Scent is one of the strongest senses in the human body, yet even in today’s era of smart devices, the […]
Beyond the iPad: Startups Are Tackling Smart Tech for Parenting
Jaganath “CJ” Swamy had always considered himself a diligent parent, but an experience playing at Golden Gate Park with his […]
7 Startups Forcing Home Furnishing & Interior Design Into The Future
Interior design and furniture selection used to be a labor-intensive, time-sucking, expensive endeavor. You had to travel to a variety of […]
Do We Need Artificial Intelligence In Our Alarm Clocks? Apparently, Yes
Waking up, accepting that the day has begun and then quickly getting organized to attack it isn’t always easy. The […]
When Tools Are Cool: The 17-In-1 Pocket-Sized Talon From Tactica
How often have you had a small job become a huge ordeal, or even impossible, because you didn’t have the right […]
7 Smart Cooking Contraptions To Consider For A Connected Kitchen
We could all use a little extra help in the kitchen. Thanks to the Internet of Things, and some succulent […]
This Stunning Self-Sand-Drawing Kinetic Art Table Is About To Nab $2M On Kickstarter
Ever played with a Spirograph? If you have you’ll have experienced the anticipation and then the sheer magic of watching […]
This Smart Mirror Analyzes Your Skin To Create Personalized Skincare Regimens
This smart mirror might replace your esthetician or dermatologist with its personalized, ongoing skincare recommendations and connected app.
High Schoolers Are Designing A Cure For Seasonal Affective Disorder
Winter is coming, and for the 30+ million Americans with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD, seriously?), that could mean low energy, […]
This Luxury Tent Goes Up Anywhere And Only Costs $100K
The Autonomous Tent Co makes semi-permanent structures that can be disassembled without leaving a trace. Two days to build, $100K … and you’ve got a kind of glamping that puts a cabin in the woods to shame.
A Smart Digital Photo Frame That Automatically Picks Your Best Pics & Recognizes People
Taking photos with our phones has become an almost reflex response to seeing something cool. While some of us have mastered […]
Meet The Pillow That Just Cracked A Million Dollars On Kickstarter
If you spend your nights tossing and turning, trying to find the perfect way to position yourself, a comfortable pillow […]
Color.Works Turns Photos To Wall Art Containing Thousands Of Crayons
On-demand artwork is nothing new. From caricature sketch artists in the park to paintings-from-photos services online, it’s a rather well-worn […]
There’s A “New Mac” Scented Candle, And That Makes Perfect, Annoying Sense
According to a study I conducted last year by just living, Apple fans are the most annoying people in the […]
This “Attach-to-Anything” Bluetooth Lock May Keep Your Kids Out Of The Liquor Cabinet
There are certain cabinets in my house (detergents, liquor, laundered money, etc.) that I want to keep my kids from […]
Is This Connected Auto-Adjusting Health-Conscious Standing Desk The Smartest Office Furniture Ever?
If you aren’t doing it standing, you’re not doing it right. I’m talking about work, ya perverts. Researchers have found […]
Ping For Airbnb Hosts Provides Physical Touchpoints to Guide Digital Tours
If you’re an absentee Airbnb host renting out your house or apartment, you’ll soon have no need to feel guilty […]
Fenestra Will Motorize & Automate Home Windows To Make Them Smart Windows
The EPA has shown that indoor air can be considerably more polluted than outdoor air. So trying to escape the […]
This Frame Makes Real Things Look Like Beautiful Slow Motion
In the fast-paced world in which we currently live, sometimes it’s worth the time to appreciate the beauty of things […]
The Levitating Cocktail Glass Cleared Its Kickstarter Goal
Looking for new ways to take your drinking experiences to the next level? Looking for something a little extra to […]
Weekly Snapshot: Tech News To Know August 15-19
Believe it or not, we don’t cover every piece of tech news here at SnapMunk. In an effort to keep […]
So, Crazy Story: 3D Food Printers Are Well On Their Way
People have been 3D printing crazy things for some time now. Orthodontic braces? Check. Fingers? Yep. Custom footwear? Obviously. Musical instruments? […]
Prisma Promises Cold Brew Coffee In 10 Minutes or Less
If you enjoy a morning cup of Joe, you’ve probably sampled cold brew coffee. The main reason consumers prefer cold […]
A Machine To Make Homemade Hard Cider From Fresh Fruit In 2 Weeks
