Appliances are old news, but ones that plug into computers via USB are relatively new. As computers continue to be prevalent in our lives and people work longer hours, the number of time-saving convenience devices that plug into our PC will increase.
Check out some of the more unusual of these USB appliances below, from plug-in pregnancy tests to computer-controlled desk cannons.
Implications - With computers not-so-gradually replacing humans in terms of providable services, it seems everything comes equipped with a USB port. From USB coffee machines to pregnancy tests to vacuum cleaners, universal USB ports stress the modern emphasis on convenience and "all-in-one" devices that are easy to control.
19 Unusual USB Appliances
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USB Knives
Swiss Army's ‘Swissbit' Comes with a 2 GB USB
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Fundue Desktop USB Fondue Set
17
USB Beer Can Cooler
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USB Hamster Wheel
15
USB Air Purifiers
Soda Can Humidifier Boosts Energy and Metabolism
14
USB Pregnancy Tests
The p-Teq Hoax
13
Mini USB Vacuum
Suck Up Crumbs, Dustbunnies
12
USB Christmas Tree
2007 Edition
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Drink Chilling Computer Gadgets
USB Beverage Cup Cooler Can Also Warm Your Jo
10
Computer-Controlled Cannons
USB Launcher Lets You Declare War on Unruly Coworkers
9
Digital Gardens
Fredflare USB Tulip Hub Shows Pretty Practicality
8
USB Bean Cookers
The Heinz Beanzawave Microwave Makes Computer Cooking Easy
7
Retro Desktop Appliances
Miniature USB Fan Channels Old-School Coolers
6
Geeky USB Speedometer
Mouse Tracks WPM
5
USB Powered Lunchboxes
The Thanko Hot Box Keeps Your Meals Toasty
4
USB Pottery Wheel
Build It Yourself From An Old Hard Drive
3
Patriotic USBs
USA Flag Waver
2
Mini Desk Cleaners
USB Retro Vacuum Keeps Your Work Station Dust-Free
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USB Fans for Ravers
Desktop LED Light Shows
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