deliver the chemicals means adding carbon emissions to the atmosphere while we attempt to battle the water crisis. However, drones are a more environmentally-friendly option, and just as viable. Plus, rockets can be shot from the ground surface without the use of a plane.

However, cloud seeding is not a once-and-done treatment. An unknown in the equation is whether cloud seeding will create an imbalance for nature to figure out. The argument goes that synthetically producing more precipitation than nature intended might keep the environment from balancing naturally. 

A stormy cloud above a hill prairie with a rainbow shot through it

What’s the future of cloud seeding?

At this point, it’s definitely part of the ongoing conversation. The efforts are spreading across the western U.S. and around the world as it gains traction as a viable contributor in fighting drought conditions. Even proponents don’t pretend cloud seeding is a solution to the world’s drought problems, but it could be part of the answer. The drought issue is huge and will require a robust solution from a combination of angles.

While producing more precipitation is an important aspect, we have to look at the entire water cycle. Remember elementary school science class when we learned the same water continues to cycle from the sky to the ground and back to the sky? That precipitation falls to the Earth, where it is absorbed and stored in the soil. Additional water ends up in the streams, lakes, rivers and oceans. Through evaporation and transpiration that water heads back into the sky where condensation occurs.

However, when temperatures are too hot, the cycle breaks down, leaving the moisture in the sky instead of in the soil and waterways. So in addition to cloud seeding as one piece of the pie, policies and people need to still focus on water conservation. In the end, the answer will be a combination of solutions, at every level of government and across borders. 

Via Vox

Images via Pexels

11 Sep 18:40

3D-printed covers can help you re-use bottles and jars

by Ida Torres

I sometimes stare at my kitchen, thinking of whether to throw away all the knick-knacks like bottles, containers, and every other thing that I seem to have collected over the past few months. It would of course be easier to throw them away but that is not so kind to mother earth. Products that will help me upcycle these items are always welcome, especially if these products are recycled or upcycled themselves. If we don’t have a recycling center near, it’s a good idea to try and reuse all the waste you have lying around.

Designer: extrude.studio

3D technology has also made recycling and upcycling a bit easier, giving us even more ideas on how to repurpose materials and waste. The Upcycled Jars Collection is one such project that gives us different kinds of jar tops or covers so you can reuse the glass bottles or containers that are just lying around. All you do is screw the top you need on your bottle, use it, clean it, then use a different top the next time. The covers are made from used bioplastic packaging waste collected in Europe and then 3D printed in the Parisian region.

For plant parents, there’s a self-watering pot cover that has a wick that will send the water up to the plant’s soil. Artists can use the paintbrush holder that has a thin wall on the side that will drain the excess water for when they’re painting. For those working or studying, there is a pencil pot that has space to hold pens, scissors, erasers, and other office supplies. If you just want to use the bottle as a regular container, there’s a regular cover.

There are also several covers for self-care and other related hobbies. There’s a candle holder, incense holder, and a knock box to store your spent coffee grounds. There’s also a soap holder that makes it easier for you to grab your soap and it is also able to collect the dripping water. If you’re saving up money, you can use the piggy bank cover. And if you want to waste money by smoking, there’s also an ashtray cover. They have also made some of these designs available in a library for 3D files so users can print them on their own.

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11 Sep 18:27

Flowo Typewriter E-Ink Concept Is All About Productive Nostalgia

by Gregory Han

Flowo Typewriter E-Ink Concept Is All About Productive Nostalgia

Italian designer Jody Del Bianco reminisces of a time when the constant barrage of distractions delivered by notifications, texts, and emails were yet to forever change our daily lives – a time when analog devices like the typewriter permitted singularly focused expression and productivity. Oh, what a time it was! It’s this memory of the pre-computer era that has inspired his concept e-ink input device, Flowo.

3D renders of Flowo in various colorways, including red, yellow white and green casing.

The Flowo (short for Flow Word) may appear foreign to a generation who have never had the pleasure of sitting behind a genuine mechanical typewriter (or at least its quasi-digital successor, the word processor); the design shares a striking likeness to that of a Logitech wireless keyboard with a roller-shaped e-ink display attached, a cylindrical screen mimicking the action of typing onto paper as once was the norm.

