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To create a solution, you first have to spot the problem. But what if the problem keeps getting overlooked?

Most of us go through the day without really noticing the small things that could be better. Some of them don’t affect us directly, so we don’t give them much thought. Others we’ve just accepted as normal, even if they’re inconvenient.

Thankfully, there are people who pay more attention. People who care enough to notice and smart enough to come up with clever ways to make things easier. Below are some of their best ideas, guaranteed to make you say, “How did no one think of this sooner?”

#1

Cat Tree Came In A Box With Instructions To Make A Cat House

Two black and white cats using a cardboard cat house, demonstrating a genius solution for pet entertainment at home.

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Captain Kakapo
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5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this will be as good even if tree is not included

JK
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5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh the Cat Came Back it couldn't stay away https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjMffHG1V_Q All you orangie owners should love this. Tongue in cheek.

JK
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5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I always love this one!

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    #2

    This Crosswalk Lights Up When You Cross To Improve Visibility For The Drivers

    Illuminated pedestrian crosswalk with LED lights enhancing visibility as a genius solution to common safety problems.

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    JL
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As long as no planes try to land there.

    Anthony Elmore
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they can land on a strip that short, they deserve the victory lol.

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    Dan St John
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Better lighting, to see the person you are trying to hit.

    Verfin22
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's awesome.

    Captain Kakapo
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that must have no snow, rain, dirt...

    Virgil Blue
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the pads also get warm, so snow isn't a problem.

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    #3

    This Chair In An Office Cafeteria Has A Notch To Hang Bags

    Wooden chair with a unique notch design paired with a white table in a modern room with patterned carpet flooring

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    TTorrest Author
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've said this about public establishments my whole life: PURSE HOOKS EVERYWHERE, PLEASE.

    Hailey Himalaylee
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah! If youre gonna take our pockets, at least give us a notch!

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    A lot of problems go unsolved simply because the people in charge of solving them don’t experience them at all. Think about how many public spaces we use, transports we take, or devices we rely on—yet so many of them aren’t designed with everyone in mind.

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    Once you start paying attention to how people with disabilities, learning difficulties, or even different cultural backgrounds navigate the world, it’s hard not to notice how many environments just aren’t built for them.

    #4

    Menorca Airport Has Holding Pens For Toddlers At The Luggage Belt

    Toddler safely standing inside a portable playpen at airport baggage claim, showcasing a clever child safety solution.

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    Ravenkbh
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They can't lock me in here forever

    Spittnimage
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Turn your back and kid is gone. Nope.

    Stephanie Did It
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I may be downvoted as well, but in all that crowding, especially if more than one child is in there, there's no way a parent can keep an eye on the child and retrieve bags at the same time. They literally have to walk away. In the worse place in the world to snatch a child.

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    #5

    The Bedsheets In Government Hospitals (Of Kerala) Have The Day Printed On Them To Ensure They Are Changed Daily

    Hospital bed with a yellow sheet labeled Friday, showcasing a practical solution for organizing weekly healthcare tasks.

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    Gordon
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish I could get these for my Son...LOL

    Rebecca A. Corvello
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would you change your bed sheets daily?

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    But which Friday? Could be three weeks of Fridays.

    #6

    Tea Shipment Used The Scraps From Tea Bags As Box Filler

    Hand holding eco-friendly packaging mesh inside an open cardboard box as a genius solution to packaging waste problems.

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    Joshua David
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Smartest idea I've seen in a LONG time. I used to work in shipping. The materials are EXPENSIVE and they are using their "garbage" to safely pack boxes is ingenious.

    Stephanie Did It
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, how wonderful that would smell when the box is opened!

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    5 months ago

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    For me, what really changed my perspective on design was watching videos from wheelchair users showing what their daily routines actually look like.

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    Suddenly, I couldn’t unsee it—the ramps that are too steep, the doorways with high thresholds most of us step over without a thought, but that require real effort and navigation if you’re using a wheelchair.

    #7

    Things Like That Should Be In More Places

    Braille on a metal railing at a Naples gazebo offers a genius solution for describing views to blind people.

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    QijianSanek
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    nope that would be scalding hot in the sun

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    Stephanie Did It
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why not place the description on a plaque instead, since it's easier to locate and clean?

    #8

    These Sheets I Just Bought Are A Game Changer

    Fitted sheet with clear top, bottom, and side labels for easy bed making, a genius solution to overlooked problems.

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    SouthernGal
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mark mine with a permanent marker.

    Billo66
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Neat. So do my kids, all kinds of colors.

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    Mya Lugar
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I felt blond there for a second.

    Gabby M
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a housekeeper dealing with multiple bed sizes would LOVE the SIZES clearly visible also.

    David Hopkins
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bought mine from Walmart and they have the tags.

    Littlemiss
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need to do this

    Zaach
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The label Should be on the corner of sheet on your right as you look at the bed - or on the left side at the top of the bed,

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    #9

    Chemistry Teacher Made Their Classroom Ceiling Into The Periodic Table

    Ceiling tiles printed as a periodic table with hooks and objects hanging, showcasing a genius solution in a classroom.

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    Mya Lugar
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yea! Test answers already supplied!

    L Norton
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That will definitely help at test time

    Anthony Elmore
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm going to be pissed if the element responsible for those lights is not one of the lit-up squares.

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    And here’s the thing: modern inclusive design doesn’t just revolve around accommodating disabilities.

    It’s a broader approach. It recognizes the full range of human diversity, including physical ability, age, gender, culture, and language.

    The goal isn’t to fix one specific problem, but to create environments, products, and services that work better for everyone.

    #10

    This Shoe Storage Under Stairs

    Under stairs storage with a pull-out shoe rack, showcasing genius solutions for overlooked home organization problems.

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    General Anaesthesia
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine the air quality when you pull it out after it's been closed for the night :)

    Upstaged75
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A few stick on air fresheners would do the trick.

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    Mogh
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The f*** is happening with the stairs? It looks unsafe.

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What do you think is under a staircase? Stilts? A massive cement block? Have a look at literally any staircase in a tenement house, dear. Actually, this is quite normal in the houses I live in. You use the storage room you have, instead of paying for space you don't use.

