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GM Presents Bare Necessities Concepts??Could Become Part of Future Lineup
2009-09-01 16:00:00
Recently, General Motors held a press conference to introduce some of the vehicles thy plan on debuting by the 2012 model year.  While there were several all electric vehicles and hybrids throughout the presentation, the upcoming concepts that got the most attention were a pair of vehicles listed as ?Bare Necessities.?
More About: Technology , Environment , Travel , Presents , Future

Backhanded Tweets From US Open
2009-09-01 15:45:00
Twitter, like death and taxes is sort like the "great leveler." Sport figures, celebs and the average Joe's of this world can all co-exist in an environment as equals and communicate with each other in a non-threatening and open way. Well, maybe not at the US Open?
More About: Marketing , News , Media , Sports , Technology

Niche Health Business: Nutritional Service By Text And Photo
2009-09-01 12:00:00
A few years ago Sprint launched a special nutrition service that is unfortunately no longer in operation that helps keep perpetual dieters always on task. Since this business is no longer in operation, it opens up a niche industry void that could use filling.
More About: Business , Photo , Health , Gadgets , Service

Retro Wearable Wrist Computer: Fashion and Technology Faux Pas Of The 80's
2009-09-01 12:00:00
This wearable gadget is about to get you thinking "just look at how far we come", and while retro fashions might be becoming trendy in a very big way, this is one design that should have remained in the 80's.
More About: Technology , Fashion , Computer , Retro , Faux Pas

Rocket Tent: A New Level Of Ultralight Four-Season Tent
2009-09-01 04:00:00
The Brooks Range Rocket Tent redefines lightweight for winter-ready tents. Consider this one for your next backcountry skiing or mountaineering adventure.
More About: Sports , Women , Environment , Outdoors , Products

Surf Skiing--Sport Of The Future?
2009-09-01 01:00:00
A cross between skiing and stand up paddleboarding, surf skiing is a new alternative in the world of water sports. Its inventor Jason Starr is determined to make it a household sports term.
More About: Sports , Fun , Environment , Outdoors , Products

Is Smart Mass the Ultimate Adult Office Toy?
2009-09-01 00:55:00
Smart Mass introduces a few new tricks to the ol' putty that we all know and love.  It can drip from the ceiling or be shattered with a hammer.  How's that for new tricks?
More About: Office , Smart , Adult , Ultimate

Volkswagen to Bring 71MPG BlueMotion Polo to US....May Hurt Prius Sales
2009-09-01 00:22:00
Since first being introduced, the Volkswagen Polo has been one of the most fuel efficient vehicles on the road. Years of diesel development and improvements to powertrain design have improved the overall efficiency ever more. Now, VW is offering a BlueMotion version of the Polo and promising even more miles for every gallon.
More About: Technology , Environment , International , Travel

Carry Your Cargo With Bullitt
2009-08-31 23:00:00
Looking like a scooter retro-fitted onto a commuter bike, the Bullitt offers generous storage space for all your gear and cargo.
More About: Environment , Outdoors , Lifestyle , Products , Fitness

Motion Tracking Web Camera Makes It Risky To Teleconference While Naked
2009-08-31 20:47:00
If your computer is equipped with the BCP-401, you'd better be careful what you wear when teleconferencing with the boss!
More About: Business , Computers , Products , Gadgets , Camera

Kilobike Expandable Bike
2009-08-31 20:00:00
Tired of buying a bike for your child every year or two? Kilobike expands to properly fit growing children.
More About: Outdoors , Lifestyle , Fitness , Travel , Toys

Digital Criminals Preying On Social Networks
2009-08-31 18:44:00
Its important to be aware of your surroundings and suspicious activity at all times,whether you are crossing a highly trafficked street in Manhattan or posting your profile to a social network. All the same rules apply and then some. Letting our guard down online creates greater risks as an alarmingly high proportion of users are prepared to be 'friends' on social networks with people they don't really know.
More About: Marketing , Security , Social , Media , Women

Chic Food Inspired Jewelry Designs Support Food Crisis
2009-08-31 12:00:00
Your child did it first, making jewelry from cereal like Cheerios and Fruit Loops. Now a designer has taken that trend from preschool to runway, but this time, it's not actually edible so you don't have to worry about your purchases going soggy like this morning's breakfast.
More About: Lifestyle , Food , Jewelry , Clothing , Food and Drink

Marsh Mellow Festival Boutique: Novelty Festival Gear Will Have Other Burni
2009-08-31 12:00:00
With the days of summer drawing to an unofficial close, there are summer music festivals taking place around the world to wish it adieu. Finding all of the things you need to survive roughing it in the sub-standard living conditions can be a challenge, but not with one UK business making everything easily accessible.
More About: Business , Outdoors , International , Entrepreneur , Festival

Chic Food Inspired Jewelry Designs Support Food Crisis
2009-08-31 12:00:00
Your child did it first, making jewelry from cereal like Cheerios and Fruit Loops. Now a designer has taken that trend from preschool to runway, but this time, it's not actually edible so you don't have to worry about your purchases going soggy like this morning's breakfast.
More About: Lifestyle , Food , Jewelry , Clothing , Food and Drink

