10 Interactive billboards to enhance the advertising experience

 Sharma:

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Omnipresence of billboards all around the streets has made them so common that people hardly notice them. Therefore, companies are working hard to make these billboards interactive and eye-catching so as to grab public attention. There are numerous interactive billboards being designed by companies all over the world and some of them are being discussed below.

10 interactive billboards to enhance the advertising experience are as follows.

1. Honda Billboard Interacting through SMS And Bluetooth

Honda Billboard Interacts Via SMS And BluetoothThe campaign was created by GT Media and JC Decaux using technology provided by Púca.

This interactive billboard was used by Honda in Dublin. The customers could download information from these billboards using Bluetooth. They could start the car by typing a simple SMS. The whole concept was created by JC Decaux and GT Media making use advanced technology to make the process fully interactive.

2. Nike's Interactive Billboard

Nike's UNICEF Interactive BillboardNike's unicef interactive billboard makes each kilometer go further

Nike has created a unique interactive billboard as a charity advertisement. This was launched in Argentina where people walking by could participate in a charity program by simply running on a treadmill equipped with kilometer measure. For every kilometer Nike denotes some set amount to UNICEF. The whole concept of generosity is appreciable. It promotes fitness as well as community spirit. It's a unique platform where people by working out on their fitness can help others in need. The brand Nike has gained a lot of gratitude after implementing this concept in the streets of Argentina.

3. Big in Japan Interactive Billboard

Big in Japan Interactive BillboardBig in Japan is a reality TV powering Swedish in Japan.

We see hundreds of billboards around us every day. They must have soothing unique in them to make them noticeable. The biggest challenge for marketers lies in making billboards interactive and perceptible. Similar efforts were made in making a new Swedish reality show "Big in Japan" famous. The company made vigorous efforts for its promotion campaign. Interactive billboards with speakers and moving detectors were installed in the city. People passing by were detected and cheering was made for them and their pictures were also clicked.

4. Transparent Billboards Promoting Sony PSP

Transparent Billboards Promoting Sony PSPAdventure is anywhere, these billboards seem to sa

Unique unreal billboards have been made by Sony for promoting Sony PSP. Though it's an expensive concept but it has successfully achieved it purpose as these billboards are a key topic of discussion these days. They are built for specific places keeping in mind the location. The ads on these billboards are visible only from a specific angle but they serve the purpose of attracting passersby. Sony Corporation has no doubt once again proved that it has the world's best marketing executives to promote its products.

5. Billboard for a Lingerie Store Bustop

Billboard for a Lingerie Store BustopBillboard advertising is one of the best advertising medium

While commuting we see numerous billboards hanging around the city and most of the times they go unnoticed. The main purpose of billboards is to attract people and interact with them to make the brand famous. The similar strategy was adopted by a lingerie clothing company that created a 3D environment interactive advertisement. The sensors in the billboards are activated by the wind blow which lifts the skirt to reveal lingerie product underneath.

6. Slower Is Better' Ad Campaign

Slower Is Better' Ad CampaignElm Grove Police Department in Wisconsin developed this campaign

There are certain billboards that are issued in interest of public and not for business purpose. The Elm grove Police department has issued a unique billboard to make people drive slow and safe. This campaign has been launched in Wisconsin on accident prone roads. These billboards display information about the rash driving if the speed is above 25mph. The whole concept has been implemented by a company named as Cramer-Krasselt in Milwaukee, USA. This creative idea promotes "Slower is better" in a very unique and impressive way.

7. BBC World's Interactive Billboard

BBC World's Interactive BillboardThe billboard tallied the results in real time

To promote BBC World in America a very creative and innovative billboards have been designed. The billboards had an interactive setup displaying a challenging question that tempted spectator to respond by a text message. The results were tallied in real time. This interactive billboard was able to grab a merit award at Art Director Club.