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    #11

    This Coffee Shop Uses Coffee Ice Cubes So Your Iced Coffee Doesn't Get Watered Down When The Ice Melts

    Iced coffee with frozen coffee cubes in a clear cup, showcasing a genius solution to keeping drinks cold without dilution.

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    Adrian
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    5 months ago

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    Stale coffee?

    Joshua David
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If a vegetable is frozen, does that also make it stale? Or meat? Come on.

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    #12

    My Coffee Cup Has A Fold Down Lid Instead Of A Plastic One

    Hand holding a foldable paper cup with a cardboard sleeve, showcasing a genius solution to an overlooked problem outdoors.

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    GalPalAl
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is vert smart and less wasteful

    Mya Lugar
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some store delis' use those for fries, chic nuggets, onion rings

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    So, what does this look like in practice?

    Let’s return to our wheelchair example. Ramps and elevators obviously help people with mobility challenges, but they’re also great for parents with strollers, delivery workers, travelers with luggage, or anyone who just doesn’t want to take the stairs.

    That’s the beauty of thoughtful design, it solves more than one problem at once.

    #13

    In Japan, Baggage Scales Are Flat On The Ground, So You Don't Have To Lift Your Heavy Suitcases

    Travelers placing suitcases on airport conveyor belt, demonstrating genius solutions for overlooked travel problems.

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    ocean todd
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why isn’t this a standard? Yes, I’m talking to you Merica

    DaisyGirl
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    UK, Australia... every u have to lift and do your back in

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    David Jackson
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Japan is fifty years ahead of the rest of the world

    Billo66
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe it. Right here in the US the midwest is generally about 10 years behind Cali.

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    Verfin22
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    I can see the need, but why is your bag that heavy in the first place? Gotta save room for souvenirs.

    #14

    This Park Has A Swing For Kids In A Wheelchair

    Accessible wheelchair swing at a playground offering a genius solution for inclusive outdoor play and mobility challenges.

    There's a rope in front of the swing, blocking the swing from being pushed too fast. I moved it around to see, it's pretty limited how far/high it can be pushed. Either way, kids can figure out a way to injure themselves on anything I suppose.

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    That tired person
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have those everywhere (Australia)

    Rebecca A. Corvello
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All parks should have these

    Stephanie Did It
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A wheelchair-bound child is not going to maneuver onto that thing alone; typically there is a responsible adult or caregiver present. Hopefully they would ensure that the child (or even adult) is safe.

    #15

    Barrier-Free Access To The Sea For Wheelchair Users In Zadar, Croatia

    Beach with people enjoying the ocean near a concrete ramp with metal railings, showcasing genius solutions to overlooked problems.

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    Upstaged75
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is great for elderly people too. My dad is a bit unstable when he walks so he no longer goes in the water at the beach.

    keyboardtek
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    I would have thought that anyone disabled enough to be in a wheelchair might find being in the sea rather dangerous.

    Another example? Closed captions and transcripts. Essential for those with hearing loss, sure, but also a lifesaver if you’re learning a new language, watching something in a noisy space, or just multitasking.

    Personally, I can’t watch anything without subtitles anymore, not because I need them, but because dialogue is often hard to catch, or I get distracted, or I’m eating chips too loudly. Captions help.

    #16

    This Park Has Ramps Throughout It So Kids In Wheelchairs Can Play Too

    Accessible playground ramp with handrails and inclusive signage, showing genius solutions for overlooked problems.

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    Mada57
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's great - but it also has wood chips which are almost impossible to navigate with a wheelchair!

    Stephanie Did It
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Y'all just come down to San Antonio and visit Morgan's Wonderland, the only amusement park in the US exclusively for the disabled. Admission is free for all disabled visitors. It's huge, and has attractions both they and their able-bodied companions can enjoy. Check it out!

    L Norton
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Willing to bet ramps get greater use than steps

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    This is obviously not in the US because we treat disabilities like second class citizens.

    justme
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not true. The US is one of the more accessible countries for people with disabilities. Thanks to the ADA. Unless the idiots in power get rid of it.

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    #17

    This Toilet Paper Roll Contains A Mini Paper Roll To Carry With You, Instead Of An Hollow Carbord Roll

    Two large toilet paper rolls with a smaller green travel-size roll on a wooden surface showing a genius solution to overlooked problems

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    SouthernGal
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m shocked! Shrinkflation has made my toilet paper rolls small enough for Barbie to use. Trying to figure out toilet paper math to determine which one really is bigger requires math skills only possessed by MENSA members.

    Joshua David
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ive been using a bidet since 2020. Since i ha ve that, i now buy the cheapest Scott I can find and it lasts forever because its barely used for anything more than a blot. As the hole is shiz free. Genius

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    Stephanie Did It
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our local store brand, HEB, has these. Great for traveling!

    #18

    A "Roadprinter" I Spotted Walking Down The Street. "Printing" Cobblestone

    Street workers using a road printer machine to lay bricks, showcasing a genius solution to overlooked construction problems.

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    Robert T
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's amazing. I'd love to see it walking! ;-)

    Dr.ChungusPhD
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those are bricks, not Cobblestones.

    Aileen Grist
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a wheelchair user I hate cobblestone lol

    Dan
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It doesn’t print them, they are laying cobbles.

    Lee Gilliland
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Arlington county has been using these on brick sidewalks and they're amazing to watch.

    S. E. in Indiana
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it prints cobblestone then what are the skids of cobblestone for? It organizes them into the pattern. Doesn't really print them, I think.

    Renee Kamphuys
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's more a stand up desk for the workers. They place the stones in a certain pattern on the top of the machine.

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    Adjustable fonts and large print are another great example. They support users with visual impairments, but they also make reading easier on small screens or in bright light. It’s a win for everyone.

    #19

    Snack Serving Robot In China Upset With Me Because I Didn't Take Any Snacks

    Robot food delivery in a shopping mall showcasing a genius solution to overlooked problems with automated service innovation.

