One thing this world can always use more of is good ideas. Like, there’s literally never a bad time to show off a new idea that you can only hope catches on and starts appearing everywhere.
So yeah, these ideas definitely have my stamp of approval . I feel like the people who designed these things should get awards and stuff.
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“Good guy LG saving space behind the TV.”
I honestly don’t understand why all plugs and chargers aren’t already oriented like this. It saves space, plus it keeps the cables from breaking. Like, it’s such a no-brainer.
“Using cardboard instead of the plastic 6 pack rings.”
When I say this is a genius idea, I’m not kidding. I can’t believe it took so long for humanity to figure out how to keep cans together without plastic. You could probably use this with bottles and things that aren’t beer, too!
“The steep time was on the tag so I didn’t end up having to fish the packet out of the garbage.”
It’s amazing how one small change to a package can make all the difference. Like, it was literally that easy to make it so that you can throw away the package but still know how long to steep the tea.
“This wood glue has a slot in the lid for the cap, so it doesn’t stick to wherever you might put it down.”
I honestly had to sit and stare at this one for a few minutes. It’s so genius! And yet, it also feels so obvious. Like, how did no one think to do this sooner?
“This pump for a skin moisturizer completely drains the canister.”
If there’s one thing I’ve secretly been wishing for, it’s bottles and containers that let you completely empty their contents. So, like, I need this design to catch on, ASAP.
“Japanese label-less plastic bottle for easy recycling.”
You know what? This is actually really cool. Most people don’t know (or they do know and just don’t care) to take the label off the bottle before recycling it. This just takes that extra step away.
“This stop sign in Salmon Arm, Canada.”
I like the idea of a whoa! sign instead of a stop sign. It feels more urgent. The only problem is I’d probably stop and then never go because the sign is so forceful.
“My ice cream has a spoon under the cap!”
See, when it comes to those smaller ice cream tubs, this makes so much sense! Like, you could literally eat this ice cream anywhere instead of having to take it home and finding a spoon.
“Shout out to Word for reminding me while grinding it out at night.”
As someone who’s lost hours worth of work due to my computer resetting itself and forgetting to save, this is something that everyone needs. Glad Word is reminding people to take that incredibly important step.
“Aquarium stand I assembled came with friendly advice.”
This may not be some groundbreaking design that’ll help a lot of people, but it’s still cute and I love it. Helping friends is great, but helping friends who give you pizza afterwards is even better.
“This system allows you to know if the package has been handled correctly.”
This is honestly genius, because some people don’t know how to follow the instructions on a box. This may not stop delivery people from holding your box the wrong way, but at least you’ll know why something is broken when you get it.
“Won’t be second guessing yourself on the toilet!”
There are a lot of public bathrooms out there that could use something like this. Especially the older ones that don’t explicitly show you when the room is occupied.
“Saw a touchless walk button today.”
This is probably one of the coolest ideas I’ve seen in a while. To be honest, pedestrian crossing buttons are kind of gross, and not having to touch them is definitely better than trying to use your foot (or using you hands, but knowing that other people touched that thing with their foot).
“This sign in the public restroom to encourage hand washing.”
I like when signs encourage people to wash their hands. Because there are a lot of people who will still go to the bathroom and not wash their hands. Which is just gross. Please wash your hands.
“This all in one meal vending machine in Malaysia.”
This is by far the most unique vending machine I’ve ever seen. This would really be great for those days when you just don’t feel like cooking, but also don’t want to go out of your way to pick something up from a restaurant.
“Calligraphr allows you to choose between one-time payment and subscription model so you don’t have to worry about cancelling the service.”
I wish every subscription service had something like this. Especially the ones that give you a free trial, and then charge you once it’s up because you forgot to cancel in time.
“Minneapolis airport (terminal 1) normally has therapy dogs for stressed travelers.”
Flying can be pretty stressful and scary. Dogs, on the other hand, are, like, the opposite of stressful and scary. This is a crazy good idea.
“Bathroom stalls in the Dallas airport light up to show which stall is open, and don’t have any cracks in stall doors.”
The most awkward thing about using a public restroom is trying to find a stall that isn’t used, and having to look underneath the door to see if there are feet in there. So yeah, I’m a fan of this light system.
“My local library has ‘binge boxes’ in the film section.”
This is such a cute idea! It looks like these would make for some really fun movie nights. Like, more fun than just scrolling through Netflix, trying to find something to watch.
“I bought 2 rolls of Velcro tape and it arrived secured whit a smaller piece of white Velcro tape.”
I mean, this makes the most sense. I think the best part about the way this Velcro is packaged is the fact that you could probably reuse the Velcro that’s attached to the other Velcro.
