For those living in the first world, the word “need” often takes on a new meaning. In reality, no one needs many of the modern conveniences that are so prevalent in society today, but many of them make life more convenient and therefore get categorized in this fashion. Still, there are those products that clearly fall into either the “need” or “want” category. Despite this, sometimes a product is invented that is so intriguing, so convenient and just downright amazing, that it becomes hard to tell the difference between whether it is a need or just a want. Here are five of those amazing inventions.
Yes, that is what you think it is. A fully-inflatable, air-pump free couch that is ultra-portable and really easy to carry and that’s why it’s #1 on our list of amazing inventions. In fact, it only weighs 1.2 kg (which is about 2.6 lbs. for those us weird Americans) and can be folded up to be just over a foot (35 cm) long and just over half a foot (18 cm) in diameter (for Americans, that means it is really small). Of course, the really cool thing is that once it is inflated it can be used as a two-person couch, or a comfortable place to rest your head.
Everyone knows breakfast is the most important meal of the day and thanks to this nifty little invention you can have everything prepared in one fell swoop. Ready to toast your toast, brew your coffee and even cook up those bacon and eggs, this is surely a space saver and one of the best inventions to happen to breakfast -ever.
Of the amazing inventionsĀ that have propelled the world forward in the 21st century, the 3-D printer is undoubtedly at the top of the list. It allows people to create a wide assortment of goods at a cost that would have been impossible prior to this great at-home device. This one happens to be more affordable and gives you more bang for your buck than most options out there, but take your pick as to what the best is. There are so many to choose from, and learning how to properly use this type of device can save you a lot of money in the long run.
Everyone knows one of the hardest things about taking a shower is knowing when it is safe to touch the water. Is it scalding hot or freezing cold? With this shower head, you will not only always know the answer, but you will also get a nice, steady stream of perfect temperature water to shower in.
Everyone knows how fun it can be to load up the cooler with food and drinks and head out for a day in the sun. Whether you are on the beach, in a park, or out on the open seas, a good cooler can go a long way. Of course, this cooler does much more than keep your stuff cold, as it packs in a blender, speakers, and more with its awesome construction. As the Coolest Cooler makers say, it’s like “a party disguised as a cooler.”