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You’ve been using everyday items all your life without knowing their real hidden purposes. Discover surprising alternative uses, secret features, and clever functions built into familiar objects. Once you see what they were actually designed to do, you’ll never look at them the same way again. Hit play and prepare for a few jaw-dropping moments.
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00:00:00So, making a mistake with a pencil is easy to fix.
00:00:03You just use the pink side, right?
00:00:05And with ink, you just flip the eraser and use the blue part.
00:00:09Wrong!
00:00:10And you just wrecked a perfectly good piece of paper.
00:00:13That's because the blue part is actually also for pencil.
00:00:17Mind blown!
00:00:18The blue side of the eraser is for erasing mistakes on thicker paper,
00:00:23where the softer pink side just can't get the job done.
00:00:26A vegetable peeler isn't just for potatoes or carrots.
00:00:30You can use it to shave off thin slices of onion.
00:00:34Hey, I just saved you time, stress, and a whole bunch of tears.
00:00:39It's also good for cutting perfect thin slices of cheese.
00:00:43Everything is better with cheese.
00:00:45The diagonal leather patch on backpacks isn't just for decoration.
00:00:50It's there to hold your nasty shoes.
00:00:53Backpacks are made for the outdoors, with pockets to hold water bottles,
00:00:58pens, maps, coins, and maybe even tiny dogs.
00:01:01So, it makes sense to tie up your muddy shoes on the outside of your bag.
00:01:07Placing a wooden spoon across the top of a pot of pasta
00:01:10can stop it from turning into a volcano situation.
00:01:14The bubbles get all confused when they come into contact
00:01:17with the spoon's water-repelling surface.
00:01:20And they retreat back into the pot, victory!
00:01:23Less mess, and more pasta!
00:01:26If you're pre-rinsing your dishes like you were told to,
00:01:29you might be getting worse results from your dishwasher.
00:01:33Most modern dishwashers have sensors inside them
00:01:36to sense how dirty your plates are.
00:01:38Then they unleash a controlled jet of water to get all of that stuff off.
00:01:43Scrape any solid food into your compost bin and stack them up properly.
00:01:48Let the dishwasher do the hard work.
00:01:51Dropping an open juice box can turn a relaxing sundae
00:01:55into a day of cleaning up a sticky mess.
00:01:58The manufacturers know how you feel and how clumsy you can be.
00:02:02That's why they put little handles on the cartons.
00:02:05Flip up the flaps at the top of the juice box.
00:02:08Okay, now you can totally space out.
00:02:12Blenders are designed to have the liquids put in first.
00:02:15To make the perfect smoothie, add your milk, coconut water, yogurt,
00:02:19or whatever you use in first.
00:02:22Then your berries and spinach and whatever.
00:02:25You can thank me later.
00:02:26You're welcome.
00:02:28Ever pull the foil lid off a pudding or one of those mini applesauce things
00:02:33and realize you don't have a spoon with you?
00:02:36Don't worry, there's a trick for that hidden in the foil.
00:02:40Give it a little fold and it's good to go.
00:02:43Now, it's not really a spoon, more of a mini shovel, but it gets the job done.
00:02:49Or you can use your fingers instead.
00:02:51No.
00:02:53No more sacrificing your fingernail on that key ring your friend got you in Cabo.
00:02:58For a frustration-free way to add a new key to your ring, grab a staple remover and wedge its
00:03:05teeth between the coils.
00:03:07Create even more space by pressing down.
00:03:10Now, there's no need to cry over spilled milk.
00:03:14Pouring milk out of a carton can sometimes lead to messy accidents.
00:03:18Unless you use this simple trick.
00:03:20Turn the carton around and pour it out that way.
00:03:24What?
00:03:25It may seem weird, but once you try it, you'll never go back.
00:03:29Have you ever tried to pull out a square of plastic wrap only to have the whole roll jump out
00:03:35of the box in excitement?
00:03:37Not anymore.
00:03:38There's little cardboard tabs on the sides to hold the tube in place, making it easy to glide the film
00:03:46out.
00:03:46Just push them in and never be frustrated again.
00:03:50Never!
00:03:51Using a plunger on a clogged kitchen sink or toilet can be annoying.
00:03:56But have you really got the right tool for the job?
00:04:00One is the standard bowl-shaped rubber head.
00:04:03This is perfect for flat surfaces like a sink or a tub.
00:04:07The other one has a narrower head on it, specifically designed for toilet pipes.
00:04:12Having a cold drink on a hot summer's day is so refreshing.
00:04:17But what do you do if your soda bottle is still warm?
00:04:21Cry?
00:04:22The always-handy paper towel is here to save the day.
00:04:26Wet the towel, wrap it around the bottle, and place it in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes.
00:04:32Presto!
00:04:32A nice cold beverage!
00:04:35When you look at a check and see MP near the signature line,
00:04:39it means the check printer used micro-print as an extra security feature.
00:04:44To the untrained eye, it looks like a normal line.
00:04:47Tricky stuff!
00:04:49Elevators have many tricks up their sleeves.
00:04:52Not that they actually wear coats or anything.
00:04:55Pressing the floor button twice to turn it off?
00:04:58Holding the closed door button and your floor together to get an express ride?
00:05:03Does that actually work?
00:05:04But what about that secret hole in the outside door?
00:05:08Is someone looking in on your bored, resting elevator face?
00:05:12As cool as that would be, it's only for maintenance people to open the elevator and fix any problems.
00:05:19Cutting cherry tomatoes can be extremely boring, one tomato at a time.
00:05:24Surely there's a quicker way to do this.
00:05:27Well, try placing a bunch of them between two plates.
00:05:31Slice in between and enjoy perfectly cut cherry tomato halves.
00:05:36The colored tags used to seal bread tell you which day of the week the bread was baked on.
00:05:42Who would have guessed?
00:05:43The coating makes it easier for shops to remove older loaves from the shelves.
00:05:49But bread tags can do more than keep your favorite loaf sealed.
00:05:53Grabbing the right cord from behind the TV is all about luck.
00:05:57Until now!
00:05:58Use the old bread tags as indicators to quickly find the cord you want.
00:06:04Look at some of those loose coins in your jar by the door.
00:06:08Notice those ridges?
00:06:09Back in the 18th century, people would file coins down, round up the shavings, and mint their own coins later.
00:06:17To stop this, the US Mint decided to put ridges on the coins to show if they'd been tampered with.
00:06:24Now, it's just tradition.
00:06:26The indent at the bottom of wine bottles is called a punt.
00:06:31The punt makes the wine bottles stronger.
00:06:33So if they're dropped, the cork won't fly across the room with all that pressure.
00:06:38Now, takeaway sodas have a built-in coaster.
00:06:41Where, you might ask?
00:06:43The lid, of course.
00:06:44Place the lid down on a table under your drink to avoid any of those annoying condensation rings.
00:06:51Wooden hangers aren't just great for the environment, they'll save your clothes, too.
00:06:56If you have pine or cedar hangers laying around, keep them in the closet with all the others.
00:07:02The secret behind wooden hangers is that they'll keep moths off your clothes and make them smell fresh, too.
00:07:08Only a few people know the secret of getting your to-go ketchup out of the bottle without wasting any.
00:07:15So tap that number 57 sweet spot to get a perfect, what's-the-word, dollop.
00:07:22Don't waste your strawberries by cutting off the top.
00:07:25Use a straw and push through from the bottom of the strawberry.
00:07:29Now enjoy a tasty cylinder of strawberry goodness.
00:07:33Just don't eat the leaves.
00:07:35The brushes on the sides of escalators aren't for cleaning your shoes.
00:07:39But they do do a great job.
00:07:42The nylon brushes stop us from getting caught on the side of the escalator by tickling our ankles.
00:07:48Interesting trick.
00:07:50Many screwdrivers can be used with a wrench to create more torque.
00:07:54Just place the wrench over the handle of the screwdriver and you'll use a lot less force than you would
00:08:00have before.
00:08:01It also makes it easier to get to those hard-to-reach areas.
00:08:05Flip any Tupperware container over and you'll likely see a few symbols.
00:08:10These are to show you if they're dishwasher safe, if they can be microwaved or frozen, and how to recycle
00:08:16them.
00:08:17So it turns out we've been opening bananas wrong for way too long.
00:08:22Instead of opening up at the stem, turn them upside down and peel from the bottom.
00:08:28It opens much easier that way.
00:08:30That's how monkeys eat them, so how do we get it so wrong?
00:08:35Analog watches can do much more than tell time.
00:08:38If you need to step away from your computer a bunch of times but don't want to have to keep
00:08:43logging back in,
00:08:45place your mouse over the top of your analog watch.
00:08:48The mouse will read the ticking second hand and keep your computer screen from turning black.
00:08:54Extension cords can easily frustrate anyone.
00:08:58Just as you start getting into a rhythm, the power cuts out.
00:09:02The best way to avoid this is simple.
00:09:04Builders use this trick all the time.
00:09:06Tie the ends together and they'll never disconnect again.
00:09:11Keychain bottle openers aren't just for kids, you know.
