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Coaster charges phones using energy from hot or cold drinks

Regular readers of Springwise may remember our recent coverage of the PowerPot, a cooking device that takes advantage of disparities in thermal energy to power phone chargers. Now the Epiphany onE Puck aims to achieve something similar, enabling anyone to charge their handset using hot or cold drinks. READ MORE…

Charge your phone with the heat from your coffee!

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Electronic musical instrument can be played by kids with motor conditions

The University of Edinburgh has already recognized the benefit of musical instruments aimed at children with motor problems with its Skoog instrument. Similarly, the MidiWing is an electronic musical device that can be operated using multiple controllers, opening up access to young people without the dexterity to master traditional instruments. READ MORE…