8. HBO billboards

HBO / Big Love Audio billboardsInteractive audio billboards featured everyday people walking on a city street

The Big Love Audio billboards had jack built into each individual's head walking on the street. They tempting people to plug in these head phones and listen to their hidden thoughts which ranged from innocent to even dramatic. These boards were featured at Times Square subway station in NYC and in Hollywood and Venice beach in LA.

9. Adobe CS3 Interactive Billboard

Adobe CS3 Interactive BillboardInteractive Billboard for the 3rd release launching of their Adobe Software

This unique interactive billboard was exposed in 14th street of NYC by Adobe Software to promote the release of their creative suite. As the people walk along the wall, infrared sensors get activated and select the person to control slider button on the wall. As the person continues to walk along with the slider, the wall displays fancy and colorful animations and pictures along with some music. The slides appear in accordance with the pace of the pedestrians and when the person reaches the end of the wall the entire billboard is in its full bloom displaying its promotional message "Creative license: take as much as you want".

10. Guerrilla Style Billboard

Guerrilla Style BillboardNikon Interactive Billboard

Nikon has promoted the launch of its D700 model in Korea in a very interactive way. They have mounted a massive billboard at Seoul substation that displays actual looking images competing for taking the best picture in celebrity style. The passerby are treated as celebrity and clicked by flashing cameras when they walk in front of the billboard.

10 cool and creative swimming pool designs

Leka Ram:

creative swimming pool designscool and creative swimming pool designs

Swimming is a favorite pastime for many people especially during the summer. There are many people who take to the pool for their daily workouts. Swimming is considered to be a very good exercise too for all age groups of people. So adding a swimming to your garden or the backyard can be a real asset to your home and property. Check out these 10 cool and creative swimming pool designs that you can install in your home.

1. Infinity pool

Infinity PoolAn infinity edge swimming pool

The stunning rectangular shaped swimming pool is located in a serene and peaceful location which adds to the overall beauty of the pool. It looks like a very long and rectangular pool of cool waters where you can indulge in your favorite sport. At the same time, you can enjoy the beauty of the pool or relax by its side in one of the swimming pool chairs.

2. Hanging pool

Hanging PoolHanging Pool in Dallas

If you have come across hanging gardens and bridges, then it is turn of swimming pools. You can find a fabulous hanging swimming pool at Hotel Elan in Dallas. It is a 5 star boutique hotel that will be open to public next year. The special feature of the hotel is the hanging pool that is located on the 10th floor of the building. Next time you plan a visit to Dallas, check out this pool.

3. World's deepest pool

Deepest PoolDeepest Pool scuba diving center in Uccle, Belgium.

How about an adventurous dive into the deepest swimming pool in the world? If you want to make your dream come true, visit the Nemo 33, the scuba diving center located in Uccle that houses this swimming pool. It has a special submerged structure inside with platforms on various levels. There are two bottoms for the pool. One is at a depth of 10 m and the other is at 5 m. There is a circular pit with a depth of about 33 m. It has 2,500,000 liters of spring water. The pool also has many windows for looking at the depths.

4. Bathing ship pool

Bathing ShipBathing swimming pool in Berlin, Germany.

A cargo container Badeschiff has been transformed into a swimming pool for the public. It is located on the beached shore of the East Harbor of the River Spree. The bathing pool is open to public and the citizens are allowed to swim safely in a healthy environment too. The pool looks more attractive with decorative lights in the night.

5. Transparent pool

Transparent PoolTransparent Pool with transparent glass bottom.

This unique swimming pool comes with a transparent glass bottom. You can easily see the beautiful below the bottom of the pool while enjoying the swim. This adds a special charm and beauty to the pool.

6. World's largest pool

Largest PoolLargest Pool located in Chile.

You might want to store some energy drinks if you wish to fulfill your dream of taking a splash in largest swimming pool of the world. It is about 1000 yards long and spread over 20 acres. It is 115 feet deep and holds about 66 million gallons of water. The pool is located at the sea side in Chile. The best thing is that the pool uses computer control for suction and filtration. This keeps the fresh sea water circulation intact.