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    That tired person
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DONT BE SAD GIVE ME THE SNACKS *nom nom*

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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would guilt me into eating the snacks 100%

    Virgil Blue
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "PLEASE Human, this is my while reason for existing." 0~o

    Marie
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's both cute and terrifying.

    Captain Kakapo
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    5 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    cyberpunk that we deserves: a passive agressive wheelie bin

    #20

    These Glow In The Dark Door Handle Stickers In Case The Power Goes Out When You’re In The Room

    Door handle with a glow-in-the-dark ring shown in light and dark, a genius solution to overlooked problems.

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    #21

    LED Bathroom Handles At Train Station In Sweden Change Colors Based On Occupancy

    Modern public toilets with glowing smart handles designed as a genius solution to overlooked problems in urban spaces

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    Brian Garcia
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know they've been around a while, but in SoCal see more and more red/green indicators in parking lots. Individual detectors above trigger whether a space is taken or available.

    Upstaged75
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have those in the local malls in my area. Very helpful.

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    Manic Mama
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless you're colourblind, like me. They all look the same colour.

    Stephanie Did It
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That could be remedied by adding a blinking feature to one of the options.

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    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Remember the little red-white rotating signs in bathroom doors that turned to the red part when you went in and turned the "key"? Same function, less energy.

    Unfortunately, even with all the brilliant minds working in this space, many environments still fall short. A study by PRP Architects found that 3 in 10 people don’t find their local public spaces accessible or welcoming.

    One big reason is that, as PRP points out, the people doing the designing often don’t reflect the people they’re designing for.

    “Who lives around us isn’t quite reflected in who [architects] are as a group of people,” says David Hawkins, PRP Architect and ED&I Champion.

    In the UK, for example, 68% of architects identify as male, compared to 49% of the general population. According to the same data, 88% of architects identify as non-disabled, while that number is only 76% for the broader UK population. And 50% of architects live in London and the South East, hardly representative of the whole country.

    #22

    In Bilbao, Spain, There Are Escalators On The Sidewalks To Help Older People Up Steep Hills

    A steep urban street with historic buildings and a red suspension bridge in the background, highlighting overlooked city charm.

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    Ellinor she/they/elle
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My asthma thanks whoever thought of that

    Wang Zhuang
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would make full use of these if I lived/visited there

    azubi
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And they are working, even though it rains there all the time!

    Upstaged75
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are young lazy people allowed to use them as well? 😁

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You listening, Edinburgh city council? :D

    #23

    These Public Benches Are Reversible, So You Can Choose To Look At People, Or Boats

    Innovative wooden bench with adjustable backrest on a waterfront boardwalk, showcasing a genius solution for outdoor seating.

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    ocean todd
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always boats.

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And people can sleep on them, which becomes a rare sight....

    #24

    My Sister-In-Law’s Dishwasher Projects Onto The Floor How Much Time Is Left

    Digital clock projecting time onto wooden floor beneath white kitchen cabinets, showcasing a genius solution to overlooked problems.

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    Zoe Vokes
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’ve stayed at a house with one of these. I’m easily impressed so I think it’s great.

    Robert T
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Next step up from mine that just projects a red dot. I swear there should be a little mouse doing a tap dance in the light. :D

    Emma London
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a machine that is the cheapest version of it's line, so when the finer models have this feature, I just have a spot of light pointing my floor. .

    Upstaged75
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same. Which is a step up for me. I've never had one that even shows the red light before!

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    So maybe we should all start noticing and educating ourselves a little more. Next time you’re at a playground, boarding a bus, scrolling a website, or walking into a café, take a moment to consider who can actually use this, and who might be left out.

    Because that’s where the smartest solutions begin: by truly seeing the problem in the first place.

    #25

    This Restaurant I Went To Has Solar-Powered Phone Chargers Built Into The Umbrellas

    USB charging port attached to a table pole with a number 24 sign, offering a genius solution for outdoor dining.

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    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can tell it's not situated in Scotland.... :p

    Billo66
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every time I see one there's gum or whatever stuck in it.

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    The fact that this is needed is scary. I forget my phone at home all the time, let alone if I have it, to remember to charge it while eating???

    #26

    For Pre-Approved Protests, South Korea Police's Sanitary Div. Deploys Portable Toilets For Protesters To Use

    Police mobile restroom truck with stairs for men and women, a genius solution addressing overlooked problems in public spaces.

    Also to clarify, it's also for the police force there but anyone can use it freely. Was air-conditioned and clean 8/10.
    For clarification, "pre-approved" means you'll get the police's assistance when doing protests. In this case, it was a worker's union protest. They got toilets, road blockades and traffic control for parading, light towers, portable cell tower, and noise monitoring not to bother the neighbors. They won't arrest you for not getting approved as long as you don't break the law or be a nuisance.

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    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is BRILLIANT. I honestly spend too much time wondering what you're supposed to do if you need the loo in this kind of situation.

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last protest I was, there were two portaloos. I think the organisers ordered them.

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    Scarlett O'Hara's Ghost
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How better to be sure to get pictures of everyone involved in the protest!?

    Historyherstory (old guy)
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    Thought the whole point of protest was to be a nuisance? "I'm sorry to be inconvenient, but could you hold my "occupy Wall Street sign while I pee?". "Hope they have Charmin. I only use three-ply".

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Being a nuisance doesn't mean you should s**t on the street. Also, could you kindly think of people who want to raise their voice in a protest but need to go to the loo more often because of health conditions?

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    #27

    Pick ‘N’ Mix For Pets, At The Supermarket

    Pet treat bar with various bulk dog treats and a weighing station for selecting and buying pet snacks.

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    #28

    These Band-Aids Designed To Match Different Skin Colors

    Box of latex-free bandages in dark brown, brown, and beige shades offering genius solutions to overlooked problems.

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    Zoe Vokes
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m fine with plasters that have bright colours and cute patterns.

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always funny when work colleagues had a little papercut and had to accept my dinosaur band-aids (because taking them from the First Aid box meant you had to report it to the department secretary so the boxes could be refilled if necessary).

