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Google Assistant Users Can Now Donate to Charity With a Voice Command

"OK Google, donate to my favorite charity."

Kit-Cat Klock

Retro Kit-Cat Klocks Are Getting an 'Exotic' Makeover

The clocks were invented during The Great Depression to bring joy to families across America.

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Former NASA Engineer Builds Farting Glitter Bomb to Teach Porch Pirates a Lesson

Glitter and fart spray are a lethal combo.

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New Memory Foam Neck Pillow Takes the Pain Out of Travel

It also has a few nifty features, like a pocket for your phone.

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Google Assistant Is Nicer to Users Who Say 'Please' and 'Thank You'

It's a great tool for kids, or adults who want to practice their manners.

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The Simple iPhone Cursor Hack That Will Make Texting Easier

You've been moving your cursor the hard way.

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Why You Should Never Plug Your Space Heater Into a Power Strip

Take this advice from fire safety experts.

Monkeycycle, Kickstarter

This Modular Bike Goes From Stroller to Trike to Two-Wheeler as Your Child Grows

This is the only bike your kid will need.

L'Oréal USA

L’Oréal’s New Wearable Sensor Keeps Track of Your Daily UV Exposure

Plus pollution, pollen, and humidity.

Whisky-Me

London Just Got Its First Whiskey Vending Machine

No bartender needed.

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7 Ghost-Hunting Tools Recommended by Paranormal Investigators

Between voice recorders and cameras, you don't need that much to document paranormal Halloween happenings.

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Inventor's 'Every Day Calendar' Gives You a Gold Star for Achieving Daily Goals

Because we could all use an extra push sometimes.

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What to Do If You’ve Lost Your iPhone

Don't worry, there are ways to get it back.

Breville

This $800 Countertop Pizza Oven Could Help You Break Your Delivery Habit

It costs less than the average American spends on delivery and takeout each year.

CrunchCup, Kickstarter

CrunchCup: This Innovative Travel Mug Makes Sure Your Cereal Never Gets Soggy

Don't let mushy cereal ruin your morning.

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How Microwaving Food Affects Its Nutritional Value

Are you quick-cooking your vitamins away?

Ember

This Smart Mug Alerts You When You've Had Too Much Caffeine

The mug that controls your beverage temperature can also help you stay healthy.

Beryl, Kickstarter

Mountable Laserlight Projector Creates a Personal Bike Lane for Cyclists

It's an innovative—and hands-free—way to let drivers (and pedestrians) know you're coming.

iRobot

The Latest Roomba Vacuum Will Even Empty Its Own Dust Bin

Vacuuming by robot now involves even less effort than before.

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This Creepy Finger Plugs Into Your Phone and Drags the Device to You

If that isn't terrifying enough, it also strokes your hand.

IRL Glasses, Kickstarter

Experiencing Information Overload? These Glasses Make Screens Look Black

They're inspired by John Carpenter's 'They Live.'

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Sony Launches PlayStation Classic, Preloaded With 20 of Your Favorite Games

No cartridges required.

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This Mindfulness App Wants to Break You of Your Smartphone Addiction

Can't stay off your phone? Download Flipd.

Nima

New Sensor Can Alert You to Peanut Traces in Your Food in Real Time

For people with severe food allergies, Nima can ease the anxiety of eating out.