7. Ocean pool

Ocean PoolOcean Pool Coogee in Sydney

The amazing ocean pool is situated at Coogee, Sydney, Australia. It looks absolutely stunning because it seems to merge with the sea at some point or the other. The best thing is that the pool matches well to the surrounding and has the water coming straight from the sea. The pool enables the people to enjoy the water of the sea and the warm weather.

8. World's largest indoor pool

Largest Indoor PoolLargest Indoor Pool located in Japan.

Ocean Dome in Miyazaki is the largest indoor pool in the world. It is about 100 m wide and 300 m long. The pool is situated at 500 m from the ocean. The temperature maintained inside the pool is 30 degrees. The roof of the pool is designed in such a way that it look like the sky with clouds etc. There is an artificial wave generation arrangement and an artificial volcano. The saddest part is that the pool is closed now.

9. Guitar shaped pool

Guitar ShapedGuitar-Shaped Pool Centerpiece of Bradenton, FL Home

A guitar shaped pool is something special that you may wish to have in your home just like Aaron Dorfman. The insurance company owner is a music lover too. He once visited the home of a rock star that had a guitar shaped swimming pool. He was so fascinated by it that he decided to have one built in his home. The pool was built in 2004 and it decorates the 5,108 square foot manor.

10. Underground pool

Underground PoolUnderground Pool located in Midway, Utah, Homestead Crater.

The underground pool is located in Utah. The Homestead Crater in which the pool is located is 55 foot tall. The geothermal pool gets sunshine through the hole in the center of the roof that is dome shaped. The temperature of the water is maintained at 90-96 degrees.

Vintage Anti-Suffrage Posters & Propaganda

 the passage of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution in 1920, women were formally given the right to vote: "The right of citizens of the United States to vote are not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex." This was the culmination of over a century of hotly contested advocacy and debate in the American public on women's suffrage. Below are some examples of anti-suffrage posters and illustration with most focusing on the ruinous consequences for the American household and family if women were given the right to vote:

Seven stunning sink designs for modern spaces

 Varma:

Stunning sink designsStunning sink designs for modern spaces

A sink in the washroom is probably the most overlooked element in the house. Although people spend a lot of money trying to get the most artistic and stylish items in their bathroom, yet they ignore the idea of a good, stylish and sophisticated sink. But this item can actually make or break the entire look of your washroom.

Therefore, check out this list of seven stunning, spectacular and beautiful sinks that add grace to your washroom with their charm.

1. Eco friendly erosion sinks from Gore designs

Gore DesignEco-friendly erosion sinks from Gore Design.

Gore Design Company's team planned and designed a creative way to be eco friendly. The eco friendly sink design from this company uses recycle materials to make eco friendly erosion sinks. Called 'Recycrete', this technique uses by products and waste to create this organic design. The sink appears to be complimenting the natural course of water. It uses glass fiber reinforced concrete to make a light product that is beautiful and nature friendly.

2. Sink/toilet combo

Sink/toilet comboSink/toilet combo for ultimate water conservation.

Intellectualists say that the World War III would be fought over waters. And if you are the one who wish to end the doom, then this sink is especially designed for you. The sink/toilet combo deals with the problem of water shortage by reusing sink water. Designed by Roca, this sink has an automatic cleaning system that uses sink water and flushes out bacteria and odors from your toilet. This is a great choice for those who live in small apartments and promotes eco friendly living. Now your waste water as well as the style of your small washroom can be managed.

3. Tolga Baydars fat sink

Fat sinkTolga Baydar's fat sink is a fruit of labor.

We rarely appreciate modern utilities that workers around the world create every day. So, this fat sink by Tolga Baydar would remind you about the effort designers and employees make to create a stylish product for your bathroom. This sink is wooden and extremely luxurious, its design show careful carving at places. Its exuberant charm and sophistication makes it ideal for your bathroom. The structural beauty of this sink will make your bathroom the best place to visit.