00:09:14On the underside, there's a thing you can use to open a can as well.
00:09:19This works especially well if you don't have nails or don't want them broken.
00:09:24Back in the day, pizza for dinner was like winning the lottery, only with more cheese.
00:09:30But did you ever notice that plastic stopper in the middle of the box stopping the lid from touching the
00:09:35pizza?
00:09:36It also has another use.
00:09:39Use this little stopper to hold down the slice next to yours when you're getting it out of the box.
00:09:44Yeah, you can thank me later.
00:09:47That square of fabric isn't meant for repairing holes in your clothing, although might as well keep it just in
00:09:53case.
00:09:54It's actually a tester for your washing machine and detergent.
00:09:58If the fabric square comes out of the cycle okay, then wash away.
00:10:02But be honest, how many people do you think have really ever done this?
00:10:08I'm guessing not many.
00:10:11Now, don't blame that little lump on your computer cable for getting stuck somewhere for the umpteenth time.
00:10:17The cylinder, shapes and colors may vary, actually prevents interference from other signals, like those your phone emits.
00:10:25A lack of privacy in public bathrooms, I mean those large gaps beneath where normal doors tend to be, is
00:10:33there for a reason.
00:10:34This way, people do their business faster and there are fewer lines.
00:10:39Also, if something goes wrong, it's easy to find a person who needs help.
00:10:43In London, there are some poles that kind of look like street lamps, but there are no bulbs.
00:10:49Well, their official name is stink pipes, and they're a thing of the past now.
00:10:54But they used to come in handy back in the nineteenth century.
00:10:57These hollow poles would vent away the air and explosive gases with bad smells to prevent, shall we say, unwanted
00:11:05consequences.
00:11:07Blank pages in the books aren't actually for the author's signature.
00:11:11It's all about the manufacturing process.
00:11:14Books are printed on large sheets, so one sheet can fit in four pages.
00:11:19If a book has an odd quantity of printed pages, chances are you'll get a blank one for notes.
00:11:26Now, originally, golf balls were smooth.
00:11:29But some time ago, players noticed that overused balls with damages flew better than brand new ones.
00:11:36At some point, they started producing balls with dimples.
00:11:41Windshield black dots help disperse the sun glaring right into your eyes.
00:11:45This sort of frame keeps the UV rays away, so it serves as sunglasses for your car.
00:11:52The tab on the rearview mirror has obvious functions.
00:11:55It holds your air freshener, that cute toy.
00:11:58But in reality, it was meant to be a tumbler between day and night mode.
00:12:03It reduces the glare from the car behind you, so you can't be blinded.
00:12:08Colored dots on chip bags aren't as useful as those on the windshield, but they have a purpose too.
00:12:15Manufacturers need them to control the package color and show what ink color was used on the package.
00:12:20No big deal.
00:12:21Your microwave has a silent mode.
00:12:24Seriously.
00:12:25If those beeps drive you nuts, press 1 or 0 and hold.
00:12:30It might work.
00:12:31Also, there is sometimes a silent button you kept ignoring all this time.
00:12:36Anyway, there are no two identical microwaves, so a manual should come in handy.
00:12:43Grocery cart loops have more functions than you think.
00:12:46You don't want to put your fancy white jacket in a cart next to carrots and coke.
00:12:50This little hook-like thingy helps organize all the stuff in your cart better, so you can enjoy your shopping
00:12:58trip.
00:12:59Another thingy we often neglect is a point on an ointment cap.
00:13:04Most tubes are usually sealed with plastic film or foil, and opening it with your fingernails isn't the best idea.
00:13:11A point easily opens even the most safely sealed tube.
00:13:16Automatic lip liners and eye pencils have a sharpener installed in the package.
00:13:21The lid on the back part of the pencil doesn't only reveal the color.
00:13:25You can pull it out and sharpen up the product.
00:13:29Toothpicks come in different varieties, and one of them is a bit puzzling.
00:13:34Sometimes they have several grooves.
00:13:36The first one is weak, so it's easy to break the toothpick in two.
00:13:40The smaller section with one more groove can be used as a stand to avoid the contact with the table.
00:13:47You can make a makeshift stand for disposable chopsticks.
00:13:51They have a sort of lump at one side before you split the pair.
00:13:55So, next time you have a sushi dinner, try breaking off that lump instead of regular splitting.
00:14:01When you want to take a sushi break, just place the stick on this stand.
00:14:06Yeah, you've heard before that a drawer beneath your oven is there for keeping the food warm if the guests
00:14:13are running late.
00:14:14Here's one more hidden function.
00:14:16You can slow cook on lower temperatures in that drawer, too.
00:14:20All the bottles used to be of the same green color once.
00:14:24But later it was discovered that brown ones are way better at blocking UV light.
00:14:29Say no more.
00:14:31Stickers on fruit seem to provide zero information about the product.
00:14:36But if you look closer, you'll find some numbers that can tell you more.
00:14:40A five-digit number where the first number is nine is a good sign.
00:14:45You're about to buy an organic product.
00:14:48A four-digit number starting with a three or four means it was conventionally farmed.
00:14:53And if the number starts with an eight and there are five digits, well, it's best to leave it on
00:14:59the shelf.
00:15:00A dollar has its secrets, too.
00:15:03A large letter with a rim shows which bank is responsible for issuing this bill.
00:15:09There are 12 banks distributing currency.
00:15:12For example, the L says it was printed in San Francisco.
00:15:17Now, some cups look like they're chipped on the bottom, but they're produced this way.
00:15:21In fact, these dimples are supposed to keep the cup in place on wet surfaces, and it doesn't let excess
00:15:27water accumulate while it's in a dishwasher.
00:15:30Small hollows in a chocolate box are designed for chocolate lovers.
00:15:35Press the closest deepening to the chocolate that you want to grab, and it'll jump out of the box right
00:15:40into your hand.
00:15:42Bath foam can be more than just a pleasant smell.
00:15:45It also has a sort of thermoregulatory function.
00:15:49The bubbles save water heat, so you can enjoy your bath a little longer.
00:15:54Disclaimer, it works for acrylic bathtubs only.
00:15:58Those made of metal lose heat fast, no matter how much foam you made.
00:16:03A good doorknob is one that's made of brass, bronze, or some copper alloys.
00:16:09These metals have an anti-germ effect.
00:16:12Bacteria spread way slower on them.
00:16:14They also get rid of germs pretty fast, within a couple of hours.
00:16:19No, it doesn't mean you don't have to wash your hands.
00:16:23If you pour milk or juice right onto your t-shirt every single time, you're probably not doing it right.
00:16:29Try pouring it from the other side of the carton.
00:16:32It sloshes less and is easier to control.
00:16:36There's only one way you can store your peanut butter right.
00:16:40If you place it the regular way, it may get a bit solid before long.
00:16:45The trick is to store it upside down, so the oils don't stay on the bottom all the time and
00:16:51distribute evenly.
00:16:53A dinner jacket has small pockets above regular ones, and they're not useless.
00:16:58They're called ticket pockets, and were designed so that gentlemen wearing such jackets could easily access the tickets and show
00:17:06them on a train.
00:17:07They could also store cash and other small, loose items in a super convenient way.
00:17:13Now, whatever coffee shop you go to, all the disposable cuffs look exactly the same, only the logo changes.
00:17:20The secret here is the special shape that allows you to enjoy your drink easily.
00:17:26The top is always wider, which allows it to accommodate your nose while you're drinking.
00:17:31And the bottom is always narrower, so that anyone can hold it easier, even if the hand is quite small.
00:17:38This width difference also allows the cups to stack.
00:17:43Triangular flaps on small juice cartons can help control unwanted spillage.
00:17:48If you flip them and use them as handles for the carton, you won't press the package, so the juice
00:17:53won't be squeezed uncontrollably.
00:17:57Now, if you have a mason jar and a blender with a screw on top, this secret is life-changing.
00:18:02You can actually put a mason jar directly onto the blender and make any shake you want without having to
00:18:10wash the blender jar.
00:18:11Just don't put your device on max.
00:18:15There's one trick you can use to make salt and pepper come out smoothly.
00:18:18Grab a container with pepper or salt.
00:18:21Turn it upside down.
00:18:23There are ridges on the bottom of the shaker.
00:18:25Now, grab the second container and rub those ridges together.
00:18:29The vibrations will make the product literally flow out.
00:18:34Most headphones, both wired and wireless, have little holes.
00:18:38They're needed to ensure good sound.
00:18:41The air circulates through those holes, which is important for the sound quality.
00:18:46Stick sachets were designed smartly.
00:18:49No need to tear one of its edges.
00:18:51The right way is to tear them down the middle.
00:18:53Now, you may say it's not a big difference, but at least there's less mess with those torn paper bits.
00:19:01If two zips for one section seem a bit too much for you, it's probably time you started using them
00:19:07wisely.
00:19:08It's a great pickpocket proof.
00:19:10You can put on a small lock on those zippers and make sure no one but you can open your
00:19:15backpack.
