littleBits + KORG Synth Kit

Build your own analog synthesizer using simple, Lego-like electronic pieces that snap together magnetically

New York-based littleBits has been making big waves in the design industry since their electronic modules-maker took over the MoMA Design Store. Instead of building talking puppets or electric toothbrushes, this time around the two-year-old startup is concentrating on breaking down barriers in the electronic music-making realm; seeking to make it more accessible to those who aren’t fluent in the language of wires, circuitry and …

PowerPot by Power Practical

Boil water and charge your devices at the same time with this mobile thermoelectric generator

Going off the grid for a few days is one of life’s purest pleasures. While ditching modernity is sometimes a must, having a flat battery on your mobile phone or digital camera can dampen your adventure. From making a call in the event of an emergency to shooting photos, a simple and reliable power source is the key to a stress-free foray into the bush. …

CO Everywhere App

Follow social activitiy in any area around the world with this location-specific service

At times—even in NYC—it can feel like nothing is happening nearby. To keep you connected CO Everywhere lets users tap into any area, whether you’re physically there or not. The easy-to-navigate app lets you zero in on a specific location—be it a specific building, a city block or an entire neighborhood—and access a live feed of everything happening in the region, from conversations and images …