The impression of an old school typewriter is further expressed with the inclusion of two physical side knobs, the left control used for navigating the Flowo’s menu options and the right permitting the user to scroll line to line across the document as if viewing a sheet of typing paper.

Typewriters never required a backlit keyboard, but the Flowo design include one for late night typing sessions and improved typing accuracy.

Of course, this being a digital device imagined for use in 2022 and beyond, the concept is imagined with the inclusion of an SD card reader and USB-C port for firmware updates and for direct uploads or downloads. Del Bianco also imagines including Wi-Fi connectivity so typists can send finished documents to the cloud with seamless ease.

Let us only hope if the Flowo does ever cross from the realm of concept to a real productivity tool, it comes equipped with the option to simulate the distinct sounds of typeheads striking the ink ribbon just like a truly mechanical keyboard. Throw in the option to use Bluetooth-enabled Whiteout to “erase” mistakes, and consider us interested.

27 Jun 22:44

Closure of California's last nuclear power plant questioned

by Bonface Landi

There are doubts over the planned closure of California’s Diablo Canyon nuclear power station following the recent energy crisis. The station currently serves as the state’s largest power supplier, accounting for over 9% of the state’s energy needs. It has the capacity to serve a population of over 3 million residents. 

The Diablo Canyon power plant started operations in 1985. It was designed at a time when environmental laws were quite loose and nonexistent in some areas. Today, the station is seen as an outdated entity, with its facilities representing everything wrong with the current environmental laws. It is unable to manage its waste properly and is blamed for impacting the groundwater system negatively. The other reason why many want it out is its proximity to earthquake-prone regions.

Related: Hydropower sparks debate as New York fights for clean energy

The station was planned for closure in 2025, given that it is the last of the nuclear plants that have served the state. However, many officials seem to have changed their minds, considering the grim reality of the state’s preparedness. The state is currently not prepared to supply the amount of energy the station provides from any other source. With targets of reaching net-zero by 2045, closing the plant might be a direct hit to the targets. Some fear that by shutting down the power plant, the state might be forced to go back to fossil fuels.

Among those who are championing for retention of the power plant include energy experts, scientists, and even California governor Gavin Newsom. On the other hand, critiques of such a move say that it would only be a step backward in efforts to go carbon neutral.

California had many nuclear plants doted across the state, but they have been closed down one by one. In 1976, a law was passed banning the construction of new nuclear stations until there was technology to permanently dispose of nuclear waste. As a result, Diabo Canyon has been left as the only standing nuclear power plant in the state.

Diablo Canyon has been a source of controversy for a long time. The debate about its usability and sustainability started long before the plant began operations. There were protests over the establishment of the power plant after accidents such as the Fukushima nuclear accident that caused serious injuries and deaths. However, the plant has also been instrumental in serving California’s power needs. 

Via The Guardian

Lead image via Pexels

19 Jun 08:40

The ear is an inverted fetus that maps to our entire body

by David Pescovitz

French physician Paul Nogier (1908-1996) is considered to be a pioneer of auriculotherapy, a modern form of acupuncture in which the human ear maps to the entire body. In 1957, Nogier suggested that the ear not only resembles an inverted fetus but that parts of it have a point-to-point relationship to the corresponding larger part of our anatomy. — Read the rest

16 Jun 22:53

The Spotify ‘Home Thing’ is a touchscreen controller that turns any home speaker into a Spotify device

by Sarang Sheth

Following Spotify’s launch of the ‘Car Thing’, which turns your car’s stereo system into a Spotify Player, the ‘Home Thing’ is a conceptual device that turns any speaker at home into a dedicated Spotify playback device. Armed with a simple circular interface and a rotating crown, the ‘Home Thing’ is a nifty little accessory for speakers you may have lying around the house. Especially the wired kinds.

Designer: Juan Cruz Ottonelli

The ‘Home Thing’ is a neat little device to give you control over your home-based speakers. Sure, you could use your phone to control them too, but the Home Thing provides a much more reliable experience, especially with older, analog speakers that don’t have Bluetooth connectivity. Plug the tiny puck in and your speaker instantly becomes a Spotify playback device. It can now be controlled via Bluetooth or WiFi, and even manually using the circular touch display.