Thanks to a recent wave of spirited startups, “having drinks at home” has become a lot more creative; solutions like Brewie make […]
AntiSnore Music Playing Alarm Clock & Sleep-Assist Smart Pillow Is Wide Awake On Kickstarter
Rem-Fit recently developed a line of products designed to enhance your sleep, one of which is the ZEEQ Smart Pillow. […]
Robotic Furniture You Configure, Move & Shapeshift With An App & A Button Press
When it comes to most apartments, renters and owners tend to sacrifice most of what they want for practicality and […]
Engineer Builds AI-Powered Sprinkler System to Keep Cats Off His Lawn
It turns out you don’t need a firearm and a mean mug to protect your turf. Robert Bond, a Systems […]
Nanit, The Baby Monitor Probably Smarter Than Most Parents
Baby monitors have been around since the 1930’s but there hasn’t been much innovation in the space for a while. For […]
7 Startups & Technologies Every Coffee Lover Should Check Out
If you love coffee and everything that comes with being caffeinated, tech has caught up to speed with your addiction. […]
Apocalypse Notification: There’s A Selfie Mirror (That Actually Does A Lot More)
Mirrors are a great way to enhance any room, plus they’re also essential for taking selfies at home and in […]
Command Any Smart Device By Knocking Any Surface With This Less Crappy Clapper
Knocki is a smart device that sends texts, turns on TVs, dims lights, and all kinds of other things, with a simple knock on any surface. Like the old-school Clapper, you can knock to activate, but, unlike the Clapper, it promises to be reliable and flexible, connecting with many other smart devices to make the smart home a reality.
We’re Going There: A $700 Home Laundry Folding Machine
It was hard to brag about technological progress when you were forced to manually fold your laundry, wasn’t it? Well those days are over … maybe. With two laundry folding machines poised for market, the technology shows promise but might not yet be ready to take over the household laundry duties.
Chicago Foodie Startup Scene Betting Big On Tech & Green
Some cities were built on rock ‘n roll. Chicago was built on industry, and the startup scene, particularly the foodie […]
Need A Portable Stone Floor Wood Burning Pizza Oven? Sure You Do.
Today it’s common to see families and individuals trying to recreate restaurant recipes in the interest of convenience, saving money, […]
3 Startups To Help You Build Your Art Collection
Art is something which is easy to admire, but can be extremely hard to obtain. Well, the good stuff anyway. […]
FlipFlic Adjusts Blinds Based On Changes In Light & Temperature
FlipFlic, now available through Kickstarter, automates the opening and closing of blinds with temperature and light sensors and a mobile application. This targeted smart-home device might represent a highly focused gadget for the internet of things.
$700 Home Cold-Pressed Juicer Launches With Help From Silicon Valley
Lance Armstrong isn’t the world’s most famous juicer anymore. Or maybe he still is, but Juicero is getting close. At […]
Life Complete: This Smart Grill Always Cooks Steak Perfectly
I recently had a grill mishap. No, I didn’t accidentally blow my face off, or anything terrible like that. But […]
5 Companies Waging War On Sleeplessness with Tech
These companies, four of which are startups themselves, are creating sleep technology designed to track sleep habits, fight insomnia, and make the bed more comfortable. With all this tech, sleeplessness should be a thing of the past.
Making Any Couch Move and Vibrate for Immersive Movies and Games
Like crocodiles or Nickelback’s music, couches haven’t “evolved” a whole lot in some time. And they don’t really need to […]
CoeLux Lamps Look and Function EXACTLY Like Skylights
There are plenty of ways to boost your mood, but having the right lighting is one of the simplest ways […]
Buying Luxury Furniture Made Easier with Startups Like Vinterior
Finding second hand, luxury furniture on classified sites like Craigslist or Gumtree is neither easy nor particularly enjoyable. Even if you think […]
Home Brewing Gets Automated and Super Easy with Brewie
Just like coffee, most people love beer. While it’s simple to brew coffee, home brewing beer is a bit more […]
Smart Clocks are Happening but Ingrein and Glance Are Two Very Different Products
Smart home hardware has gathered momentum in recent times, spurred primarily by startups obsessed with cashing in on the imminent […]
20 Highs and Lows of CES 2016
As most of you know, last week was CES 2016 in Las Vegas; the world’s most prolific consumer electronics show. […]