00:19:16Hide the key in the fifth pocket on your jeans that was originally designed to keep watches safe.
00:19:21So, now you know.
00:19:25Fitness trackers and fancy smartwatches are fine for monitoring your heart rate and even the miles you cover on a
00:19:31run.
00:19:31They're not so good at measuring the number of calories you've burned, though.
00:19:35A 2017 study from the Stanford University School of Medicine showed that fitness trackers and smartwatches have error margins of
00:19:42less than 5% when it comes to measuring heart rates.
00:19:45That's pretty good, so you can be confident in whatever reading you're getting.
00:19:49The problem is with the devices measuring energy expenditure accurately or calendars burn.
00:19:54Even the best was off by an average of 27%.
00:19:57The worst was off by a crazy 93%.
00:20:00That means they're very unreliable and shouldn't be trusted.
00:20:05Fitness trackers don't work well for measuring calories because we all have different heights, weights, diets, and many other things.
00:20:11That means we all burn calories at completely different rates.
00:20:14The trackers are often programmed with a preset average height and weight.
00:20:18So, if you're going to use one, take it with a grain of salt.
00:20:22Unless you're trying to reduce your sodium intake.
00:20:25Sunscreens have only one job to do, and that's protecting us from the harmful ultraviolet rays.
00:20:30In 2017, though, a study found that many popular brands failed to protect at all, with only one in four
00:20:37working.
00:20:37Most sunscreens didn't protect users from ultraviolet A and B rays at all.
00:20:42Some manufacturers also claimed that these products had an SPF of over 50, which sounds very high quality.
00:20:49But the actual SPF was much lower than that.
00:20:52The misleading labeling means we aren't as protected as we think when we're at the beach.
00:20:57So, when you're out shopping for sunscreen, make sure you look at the ingredients and apply more than you think
00:21:02you should.
00:21:03Ooh, sports drinks, an essential item for anyone working out.
00:21:06These bright-colored drinks are filled with electrolytes that will increase your performance and rehydrate you fast.
00:21:13The problem is, we're not all athletes.
00:21:15So, most people would be better if they just drink water instead.
00:21:19Sports drinks are made up of water with some minerals and lots of sugar, coloring, and flavor.
00:21:24Those minerals are electrolytes, which can help our bodies go longer.
00:21:28Your exercise habits, the duration, and the intensity of your training all come into whether you really need that extra
00:21:34boost.
00:21:34While sports drinks can benefit athletes engaged in long or intense training, they're not really necessary for most gym-goers.
00:21:42Sports drinks are probably pointless if you're only doing light-to-moderate exercise, like walking or jogging, over a short
00:21:48period of time.
00:21:50After using a toaster for most of your life, most people still haven't figured out how to get a perfect
00:21:55heat setting.
00:21:56It turns out that burnt toast is probably just down to a simple misconception.
00:22:00Those numbers on your toaster aren't heat levels at all.
00:22:03They're actually minutes.
00:22:05The dial is basically just a timer.
00:22:07That means all you need to do is look up how long it takes to toast certain things, and you'll
00:22:12never ruin your breakfast again.
00:22:14Hey, I like burnt toast.
00:22:16I'm used to it.
00:22:17Most of us rely on wireless technology to carry out normal, everyday tasks.
00:22:21It can be very frustrating when technology stops working and interrupts your day.
00:22:26In fact, the only thing more frustrating might be not knowing why it isn't working.
00:22:31The worst culprit here is your cell phone.
00:22:33It'll often show really great reception, but somehow can't make a phone call.
00:22:38The bars on a cell phone actually don't mean anything.
00:22:41The way they receive the signal differs a lot between different makes and models of phone.
00:22:45There's even a big difference between what the bars mean, from one phone to another.
00:22:50Meanwhile, watching a progress bar showing the percentage of time left to complete a download on our phones or PC
00:22:57can be tedious.
00:22:58Sometimes they just seem to be stuck doing nothing.
00:23:01Bad news!
00:23:02They don't really work.
00:23:03At least, not in the way we think.
00:23:05The system updates the progress bar when certain milestones are reached.
00:23:09A progress bar at 50% doesn't mean half the file has been downloaded.
00:23:14Almost all the files could have been downloaded.
00:23:16The point of them is to give you something visual to look at.
00:23:20Progress bars aren't accurate because downloads and transfers have too many variables beyond the system's control.
00:23:27Internet speeds and network availability are the coordinators of how quickly a download will complete,
00:23:32while your computer's hard drive determines how fast things process and information gets put in the right files.
00:23:39It's probably best to make a coffee or set things up to download while you're in bed,
00:23:43instead of constantly checking up on an incorrect progress bar.
00:23:48Elsewhere, stopping at a crosswalk and pressing the button hoping the walk signal will come up might just be a
00:23:54waste of your time.
00:23:55It turns out that all that button pushing could be for nothing.
00:23:58Some crosswalk buttons need to be pressed, but others don't do anything at all.
00:24:03The crossing symbol will just light up whenever it wants to.
00:24:06Some crosswalks even switch between needing and not needing a button press, depending on the time of day.
00:24:12That said, it can be difficult for all of us pedestrians to determine whether a crosswalk button works or not.
00:24:19When in doubt, just push the button anyway.
00:24:21You don't want to stand around waiting for no reason.
00:24:24With more people going into the water and sharks, well, living in the water,
00:24:29the fear of bumping into a not-so-friendly shark is ever-increasing.
00:24:32This shared water space has pushed many companies to try to create shark repellents.
00:24:38This sounds like a good idea that should help keep both people and sharks more safe.
00:24:43Companies have tried everything – sprays, wetsuits, magnets, wax, and even electronic devices – to repel the scary fish.
00:24:51The bad news is none of these products are confirmed to actually work.
00:24:55One, in particular, makes the sound of an orca.
00:24:58Sharks aren't too fond of being in the same area as them,
00:25:01but does pretending you're an orca stop a shark from biting you?
00:25:05If you feel safer using them, then go right ahead.
00:25:08But if you're looking for a shark deterrent that's 100% effective,
00:25:12it's just not available.
00:25:14Psst, here's what actually works.
00:25:16Stay out of the water!
00:25:18Rushing into an elevator and repeatedly pushing the closed-door button in the U.S.
00:25:22is basically a huge waste of time, unless you've got the special trick.
00:25:27In 1990, the U.S. passed a Disabilities Act for elevators,
00:25:31which meant that elevators had to ensure that someone with a disability had time to get inside one.
00:25:37If you're on crutches, use a cane, or travel in a wheelchair,
00:25:40you don't have to worry about someone accidentally closing the elevator doors
00:25:44before you've had a chance to pass through them.
00:25:46There's one important loophole to this.
00:25:49If you're an emergency or maintenance worker,
00:25:51you'll have access to keys and codes that make that button operational.
00:25:55This is just another example of a placebo button you're invited to push,
00:25:59just to make you feel like you've done something.
00:26:02That impatient finger-poking isn't doing anything.
00:26:05Getting a bit warm or cold in the office?
00:26:08Better adjust that thermostat.
00:26:10Unfortunately, in the vast majority of office buildings,
00:26:13the system controls are kept inside air ducts, not on the wall.
00:26:17Technicians install dummy thermostats to give workers the illusion
00:26:20that they're dramatically changing the air conditioning or heat.
00:26:24Some are set to change one or two degrees,
00:26:26but they're often not connected to anything at all.
00:26:29Dummy thermostats came about around the 1960s.
00:26:32As heating prices rose, building leases often required employers to stay within specific temperatures.
00:26:38Faced with this problem, fake thermostats became the new rage for businesses.
00:26:42They offer people some feeling of control while keeping the temperature in the right range.
00:26:47Now, ever come across some premium PC cleaning software
00:26:50that promises to clean your PC and make it go as fast as when you purchased it?
00:26:55Yeah!
00:26:56These third-party PC cleaners are often made to seem like they really work,
00:27:00but they usually don't do much of anything at all.
00:27:04They'll detect non-problems and list them as problems.
00:27:06The worst example of this is when they list browser cookies and temporary files
00:27:10as having an effect on the computer's speed when they don't.
00:27:14It's better to stick to the operating system's built-in cleaner.
00:27:17It'll work fine if you ever need to clean your computer
00:27:20and save you having to splash out on one that does pretty much the same thing.
00:27:24Well, that's all I got. Time to burn some toast.
00:27:28Having the right temperature in your home will drastically improve your mood.
00:27:32Too hot, you'll become irritable and frustrated.
00:27:36Too cold, and the chances are that you'll be too demotivated and sluggish.
00:27:41Set that temperature to 77 degrees to make sure you feel good throughout the day.
00:27:46At night, we work better with slightly lower temperatures.
00:27:4960 to 67 degrees Fahrenheit is the perfect temperature to get that much-needed rest.
00:27:55As good-looking as you are, staring at yourself in the mirror for too long can cause a lot of
00:28:01stress.
00:28:02Do you find that you focus on various body flaws no matter how small
00:28:06and constantly check your reflection in the mirror?