4. Brilliant spiral sink and washbasin design

Spiral sinkBrilliant spiral sink and wash basin design.

This is a perfect choice for those who want elegance to be reflected from their bathroom interiors. The spiral design emphasizes on dynamic flow of water. It looks like a stream of water. This sink is also organic and beautiful as the drop and splash patterns of water too look like a design. So you get a new sink design every time you switch on the tap.

5. Unbiased bathroom sink design by Cenk Kara

You want your bathroom luxurious? If yes, then this is an apt choice for you. Unbiased bathroom design by Cenk Kara is truly a world class sink the reflect luxury, style and confidence. It is not just an element of your bathroom, it is an interior. Its creative design, sleek finish and beautiful layout make it flawless. You surely cannot move out of the bathroom without washing your hands here.

6. New polyedra 3D artistic sink design

3D artistic sinkPolyedra 3D artistic sink design.

These days everybody wants 3D, but there are some who are so fascinated by the 3D that they want it even in their bathroom. And for those, this polyedra 3D sink makes their dream come true. Designed by Franke, the design of this sink is breathtaking. And the best thing is that this sink comes handy in your kitchen too. The stylish diamond shape of this sink would make your bathroom classy and your kitchen chic. Bring home this 3D sink and appreciate the developments and inventions in the contemporary world. So, say no to boring, square sinks and bring home style!

7. Contemporary sink from Omvivo

OmvivoContemporary sink from Omvivo.

You always wonder of fashion and functionality can delve together? Well, yes they can and Omvivo makes it possible with its contemporary sink. The superbly proportioned design by Joseph Licciardi enables users to indulge their senses into natural flow of water. This design is for those who wish to feel the beauty of countryside in their urban homes. The minimalist design uses quality products for manufacturing this wonderful sink. The slim appearance makes you forget the usual heaviness of a sink. Bring this to your home and add grace to the interiors.

These excellent sink designs will surely add luxury and poise to your bathroom interiors. Moreover the designs will allow you to explore the possibly of sustainable modern utilities in stylish and sophisticated manner

Eight incredible steampunk cellphone designs

 Balasubramanya:

Steampunk iPhoneRetro Concept: The iPhone Goes Steampunk at the iLounge

It is not simply said that "Old is Gold." The purists even go to the extent of considering the "new as nuisance!" While we do not wish to debate on that, there is definitely a charm in all things that are ancient and historic. And a few designers have put in their ingenuity to come up with cell phones that look like they have done a time travel to arrive in the 21st century. We wish to present here, eight steampunk phones that will make you drool.

1. Steampunk cell phone

Steampunk Cell PhoneSteampunk Cell Phone Takes Tech Backwards

This gold colored box you see looks like some meter from a bygone era no doubt. But it is a phone! No data plan. No 3G. No games or widgets. But hey! Just wait. There is no keypad also? You make your calls using the binary coded punch cards; it could not have got spunkier than this! This phone defines the term 'call card'! A rugged brown casing holds the ear piece and mouth piece and of course a few dials. Every time you want to order a pizza, you have to punch cards in. Those steampunk fans out there are sure to rejoice and well, companies better start having custom designed punch cards to distribute as the contact numbers!

2. Russian steam punk phone

Russian steam punk phoneRussian steam punk phone

This is a rich Russian (we have noted the paradox here!) father's gift to his daughter! The phone is all metal and from the backside, it becomes hard to identify as a phone also. Built like a powerful engine, the phone is all nuts, bolts and screws. Ball bearing double up as buttons on the dialing pad. It could also be a handy weapon to use if attacked! Built solidly, the phone packs a punch and its brass and gold look gives it the romance of the medieval ages.