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    Paul C.
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Got to admit my first thought is not what colour, more what will help stop the bleeding!

    jonesnori
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it a mixed box? That would be good in some homes and places and less good in others. Maybe they sold then separately as well. It's an excellent idea.

    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My thought exactly. If one main color is preferred by everyone in the household, the others are apt to go to waste. I'd rather have a whole box of preferred color, in various sizes.

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    Ellinor she/they/elle
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh wow, the brown one is my exact skin colour !

    Never Snarky
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m 74. I thought of this when I was a teenager. Why did it take so long?

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a kid I was tutoring who was mixed race and she was SO excited to find that they now make crayons and markers in different flesh tones. Because she can now draw people that look just like her.

    Georgia Ireland
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They need to make these for folks with vitiligo.

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    #29

    This Mall In Oakville, Ontario Has Two Active Bee Hives On The Roof

    Indoor mall area with people walking near a bees at work sign promoting rooftop honey bee hives as a genius solution.

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    Funhog
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very cool with the bee cam, too! ♥️ 🐝

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also good that those who are allergic are warned that more bees than usual might be around. Win-win-win!

    #30

    New York City Parks Now Have Bins Specifically For Empty Pizza Boxes

    Outdoor pizza box disposal bin with separate slot for empty boxes, designed as a genius solution to overlooked waste problems.

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    TTorrest Author
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just saw this for the first time on the boardwalk in Jersey. About time!

    L Norton
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Easy access for Pizza rat

    O. Puntia
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    5 months ago

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    still toss em on the ground ...

    #31

    How They Move Stuff In Amsterdam

    Two images showing a clever moving solution using a ladder lift to transport furniture to an upper floor through a window.

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    Robert T
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The hook sticking out right at the top of the building was for ropes to haul things up before this was invented. Narrow stairs make getting large items in impossible that way.

    Marsha Brown
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This type of house is also built slightly tilted forward, so when hauling furniture up or down, nothing hits the building or a window on a lower floor. IIRC, the windows can be easily removed, frame and all, to facilitate this type of moving.

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    L Norton
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A lot fewer herniated disks too.

    S. E. in Indiana
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It sure as hell beats carrying it up the stairs. Great way to do it.

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait, is that not done everywhere when possible / necessary? Had that done in Germany, too, just the boxes even, to make it easier for the transport crew.

    #32

    My Shirt Has A Cloth For Cleaning Glasses Sewn Into It

    Close-up of a purple plaid shirt cuff featuring a built-in glasses holder as a genius solution to everyday problems.

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    Joshua David
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then the dryer sheets or fabric softener get in there and its like accidentally using a Puffs Plus Lotion to clean your glasses.

    turk
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is pretty common in athletic wear, particularly ski jackets.

    #33

    Reusable Resealable Cans At My Local Shop. UK

    Resealable recyclable aluminum cans as a sustainable alternative to plastic bottles shown in a pack of natural spring water.

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    Ellinor she/they/elle
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's genius ! And when you wash them then you keep it forever !

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, that's a great idea! Love it!

    Zaach
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The edibles (drinkables) at my pot shop has carbonated soda with those types of tops

    #34

    This Bag Designed For Pizza

    Person holding a plastic bag carrying a pizza box, demonstrating a genius solution to an everyday carrying problem.

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    JAZ_P
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure about this one, the smaller item on top looks a lot less secure and isn't it just adding plastic instead of just cardboard? Looking for a fully recyclable option may be a better idea.

    #35

    In My City There Are Milk Machines Where You Can Buy Milk In Your Own Container

    Milk vending machine with coin slot, instructions, and bottle holder offering a genius solution to daily convenience problems

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    Emma London
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's just plain, chilled milk. Delicious!

    L Norton
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope there is a Cow union, for the cows that are attached to these machines 😁

    #36

    Pack Of Briefs Has A Guide To Checking Yourself For Testicular Cancer On The Reverse

    Testicular cancer awareness package with check yourself guide showing self-exam steps and facts for early detection.

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    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They could add a notice that it's not just older men that get testicular cancer. You can develop it in your 20s. Men of all ages need to check!

    Valegro
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fact #1 states that its the most prominent in ages 15-49...

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    Epona
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Irish comedian Dylan Moran has a great bit of stand-up comedy about checking for testicular cancer, where he describes it as "looking for a lump...in a bag of lumps."

    #37

    Trams In Gold Coast, Australia Have Surfboard Parking

    Bus interior with yellow handrails and priority seating, showcasing a genius solution for common public transit problems.

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    Ace
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cool. A lot of trains here in Switzerland have ski racks in them Clipboard0...9232a3.jpg Clipboard01-68874c39232a3.jpg

    Robert T
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trains in Denmark have bicycle carriages with fold down seats to use when they aren't full of bicycles.

    #38

    My Grocery Installed An Indoor Farm For Veggies

    Indoor urban garden with LED lights growing fresh herbs, a genius solution for overlooked city farming problems

    It actually wasn’t more expensive which was wild.

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    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, they save harvest, packaging, and transport costs.

    #39

    The Construction Guy Near My House As A Solar Powered Fan Helmet To Stay Cool

    Construction workers using innovative tools to solve overlooked problems at a building site with metal framework and colorful cables.

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    Epona
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Both of them seem to have some kind of fan built into the shirt for ventilation. Brilliant!

    #40

    Goodyear Tire Wear Gauge

    Close-up of a tire tread wear indicator showing replacement suggestion for a genius solution to overlooked problems.

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    #41

    I Love How This Supermarket Prints Out Instructions On How To Make Your Food Last Longer

    Chart showing storage tips for fruits and vegetables as a genius solution to common food storage problems.

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    Calane E. Vanya
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "best eaten in room temperature" - no. it definitely depends on the taste of the person.

    #42

    This Device In A German Bakery That Shows Different Bread Slice Sizes

    Wooden bread slicer guide with adjustable thickness for precise cuts, a genius solution to overlooked kitchen problems.

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    Epona
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe they are superstitious. Many superstitious people think the number 13 is unlucky. Many tall hotels do not have a 13th floor.

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    L Norton
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And where is 0,1,2 and 3 ?