00:28:09Unless you're a vampire, you could replace it with a smaller one
00:28:12that could stop you from gazing at yourself for too long.
00:28:16Get organized and spend a few minutes of your leisure time organizing your surroundings.
00:28:20Taking five minutes to work on one area of your house, like decluttering that desk,
00:28:26and you'll be surprised at how much your quality of life will increase.
00:28:30Your clean surroundings will give you peace of mind,
00:28:33and cleaning itself will help you develop healthy habits.
00:28:37These habits can make sure you feel in control of your actions and the direction of your life.
00:28:43Procrastination can be a slippery slope.
00:28:46Once it starts, it's hard to break out.
00:28:49An easy start is to create a list of all the things that you've been avoiding.
00:28:53Then, commit to spending just a few minutes doing one of those things.
00:28:57Even if you don't complete it, this is a fantastic way to move forward.
00:29:02Before long, you'll feel better just by crossing things off that list.
00:29:06Wear your favorite outfit every once in a while, even if you're not going anywhere.
00:29:10Putting on some of your best clothes will make you feel good about yourself instantly.
00:29:16There's no need for a special occasion.
00:29:18Make yourself feel happier now.
00:29:20You could even head out to lunch or take a trip to the mall in them.
00:29:24Now, everything has a place in your home.
00:29:26If it doesn't, why is it there?
00:29:29If you've taken it out, put it back.
00:29:31If you've opened it, close it.
00:29:33If you've put it down, pick it up.
00:29:36If you've taken it off, hang it back up.
00:29:38Live by these simple rules, and you'll see a profound difference in your home.
00:29:43Everything will be tidier, and you'll reduce your chores by doing small things before they become a bigger problem.
00:29:50Use or gift any items that are for special occasions.
00:29:53They're just using up space.
00:29:56If you've got a special perfume that's been sitting there unused,
00:29:59or a set of beautiful dishes collecting dust in a box, you're putting off life.
00:30:04Enjoy it right now, in the moment, is more precious than we think.
00:30:09Take the chance and use those things now.
00:30:12If it isn't too well used, you could even give it to a friend or family member to make their
00:30:17day.
00:30:18Keeping a journal to jot down what you're thankful for every day will make you happier,
00:30:23increase your productivity, and help you sleep much better.
00:30:27Creating and repeating positive affirmations that acknowledge the progress you're making to improve your life
00:30:33is a great way to bring about some balance.
00:30:36It's a great way to show your gratitude for the small things and gain more of an appreciation for life.
00:30:42It's always more fun to be positive than it is to be negative.
00:30:46Set your alarm a little bit earlier every day.
00:30:49If you usually set your alarm for 7 a.m., set it back 5 minutes every day until you find
00:30:54that perfect time.
00:30:56That'll give you the extra time in the morning to exercise, meditate, read, plan your day,
00:31:01or work on something that you're passionate about.
00:31:04It might not seem like a lot, but those minutes are the difference between a rush and a relaxing start
00:31:10to the day.
00:31:10Having a little extra time in your day will help you feel less forgetful, a lot more productive, and happier.
00:31:18If you make your bed every morning, you will have accomplished the first task of the day.
00:31:23This valuable piece of advice couldn't be more true.
00:31:27Making your bed when you wake up will change your mindset for the entire day.
00:31:31Your productivity will skyrocket.
00:31:33Once you've done one task, you'll want to do more and more,
00:31:37letting them snowball to a fulfilling and successful day.
00:31:41If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.
00:31:46Try yoga in the morning.
00:31:47Yoga is unbelievably healthy for you.
00:31:50It'll make you strong and lean, but also works on other areas like flexibility and balance.
00:31:56Plus, it's very relaxing and can be done in the comfort of your own home.
00:32:00Just put down a towel or get a mat and let that stress leave you for the day.
00:32:06Having your dog or cat sleeping in bed with you might be cute and comforting,
00:32:10but there can be more cons than pros.
00:32:13Allergies, disruption of sleep, dirt, and hair can negatively affect our ability to rest and recover.
00:32:20This can easily lead to irritability, raise stress levels, and nasty sniffles.
00:32:25Better to get a separate bed for your furry friend and use the day to cuddle with them.
00:32:30Most people have had the experience of putting something down on a table just for now
00:32:35and looking back weeks later, only to see a massive pile of random items that belong somewhere else.
00:32:42Start by organizing it into piles, deal with what's there, and then give it a good wipe down.
00:32:48It's going to feel so good to walk into the room and just see a clean space instead of all
00:32:54that accumulated rubbish.
00:32:55Make sure it stays nice and clean by always putting things back where they belong.
00:33:00Even if it won't stay this way, it looks good for the moment at least.
00:33:04Keep your front doors clean.
00:33:06It almost seems too simple a matter, but it does.
00:33:10Coming home to a clean door creates a positive feeling the second you arrive.
00:33:14You'll feel more relaxed and ready to settle down for the evening.
00:33:17Giving the front of your house a little care also helps you feel proud of your home
00:33:22and puts you at ease in case of any unexpected visitors.
00:33:26You can change the entire feel of a room with a simple bit of decoration.
00:33:31Sometimes an empty wall is just crying out for a little something.
00:33:35Look for the perfect piece of art, photograph, or even one of your own paintings to fill the space.
00:33:41Whatever it is, hang it up to improve the area.
00:33:43Adding some life to an empty space feels good, makes us smile, and fills our home with more character.
00:33:51Call at least one friend or family member a week.
00:33:54You can do this while you clean, walk the dog, or just while you're relaxing at home.
00:33:59Humans are naturally social.
00:34:01Even when we don't feel like it, socializing with our loved ones makes us feel better.
00:34:06This is even true if we're naturally introverted.
00:34:09Doing this will also make the other person feel better.
00:34:12So it's great all around.
00:34:14Put on some great music to set the feeling you want at that moment.
00:34:18It doesn't matter what you put on.
00:34:20Music is fantastic for changing your mood.
00:34:23So find something that fits how you want to feel.
00:34:26If you're looking to relax, put something slow or acoustic on.
00:34:30If you feel down, play something upbeat.
00:34:33Either way, use music to transform your home.
00:34:37Some people feel better when they let go of some of their physical possessions.
00:34:41That doesn't mean you should live in an empty house.
00:34:43But there's no need for a lot of things we accumulate over time.
00:34:48The latest home styles don't matter at all if they don't make you feel happy right now.
00:34:52It's all about how objects make you feel.
00:34:55If something brings you satisfaction, even if it's something small like a trophy from high school, you should keep it.
00:35:02One way to feel happier in your space is to bring in a little bit of nature.
00:35:07Houseplants have the added benefit of helping to refresh the air in a room, making you healthier and bringing a
00:35:13smile to your face.
00:35:14The need to care for the plant by watering and pruning it can also build some really positive habits.
00:35:20Plants are a great idea all around.
00:35:23Clean floral smells can positively affect our mood.
00:35:27So use oils or candles if you want to relieve the stress from your day.
00:35:31Lavender helps people fall asleep, which is great for nighttime.
00:35:35Keeping some lemon next to you while you work can make you feel more positive and awake.
00:35:40Now, don't go overboard with the scents, though.
00:35:43Any smell and too great a concentration can cause more stress and headaches.
00:35:47The complete opposite of what you want.
00:35:50Owning a pet is thought to have health benefits.
00:35:52It'll improve your general mood, but can even do things like lower your blood pressure.
00:35:57Having a pet dog will lead to a healthier and happier you because of their need to be taken for
00:36:02regular walks and playtime.
00:36:05Pets can also help relieve your stress and anxiety by promoting laughter and affectionate behavior.
00:36:10Just ask any cat owner.
00:36:12You can make any space feel like home with some well-placed lights.
00:36:17Light bulbs with shades of white or yellow can promote relaxation and make your room feel more alive.
00:36:24Candles and dimmer lights bring a nice amount of warmth to any room you put them in for that cozy
00:36:29feeling.
00:36:30It's not always possible to put yourself first, but don't forget that you deserve to be treated well, too.
00:36:36Waiting for others to treat you well can be worse, as it might never happen.
00:36:41Make some time to just treat yourself every now and then.
00:36:44Read a good book, go for a walk, or enjoy that special chocolate you have.
00:36:49Yeah, chocolate.
00:36:50Never forget to put yourself first.
00:36:54Spending up to 12 hours a day on devices, like TVs, smartphones, and video games, can be exhausting.
00:37:01TV and streaming alone can take 4 hours away from your day.
00:37:04You might be thinking you're relaxing after a hard day, but depending on what you're watching, it can cause more
00:37:11stress and anxiety.
00:37:12Watching a little bit less will free you up to follow other exciting things.
00:37:17Making this change won't just have a positive impact on your free time, but also on your general health.
00:37:23Here's an easy way to set yourself up for a productive day.
00:37:26Get your clothes ready for everything.
00:37:29Want to run after work?
00:37:30Take the clothes out in the morning to motivate you more.
00:37:34Having you get ready for a run can demotivate you to the point where you don't do it.
00:37:39Getting everything ready will make sure you always get things done, even if you're not in a good mood.