3. Pezzano's steampunk phone

Pezzano's steampunk phonePezzano's steampunk phone

You cannot get a better retro fitted, golden hued 'green' phone than this one. Looking like the strong buckle of a leather belt, this phone has been made entirely from recycled materials and functions only as what a phone is meant to do; make calls and communicate with the other person! Refined with nano-steam technology, this 15cm x 5cm completely recycled phone comes packed with a foldable antenna that is about 30cm long. It has been glued, screwed and painted to appeal to the steampunks and if ordered, there is the promise of delivery anywhere across the globe. There is no display on the phone but let us assure you that the phone itself is a display of its own!

4. Treo Smartphone Mark 1

Treo Smartphone Mark 1Treo Smartphone Mark 1

The phone is not digital and so the clock too is not. But hey! There is a display! Making a happy marriage of the modern with the classy ancient, here is a smartphone that has been modified to thrill the steampunk aficionados. In functionality, you cannot get a better modern phone and in looks, it kills anything with its classic beauty. An embossed clock adds to the looks. The Steampunk Treo Smartphone Mark 1 has been redesigned and retro fitted with brass plates and a leather case. To say the least, it is hard, rugged, cool and completely functional with all mod facilities a simply awesome combination to let go.

5. Celsius X VI II LEDIX 'phone'

Celsius X VI II LEDIX 'phone'Celsius X VI II LEDIX 'phone'

Here is a phone that the emperors and empresses of yore would have fallen in love with if only they had the chance of having it! Made regally with grade 5 titanium, this phone has a mechanically elucidated watch also attached to it. Flip it open, and it is a modern smartphone, complete with screen and dials - modern interiors housed in steampunk exteriors. A 2.2 inch OLED screen, a 3.2 MP camera and hours of talk-time are all embedded. Apologies to the geeks for the phone has no Bluetooth or OS. But then, it is not meant for them! It is a limited edition phone with only 28 pieces being made available. Weighing an impressive 245 grams, it is worth its weight in gold for a person who recognizes its beauty and value.

6. Steampunk iPhone

Steampunk iPhoneRetro Concept: The iPhone Goes Steampunk at the iLounge

The Apple of the steampunk world too has been busy as we see! The iPhone omega, promises to take you 'back into the future' with its vintage looks encapsulating modern features. Designer Karl Vanderbeek has submitted the phone for the iLounge contest and he must be wishing the captain Jack Sparrow is on the jury that decides the winner! But do not judge it completely by the looks. It has been incorporated with touchscreen technology and has the capacity to support up to 5G! Instead of putting old wine in a new bottle, this is the case of new wine being poured in an old bottle with refreshing results. Video calling camera, GPS tracking, location tracking, camera and super-fast and sensitive touchscreen, makes this the ultimate phone for any modern pirate.

7. Classic Nokia cellphone

Classic Nokia cellphoneClassic Nokia cellphone

Straight out from the Industrial Revolution, this Nokia concept based phone will be a dream for many. It has screws in for the dial pad. The mechanical wheels of some vintage machine seem to adorn the phone as its selection keys and the ear phones! A classical spring winds and loops around the body acting as an 'antenna'. Encased in metal, the phone has been beautifully finished in a pure leather covering. Turn in around and you will see that in true Victorian style, the phone is held in place by nuts and bolts!

8. John Mavrovic's phone

John Mavrovic's phoneJohn Mavrovic's steampunk phone

This is rare classic beauty. It is green in color and green in character too. But in looks, it is so historic and grand! The phone has been made entirely out of what most people would term as 'pure junk'. That's right! Broken parts of an old typewriter, components of an old clock and a few screws and nuts have been made into the manufacturing raw materials for this steampunk phone by designer John Mavrovic. But, note that the insides are all the modern components of a modern Nokia phone! Ready for the Globus anyone?