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great idea! In my youth every kitchen had an electric machine to cut slices of bread, cheese, or sausage. I love my bread slices thin (and it stays fresh much longer when it's not pre-cut).

    #43

    Construction Company Covering Neighboring Cars To Keep Them Dust Free

    Car covered with plastic wrap parked beside construction site, showcasing genius solutions to overlooked problems.

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    #44

    Our Local Supermarket Offers Free Fruits For Children To Snack While Shopping

    Wooden crate with complimentary fruit for children featuring bright oranges in a public space solving overlooked snack needs.

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    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Been doing this Australia for years. It's ridiculous. The little ferals leave bitten-into apples all over the place, squish bananas onto the racks, drop peels on the floor. And god forbid if an adult takes one...!

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I honestly think that a child can not eat for the half an hour they're in a supermarket.

    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Woolworth (Wollies) in Australia does this. Might even be a pic from there, since the baskets are green.

    O. Puntia
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that'd be my guess, too ..

    #45

    The Shower At My Hotel Has A Flow Meter To Know How Much Water You Use

    Digital water flow meters showing temperature and liter readings, illustrating genius solutions for overlooked home problems.

    Bonus: ice cap is melting and polar bear disappears if you use too much.

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    marcelo D.
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so the hotel is trying to guilt you to pay less in the water bill...

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cute, but I really don't think that people taking too long showers in hotels are the main, or even the 1,000th most important reason for the ice caps melting. Taking the plane to the place where one stays in the hotel is probably wayyyy more to blame. Though I can see it as a good idea in places that suffer from lack of fresh water.

    No one
    Community Member
    5 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unrelated problems. Freshwater use isn't melting ice and killing polar bears (global warming is), but I still like the water use meter

    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where I live, our water is sourced from an underground aquifer. We strive to conserve water for the good of the community, because if the water levels get too low, we're placed under restrictions. In a drought such as the one we're experiencing, that is absolutely vital.

    IORN
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    5 months ago

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    I would have admired the meter if not for the guilt tripping. That pisses me off therefore if I see that in a hotel I will use more water than necessary.

    Emma London
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why the first thing people think is that it would be guilt-tripping? I think it's gentle engouraging. And the "You think that I souldn't, so I will do it on spite!" thing is just childish.

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    #46

    This Wealthy City In Oregon Offers Free Sparkling Water Filling Stations On Their Sidewalks

    Water refill stations offering still water and sparkling water as a genius solution to overlooked everyday hydration problems.

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    Pernille
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor cities in Italy does the same.

    Bryn
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Of course it's West Linn :D

    Gabby M
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is where I get my water lol We have both plain and different mineral water springs. Middle class here. GettyImage...06c55d.jpg GettyImages-870169852-5bb4e237c9e77c00512f8413-688e28f06c55d.jpg

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have one in our local park (and a dog bowl, so our furry friends can drink, too), but it's not sparkling water. That's impressive!

    Shaggy
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    5 months ago (edited)

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    What are you on about wealthy??? They are in every airport, in every train station, at most stadiums, most ski resorts and at random buildings/schools/pools all over the US. Heck, I saw one in a food hall the other day. Basically, they have taken the place of drinking fountains. Colorado BTW. Just smart...

    Julie Rogers
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love in the Midwest and have never seen a sparkling water station. Yes, there are water bottle refilling stations everywhere, but having the free water be carbonated isn't as common as you're saying.

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    #47

    In Japan Spaghetti Portions In Each Bag Are Wrapped Separately And Marked With The Number Of Minutes They Need To Be Boiled For

    Packaging and organized spaghetti bundles showing genius solutions to overlooked kitchen storage problems.

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    jonesnori
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The wrapping is typical for Japanese noodles like soba, somen, and udon, too, though I don't remember the cooking time being on them. Perhaps that caught on more recently than I've shopped for them. Great idea.

    Grumpy Grandpa
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Learn how to measure your noodles and not use so much plastic!

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    K Barnes
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    'Fine quality, fine smile"

    #48

    These Squeaky Kids Shoes Have A Switch To Turn Off The Squeaking

    Pink shoes with gray accents resting on a wooden floor, showcasing a clever adjustment solution for hassle-free wear.

    The six year old they belong to LOVES the squeaking. Having them on when she wants and it isn't bothering anyone is great for her. Having them turn off when she wants or its bothering us is great for us.

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    Mogh
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All I'm thinking of is Kung Pow: Enter the Fist.

    #49

    My Milk Carton Has A Level Indicator

    Carton with a creative measuring window for liquid levels, showcasing a genius solution to an overlooked packaging problem.

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    Emma London
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This also indicates that there is a plastic lining inside, instead of using just cardboard.

    S. E. in Indiana
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With a plastic one all you have to do is look at it and you can see how much milk is in it.

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always put my juices and milk into glass bottles. I want to see if anything swims in it.... Also, glass bottles have happy cows printed on them and that makes me smile in the morning. :)

    Barbara Wilcock
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My milk comes in glass bottles from the milkman

    #50

    South Korea Puts Traffic Lights On The Ground So That People Who're Looking At Their Phones Can Still See The Light

    Motorcycle stopped at red light with pedestrian crossing and sidewalk safety innovation in urban setting.

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    Papa
    Community Member
    5 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a sad commentary on people that this is needed to keep them from getting injured or killed.

    Robert T
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And yet we have a motor vehicle on the footpath...

    Bell-icose
    Community Member
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So we’re just ignoring the motorbike on the sidewalk? Cool.

    Panda McPandaface
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they can't be bothered to look up, then let Darwin take over.

    Calane E. Vanya
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my country just introduced fines for crossing the street with your nose in your phone. I guess it works.

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have never once walked around while looking at my phone. I'm not that coordinated. People are weird!

    Uncle Panda
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was meeting with some automotive engineers when I joked, "the ultimate solution will be a text message to the pedestrian in peril's phone that says "LOOK OUT!" They wrote it down.

    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A town near me, in country Australia, has these

    #51

    This Pump Bottle Is Designed For You To Get As Much Out Of It As Possible

    Hand holding transparent refillable soap dispenser with eco-friendly label and yellow pump cap removed.