00:37:44As well as this, planning in advance will always make sure your mornings feel more peaceful and less rushed,
00:37:52because you'll have already decided on your outfit for the day.
00:37:56Now, get out there and make it happen!
00:38:00After a bad day at work, you decide to hide yourself from the rest of the world.
00:38:05You turn off your phone and your laptop and lock yourself inside the bathroom.
00:38:09You jump out of your meditation when you hear a beeping sound.
00:38:13It's your toothbrush saying,
00:38:14Data transfer completed!
00:38:16Your robot vacuum knocks at the door.
00:38:19Looks like it must be after you.
00:38:21Robot vacuums make a map of your home to get around and plan cleaning better.
00:38:25They can share this map with other gadgets via Wi-Fi and store them in the cloud.
00:38:30When advertisers get access to those maps,
00:38:33they can get an idea of your home size, your income level, and lifestyle to send the right ads your
00:38:39way.
00:38:40Vacuums don't have microphones,
00:38:42but their navigation systems can be repurposed to listen to your conversations.
00:38:47They map the room with a laser beam directed at objects.
00:38:50Sound waves affect that life.
00:38:52If you collect that data, you can convert it back into sound waves and identify what someone said.
00:38:59Headphones and microphones are based on the same idea.
00:39:03Headphones turn electrical signals into sound,
00:39:05and microphones turn sound into electrical signals.
00:39:08If you plug your headphones into the microphone jack, they'll work as a microphone.
00:39:14Bad guys learn to do it remotely without your consent.
00:39:16There's malware that retasts your computer output channel into input channel.
00:39:22It can record sounds from across the room even when the headphones are in their jack
00:39:26and the microphone is turned off and disconnected from the computer.
00:39:30Then it compresses the audio and sends it over the internet.
00:39:33There are computer mice that look like regular ones,
00:39:36but have microphones and a built-in SIM card in them.
00:39:40The mics are so powerful,
00:39:41they can even record whisper and broadcast that audio in real time.
00:39:45To activate it, you have to call the SIM card number, and it goes on silently.
00:39:50To deactivate it, you can send an SMS to the same number.
00:39:54Some employers confirmed eavesdropping on their staff using that technology.
00:39:59A smart toothbrush remembers every move you made with it
00:40:03and shares it with you when you're done brushing.
00:40:06It also connects to your iPhone or Android using an app
00:40:09and sends data on your brushing habits to your dentist.
00:40:13They can watch over your brushing process
00:40:15and give you tips on how to take better care of your teeth.
00:40:19Smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other smart wearables
00:40:22monitor your health and can determine if you're walking, running, or driving with their built-in sensors.
00:40:27If third parties get control over that data,
00:40:30they can also monitor your hand movements as you unlock your phone,
00:40:34enter your PIN code at the ATM, or your password at the computer.
00:40:38The gadgets are smart enough to accurately guess all that secret data most of the time.
00:40:43They can also find out the email address you use
00:40:46when you register with the app to identify who you are.
00:40:51Pacemakers and other health devices send patient data over the Internet.
00:40:55In theory, criminals could obtain it during transfer
00:40:59and change it to look like the patient needs hospital treatment.
00:41:02That would make them leave their home and bad guys could take advantage of the situation.
00:41:08Smart toys that have cameras and microphones in them
00:41:10can record videos and sounds and send them to the toy maker.
00:41:14To keep prices on smart toys lower,
00:41:16they don't add expensive security mechanisms to protect that data.
00:41:20If cybercriminals get a hold of it,
00:41:22they can steal pictures, videos, or audio,
00:41:25and even identify GPS coordinates of the house.
00:41:28LED lights equipped with sensors and connected to video cameras
00:41:32can watch over and listen to conversations over a large distance.
00:41:36This technology was used at one large airport for security and comfort reasons.
00:41:43Cybercriminals went further
00:41:44and learned to use ordinary light bulbs for eavesdropping on conversations.
00:41:49To do it, they need a clean line of sight
00:41:51between a powerful telescope and the bulb of the right thickness.
00:41:55It won't work if you have drapes on your window.
00:41:57When you're talking or listening to music,
00:42:00there are changes in air pressure on the surface of the bulb,
00:42:03and it's shaking a bit.
00:42:05A special converter can turn data on the sounds from electrical to digital.
00:42:10Internet-connected thermostats can be operated remotely,
00:42:13and that made them desirable for cybercriminals.
00:42:17They once got access to millions of debit and credit cards data
00:42:20through a large retailer's heating and cooling system.
00:42:23Other bad guys found a way to remotely lock smart thermostats' controls
00:42:28and demanded ransom to unlock them.
00:42:31Smart fridges can tell you when it's time to buy milk
00:42:33as they track your food preferences and have great connectivity.
00:42:37Smart dishwashers, coffee machines, washers, and dryers
00:42:40are also collecting and transmitting your data,
00:42:43even at moments you don't think they're doing it.
00:42:46Criminals can make use of that data to find out a lot about your schedule
00:42:50and guess when you aren't at home.
00:42:53Your voice assistant makes your life easier,
00:42:55but it must listen to you 24-7 to make that possible.
00:42:59They never record anything you say before you activate them with your voice.
00:43:04Everything that follows is stored in the cloud
00:43:06and can be of use for different companies.
00:43:09They can learn what music you like to listen to,
00:43:11what news stories interest you the most,
00:43:13and where you make your reservations.
00:43:15Some companies hire human reviewers to listen to commands
00:43:19to see if voice recognition works well and improve its accuracy.
00:43:23Xbox admitted they also hired people to listen to users' audio
00:43:27to improve voice command features.
00:43:29The problem is that it made some recordings by mistake
00:43:32and strangers were listening to personal chats.
00:43:35Home security cameras can take videos, pictures, and audio recording
00:43:39and upload them to the cloud without you even knowing.
00:43:44Manufacturers say it's done to improve object recognition.
00:43:47You can get access to that camera footage remotely using an app.
00:43:51There are programs that can guess a CCTV password
00:43:54and forward the video stream to a third-party computer.
00:43:58They can also get control over the camera
00:44:00and disable any signs of monitoring, like red light,
00:44:04so it seems inactive.
00:44:07Almost every car has an event data recorder
00:44:10that tracks information on its location, average speed, road condition,
00:44:14and even your preferred route.
00:44:16Your computer on wheels constantly streams that data to its manufacturer.
00:44:21They use it to try to prevent accidents and make other improvements.
00:44:24It's not clear who owns all that car-related information,
00:44:28so in theory, it could end up at a third party.
00:44:31Smart TVs run an operating system just like computers
00:44:35and also have a file system, cameras for video face recognition,
00:44:39and a microphone.
00:44:40They are always connected to the Internet,
00:44:43and if cyber criminals get access to a TV,
00:44:46that can change certain settings and record audio,
00:44:49even when the TV is off.
00:44:51They could also watch you through the camera
00:44:53and use the smart gadget to move to other devices on the same network,
00:44:57like your laptop.
00:44:59Well, I'm totally creeped out, so what can we do about it?
00:45:03You can disable automatic content recognition
00:45:06to stop your TV from giving you viewing recommendations
00:45:09and limit voice activation function for a safer experience.
00:45:13You'll find that option in general or advanced settings
00:45:16under Viewing Information or Viewing Data.
00:45:19You can also disconnect it from the cloud altogether.
00:45:23Always change default passwords and usernames on new devices
00:45:27to secure your network.
00:45:29Make up a new password for every gadget every now and then.
00:45:32You can also split your modem
00:45:34and use one Wi-Fi signal for laptops, iPads, and the like,
00:45:38and the other for security cameras.
00:45:41Don't forget to turn off the Wi-Fi router when you leave the house
00:45:44to minimize the risk of a digital intrusion.
00:45:47Whenever possible, enable two-step authentication
00:45:50that demands physical access to the device to log in.
00:45:55Always install software updates
00:45:57as soon as the gadget manufacturer offers you to do it.
00:46:00Updates have patches for detected vulnerability issues.
00:46:04Cover your laptop camera with a dark-colored tape
00:46:07when you aren't using it.
00:46:08Delete your conversations with a voice assistant.
00:46:11You can do it at the manufacturer's website or app.
00:46:15Another option is to activate the Delete by Voice function in Settings.
00:46:19Then you'll be able to tell the assistant
00:46:21to delete what you just said or your last conversations.
00:46:25You can also mute the device when you aren't using it
00:46:28and choose not to send data to manufacturer
00:46:30to help them improve services.
00:46:32If you have a thermostat that connects to your voice assistant,
00:46:36tap the microphone icon on its screen
00:46:38and set voice control to off.
00:46:41You won't be able to activate it remotely
00:46:43and it won't be able to listen to wake words
00:46:45and send your audio anywhere.
00:46:47Okay, have a nice day.
00:46:51You've been roaming this forest for several days.
00:46:55You want to drink, eat, and sleep.
00:46:57Scary animal screams don't allow you to rest at night.
00:47:01Everything around is damp
00:47:02and you feel extremely cold.