Marsh Mellow Festival Boutique: Novelty Festival Gear Will Have Other Burni
2009-08-31 12:00:00
With the days of summer drawing to an unofficial close, there are summer music festivals taking place around the world to wish it adieu. Finding all of the things you need to survive roughing it in the sub-standard living conditions can be a challenge, but not with one UK business making everything easily accessible.
More About: Business , Outdoors , International , Entrepreneur , Festival

Cookie Trail & Social Network Identifiers Can Leak Private Data!
2009-08-31 00:44:00
What if Santa Claus' identity was revealed when his cookie trail exposed his exact whereabouts on Christmas Eve? This would not only take all the fun and wonderment out of Christmas, it would be providing too much information for too many inquiring minds.
More About: Marketing , News , Security , Business , Social

Cookie Trail & Social Network Identifiers Can Leak Private Data!
2009-08-31 00:44:00
What if Santa Claus' identity was revealed when his cookie trail exposed his exact whereabouts on Christmas Eve? This would not only take all the fun and wonderment out of Christmas, it would be providing too much information for too many inquiring minds.
More About: Marketing , News , Security , Business , Social

Bunny Petting Cafe Has Rabbit Fans Hopping
2009-08-30 19:17:00
Did you hare? Japan's Bunny Petting Cafe is the best thing in ears, and that's fur certain!
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Bunny Petting Cafe Has Rabbit Fans Hopping
2009-08-30 19:17:00
Did you hare? Japan's Bunny Petting Cafe is the best thing in ears, and that's fur certain!
More About: Fans

Burning Man Bike Camper
2009-08-30 18:00:00
This sweet bicycle-pulled trailer was hand-built for self-sufficiency and then put to use at Burning Man. Nearly everything you need rolled into into a clean, portable package.
More About: Fun , Environment , Outdoors , Fitness , Travel

Smart ForTwo Takes Top Honors in New IIHS Roof Crush Testing
2009-08-30 15:40:00
Not too long ago, news broke that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) would begin conducting tests to see how safe occupants were in a collision that led to a roll-over. Since then, they have been working their way through each vehicle segment, and posting the results about which car, truck or minivan provided the most protection. In a recent set of tests conducted on the small car segment, the number one choice came as a surprise to more than a few.
More About: Technology , Environment , Travel , Testing , Smart

Young Leaders in Arab Worlds Learn How Social Media Makes Change
2009-08-30 15:30:00
As was witnessed recently with the Iranian Twitter Revolution and the protesters making their voices heard on Twitter and Facebook this past June, the Arab World is embracing social media in an impacting way. Now more important than ever, the Middle East is involved in open dialogue, no matter what risks may be incurred as a result.
More About: Videos , Marketing , Social , Media , Education

Drink Bouncers: In The Business Of Protecting Your Cocktails
2009-08-30 12:00:00
When you go out to a nightclub, after a couple of drinks, it can be a big job to keep an eye on your drink, so what would you think of drink bouncers to do it for you. Sadly, it might not be exactly what you think (or what I hoped it was), but it will help keep you protected when you're ready to kick back.
More About: Marketing , Business , Drink , Entrepreneur , Food and Drink

The UNI Watch: Customizable Digital Watch Face
2009-08-30 12:00:00
Sometimes it's hard to decide on a look, even when it comes to a watch, but with an innovative new design that's no longer an issue, and you don't even have to go out an invest in multiple styles!
More About: Watch , Electronics , Clothing , Gadgets , Art and Design

Facebook,Twitter, Flickr & YouTube Boycott Whole Foods
2009-08-29 23:18:00
Labeled A-Hole Foods by some, an army of bloggers have taken to full battle gear ever since John Mackey's op-ed appeared in the Wall Street Journal on August 12, 2009. Triggering significant backlash, Whole Foods may have a hard time overcoming a social media nightmare spurred on by their leader.
More About: Videos , Marketing , News , Media , Youtube

Crocodile Foot Charm Means 'Hands Off'
2009-08-29 19:05:00
This cured crocodile foot comes in your choice of 5 pleasing colors. It also comes in handy when you want to send a message but don't have any severed horse heads around.
More About: Hands , Charm , Foot

Super Slim Video Player Fits Inside Magazines
2009-08-29 18:00:00
CBS introduces the world's first "Video -In-Print" advertisement.  Is it an eye-catcher?
More About: Videos , Marketing , Television , Media

Bike Helmets of NYC
2009-08-29 18:00:00
NYC Bike Helmets were commissioned by the city and offer a more fashionable alternative to the average bike helmet.
More About: Security , Sports , Outdoors , Lifestyle , Products

Ben Franklins For Freezers, Sequel To Cash For Clunkers!
2009-08-29 17:17:00
Ben Franklins for Freezers? Dollars for Dishwashers? Coin for Central Air? or Cash for Appliances? Whatever you'd like to call it, after the overwhelming success of the "Cash for Clunkers" program, the next government incentive to save consumers money will debut as early as this fall. However on this go around, you will receive rebates for the purchase of new Energy Star-qualified home appliances.
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