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    Deborah B
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    5 months ago

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    But uses extra packaging to achieve this.

    #52

    “Pay-As-You-Fill” And “Walk-Straight-Out” Carts Have Come To My City

    Self-checkout shopping cart with touchscreen and payment terminal offering a genius solution to overlooked retail problems

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    Karen B
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wanted to buy a bottle of water at a gas station that had this at the counter. It registered as vodka. 😂

    Emma London
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or rather, scan as you fill and pay before you leave. Then you can still make changes when you are inside the shop.

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Given how the self-service tills work, I'd probably spend 30 minutes extra shoving the cart through the shop looking for an employee to correct the items or confirm that I'm allowed to buy alcohol...

    #53

    The Windows Of This Monorail In Singapore Turn Opaque When Passing By Residential Buildings, To Protect The Privacy Of Those Living There

    Interior of a train with yellow hand grips and large windows, showcasing a clever travel solution idea.

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    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But l love to look out of the bus window into other people's homes! You see such wonderful, cozy places (and sometimes get good ideas for your own flat).

    Huddo's sister
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    5 months ago

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    Why do so many people not close their blinds in apartment buildings? When the sky rail trains in Melbourne were being proposed, so many people protested about losing privacy even though they just need to close the curtains (or have net ones).

    Zoe Vokes
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because they want to enjoy the view.

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    #54

    Bus Stop In South Korea Is Air Conditioned And Provides ETA Information Of All Arriving Bus

    Modern bus stop with digital display showing real-time transit info, offering a genius solution to overlooked commuter problems.

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    Emma London
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The ETA information is wonderful, we have it too in my area and we never have to wonder if the bus or tram already went or how many minutes we still have to wait. I've heard that this also raises customer satisfaction.

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it works. Looking at you, Edinburgh!

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    #55

    My Plastic Wrap Just Told Me To Add It To My Grocery List

    Plastic wrap box with easy start roll and a reminder sticker to put it on the shopping list for overlooked kitchen problems.

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    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought this was standard practice?

    Lady Eowyn
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've never seen nor heard of this. it depends on where you are and what brand of product you purchase.

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    #56

    This Luggage Store Has An Airplane Set Up For Customers To Test Their Carry Ons And Underseater Bags

    Airplane seating display with blue seats and small windows in an indoor setting showing genius solutions.

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    Verfin22
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That setup is unrealistic. The overhead is correct, but the seats need to be squeezed together more.

    O. Puntia
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    lotsa solutions for non-problems ...

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    #57

    In China, Urinals Can Conduct A Health Check-Up For You, For A Fee

    Urinal with built-in health testing display screen offering innovative solutions to overlooked hygiene problems in public restrooms.

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    Uncle Panda
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The urinal keeps telling me I'm pregnant.

    Matteic
    Community Member
    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you a cis man? It could mean testicular cancer.

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    Wang Zhuang
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I haven't seen these in Beijing. Sounds cool

    #58

    At Kuala Lumpur International Airport Malaysia, We Have A Machine Which You Can Locate Where You Park Your Car Precisely By Entering Your Car Plate Number

    Interactive find my car kiosk with vehicle location maps and license plate input for genius parking solutions.

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    Papa
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I suspect that the personality types who know their license number are meticulous enough to remember where they parked.

    Scarlett O'Hara's Ghost
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This makes me very uncomfortable. Why and how does a city in Malaysia know where my car is parked?

    #59

    A Plant Was Put Under The Hand Dryer In A Public Restroom To Catch The Drips

    Restroom with a hand dryer above a plant pot on tiled walls showing a genius solution to overlooked problems.

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    #60

    This Hotel I Stayed At In Japan Let You Pick Out Your Pillows. Complete With Spec Charts

    Various uniquely shaped pillows neatly organized on wooden shelves as a genius solution for better sleep comfort.

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    #61

    Portland Airport (Pdx) Has A Sensory Room If You're Feeling Nervous About Flying

    Sensory room entrance at airport designed as a genius solution for neurodiverse travelers seeking calm and comfort.

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    jonesnori
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It wouldn't just be for feeling nervous. Airports can be overwhelming. They tend to be crowded and noisy and stressful for multiple other reasons other than safety.

    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So you just continue to freak out once you're on the plane, or what?

    #62

    My Roommates Spatula Has A Stand So The Bit That Touches Your Food Doesn’t Touch The Counter

    Black kitchen spatula with built-in bottle opener resting on a wooden table showcasing genius solutions to overlooked problems

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a few Supoon implements, they are pretty impressive

    Uncle Panda
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one looks a little standoffish.

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    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom has some utensils like this. She didn't realize what they were supposed to do so she kept putting them upside down on the counter. Until I showed her. 🙄😂

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what the plate is for the food will go unto. :D

    Zaach
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Black kitchen tools become carcinogenic when they get slightly melted

    #63

    A Suitcase That Can Measure Its Own Weight

    Hand holding a digital luggage scale showing 4.5 pounds to solve common packing problems efficiently.

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    #64

    Supermarket Avocado Ripeness Detector

    Avocado ripeness tester device in a grocery store with hand holding avocado for a quick quality check.

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    Pixie
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this and hope it becomes a common fixture in grocery stores! I would honestly love something that does the same for melons, though, since I think avocados are easier to tell when ripe :)

    Never Snarky
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate buying cantaloupe because they seldom are ripe no matter what method I use to determine ripeness. Would love this contraption for melons.

    #65

    The Visual Indicators Projected On The Floor By This Hospital Bed

    Hospital bed with LED indicator lights projected on the floor showing safety and operational status genius solutions

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    #66

    Missing Person Report On German Juice Packaging

    Bottles with missing person notices as a genius solution to overlooked problems and raising awareness.

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    Papa
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They did that on milk cartons in the US decades ago.

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a great idea, that's something hundreds of people look at every day in just one shop.

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    #67

    This Wrapping Paper Has A Grid On The Back

    Glossy red and white striped adhesive paper partially peeled back, showcasing a grid pattern underneath on a brown surface.

