When you think about thumb drives over the years they have gotten bigger in storage size but have shrunk in size. So it makes you think? Why hasn't the external hard drive been made smaller for travel? Well it has, let me introduce the Seagate Seven Hard Drive ($100). It doesn't refer to the capacity of the drive. Instead, it refers to the size. This is being revered as the thinnest 500GB portable hard drive in the world. It measures just 7mm thin, with a precision-crafted steel enclosure that highlights the look of the bare drive while offering protection for your data. It is powered by a USB 3.0 cable and weighs just over three ounces, it's a perfect way to lighten the load for those that travel while still giving you storage on hand.



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Christmas is right around that corner and instead of hearing the jingle of Christmas all your hearing is the jingling of your keys. Loose keys are noisy but handy. Instead of sounding like a dog with a jingly collar how about you get the Key Wrap ($30), by Campbell Cole, it will keep them contained like a key taco.

The Italian veg tanned leather securely keeps your keys under wraps until you need them with the help of a wire rope and a stud that fastens the leather closed. They are available in four colors: Pebble Grey, Blue, Black, and Oak.



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Objekten Systems Key Ring($15.58) by Alain Berteau is a practical product for those that don't want a case that docks your smartphone or even having to carry around a stand. The classic leather key ring with a subtle cut offers smartphone docking capabilities.  The product is also produced with recycled, bonded leather.

This product sounds like something Taco Bell would sell, however it's not even close.  The Chargerito ($19 Pre-Order) claim's to be the world's smallest charger. This charger attaches to your key-ring, and provides everything you need to power up your devices. It has a fold-out prong and a flip up Apple or Andriod connector depending on which one you purchase. As a bonus, the designers also included a built-in dock and bottle opener.  Can your charger do that? Check out the video below for more information.

I'm just going to come out and say that this watch is amazing and stylish all in one.  You want to get noticed by your watch, then this will do that for you. The Walnut Watch ($239) comes out later this year. Designed in collaboration with Stefan Andren, this wooden analog watch displays time in eclipse-like shapes and showcases the beauty of American hardwood without hiding it behind glass. Watch the video below for more information on the watch.

So what are you waiting for check out this watch as well as other products by Grovemade.

Tailgating is something that everyone who loves sports enjoys almost as much as the game. There is one issue though, packing up for it and then packing up again once it's time for the game.

Well how about this Kickstarter project; The Instagate: Tailgate In A Box".  It's the perfect solution for those looking for an easier and more affordable way to tailgate.  It even cuts down the time in packing and setting up, and cleaning up. So that it leaves more time to party! Check out the video below for more information or check out their Kickstarter page. Oh, did I mention it costs significantly less than a stadium beer or hot dog and it's eco-friendly. Instagate accommodates up to 10 people!

Summer is not over yet, either are the cookouts. Having a grill at home is great, however taking it places, not so ideal. Here is a grill that is not only easy to take somewhere but also takes up little space on the patio. Notebook Grill ($26.95) allows people to cook delicious meat and veggies in any location.

This innovative barbecue grill with notebook inspired design can be folded flat to one inch for easy storage and transportation.  It is made out of high quality heat resistant steel and has a low end price range. Happy cooking!

Keeping your eyes on the road can be a hard task. You want to keep checking your phone for directions or see who posted the lastest thing on your Facebook. With Navdy (pre-order $300.00), it will help make this a thing of the past. This 5.1-inch transparent heads-up display connects to your phone via Bluetooth and presents your navigation info and incoming notifications in a distraction-free way — above your dash, and between your eyes and the road. An IR camera lets you control things via touch-less gestures, and thanks to an OBD-II power and data connection, it can give you pertinent info about your car's performance and vitals, too, all without making any modifications to your existing ride.

Check out the video below for more info or check out Navdy site.



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The E01 Art Computer ($300) is a framed high-definition screen and integrated computer that hangs on your walls and brings art from the Internet into your home. There's no keyboard, and no mouse, just an app fro your phone that lets you choose and share the art you display.

E01 stated that "There's more art on the Internet than in every gallery and museum on Earth," which is crazy, but believable at the same time. Check out the video down below for more information or check out their Kickstarter page.

Have you ever been off the grid or been at a sporting event and had no service? Well GoTenna enables you to communicate without any need for central connectivity whatsoever. no cell towers, no WiFi, no satellites - no problem, they have you connected.

GoTenna provides a backup communication device by pairing with your phones Bluetooth LE, then using low-frequency radio waves to communicate between each other. There's also end-to-end encryption and self-destructing messages for your security protection. The GoTennas themselves are also water-resistant and dust-tight, so you don't have to worry if you want to take advantage of them on your next outdoor adventure.

