Dog receives prosthetic paw upgrade
A Belgian Shepherd known as Storm lays claim to be the first pet in the world to be fitted with a prosthetic paw. This false limb is different from the rest since it allows the dog’s skin to grow into the metal itself for greater grip. This is a first step that acts as a model for future human amputees, providing a semblance of hope for those suffering from missing limbs. Such an advancement is especially neat, and if it could be merged with the bionic hand we looked at earlier today, the implications are enormous as more and more people enter the Six Million Dollar Man fold. Suddenly, $6,000,000 doesn’t sound like a lot in this day and age - I wonder if we could revise his nickname to take into account inflation?
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Teenagers love having their own space as they form their own identity. This wireless security kit is one device that most budding females would love to have - it provides a secure knowledge that whoever enters your room without permission will be treated to a shock treatment of a 120db shriek, enough to scare the wits off even the most battle-hardened adult. Each $19.95 purchase comes with an Indoor Magnetic Window Alarm, Personal Security Alarm, and a Door Stop Alarm.
BigBelly has enlisted the help of all natural and clean solar power to move its innards when it comes to compacting trash. On the outside, the BigBelly resembles an ordinary looking trash can, but it is capable of holding anywhere between 4 to 6 times as much trash as standard units. Not only that, the BigBelly is less prone to overflows which results in less food for birds to pick on, alternatively leading to less bird droppings (car owners shout “Huzzah!”). The BigBelly solar-powered trash compactor has been around for some time now, and can be installed virtually anywhere but will see greatest benefits in public places. A single unit retails for $4,000 but it sure is more cost-effective and environmentally friendly when compared to a standard system, paying for itself over its lifetime. Does you city already has this installed?
Shimadzu from Japan has developed the DataGlass Head-Mounted Video display that can be connected to a notebook or video output via USB, virtually giving you the experience of having a 14″ monitor right in front of you from a distance of 2 feet. This wearable display is meant for industrial users who often find themselves in situations where they need to access small, wearable computers under a wide range of weather conditions. This is dust- and water-proof to cater for the more extreme operating environments it is expected to experience. One thing’s for sure though - the chick modeling this sure doesn’t look as though she’s heading anywhere outside of her cozy air-conditioned office anytime soon. The DataGlass HMD is currently priced at $1,636 a pop.
Jasco’s new Flip Universal Remote control takes its design inspiration from that of a clamshell handset, coming in a fun flip form factor that is expected to save space while functioning as the perfect universal remote around the home. It supports a wide variety of TVs, VCRs (for those who have not even made the jump to VCDs and DVDs, let alone HD standards of today), DVDs, and satellite/cable. A raised keypad offers great tactile feedback which enables seasoned couch potatoes to perform their channel surfing antics without having to take a glance at it. This Flip Universal Remote works just fine whether it is opened or closed, and will retail for $18.99 apiece.
Most weeks end with a whole ton of stress on the shoulders of breadwinners, and what better way than to unwind throughout the weekend, doing nothing but having a good rest instead. The HiVox Stress Relieving Wrist Band helps keep you feeling relaxed througout the week, utilizing biofeedback techniques to improve your sleep time and quality. While some others might think that reading an old history textbook will do the same, those who want the high tech route can fork out $79.95 for one of these. The HiVox Stress Relieving Wrist Band apparently massages and stimulates pressure points that dot your inner left wrist gently, giving you the acupunture effect minus the needles. Any takers for this device?
