The Photo Hangers paper clips are one of those little objects that make us smile effortlessly. A simple idea transforms a simple paper clip into something really fascinating.

Designed by Juta Kan and produced by Japanese Plus-D. The Photo Hangers are made of a single bent steel wire. These unique paper clips look like miniature hangers and they come with a hook on top. The designer’s idea is that you can suspend photos, cards or notes without having to pierce them. You can just clip the photo to the Photo Hanger and hang the whole thing to a pushpin on the corkboard. Of course, they can be also be used as a conventional paper clip.

They are a classic example of Japanese Design. The idea is practical, simple, affordable and with countless applications depending on your imagination. For example one would need just a piece of string and some Photo Hangers to display his photos or notes in a creative and original way, suspended across the room.

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You have just purchased a new and shiny iPhone and you are pondering how to keep it safe from the adventures of your daily life? The LifeProof waterproof iPhone case is perhaps the most sophisticated case ever built for the iPhone and will keep your precious new toy safe from just about everything.

The LifeProof iPhone case delivers the highest level of waterproof, shock-proof, dirt-proof protection in an incredibly low profile and weight, mere 1.5mm increase to each edge and 28 grams weight. It renders the iPhone completely waterproof up to a 2 meter (6.6ft) depth and meets the IP-68 rating. The IP-68 rating is intended to certify military electronic devices. It includes 26 tests some of which require the device to fall from a height of 2 m to concrete surface with all possible angles. Essentially it is the most rigorous military specification for dust, water, shock and impact protection. With the LifeProof waterproof iPhone case you can literally take your iPhone anywhere, anytime, and do anything with carefree freedom.

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The Smartfish Engage Keyboard is the first ergonomic keyboard in the world that alters its shape in order to minimize wrist and finger fatigue after long periods of typing.

Engage was developed in collaboration with leading orthopedic hospital, The Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, with a portion of all proceeds from sales being donated to the hospital to help further research of technologies. Unlike other ergonomic keyboards that adopt different key layouts, the Engage Keyboard is a QWERTY keyboard that is the first to feature a patented motion system that studies the user’s typing frequency and automatically makes periodic adjustments to the position of the keyboard’s two halves and its tilt. These changes in positioning are is designed to promote the natural motion of the user’s hands and wrists and ensure the user’s hands aren’t in a fixed position all day long.

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Can a letter opener be turned into an object of art? Austrian design studio Purisme and designer Mario Zeppetzauer show that everything is possible, by turning this simple tool to a must-own design object.

The Purisme letter opener is made entirely of carbon fiber and is strikingly stylish. Weighting only 10 grams this feather light luxury item conveys slenderness and elegance. It is manufactured in the same production center where formula 1 race car shells are built and it is crafted with an amazing amount of detail, workmanship, and quality. The design is inspired by the legendary Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird Mach 3+ strategic reconnaissance aircraft, a symbol of power, excellence and technological superiority.

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The Cliffhanger lamp by Danish Frandsen Design is an exclusive table lamp for the modern work desk, which exemplifies Scandinavian minimalism.

Designed by Henrik Pedersen, the Cliffhanger lamp hangs gracefully on the edge of a table or desk and balances using a counterweight. Hence the name Cliffhanger. Several different materials have been combined impeccably for its construction. The base is made of brushed steel and matte black carbon fiber, while the “shade” of the lamp is made of cotton.

The perfectly minimalistic design is complete with the transparent cord and the satin metal counterweight which constitute a simple and very elegant table lamp, ideal for a contemporary office environment.

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TDK is bringing the classic back with the new TDK Boombox, a sleek retro-modern portable audio system with a clear nod to the iconic blasters of the 80′s.

The design of the impressive TDK Boombox combines retro elements with all the “bells & whistles” of the digital era. Among its rich feature list the TDK Boombox has Intuitive touch-sensitive buttons, USB port used to play and control music directly from storage devices including USB flash drives and external hard drives, input options to connect most audio devices and a 30-Pin iPod-iPhone connector cable. You can even plug in your guitar or microphone and mix with other music sources.

The best part however is the solidity of its distinctive retro-modern look. The TDK Boombox comes with a leather shoulder strap, a stylish fixed solid metal handle and an awesome looking glossy finish, a perfect combination of digital performance and analog nostalgia.

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Eccentric fashion designer Jeremy Scott and Adidas Originals collaborate once more and this time they come up with the angelic looking ”Adidas Originals x Jeremy Scott winged flats”.

After the success of the Adidas Originals x Jeremy Scott JS wings with the characteristic side wings it was time to repeat the design with something a bit more feminine. For Spring-Summer 2011 collection the winged adidas shoes are available in the form of ballet flats

The single-color white is entirely fitting, while the wings on the back remind us a bit of the winged sandals worn by Greek god Hermes, the messenger of the gods. Attention! If you do decide to try to fly like Hermes, make sure you do that from a low point.

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Sidecar Publicidad is known being very creative and these impressive wine bottles they designed for Spanish firm Pecados is testament to their creativity. Their design is inspired by the seven deadly sins.

Packaging is everything these days and over the recent years we have seen many packages that can even be considered to be a form of contemporary art. The Seven Deadly Sins Wine Bottles are a prime example of a packaging with high artistic value and originality. The whole collection consists of seven Rioja wines, and the design of the bottles reflects each one of the seven deadly sins visually.

Check out all the bottles after the jump, and who knows, maybe you will give in to temptation!

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