The display has a rather fun UI and is for the most part touch-responsive. You can tap to play/pause, swipe to switch tracks or view playlists, and access all of Spotify’s features barring probably something as niche as videos (like JRE), because of the circular display. The Home Thing also comes with a rotating crown that works either as a seeking tool, allowing you to rewind or fast forward songs and podcasts, or as a volume tool, although most speakers will probably have their own volume settings.

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14 Jun 19:29

Famous Logos Recreated As Medieval Brands

by A B

Ilya Denisov (also known as Ilya Stallone) has created a series of works “Medieval Branding” where he reimagines what the logos of famous modern brands would look like during the middle ages. Ilya is a Russian graphic designer who got inspiration for this project from his trip to Belarus where he visited several medieval castles. Scroll down to see the best examples of his medieval logo recreations!

Medieval Windows logo.

Medieval Mercedes-Benz logo.

Medieval Facebook logo.

Medieval YouTube logo.

Medieval Puma logo.

Medieval Starbucks logo.

Medieval Burger King logo.

Medieval Audi logo.

Medieval Java logo.

Medieval Tinder logo.

Medieval Rolex logo.

Medieval Instagram logo.

Medieval Ralph Lauren logo.

Medieval Spotify logo.

Medieval Firefox logo.

Medieval Playboy logo.

Medieval Lacoste logo.

Medieval Adidas logo.

If you enjoyed these, you will also like galleries of violent medieval rabbits, knights fighting snails, and medieval cat butt licking art.

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13 Jun 21:36

The little bird flips down when you have poor air quality

by KC Morgan

This innovative little device isn’t even available on the market yet and it’s already getting international attention. Canairi is a cool little gadget that monitors indoor air quality with visual representations so you know what you’re breathing.

Two men with one holding a device with a yellow bird on it

History fans will recognize the imagery of the bright yellow bird. In decades past, mine workers would take actual canaries with them into tunnels. The birds are sensitive to toxic gases that might be undetectable with the human nose, therefore a great way to text air safety. If the canary came back to the front of the mine, everyone knew it was safe to go inside and dig. If the canary died, this was a clear indication that it was not safe to mine that day. Coal miners used canaries for these tests because the birds are a bright yellow that could be seen even in the dark mine tunnels.

Related: Amazing ATMO device makes sure you breathe in clean air

Two images left to right: a yellow bird device upright on a wall, and the yellow bird now upside down in the second photo

The Canairi replicates this with no animal cruelty. The device has a CO2 sensor built in that constantly monitors air quality. When the air quality is poor, the bird will droop downward.

A cartoon yellow bird on a white air quality device with the name Cainairi next to it

Once the CO2 level passes 1.000 ppm, considered the recommended threshold, the monitor will activate the mechanism that makes the bird flop over. It’s an air quality monitor that doesn’t set off alarms or blinking lights, but is self-explanatory when your air quality needs improvements.

A yellow bird air quality device on a wall with the bird upside down

Additionally, the little bird is made with recycled plastic and comes with a rechargeable battery that works for up to three months. A USB cable can charge the device up again. Preorder the device through their Kickstarter.

+ Canairi

Images via Canairi

10 Jun 08:35

Electrolux GRO kitchen concept offers a fresh take on sustainable eating

by JC Torres

It’s no longer enough to just eat healthy. One also needs to make sure our healthy eating is also healthy for the planet.

There has been a great deal of interest and attention given to diets in the past years, especially as people were forced to fend for themselves at home. Diet fads come and go, but the ingredients we use have mostly remained the same, and the demand for meat-based products has only gone higher, not lower. Our food system isn’t just broken, but so is our mindset and expectations of an unlimited supply of materials to feed the planet at the expense of the planet itself. That definitely has to change, and a holistic kitchen system imagines how tomorrow’s diets won’t only be plant-forward but also planet-friendly.