00:47:05There's no hope,
00:47:07but you keep walking through the bushes.
00:47:09Suddenly, you see some movement
00:47:11out of the corner of your eye.
00:47:12Over there, behind the trees,
00:47:14what is it?
00:47:15A bear?
00:47:16Panther?
00:47:16A couple of wolves?
00:47:17The last thing you want to meet
00:47:19is one of these dangerous guys.
00:47:21But no,
00:47:22these are the rescue robots
00:47:24they've been talking about on TV.
00:47:25Several dozen machines fill the clearing.
00:47:28They look like dog-sized spiders.
00:47:30This shape helps the robots climb trees
00:47:32and reach mountaintops.
00:47:34Their bodies can withstand falls from big heights,
00:47:37deal with wild animals, fire, and water.
00:47:39These mechanical spiders have found you
00:47:41thanks to their motion sensors
00:47:43and modern thermal imagers.
00:47:45That's what the robots of the future
00:47:46will look like.
00:47:47And here are some robots of today.
00:47:50Meet a soft robotic pillow with a tail.
00:47:53It can move and curl its tail
00:47:55when you touch it.
00:47:56What's our next goal?
00:47:57Mars colonization?
00:47:58Ha, excellent!
00:47:59We're ready!
00:48:00I'll just go get my pillow.
00:48:02How likely is it that you'll want to
00:48:04eat a tomato while jogging?
00:48:06Let's admit it,
00:48:07the chances are probably very small.
00:48:09And still,
00:48:10Japanese designers have built
00:48:12the Tomaten Robot.
00:48:14You're supposed to wear it on your back
00:48:16like a backpack.
00:48:17During a run,
00:48:18you only need to press a special lever.
00:48:20And the robot will bring a tomato
00:48:22toward your mouth.
00:48:23All that's left for you to do
00:48:25is just bite into it.
00:48:26In the middle of the 20th century,
00:48:29chemists William Larson
00:48:30and Anthony Finelli
00:48:31came up with the idea
00:48:33of a tubeless tire.
00:48:34It could be painted red,
00:48:36yellow, or green.
00:48:37The tire was semi-transparent.
00:48:40Engineers put 18 light bulbs inside it.
00:48:43The tire creators decided
00:48:44that people would surely like their idea.
00:48:46After all,
00:48:47they could make the color of the wheels
00:48:49match the color of their clothes.
00:48:51Unfortunately,
00:48:52the glowing tires never went on sale.
00:48:55They were beautiful,
00:48:56but not practical whatsoever.
00:48:58If you always bring your smartphone along
00:49:00while taking a bath,
00:49:01this invention is for you.
00:49:03That's a stylus that gets attached
00:49:05to your nose.
00:49:06You can use it to touch the screen
00:49:08when your fingers are wet.
00:49:10This gadget's creator is sure
00:49:12that the invention
00:49:13will make you more productive.
00:49:14And I think the stylus
00:49:16might keep your smartphone dry,
00:49:17but it'll definitely make your neck ache.
00:49:20How about a butter applicator
00:49:22in the form of a glue stick?
00:49:24With this invention,
00:49:26making sandwiches in the morning
00:49:27will become so much easier.
00:49:28The main challenge is
00:49:30not to confuse it with a real glue stick.
00:49:32Bacon lip balm
00:49:34is a great addition
00:49:35to the butter sticks.
00:49:36This product is already
00:49:37being sold online.
00:49:39Imagine rubbing your lips
00:49:40with a piece of fried bacon
00:49:42before going out.
00:49:43Not really my thing,
00:49:45but tastes stiffer.
00:49:46Here's an instruction
00:49:47on how to make the most unusual transport
00:49:49in human history.
00:49:50Step 1.
00:49:52Put some rails on the ground.
00:49:53Step 2.
00:49:54Put a treadmill on them.
00:49:56Step 3.
00:49:57Make horses run on this treadmill.
00:49:59This is a real transport
00:50:00that was constructed in 1850
00:50:02and named Impulsoria.
00:50:05Surprisingly, it did work.
00:50:07The locomotive could move
00:50:09at a speed of 7 miles per hour
00:50:11and pull 20 wagons.
00:50:13But trains with steam engines
00:50:15turned out to be more convenient.
00:50:16In 1975,
00:50:18Gary Dahl,
00:50:19who worked in advertising,
00:50:21came up with an ingenious plan.
00:50:23He started selling smooth stones
00:50:25from one of Mexico's beaches
00:50:26as pets.
00:50:28People liked his idea.
00:50:29You don't have to go for a walk
00:50:31in the park with a stone.
00:50:32It doesn't bark in the morning.
00:50:34You don't need to feed it.
00:50:35The stone just lies on your shelf,
00:50:37looking pretty.
00:50:38Cool, huh?
00:50:39The entrepreneur sold
00:50:41one million pet rocks
00:50:42for $4 each.
00:50:44In the 21st century,
00:50:46a USB cable was added to the stone.
00:50:48You connect your pet to your computer
00:50:50and nothing happens.
00:50:53Juicero engineers
00:50:53came up with a curious thing.
00:50:55This machine was supposed
00:50:57to squeeze juice
00:50:58out of juice boxes.
00:50:59They planned to sell the devices
00:51:01for $400 each.
00:51:03The engineers spent $120 million
00:51:05only to realize that
00:51:07any user could do the same thing
00:51:09as the device
00:51:10with their two hands.
00:51:11The only difference was
00:51:12that the machine had Wi-Fi.
00:51:15Bananas are delicious and convenient.
00:51:17Thanks to their dense skin,
00:51:18they don't break
00:51:19when you carry them with you.
00:51:20But for some people,
00:51:22this natural protection
00:51:23just doesn't seem to be enough.
00:51:25They don't like brownish marks
00:51:27on the yellow peel.
00:51:28Especially for them,
00:51:29one of the main inventions
00:51:31of the 21st century.
00:51:33This is a banana suitcase.
00:51:35The container will protect
00:51:36your banana
00:51:37from the dangers
00:51:38following it everywhere.
00:51:40How can you get your cat
00:51:41to work off the money
00:51:42you spend on its food?
00:51:43Let it clean the room
00:51:45while you're away.
00:51:46Japanese engineers
00:51:47came up with cat duster slippers.
00:51:49The cat walks on the floor
00:51:51and rids your home of dust
00:51:52at the same time.
00:51:53But I'm not sure
00:51:54your pet will like this idea.
00:51:56Hugs are very beneficial to health.
00:51:59They relieve stress
00:52:00and help your body
00:52:01produce endorphins,
00:52:02the hormone of happiness.
00:52:04But let's say
00:52:05you're far away
00:52:06from your relatives
00:52:07and friends.
00:52:07But you feel the need
00:52:08to hug someone.
00:52:10Good thing scientists
00:52:11have built a robot
00:52:12named Huggybot.
00:52:14As tall as a human,
00:52:15it's soft
00:52:16and knows how to smile.
00:52:17This robot is made
00:52:18just for hugs.
00:52:20You just have to ask
00:52:21and it'll gently hug you.
00:52:23Aww.
00:52:24When it comes to doing sports,
00:52:25bicycles are great.
00:52:27They help you burn calories,
00:52:28but you don't get as tired
00:52:30as after running.
00:52:31Maybe that's what inspired
00:52:33the creators of the mechanism
00:52:34known as the flizz.
00:52:36They've made a bike
00:52:37that has neither pedals
00:52:38nor saddle.
00:52:39You attach yourself
00:52:40to the bicycle's frame.
00:52:42And then,
00:52:43you half walk,
00:52:44half run
00:52:45by pushing yourself
00:52:46off the ground
00:52:47with your feet.
00:52:48A monowheel
00:52:49was invented in 1869,
00:52:51which makes it 36 years older
00:52:53than the first pizzeria
00:52:54in the United States.
00:52:56The monowheel looks cool,
00:52:57but not everyone
00:52:59will dare to ride it.
00:53:00The driver can hardly
00:53:01see the road,
00:53:02and the transport itself
00:53:03is rather unstable
00:53:05while moving.
00:53:06These baggy jeans
00:53:07combine the world of fashion
00:53:09and the world of technology.
00:53:10Their front part
00:53:11has a built-in keyboard.
00:53:13It's connected to a computer
00:53:14via Bluetooth.
00:53:16But that's not all.
00:53:18The jeans are equipped
00:53:19with speakers
00:53:19located on the knees.
00:53:21The whole thing is sold
00:53:22with a wireless mouse
00:53:23stored in the back pocket.
00:53:25Wearing these jeans
00:53:26might prove to be challenging, though.
00:53:28You sit down on a chair
00:53:30and your computer
00:53:30goes crazy.
00:53:31It turns out
00:53:32you've simultaneously
00:53:33pressed all the keys
00:53:34on the keyboard.
00:53:35Attention!
00:53:36Here's some important information
00:53:38for camping lovers.
00:53:39No more need to go
00:53:40to the forest
00:53:41carrying a heavy backpack
00:53:42with a tent
00:53:43behind your back.
