Carpenter's Workshop Gallery

Design Miami hosted the Carpenter's Workshop Gallery recently, and what gallery it was. There is not much of an input to put here, but there are numerous intriguing pieces at the gallery, and I thought I would share it. Below is my favorite, which is a cool looking mirror, but click the Source to check out some more pieces at the gallery.

Source: http://www.core77.com/blog/events/design_miami_2011_carpenters_workshop_gallery_21265.asp#more

A Window OR A TV

There have been amazing innovations to televisions over the past decade. They seem to be getting smaller, and at the same time, having better quality. Now Samsung is making a push for the future. Turning glass into TV's. There are numerous tweaks to be made, however, Samsung believes that it could be ready for commercial use in 10 years. So instead of a window, there could be a TV.

Source: http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/samsungs-breakthrough-technology-could-turn-windows-into-led-tvs.html

Glow in The Dark Labels

As a waiter, I sometimes have to go into the basement to get alcohol for the bartenders. Even with lighting, sometimes things are hard to see in certain places. Problem solved. Companies such as Heineken are creating glow in the dark labels that look very appealing. It is inspired by the dimly lit night clubs, however, it will also come in handy for bar backs. I think the designs can be very interesting. Here is one example.

Source: http://www.thedieline.com/trending-a-glowing-trend

Making Games Even More Realistic

Sony's biometric controller is just the latest innovative addition to the video gaming world. We have come a long way since the original nintendo video game console and we keep on growing. I thought the Xbox Kinect was ridiculously innovative by mimicking your moves to create a realistic gaming experience. Now, Sony is bringing us controllers that will adjust to our mood. This controller detects your mood (frustrated, enthused), and adjusts the game accordingly. Pissed off you cannot beat the final stage of the game? The controller will detect that and ease up a little bit to ease your frustration.

Source: http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biometric-controller

Fresh Potato Chips

Ever wonder if your potato chips came from a real potato or not? Well wonder no more. Lay's is putting the potato chip making experience right in front of your eyes with its new vending machine. The first machine is in a Walmart in Buenos Aires and its a sight to see. All you need to do is provide the potato and the machine does the rest to give you a freshly made potato chips made from a potato that you provide.

Source: http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/lays-vending-machine-lets-you-put-in-potatoes-and-get-a-bag-of-chips.html

The luxurious McDonald's

I recently saw a renovation to a nearby Taco Bell, which made the Taco Bell go from a regular looking fast food restaurant to a sleek, "cool" looking Mexican restaurant. Apparently, McDonald's is trying to make their restaurants appeal to the modern family. This new McDonald's in France looks like a fancy restaurant that makes you second guess whether or not your in a McDonald's or a new, hip restaurant.

Source: http://www.architizer.com/en_us/blog/dyn/34215/a-new-mcdonalds-experience-for-the-modern-family/

Look Mom, No Wires

The invention of the iPod brought about a workout phenomenon. Instead of large CD players, one could run around with a small device that allows them to listen to music while exercising. However, there was still that pesky wire that connected their iPod to their headphones. The ODDIO1 allows you to plug your iPod straight into the headphones without any wires running from your head to your pocket or wherever you held your Ipod. Convenient much?

Source: http://www.core77.com/blog/consumer_product/move_over_tiktok_oddio1_finds_a_new_place_to_hide_an_ipod_21216.asp

3D Pictures

The F5 from Mantis Vision is trying to change the way pictures are taken. Instead of taking a picture and creating a 2D image, where you can only see what is visible form the picture; you can now scan the same image and create a 3D photograph. While this technology has been available for some time now, the F5 is more handy and less expensive than its predecessors. One can now look at pictures and see a more detailed and multi dimensional view of an image. I believe this will create more interesting and detailed photographs, we shall soon see the use.

Source: http://www.core77.com/blog/digital_fabrication/mantis_visions_f5_handheld_3d_scanner_for_the_field_21230.asp#more

Mini Printer

The Little Printer, created by Berg, is a device that allows you to print receipt-like pages of your choosing. I think this idea could be very useful for someone to print out To Do lists and little things that you would not necessarily need a full page for. It prints convenient papers that you could stick in your wallet or pocket, so that you are not carrying around a piece of paper.

Source: http://www.core77.com/blog/exclusive/big_idea_little_printer_exclusive_qa_with_matt_webb_principal_ceo_of_berg_21228.asp

Iphone Wallet

With your Iphone, wallet, keys, and other objects in your pockets, you might feel like you have too many things in your pockets, and not enough pocket room for them. Well, there is a remedy for this. The new iLid is a new contraption that allows you to combine all of those objects into one. You can keep your money, credit cards, and a key into the iLip so you can have some free pocket space. I sometimes have too many things in my pockets where it becomes difficult to get something out. This product could do me some good.

Source: http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/a_step_towards_mobile_payment_keycard_for_the_iphone_sort_of_21262.asp

IT'S WAR!

The office may never be save again thanks to this new USB Rocket Launcher. The iLaunch Thunder is a device that allows you to shoot missiles at a range of up to 25 feet. The best part about this toy is that you can control it from your Ipod or Ipad to reek havoc on your cubby buddies. This device allows you to brighten up and add some excitement in your office, and you could also get a camera that attaches to the device so that you can see where you are shooting even if you are not by the device.

Source: http://techcrunch.com/2011/12/05/new-usb-rocket-launcher-matches-your-scorched-earth-management-style/