22 Cool Inventions That Exist Right Now

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These swings installed on a street in Montreal that encourage activity and laughter are pretty cool

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These sleep pods are perfect for a nap or for the cheap traveler

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Double the precious parking with this

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Japan hands the fuel pumps from the ceiling so you can use any pump no matter what side it is on (and actually you can do that here in America too because the hoses DO stretch)

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Tired of having your backpack fall to the ground? These chairs solve that

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These red lights let you know exactly how long before they change color

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The red light system of the Netherlands explained

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And this umbrella keeps the blowing rain from getting ya

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How fun and cool is this?

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These swings set the tone and encourage a bit of movement

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Tired of holding your book? Here's a great way to keep those pages from blowing in the wind

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These traffic lights that light the entire pole so there's no way you can miss the color

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DOn't you hate when you get a call you HAVE to take that's really private but there are too many people around? Slip into one of these sound proof pods so nosy eavesdroppers can just move on

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This bench solves many problems- including that weird stranger who keeps scooting closer

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This tells you which train cars have open spaces so you don't miss the train looking for a vacant spot

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Now you don't have to walk your bike down the steps, you can ride it

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If you want to catch some rays, flip the bench one way, if you want to sit with the sun to your back, flip it the other!

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Give your cat a spot to play so he stays off of your papers or dinner

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Nice little chatting nooks

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A musical street that plays a song as you hit the notes

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Porch swings encourage you to sit and enjoy the company, slow down and people watch

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This umbrella frees up your other hand by providing a cup holder