The GoTenna only comes in pairs and runs about $299.99, however, right now you can get 50% off and get them for $149.00.

I haven't jumped on the wireless chargers yet, but I'm starting to see some sleek looking design that I would sport on my desk.  Like the Swich Wireless Charger ($140), which is totally different. Offering support for the Qi charging standard, it features a microsuction charging platform with a viewer-friendly angle that can rotate from vertical to horizontal, allowing you to switch the orientation on your phone. In addition, it boasts a ceramic base and platform, with a piece of American walnut cut to resemble the shape of a wave in the middle, making it something you'll be proud to have on your desk. Get more information on their site or check out the video below

In the digital age we can get caught up in technology, however sometimes it feels good to just pick up a pen or pencil and jot down our ideas in a notebook. Mod Notebooks ($29) give you that feeling of old school but it doesn't stop there. Mod lets you send your notebook back to them when your done to digitize your ideas and sync them with the Mod App as well as Evernote, OneNote or Dropbox.

The notebook, return shipping, and digitization service are all included in the price per notebook. Watch the video below to get more information or check out there site.

Wired headphones are still around and still a pain in the ass.  Your constantly untangling the wires or they get caught on something and it pulls the headphones from your ears. Such a pain! Earin Wireless Earbuds ($200) promises to do away with all of that. Marketed as the smallest, wireless earbuds available on the market. The two earbuds work together to function as one Bluetooth headphone set; no cables, no attachments just high quality audio sound thanks to balanced armature speakers.

Have you seen the Pibal bicycle crossed with what? A scooter. French designer Philippe Starck and car company Peugeot have unveiled a prototype bicycle crossed with a scooter, designed for a free cycle scheme in Bordeaux, France. Good idea. The first 300 units are expected to be manufactured and delivered by Peugeot in June, when they'll be loaned to citizens for Free. I wouldn't mind trying one out, but I don't live France.

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So we all know that Valentines is coming soon, so why not give your man something personal but useful. All men need to shave, well at least most men need to shave.

Harry's which offers a great shave for a fair price has a lineup of products that include: expertly designed handles, their own high-grade German steel blades, and natural shave cream.  The high end of products is the  Engraved Winston ($40) - a sleek, aluminum handle engraved with your initials or whatever you want that you can think of for 3 letters.   You can also setup different types of auto-refills to fit your man shaving needs.  They do offer different options for products, so if this package doesn't work, check out their other offers.

I have a ton of friends that enjoy the occasional cigar and some are cigar enthusiast.  So let me introduce the Brass Cigar Stand with Ashtray ($160). It's a simple yet elegant piece that's perfect for the gentleman cigar smoker.  It's made from solid brass and weighs about 3 pounds. The interior of the ashtray is blasted with quartz crystal to contrast the machined brass and the entire piece is finished in lacquer. The piece is 4.5" long, 2" tall and 2.5" wide. It has a leather bottom by Frank Clegg Leatherworks to protect desks or tables the stand is placed on.

Thibaut Malet is the 24 year old from Montreal QC, Canada that designed these beautiful oak and beech wood handlebar's. They are not only minimal but also functional.  Who wouldn't want a slick looking wooden handlebar for their road bike.  The other thing that caught my attention was the packaging.  Each handlebar comes in a minimal box with all the shavings from the wood of the handlebar so nothing is wasted.

I think design should optimize space and minimize the use of materials, from his packaging to his final function, this is why I try to conceive simple objects, easy to dismantle, and mobile.

There currently is a store but it looks like he might be out at this time. I wasn't able to find a price either but check out his website to see his other projects.  Also I'm sure you can email him if your interested in purchasing his handlebars.

For those of you that are always on the go and need a desk or a place to sit for work, then this suitcase is for you. Boxed is a piece of multi-functional furniture that fits in a suitcase. The pieces can transform into at least four types of furniture. It can be a coffee table, a desk, two stools and a lamp. All of these elements can be extended by the simple introduction of another part to suit the user's need. These parts then all collapse back down to their most basic form, allowing them to be returned to the case that they are stored inside. The design was created by Scottish designer Tyrone Stoddart. If you want to know more about this product check out his site.




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If you're a serious chess player then your going to need the World Chess Championship Set ($450). It was designed by Daniel Weil of Pentagram, this board is currently in service at the 2013 World Chess Championships in London, and as such is approved by the World Chess Federation (FIDE). It features a 3.75" King, and it comes boxed for presentation, with each piece individually hand packed, and a 50cm Rosewood and Maple board featuring the World Chess Hexagon.



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