March 2013
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
Since time immemorial, balancing coursework with nights out has been a challenge for uni students. Now a new app from the Co-op Bookshop can help them manage their tasks.
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
Hollywood has long been fascinated with the idea of using severed fingers to fool fingerprint scanners. A new invention ensures such plots now firmly fall into the realms of fiction.
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
Music lovers have long search for an easy way to exchange unwanted concert tickets. Now a new Twitter-based service called Twickets appears to be hitting all the right notes.
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
The keyboard and mouse could soon go the way of the dodo thanks to a new invention called the “airwriter”, which let you “type” letters by tracing them in the air.
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
Violent crimes and sexual predators are a growing concern in our community. Now a new app can help to keep you safe by instantly contacting your friends or family members if you’re ever attacked.
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
Have you ever wanted to send a mix tape to a loved one, but been unable to find a cassette deck that still works? If so, a new online service can help you record a tape with a modern twist.
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
Are you sick of cats and dogs? You'll wear a tank full expression on your face when you see this jellyfish aquarium appear at your local pet store.
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
Why have a relaxing weekend when you could go to a military-style boot camp instead? Amid surging consumer demand for exciting getaways, extreme weekends are experiencing explosive growth.
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
Horrible first dates aren’t just a waste of your time – they can be expensive as well. Now an online insurer is offering a policy that protects women against romantic evenings gone awry.
3:52PM | Friday, 1 March 2013 | By Michelle Hammond
Do you have a particularly fussy baby? If so, it might be time to pamper them with a bottle of Dolce & Gabbana’s baby perfume.