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May 19, 2015 in Tech Toybox

Be Your Own Barista With The Smarter Wi-Fi Coffee Machine

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Getting up in the morning is hard enough. Getting up knowing you have the arduous task in front of you of trudging to kitchen and making coffee? That’s nearly unbearable.

Well with The Smarter Wi-Fi Coffee Maker, this agony may no longer be a problem. With a click on your smartphone from under your covers, this coffee maker will brew you a perfect temperature coffee.

Make coffee runs- or coffee runs to the kitchen- a thing of the past with Smarter’s Wi-Fi Coffee Maker.

May 14, 2015 in Tech Toybox

Pets Wrecking The House? Keep Track Of Fido With Petcube!

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With all the home improvement projects boasted about over at Idea Corner, there’s something that hasn’t been factored in… PETS! These lovable goofballs can often being the culprit of ruining some of the best home improvements around.

Introducing, The Petcube!

Connected to your smartphone’s Wi-Fi, this pet cam keeps track of your dogs movements when you’re on the go. Not only that, but with a built in microphone you can say “Hey boy! Get down!” miles away from your home. Even play with your dogs (or cats) while at work by using the built in laser pointer.

Don’t worry about the paint drying getting ruined with paws or new furniture being chewed up, instead get your hands on a Petcube.

May 7, 2015 in Tech Toybox

The Most Modern Magnet Around: Invoxia’s Smart Fridge Magnet

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Sick of roommates forgetting to get more milk? Want to blast tunes while cooking breakfast on a Saturday morning? Need an easier way to make kitchen phone calls? Look no further than Invoxia’s Smart Fridge Magnet, Triby.

This magnet basically replaces any need for a home phone or cellphone in the kitchen. With Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capability, the magnet not only serves as a noise-cancelling loudspeaker but a message center and even can make phone calls.

Invoxia’s Triby is not available on the market yet, but when it does, it’s a product definitely worth checking out.

May 4, 2015 in Home Improvements, Idea Corner

Top 3 Kitchen Backsplash Trends For 2015

Last week, Chicago Handyman posted about the latest wall trend: ombre wall paint! Now here are 3 of the most anticipated kitchen backsplash trends of the 2015 home improvement season:

1. Natural Stone

Stone 2With an earthy look and refined lines, natural stone can add visual interest and texture to a sleek kitchen.

2. Stainless Steel

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Stainless steel appliances are becoming standard in every kitchen, and it’s starting to make its way into backsplashes as well. Modern and reflective, a stainless steel backsplash can breathe life into even the most neutral of kitchens.

3. Chalkboard

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A chalkboard backsplash can change a room with a simple line of chalk. From reminders to kid’s drawings, chalkboard backsplashes add charm and an artistic vibe to any kitchen.

For more ideas, check out ImproveNet for their article on even more 2015 kitchen backsplash trends.

 

April 7, 2015 in Tech Toybox

Don’t Let Fruit Go To Waste! Try Out This Mold-Detecting Fruit Bowl!

Everyone tries to get their daily fruit and veggies in. And nothing is more frustrating when attempting to do good for the body and come across all rotting fruit.

Well London scientist, Jagjit Chodha, may be on the way to solving this problem. Creating a bowl with a sensor to detect ethylene increases, this bowl lights up letting owners know that the fruit must be eaten soon.

While only in the prototype stage now, this bowl is definitely an item to be on the lookout for!

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