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This store literally has a “winter simulator” so you can try on coats and see how well they work.
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This restaurant gives each table a buzzer that connects to their server’s smart watch, so they can easily call over their server.
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This hotel has a do not disturb switch that actually makes it so cleaning staff can’t open the door — which is perfect if you REALLY don’t want to be interrupted.
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This zoo has a button that only alerts staff if you spell something correctly, so that little kids can click away at the buttons without bothering staff.
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In this simple yet brilliant idea, this bar has placards you can put on your drink so servers know you’re not finished, you’re just in the bathroom.
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This gas company sends a scratch-and-sniff card for customers so they can detect a gas leak.
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This car cupholder has settings that can heat up or cool down your drink.
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These Kleenex change color as you get close to the end so you know you’re going to have to replace it soon.
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This liquor store has a free chilling service that can get your bottle cold in five minutes.
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This slide has a metal faucet running cold water under it to keep it from getting too hot and burning kids when it’s sunny out.
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And this playground has a free sunscreen dispenser in case it’s a sunny day and you forgot some for your kids.
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And this bar has an ice strip that keeps your drink chilled.
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This car wash makes washing your car a game by allowing you to shoot your car with suds as you wait.
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This store uses a wax figure to make it look like they have security — which isn’t a replacement for security, by any means, but is better (and much cheaper) than nothing.
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This elevator has buttons at multiple levels, for people with wheelchairs or people who have fallen and need to call for help.
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This pub has single-person booths so you don’t have to feel weird about dining alone.
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This grocery store literally has a robot to detect messes — complete with cute google eyes.
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I’m gonna need every bus stop to have a solar-powered bench where you can charge your phone and use the Wi-Fi from now on, thanks.
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This extra fee for parents who can’t control their kids in a restaurant is actually such a good idea. Do one for rude customers next!
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This construction worker is using a solar-powered fan helmet to keep his head cool while he’s working.
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This sign is cold-sensitive so that it turns blue if it’s cold enough for ice to form on the road.
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This staircase saves wood and space by alternating steps.
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This laptop has a webcam that comes from the keyboard, and can be hidden whenever you want by pushing the key back down. Take that, FBI!
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This shower has a shelf you can reach from inside and outside the shower.
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This milk carton actually shows you how much milk is left.
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This die has a die inside it so you can double roll with just one piece.
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This Pringles canister came with a plastic hook to lift up the chips so you don’t have to dig your hand into the tube.
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This supermarket has a special touchpad to ground yourself and avoid electric shocks.
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This sandwich shop displays their sandwiches without bread, both to prevent the bread from getting soggy and to show you what’s inside.
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These empanadas have their type stamped on the edges to erase any guessing game.
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This gym has a ton of water bottle temperature options, and has them organized by how cold they are.
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These briefs came with a guide to check yourself for testicular cancer, which is just safe and smart.
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This workplace’s IT department had a vending machine for any computer parts necessary, and billed back to the department collecting them.
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And this butcher shop also had a vending machine, for anyone who needed to buy meat after hours.
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This breakfast buffet used little ice cream cone bowls to serve yourself jam in, both to reduce waste and to provide a yummy treat.
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And this buffet had its own peanut butter maker for fresh peanut butter.
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And finally, this really has no functional purpose, but I still thing it’s so cool — this is someone’s kitchen floor they made out of resin.
Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com/hannahmarder/cool-big-brain-ideas