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12:22 October 5, 2009 PDT

The wn-2 watch with orbital view of a miniature Earth
(Image: Think The Earth)

Much like the recent spherical Eris watch, here’s another way to tell the time that is a little “out of this world”. Japanese not-for-profit organization Think The Earth has released the wn-2 watch, featuring a tiny replica of the Earth that rotates in the same direction and at the same speed as the real thing. By offering a view similar to that seen from orbit, the creators hope the wn-2 (which stands for “watch Northern Hemisphere”) will encourage the wearer to put things in perspective and consider the world around them. Read More

GOOD THINKING

BeerPaq CarboPouch looks odd, keeps beer fresh

By Alan Brandon

17:46 July 15, 2009 PDT

The BeerPaq CarboPouch protects its contents from light and air

There’s nothing like kicking back with a cold bottle of beer on, well, any day really. But if Beverage Pouch Group LLC has its way, you may soon be sipping your favorite artisanal ale from a plastic pouch. The BeerPaQ CarboPouch line of beverage packs looks like something astronauts might use to pack their brewskies on the International Space Station, but the manufacturer says they are an ideal container for small craft breweries and micro brewers. Read More

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Time to think globally - the wn-2 Earth watch

BeerPaq CarboPouch looks odd, keeps beer fresh