Inventions are always about moving one step forward, and improving technology and stuff like that. But, some of them make us question what our ‘researchers’ are actually doing. We’d expect the future projects of these researchers to be flying cars and cure for cancer. But, this is some pointless inventions they’ve come up with-
10.Wearable Wallet- Tie Pocket
What is it? – As the name suggests, its a necktie with pockets on the back side of the wide end.
What it does – Let’s be honest, not everyone can do a Joey and carry their “Man-purse” everywhere. So, here’s an alternative for them- the tie pocket. You can stuff your credit cards, cash, drugs, and other day to day essentials in them. Because using ‘normal’ wallet is just so old-fashioned!
9. Useless Box Kit
What is it? – A shiny black box with a switch on top.
What it does – You can turn the switch on. And out of the box, a little finger pops out and turns the unit back off. That’s it. That’s all it does. “One of the silliest electronics kits ever” , says thinkgeek.com – the gadget’s brainchild. Seriously? That’s their USP?
And what’s more, not only does this box do nothing, it also comes at an affordable price of $29.99 (25% discount included!). Huh! A must buy for people with more cash than brain cells.
8. Apple Airpods
What is it– Wireless headphone.
What it does – Everything except producing good quality audio. For $159, you’d expect your headphones to sound great, right? But theses cordless headphones doesn’t sound any better than the Earpods that come free in the box with your iPhone. It does a load of other functions -that you’ll probably never need, with the help of Siri. Moreover, being so small in size, with no wires to tether them, Airpods are just asking to be lost. They make our lives hard and complicated, rather than easier and simpler. Now, why would anyone pay for that?
7.Straightener Brush
What is it? – A hairbrush that also straightens hair.
What it does – Nothing, if your hair already isn’t straight. If it is, still nothing. You can spend your hard-earned $20 on this straightener, if you want your hair to be less manageable, and more frizzy than before. Also, it comes with an additional advantage of smelling like burnt plastic (or maybe it’s your hair, who knows!), whenever you turn it on. That’s something worth investing in!
6. Fidget Cubes
What is it? – A cube with buttons that can be clicked, flipped and rolled, with varying degrees of loudness.
What it does – This cube serves no purpose whatsoever.Maybe one- wasting one’s time. This gadget is perfect for people who need to do something, except actual productive work, and comes at a price of $22. A toy that is designed to “help you focus” , and, make the person sitting next to you tear their hair out. Maybe, that’s the whole point! You can gift them a fidget cube too, then.
5. Vacuum Shoes
What is it? – Shoes that also work as a vacuum cleaner.
What it does – Supposedly, this ‘shoe-ver’ sucks dirt and debris as you walk. But, if you have to walk to get the job of cleaning done, why wouldn’t you just pick up a regular vacuum cleaner instead? It wouldn’t make sense to use something that’d not only require manual labor, but, also take twice as long. Maybe the company campaigning this gadget is oblivious to our favorite robot vacuum cleaner- Roomba. Yeah! Maybe that’s it!
4.Most Beautiful Lipstick in The World
What is it? – A clear lipstick infused with gold specks, and a tiny flower placed in the center.
What it does – Works like a regular lipstick. Priced thrice as high. The beauty of this lipstick is you won’t even know the shade unless you’ve already bought and applied it. When applied, the lipstick changes its color according to the temperature and pH. So, while you may want a “Flame Red” shade, after applying, it could turn bright pink. $15 is a bit much for a product that doesn’t even do its job, don’t you think?
3. NoPhone ZERO
What is it? – A plastic rectangle.
What it does – Nothing. As the creators themselves quote- “The NoPhone ZERO has zero features. It’s a plastic rectangle that acts as a surrogate to any smart rectangle device.” What’s more- these plastic pieces of crap can cost you anything between $5- $15. Needn’t we say more?
2. Hoverboard
What is it? – Self- balancing scooters.
What it does – Makes you look like an idiot, if you’re riding one. Just like every other pointless gadget, this one costs around $400, and gives nothing but below average performance. They can only carry upto 100kgs of weight, and hit a maximum of 16km/hr speed. The name ‘hoverboard’, however, is misleading. It doesn’t hover at all (it’ll look like its hovering, if you’re not wearing your glasses), but moves on streets at a snail’s pace. It’ll probably give you the same experience a 7 year old gets, when he’s stuck standing in between the handles and the seat of his Dad’s scooter.
1.Fidget Spinner
What is it – A type of toy whose marketers claim it “relieves stress.”
What it does – It spins. All you have to do is push the mid-piece around, and then watch. How watching a mindless toy rotate will help you relieve stress, don’t ask us. However, nowadays gadgets are more about looking cool, than having an actual purpose. If you can afford a $15 toy, to fit-in with the crowd, go for it. Maybe they’ll even organize a talent show for this thing!