00:53:44Australian design company
00:53:46Sibling
00:53:46decided to make
00:53:48your life easier.
00:53:49They sewed pockets
00:53:50to special sneakers
00:53:51and tucked
00:53:52a tourist tent inside.
00:53:54The only drawback,
00:53:55the frame of this shelter
00:53:56is your back
00:53:57and shoulders.
00:53:59Cooking
00:54:00and car exhaust.
00:54:01A bizarre combo.
00:54:03This invention
00:54:04is called
00:54:04the car exhaust
00:54:05burger grill.
00:54:07Attach the device
00:54:08to the exhaust pipe
00:54:09of your car
00:54:10and put a raw patty in it.
00:54:12As you drive down
00:54:13the highway,
00:54:14the hot exhaust gas
00:54:15is cooking your burger.
00:54:16But isn't smoke
00:54:18harmful to human health?
00:54:19Well, the designers
00:54:20thought of this too.
00:54:21That's why they
00:54:22completely isolated
00:54:23the pocket
00:54:24that's holding the patty.
00:54:26The Greenhouse Helmet
00:54:27was patented in 1986.
00:54:29Imagine a plastic aquarium
00:54:31with several shelves
00:54:32of plant pots.
00:54:33This so-called aquarium
00:54:35is put on your head.
00:54:36And it allows you
00:54:38to breathe fresh,
00:54:39clean air
00:54:39when you're walking
00:54:40through the center
00:54:40of a big city.
00:54:42If you need to talk
00:54:42to people,
00:54:43you can use the helmet's
00:54:44two-way communication system.
00:54:46I wonder if the helmet's
00:54:47instruction manual
00:54:48mentions that
00:54:49it's prohibited
00:54:50to plant cacti inside.
00:54:51This gift is perfect
00:54:53for people who like
00:54:54searching for artifacts
00:54:55on the beach.
00:54:56A metal detector
00:54:57was added to good old sandals.
00:54:59Now you can walk
00:55:00along the sea
00:55:01and discover coins
00:55:02in the sand
00:55:03without too much effort.
00:55:04This strange headgear
00:55:05is likely to solve
00:55:06the main problem
00:55:07of humanity,
00:55:08which is
00:55:09how to stop losing
00:55:10the TV or air conditioning
00:55:12remote control.
00:55:13Several Velcro straps
00:55:14are attached to the invention.
00:55:16They can easily hold
00:55:17a small portable device.
00:55:19The only problem?
00:55:20You look kind of weird.
00:55:22Some people might find
00:55:23it too much work
00:55:24to stick out their tongues
00:55:25and lick ice cream.
00:55:26Especially for them,
00:55:28engineers came up
00:55:29with the motorized
00:55:30ice cream cone holder.
00:55:31The creators of this device
00:55:33claim that thanks
00:55:34to its gentle spinning,
00:55:35each side of the sweet treat
00:55:37will receive
00:55:37your equal attention.
00:55:39Plus,
00:55:39it'll protect your hands
00:55:41from sticky stuff
00:55:42dripping down your fingers.
00:55:43The newest toy
00:55:44for dogs
00:55:45and other animals
00:55:45looks like a stick
00:55:47and can be made
00:55:48of plastic,
00:55:48rubber,
00:55:49or wood.
00:55:49It's still unclear
00:55:51why the inventors
00:55:52weren't satisfied
00:55:52with regular sticks
00:55:53from the ports.
00:55:54I'm pretty sure
00:55:55your dog won't know
00:55:57the difference.
00:55:59So, grab your phone.
00:56:01Good.
00:56:01Now, turn it around.
00:56:03You see that little dot
00:56:04between the camera
00:56:05and the flash?
00:56:06That's a tiny microphone.
00:56:08Bet that's something
00:56:09you didn't know.
00:56:10What's it doing there?
00:56:11Well,
00:56:12when you're on a phone call,
00:56:13this little guy
00:56:14is busy at work
00:56:15reducing the amount
00:56:16of background noise
00:56:17other people hear
00:56:18when you talk.
00:56:19That's right.
00:56:20If it wasn't for this,
00:56:21calls wouldn't be
00:56:22as nearly as crisp
00:56:24as they are now.
00:56:26You're lost in the woods
00:56:27and you're rushing
00:56:28to get back to camp.
00:56:30You suddenly remember
00:56:31you've got something
00:56:32that can help.
00:56:33You grab one
00:56:34of your chest straps
00:56:35from your backpack
00:56:36and whistle on it.
00:56:38Yup,
00:56:39that's right.
00:56:40A lot of bags
00:56:41have this feature in them,
00:56:42especially the ones
00:56:43made for the outdoors.
00:56:44It isn't long
00:56:45before you hear
00:56:46the call of one
00:56:47of your friends
00:56:48and you follow them
00:56:49back to the warm campfire,
00:56:51saved by this
00:56:52cool bit of design.
00:56:54If you're a curious person,
00:56:56you might have wondered
00:56:57what that little pocket
00:56:58in your jeans
00:56:59is doing there.
00:57:00You know,
00:57:00the one that's inside
00:57:02the bigger pocket?
00:57:03People often use it
00:57:04to store coins
00:57:05and bills,
00:57:06but it's not meant for that.
00:57:08It's actually designed
00:57:09to store your pocket watch safely.
00:57:11Huh?
00:57:12Maybe that's where
00:57:13the name pocket watch
00:57:14comes from?
00:57:15Ha ha.
00:57:17You finally arrive home
00:57:18after a long day's work.
00:57:20You understandably
00:57:21don't feel like cooking,
00:57:23so you sit on the couch
00:57:24and watch a bit of TV
00:57:25and order some takeout.
00:57:27How about Chinese?
00:57:28Ah, perfect.
00:57:30There's the doorbell.
00:57:32That has to be your food!
00:57:33It smells delicious!
00:57:35Wait!
00:57:36Before you grab the plates,
00:57:37do this instead.
00:57:38Open your Chinese food container
00:57:40on the table.
00:57:41It becomes the perfect plate.
00:57:43And it's cardboard.
00:57:45Which means
00:57:46no cleaning either.
00:57:48That can of soda
00:57:49you got with your food
00:57:50has a cool feature, too.
00:57:52Look at the tiny metal tab there,
00:57:55the one you used
00:57:55to open the can.
00:57:56Guess what?
00:57:57You can fit your straw in there!
00:57:59In fact,
00:58:00that's exactly
00:58:01what they're made for.
00:58:02Go ahead,
00:58:03try it for yourself.
00:58:05If you're not at your computer,
00:58:07take a look
00:58:08at your keyboard right now.
00:58:09If you're not,
00:58:10that's okay.
00:58:11Here's one on the screen.
00:58:12The keycaps are arranged
00:58:14in what's called
00:58:15the QWERTY layout,
00:58:16named after the first
00:58:17six keycaps
00:58:18below the numbers.
00:58:20As it turns out,
00:58:21it wasn't always this way.
00:58:22They used to be
00:58:23laid out alphabetically,
00:58:25which would make more sense
00:58:26when you think about it.
00:58:27The alphabetical layout
00:58:29fell out of use
00:58:30because long ago,
00:58:31there were things
00:58:32called typewriters.
00:58:33Remember those?
00:58:35You press down a key,
00:58:37and a type bar
00:58:38would fly out,
00:58:39hitting an inked ribbon
00:58:40and stamping a letter
00:58:41on the piece of paper.
00:58:43Eventually,
00:58:44typists got good at this
00:58:45and typed faster.
00:58:46Too fast.
00:58:47The typebars would eventually
00:58:49get caught in a log jam
00:58:51with each other,
00:58:51ruining the flow.
00:58:53To fix this problem,
00:58:54they made keyboards
00:58:55with randomized keycaps.
00:58:57The new layout
00:58:58actually worked better
00:58:59because it made typing
00:59:00harder,
00:59:01helping to slow typists down
00:59:03and prevent the typebars
00:59:04from getting stuck.
00:59:05Much better!
00:59:06Today,
00:59:07no typebars,
00:59:08no typewriters,
00:59:09mostly.
00:59:10People are still fast nowadays,
00:59:12but you just can't help
00:59:13but wonder
00:59:14who was faster though,
00:59:15us or them.
00:59:17Keyboards have another
00:59:18hidden feature too.
00:59:20Have you ever noticed
00:59:20that the F keycap
00:59:21and the J keycap
00:59:23have little bumps
00:59:24on the bottom of them?
00:59:25As it turns out,
00:59:26they're there to help people
00:59:27figure out
00:59:28where they are
00:59:28on the keyboard
00:59:29without having to take
00:59:31their eyes off the screen.
00:59:33Grabbing a takeaway cup
00:59:35of coffee
00:59:35at your favorite cafe
00:59:36might be just what you need
00:59:38to fully wake up
00:59:39in the mornings.
00:59:40When you get back home
00:59:42or to work though,
00:59:43you might be afraid
00:59:44to stain your desk
00:59:45when you put
00:59:45the steaming hot coffee down.