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    Never Snarky
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’ve gotten wrap like this for years.

    Matteic
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where? I'm French and I've never seen anything like this.

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    Lady Eowyn
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen that on wrapping paper from a couple of sources. Very helpful.

    #68

    This Object Used For Holding Pencils Once They Become Small

    Hand holding a genius solution tool that extends a pencil for overlooked problem fixing.

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    Stephanie A Mutti
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Artist use these all the times. Good pencils are worth using all the way down.

    Rhonda Espinosa
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, they are. My son 3-D printed a few of these for my Faner-Castell colored pencils. Good quality pencils get spendy quickly.

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    Mreoww
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have one of those. Helped me save my last black colour pencil till it was barely a few cm tall.

    #69

    This Titanium Coated Butter Knife With Internal Copper Alloy Heat Tubes. It’s Made To Heat Up When Held In Your Hand, So That It Is Easier To Spread Butter

    Hand holding a kitchen gadget designed for easy spreading and cutting, showcasing a genius solution to overlooked problems.

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    SouthernGal
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes - it is available on Amazon. Mine will arrive on Tuesday. https://www.amazon.com/Inventions-That-Serrated-Warming-Spreader/dp/B00UC6214K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=LMDJA74UMJVU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CE0bMTZZXWoATkGCnpdH0dUXCps8NLs3HGrkIatUU58Xr8Sr9kXXpxh9v4p0sixjdi6ASI-CZ2o3ztfqrSm_PJ4uTmcAQq7rJDmvkElJ3VxvwqbR7Z-zH0SQXRfMpgVGExI7S68SNVRWdohaYhTgHp7xmhod7PX2_pPHm_1KToOW9ZrkhqRKfSAkXzH-cGWVTytYfrhlBannNWeNgmUgHoVgskJyIyz2WO1vwMJzB458UQS7JinknJQyDzwkzoIr0UdJgVBrTfHBwi2m_GfiimpB-_1PNTxzqxOpNqn_Zms.trU073yQ2z6nXKo0yASiOZGlxXxFiO3yYpAvT4bMq4o&dib_tag=se&keywords=spread%2Bthat%2Bbutter%2Bknife&qid=1753673114&sprefix=Spread%2Bthat%2Caps%2C405&sr=8-1&th=1

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just keep the butter on the counter. It doesn't need to go into the fridge (unless you live alone and use it really, really rarely).

    #70

    This Coffee Shop Uses Beer Taps To Dispense Cream And Milk

    Four brass cream and milk dispensers labeled cream, skim, and 2%, set on marble counter as a genius solution for easy pouring.

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    Huddo's sister
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    5 months ago

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    Presumably it wouldn't be steamed then? So no good for cappuchino?

    #71

    This Shop In Japan Has Display Boxes Of Chocolates To Show Exactly What's Inside Them

    Blue boxed chocolate cake gift set with hands holding it, showcasing genius solutions to overlooked problems.

    one_pint_down Report

    SheamusFanFrom1987
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most likely because of strict rules regarding advertising. I heard in Japan if the food product even has so much as a tiny chip that makes it look different from the packaging, the company could be fined mega yen for false advertising. Also, only 100% fruit juices are the only ones that can feature actual fruit on the packaging. If they even contain a small percentage of syrup, you'll likely find an anime orange or characters on the packaging rather than an actual picture of an orange. Can partially confirm base on shopping for certain Japanese products but still need a bit more confirmation/clarification.

    #72

    This Graveyard Has Wheelbarrows You Can Borrow By Inserting A Coin, Like Carts At The Supermarket

    Two wheelbarrows hanging on a metal rack outdoors, showcasing a genius solution to garden storage problems.

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    SouthernGal
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m afraid to ask why anyone would need a wheelbarrow at a graveyard. DIY?

    Upstaged75
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No. It's for carrying plants to the grave. Lots of people tend to the grave of a loved one.

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    Pixie
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they are intended for those who like to plant flowers annually at a loved ones graveside. You could use the wheelbarrow to move the flats of flowers, trowels, etc I assume.

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's just so sad that they have to protect their wheelbarrows from getting stolen. Graveyards used to have them, watering cans and often spades, just next to the watering station, for everyone to use and put back. and people did because whatever else, you don't steal from a sacred place, just as you don't steal from a church.

    #73

    My Local Police Department Has Somewhere To Donate Your Old Cellphone So Someone In Need Can Make A Free 911 Call

    Cell phone donation barrel placed indoors encouraging donations to solve overlooked problems with free 911 phones.

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    Papa
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My wife's aunt was the manager at a women's shelter in Houston, and they did the same thing.

    #74

    These Helpful Robots That Wander Incheon Airport, Seoul, That You Can Use To Check Flight Information

    Smart airport robot with digital screen showing flight info, offering genius solutions to overlooked travel problems.

    reddit.com Report

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I welcome information boards, but why do they have to walk around? Just because robots are "cool"? Just put enough of them all around so one is never far from one.

    Verfin22
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    5 months ago

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    Is it in multiple languages? If not kinda unhelpful.

    Wyrdwoman
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even I can see the language button on there, and my eyesight is terrible!

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    #75

    Hotel Shower With Hole In The Glass So You Can Turn It On Without Getting Wet

    Bathroom shower with wall-mounted soap dispensers and a small adjustable mirror showcasing genius solutions

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    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Instead of just standing outside and extending your arm? Sorry, WTF? And that hole doesn't look very big, our poor body-building friends don't deserve it? Looks more like this door's version of a door k**b.

    Slmd
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The "Sorry, WTF" also seems a bit of a high horse. Lots of people have this issue, just because you don't doesn't mean it's useless. (or that you can be so aggressive for some reason...)

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    #76

    My Local Park Has Braille Explaining All The Equipment, Including A Mirror

    Curved funhouse mirror playground panel reflecting distorted images, showcasing creative genius solutions for overlooked problems.

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    #77

    My Cousin Ran Into A Medical Droid At The Hospital. It Delivers Medicine

    Autonomous pharmacy delivery robot navigating hospital hallway offering genius solutions to overlooked problems.