Seven cool and creative steampunk USB drives for the geeky

 Sharma:

Waterproof Steampunk USB DriveCool Steampunk USB Drive is Waterproof

USB drives are the most common media that is being used by normal users in their daily routine for storing and carrying data from one place to another. USB drives comes in different sizes and shapes depending upon the availability in the market. You might have used a USB drive for your personal use, so what it looks like? Most probably USB drives that are available are of small size and are much more compact than the previous ones. But have you ever seen some USB drives that are somewhat different in their looks. Let's have a look at the seven cool and creative Steampunk USB drives for the geeky.

1. Steampunked USB drive by Russian modder

Steampunked USB drive by Russian modderSteampunkified version USB drive by Russian modder

The first USB drive in our list is one that is created by a Russian modder. He modified his USB drive to some what different looking piece. This USB drive is made using the old parts of an archaic clock and other electronic parts. He might have collected these parts from a rag shop there. The USB connector of this USB drive comes out when you twist the outer gear. This looks like a brass pipe with some screw and gear that makes it look much more steampunked. The USB drive also has some movable parts, so in your pass time you can also play with it.

2. Brass and copper crafted Steampunk USB Drive

Brass and copper crafted Steampunk USB DriveCool Steampunk USB Drive hand-crafted USB drive from brass and copper

The next USB drive in our list is Brass and copper crafted USB drive that is totally steampunked. This USB drive is made up of brass and copper only. The shining outer surface of the drive makes it look much more attractive than a normal USB drive. Just like a normal USB drive it is also provided with a closing cap. This cap is also made up of brass and copper. Some extra work has been done on this to make it look much more cool as it is in the picture.

3. Steampunk USB Drive by Etsy user

Steampunk USB Drive by Etsy userHandcrafted from copper and used old vintage clock gears to give it that steampunk style look

The next USB drive in our list is one that is created by an Etsy user. This drive is made up of copper parts that are taken from an old vintage clock. The USB drive body has a gear at the top that makes it look cool. This drive is currently available in 2 GB model. You can get this by paying only $50 on Etsy website. This drive will definitely add one more gem to your geeky status.

4. Pocket Memory 5

Pocket Memory 5Pocket Memory 5 steampunk USB drive

The Pocket memory 5 is fifth version in pocket memory series of USB drives. The drive looks like an underwater sea creature. The device is modified using a 64 GB Kingston USB drive. This storage capacity of storing 64 GB of data makes it much more geeky. It has a diamond like jewel at one end which glows with the help of LED when connected to your PC. You can get this drive for you by paying a price of $1,000. This is really a most steampunked version of any USB drive.

5. Steampunk USB Jump Drive

Steampunk USB Jump DriveSteampunk USB Jump Drive, comes with 2GB of storage

The Steampunk USB jump drive is made up of many parts of old vintage clock and gears. The drive comes with a storage capacity of 2 GB. The drive contains a green light that glows when you connect it to your PC or laptop. The drive is made up of Brass and has great shiny looks that can attract any geeky person. The drive is available for purchase at a cool price tag of $50. As you can see in the picture above the gears and the metal parts attached to the drive gives it a more dominating looks.

6. 8GB Steampunk USB Drive

8GB Steampunk USB Drive8GB Steampunk USB drive that features a built-in microSD card reader

The next in our list is a 8 GB storage capacity USB drive that is made up of Brass and Copper. The drive features some of the parts of a wrist watch like its glass. The drive supports an inbuilt card reader that can be used to read memory cards. The drive contains a red colored light that glows through the glass when connected to PC and blinks while you transfer data from it. The drive is available for $195.

7. Waterproof Steampunk USB Drive

Waterproof Steampunk USB DriveCool Steampunk USB Drive is Waterproof

Last USB drive that is in our list is a waterproof steampunk USB drive. This drive is made up of Brass and has some extraordinary design. I still remember the time when i dropped my USB drive in water and it got damaged. But now you do not need to worry about this as this one is waterproof so in case by mistake your drives gets into the water then even it will not get damaged. This drive is available in 8GB model for a price tag of $125.