00:59:47Worry not,
00:59:48your plastic lid
00:59:49isn't only good
00:59:50for keeping your coffee hot,
00:59:52it also doubles
00:59:53as a coaster.
00:59:54In fact,
00:59:55they're the perfect size
00:59:56to hold a cup.
00:59:57Try it for yourself.
01:00:00This one's gonna come in handy
01:00:01if you're a home cook.
01:00:03If you're like me,
01:00:04you might have a bit of trouble
01:00:06deciding how much pasta
01:00:07you need for just one serving.
01:00:09Well,
01:00:09if you've got a pasta scoop,
01:00:11grab that.
01:00:12Most people don't know
01:00:13what the little hole
01:00:14in the middle is for
01:00:15and assume it's supposed
01:00:17to help with water drainage
01:00:18or something.
01:00:19It turns out
01:00:20that it helps you
01:00:21measure out
01:00:21a perfect serving.
01:00:23Just see how much
01:00:24dry spaghetti
01:00:25you can fit in the hole
01:00:26and use that
01:00:27as one portion.
01:00:30Out of the store
01:00:31buying coat hangers,
01:00:32you might notice
01:00:33that the plastic ones
01:00:34feel cheaper
01:00:35than the wooden ones.
01:00:36There's a good reason
01:00:37for this.
01:00:38Wooden hangers
01:00:39are made out of cedar wood.
01:00:40The big difference
01:00:41between the two
01:00:42is that the wooden ones
01:00:44repel bugs and moths.
01:00:47They're stronger
01:00:48and last longer too,
01:00:49perfect for things
01:00:50that might stay
01:00:51in your closet
01:00:51for a long time.
01:00:54When you brush your teeth,
01:00:55you might have noticed
01:00:56that your toothbrush
01:00:57has blue bristles.
01:00:59They're not just there
01:01:00for show.
01:01:00In fact,
01:01:01they're there
01:01:02to tell you
01:01:03when it might be time
01:01:04to switch toothbrushes.
01:01:05These bristles
01:01:06lose their strength
01:01:07and color
01:01:08when the brush
01:01:08has been worn down,
01:01:10letting you know
01:01:11that it's time
01:01:12to get rid of it.
01:01:14Microwaves
01:01:15often look a bit
01:01:16like mini TVs,
01:01:17especially ones
01:01:18where you can clearly
01:01:19see the black film
01:01:20around them.
01:01:21This is actually
01:01:22a really important feature
01:01:23that's used
01:01:24to keep the radiation
01:01:25from slipping away.
01:01:26They're called
01:01:27Faraday cages,
01:01:28if you want
01:01:29to get technical.
01:01:30This is why
01:01:31you can stand
01:01:31next to a microwave
01:01:33without melting
01:01:34into a puddle.
01:01:35That's not to say
01:01:36you should stand
01:01:37in front of the microwave
01:01:38and watch your food
01:01:39heat up,
01:01:40but at least
01:01:41you know
01:01:41you won't grow
01:01:42an extra ear
01:01:43or something.
01:01:44Okay, not really.
01:01:46Some ovens
01:01:46have a drawer
01:01:47under them.
01:01:48It's tempting
01:01:49to use this
01:01:49to store random junk
01:01:50you don't use often,
01:01:51but there's a better
01:01:52use for it.
01:01:53Instead,
01:01:54this should be used
01:01:55to help keep the food
01:01:56that's waiting
01:01:57to be served hot.
01:01:58You can take it
01:01:59out of the oven
01:02:00and store it
01:02:00right in this drawer,
01:02:02keeping your oven
01:02:02free for you
01:02:03to carry on cooking.
01:02:06Now,
01:02:07you're on a plane
01:02:07looking around
01:02:08trying to pass
01:02:09the time
01:02:09before takeoff.
01:02:10When you examine
01:02:11the window,
01:02:12you notice
01:02:13this has a little,
01:02:14very tiny hole
01:02:15on its bottom.
01:02:16Don't worry,
01:02:17it's not broken.
01:02:18It's there
01:02:19to relieve the pressure
01:02:20that builds up
01:02:21over time
01:02:22as the plane
01:02:22goes up and down.
01:02:24It also lets
01:02:25the air flow
01:02:25through it.
01:02:26Now,
01:02:27raise your hand
01:02:28if you've ever
01:02:28ridden on an escalator
01:02:30and scrubbed
01:02:30your shoes
01:02:31on its bristles.
01:02:32Hey,
01:02:32I'm guilty
01:02:33of doing that.
01:02:34Maybe more
01:02:34than I should.
01:02:35It's not there
01:02:36to clean your shoes,
01:02:37though.
01:02:37It's an important
01:02:38safety measure.
01:02:39It stops your shoelaces,
01:02:41clothing,
01:02:41and other stuff
01:02:42from getting stuck
01:02:43in there,
01:02:43avoiding a nasty scene
01:02:45when you go
01:02:46to get off.
01:02:48Sometimes a piece
01:02:49of fabric
01:02:50comes with
01:02:50your new clothing.
01:02:51It usually comes
01:02:52along with the
01:02:53extra buttons
01:02:53in a little plastic bag.
01:02:55You might think,
01:02:56it's just a piece
01:02:57of fabric
01:02:57to use for future
01:02:58patching,
01:02:59in case you rip it.
01:03:00But that isn't
01:03:01its purpose at all.
01:03:03It's actually supposed
01:03:04to be put in
01:03:04the washing machine
01:03:06to test how it reacts
01:03:07to various washings.
01:03:08Now,
01:03:09you don't have to worry
01:03:10about shrinking
01:03:10your new,
01:03:11expensive coat
01:03:12because you know
01:03:13how it'll react
01:03:14to the wash.
01:03:16Bubbles!
01:03:16Who doesn't love bubbles?
01:03:18Most people have
01:03:18fond memories
01:03:19with bubble blowers
01:03:20as a kid.
01:03:21But as adults,
01:03:22the closest thing
01:03:23we can get
01:03:24to recapturing
01:03:24that feeling
01:03:25is with bubble baths.
01:03:27After a hard day
01:03:28at work,
01:03:28there's nothing better
01:03:29than dipping
01:03:30into a nice warm
01:03:31bubble bath.
01:03:32Right, guys?
01:03:33And the bubbles
01:03:34do more than just
01:03:35clean you.
01:03:36If they're high-quality
01:03:37bubbles,
01:03:38they'll serve
01:03:38as a heat insulator.
01:03:40So they make sure
01:03:41that your bath
01:03:42stays warm
01:03:43for longer.
01:03:45Boxes of chocolate
01:03:46sometimes have
01:03:47these mysterious
01:03:47holes in them.
01:03:48When I'm eating
01:03:49a box,
01:03:50or two,
01:03:51I usually ignore them
01:03:52and take out
01:03:53the chocolate
01:03:53by pressing
01:03:54the bottom
01:03:55of the plastic.
01:03:56But it turns out
01:03:57that I've been
01:03:58doing it wrong
01:03:58the whole time.
01:04:00If you press
01:04:01one of the holes,
01:04:02the chocolate
01:04:03comes right out.
01:04:04I'm certainly
01:04:04going to start
01:04:05doing this
01:04:06from now on.
01:04:08Here's another
01:04:09one from the kitchen.
01:04:10The handle on a pot
01:04:12will often have
01:04:12a hole in it.
01:04:14Most people use this
01:04:15to hang them
01:04:15on a nail
01:04:16on the wall
01:04:17as an easy
01:04:17storage method.
01:04:18The hole
01:04:19has another use,
01:04:20too.
01:04:21When you're cooking,
01:04:22you can use
01:04:23this handle
01:04:23to hold
01:04:24your wooden spoon
01:04:24or whatever else
01:04:26you might be
01:04:26cooking with.
01:04:27This makes sure
01:04:28you don't make
01:04:29a mess
01:04:29when you put it
01:04:30down.
01:04:32Glass bottles
01:04:33usually come
01:04:33with a cap
01:04:34in them.
01:04:35Well,
01:04:35duh!
01:04:36Otherwise,
01:04:37the liquid
01:04:37would just spill.
01:04:38In this cap,
01:04:39there's a plastic
01:04:40liner that seemingly
01:04:41has no purpose,
01:04:42right?
01:04:43Wrong.
01:04:44It's a seal!
01:04:47No,
01:04:47not a seal.
01:04:48A seal!
01:04:49It's the kind
01:04:50that helps
01:04:50keep your drink
01:04:51fizzy.
01:04:52Ah,
01:04:53just the refreshment
01:04:54I needed.
01:04:55A lot of doorknobs
01:04:56are made out of brass,
01:04:58and it's not by chance.
01:04:59They're made out
01:05:00of this specific material
01:05:01because it's bacteria's
01:05:03worst enemy.
01:05:04That's right,
01:05:05it destroys them.
01:05:06Perfect for those
01:05:07who want to keep
01:05:08a clean house
01:05:08and avoid germs.
01:05:10Hey,
01:05:11you want to fish?
01:05:12No.
01:05:12No.
01:05:13We'll see you next time.
01:05:13We'll see you next time.
01:05:13I'll see you next time.