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    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because that's cheaper than employing one person who could do it (and could run, if necessary).

    Slmd
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because it doesn't waste doctor's/nurse's time. They don't hire people just to specifically run supplies down the hallways... especially in a hospital!

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    #78

    This Hot Sauce Bottle Allows You To Adjust The Spice Level

    Bottle of Dave's Adjustable Heat hot sauce with labeled heat settings from milder to hotter on a kitchen table.

    my_mexican_cousin Report

    #79

    This Bar In Toronto

    Copper pipes with funnel-shaped glass containers create a unique and genius solution for liquid distribution in a wooden setting.

    It uses this set-up to de-mineralize tap water and re-mineralize it with different mineral levels to simulate tap water from around the world.

    revchu Report

    #80

    My Mug Has A Tea Bag Compartment

    Ceramic tea cup with built-in tea bag holder, a genius solution to an overlooked problem in everyday tea drinking.

    abbylicious47 Report

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn't the tea that leaks out of the bag spill out when you angle the cup for drinking the last sip?

    #81

    The Servers At This Restaurant Noticed I Was A Lefty, And They Laid Out A Set Of Left-Handed Silverware

    Silver utensil set with a spoon and fork on a dark leather surface showcasing a genius solution to overlooked problems

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    LillieMean
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For some unknown reason, I use a knife like a right-handed person when eating, but I guess we left-handed people are a little weird when it comes to holding things. I always use remote controls with my right hand and open locks with my left.

    Papa
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not just leftys who do some things backwards. I hold my cell phone in my right hand and use my left for typing, scrolling, etc, and hold a deck of cards in my right hand and pass them out with my left. I do everything else right-handed.

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    Emma London
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But cutlery is designed to be neutral on right- and left-handedness? Only scissors and some can openers aren't.

    Chrissie Anit
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't get how this is supposed to be left-handed. Does it really matter with these cutlery pieces if they are used in the right or the left hand? I have never heard a left-handed person complain.

    Slmd
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It seems that this restaurant has angled forks and spoons. What makes me confused, though, is how the restaurant could assume someone who is left handed knows how to actually use cutlery left handed... most of them have been taught the right-handed way XD (in fact, it's usually the formal way to eat as well, so most people just learn the one...)

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    #82

    My Daughter's School Uses These To Transport Babies Around The Campus

    Green multi-seat stroller with child safety harnesses designed as a genius solution for transporting multiple toddlers efficiently.

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    Emma London
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love it, much better than the "play pen on wheels" carts that are more commonly used.

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are babies transported around a campus? Sorry, I only went to kindergarten from age 3, we were either in our play rooms or in the garden.

    Slmd
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe it's a big school, and they have to be brought longer distances than they usually would walk (maybe going from playroom to front gate or music room etc) or they might go on tour-like trips around every so often? Seems more like toddlers than babies, tho

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    #83

    Pet Store In My Area Uses Fake Animals In The Cages And Tanks That Are Empty

    Green legless lizard resting on a log inside a terrarium with wood chips and a water dish enclosure.

    1sketchy_girl Report

    Slmd
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    5 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could serve as a fun gimmick (especially for kids who like to spot the animals; when I was little, when we couldn't find one, we didn't know if it just hid really good or if there was actually nothing there, so we would be disappointed) and also tell the workers if there's stuff not already in there/what type of animal/species is supposed to go in (if they didn't have it written down for some reason). Or perhaps one of the people that work there is into 3d printing and just makes a bunch as a little bit of practice without wasting prints.

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    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cute! They also could put dinosaurs or godzillas in there, for the fun factor!

    #84

    Video-Call Booth In Tokyo Metro

    Compact CocoDesk workspace pod by Fujifilm in a public area offering privacy and connectivity for remote work sessions.

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    #85

    Bike Rack At National Park

    Bike securely locked in a concrete bike rack along a nature trail surrounded by greenery and sunlight.

    parallelrule Report

    Earonn -
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These things have been around for 50+ years??????

    Slmd
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    tbf, the post IS about smart solutions, not necessarily new ones

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    S. E. in Indiana
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't see a way to chain it up. Come back from your hike and just hope it is still there.

    Slmd
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yea, I was gonna say... even just one u-shaped bar across/next to each slot would go a long way for security!

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    #86

    This Device That Helps You Select A Breville Coffee Machine

    Comparison chart for Breville espresso machines showcasing genius solutions to common coffee-making problems.

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    #87

    If You Forget To Bring Your Mukena, Just Go To The Vending Machine In The Bundaran Hi MRT Area

    Vending machine with prayer kits and travel companions, showcasing genius solutions to overlooked problems.

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    #88

    Tiny Wooden Blocks Used At An Indoor Playground Instead Of Sand

    Blue wheelbarrow filled with small wooden pellets surrounded by toy construction vehicles and scattered tools on floor.

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    Guy Lombardo
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This has to be painful to kneel on. There is also the choking factor. This has “lawsuit “ written all over it.

    Verfin22
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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What are they made of? Wood or marshmallows? Either way they look uncomfortable and a choking hazard.

    Mreoww
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That doesn’t look nearly as comfortable as sand.

    Ellinor she/they/elle
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    France has very strict regulations about the use of sand in sandpits in Nurseries, so mine used uncooked semolina instead !

    Earonn -
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dices. Those are unpainted dices. And see the flat area they make in the background? That basically forms a wooden floor?

    #89

    My Local Theater Has A Screening Room With A Playground In It

    Indoor kids play area with slides and seating next to a movie screen showing an animated character, genius solutions setup.

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    Never Snarky
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Screaming kids in a theater. Just what I want.

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    #90

    My Local Ice Cream Shop Has Plastic Skirts For Their Cones That Catch The Melted Ice Cream

    Hand holding an ice cream cone with a unique spill-proof holder, a genius solution to an overlooked problem.

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    Pernille
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Use a napkin, or wash you hands after, we don't need more plastic waste.

    Wang Zhuang
    Community Member
    5 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They should just make skirts out of other cones to make them edible

    roddy
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why not make them of cardboard?