Having blood drawn or an intravenous line inserted can be nasty experiences. According to Accuvein, studies show that up to one third of attempts to access a vein fail the first time, creating unnecessary patient misery as well as additional costs. The company has created a device that is now in use in more than 750 US hospitals. Called the AccuVein AV300 vein illumination solution, the device projects a pattern of light on a patient’s skin that reveals the position of underlying veins. This makes it easier for hospital staff to insert an intravenous line, draw blood for testing or insert a needle for blood donation. The AccuVein AV300 is simple to use. The device is pointed at an area of the skin and with one click, light illuminates the peripheral veins beneath the body's surface.
MultiMi is a free desktop app that makes it a breeze to share and socialize across your e-mail accounts and social networks. Chat, swap photos, update your status, check your inboxes and calendar — all in one safe place. The MultiMi experience from AVG Technologies provides users with a single point of access, a personal dashboard, for all their PC files, email accounts, social media platforms — such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter — and content from cloud services, including YouTube, Flickr, cloud storage services and Google Docs. For example, users can drag a tweet into an email while simultaneously updating their Facebook status, or drop a photo from email into Flickr or Picasa. MultiMi integrates multiple channels seamlessly. Download or see it in action on .
Heartbeats by Lady Gaga are part of the Beats by Dr. Dre headphone line — but they're actually earbuds. This sound system is inspired by leather and studs, and features the sonic technology expected from the Beats by Dr. Dre line of products. Heartbeats by Lady Gaga comes with six sets of ear tips to ensure a fit for every wearer, tangle free cable, hard carrying case and ControlTalk, which enables iPhone and iPod music playback control as well as hands-free calls with iPhone and many smartphones. Available in two colors, black or gold, the earbuds retail for $149.
A new exhibition has just opened at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City. "Talk to Me: Design and the Communication between People and Objects," focuses on objects that involve a direct interaction — such as interfaces, information systems, visualization design, and communication devices — and on projects that establish an emotional, sensual or intellectual connection with their users. Examples range from a few iconic products of the late 1960s to several projects currently in development — including computer and machine interfaces, websites, video games, devices and tools, furniture and physical products, and extending to installations and whole environments. .
The Zip Touch-n-go from is based on a charging pad that supports multiple magnetic Mini USB and Micro USB “ZipTail” charging receivers compatible with many smart devices. The short, tangle-proof ZipTails are equipped with rounded magnetic chargers at the end that connect to any of the dimpled spots on the main charging pad. The ZipTails allow allow consumers to pick up a phone call immediately without worrying about disconnecting or reconnecting due to cable-length constraints. The device automatically resumes charging as the ZipTail reattaches. By using a magnetic conductive charging technique and connecting the ZipTails directly to the device, the Zip reduces energy loss and provides a quick charge. And with the included 2100mA power adapter, the Zip can charge at least three mobile phones at once. The Zip Touch-n-go comes with a starter kit that includes one Mini USB and two Micro USB ZipTail receivers. Additional receivers are available separately. It retails for $80.