Designer: Electrolux

Eating healthier has almost become an obsession of many people these days, evidenced by the number of new diet styles and trends that pop up every year. But while people have become generally conscious of the food they eat, they often turn a blind eye to the long-term effects of our food supply systems on the Earth’s ecosystem. Feeding the planet doesn’t have to come at the expense of the planet itself, nor do plant-forward diets have to be the same old stuff you see on the Internet and YouTube.

GRO, from the Swedish word for “to sprout,” reimagines and reinvents a kitchen designed for sustainable eating. While that largely revolves around transitioning to a more plant-forward diet, it also acknowledges the fact that meat will still be a part of people’s lives. Instead, GRO provides solutions to nudge people to become smarter about their food choices, like a “jewelry box” storage that encourages eating less but better quality meat.

GRO includes a modular compartment system that you can combine like LEGO bricks, depending on your dietary needs and kitchen space. Each compartment is designed not only to preserve ingredients but also to showcase their diversity and beauty. A Plant Gallery, for example, provides optimal conditions for storing fruits and vegetables while also letting you enjoy their fresh appearance behind textured glass.

The system also defies stereotypes of plant-forward diets as bland or unexciting, especially to taste buds. In fact, GRO encourages exploration and experimentation, like the Grain and Pulse Library, which lets you try out alternative sources of protein from grains and pulses. Included in the collection is the Nordic Smoker, which lets homeowners smoke their food indoors and infuse new flavors into their recipes. And if all those starts to sound a bit overwhelming, the GRO Coach digital food companion will help you make the right sustainable choices based on your habits and needs.

GRO is part of Electrolux’s Better Living Initiative to promote better eating and better living inside more sustainable homes. The company sent out a survey last year aimed at young people between 15 and 20 to share their thoughts on the future of sustainable living. They are, after all, the biggest stakeholders in the planet’s future, and Electrolux’s kitchen concept wants to make sure that there will still be such a future that will be able to sustain life on the planet for generations to come.

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10 Jun 08:34

The Sad Tiny Violin

by staff

Have a laugh at the expense of your friends with the sad tiny violin. Now, whenever you’re hanging out with the type that constantly likes to whine and complain, you can just pull out your pocket-sized violin to show just how much you care about their piddly problems.

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$15.00

09 Jun 20:56

Chocolate Is a Chip Dip

by Claire Lower

I think I could subsist on a diet made entirely of dips. Yogurt dip for breakfast, beet dip for lunch, pimento cheese or hummus for supper. I could spend my days dipping vegetables, pieces of bread, and chips into various bowls of creamy dips, and I would be happy.

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09 Jun 20:53

Tropicana Crunch Orange Juice Cereal

by staff

Because cereal isn’t already unhealthy enough! Ensure you get your daily source of calcium by pouring yourself a refreshing and satisfying bowl of Tropicana Crunch Cereal and drenching it with a nice cold serving of orange juice.

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09 Jun 20:44

Eight of Thomas Heatherwick's most controversial projects

by Nat Barker

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The Tree of Trees installation for the Platinum Jubilee is just the latest project by British designer Thomas Heatherwick to trigger controversy. Here are eight of his most divisive projects. Read more

09 Jun 03:56

There’s a Street Named “Butthole Lane” In England, The Tourists Love It

by A B

The proud people living on the rudely named street in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK have remained defiant that their beloved street will not be renamed. They love it. And so do tourists who flock to this street sign and happily share their photos on Instagram with a #ButtholeLane hashtag.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Rather than being just a joke that went too far, Butthole Lane actually takes its name from the old English word “butt”, which was a target. It’s believed Butthole Lane was where archers practices shooting at targets during the Tudor period. The people who live on Butthole Lane have better sense of humor than their counterparts on Butt Hole Road in South Yorkshire who, in 2009, had their street renamed as Archers Way (they were reportedly sick of people exposing their rear-ends while having photos taken next to the street sign).

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Butthole Lane would actually be a perfect place where to eat Edible Anus chocolate candy which is also made in the UK. Hopefully someone does it and takes a picture, we would love to include it in this gallery.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Worshipping the Butthole Lane.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Thumbs up for Butthole Lane.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Growing up on Butthole Lane.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

Family time at Butthole Lane.

Thumbs up for Butthole Lane.

Butthole Lane in Shepshed, Loughborough, UK.

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