In life, most of us pay attention to only those problems that affect us. We tend to ignore problems that may seem little to us but have a huge impact on others (that includes our beloved planet earth as well). Thankfully, there are people out there who think not only about themselves but others as well. Here is a list of some brilliant solutions to those problems that really didn’t matter a lot to us or we thought there wasn’t any need to find their solution.
1. A Chair with Dual Purpose
It can get irritating to hold your bag on your shoulder or handle it while having a cup of coffee. Well, there is a solution to this problem as well.
This chair is specifically designed to serve two purposes: to enable people to sit and to hold their bags.
2. Helping Avocado Lovers
Not many people know that avocados do not ripen on trees and they are ripened once they are harvested.
This sticker shows when it is the right time to eat an avocado. At least now people won’t eat unripened avocados
3. A Caring Dentist
Most of us feel super bored when we are at the dentist. After all, we can’t do anything while the dentist has their hand in our mouth.
Well, this local dentist has a “Where’s Wally” on the ceiling which keeps the patient entertained during the appointment.
4. Plastic Bottle Currency
China has come up with a plan to control pollution with a unique idea. They have introduced recycling-for-payment programs.
The program was first introduced in a busy Beijing subway where a passenger receives credit ranging from 5 to 15 cents per bottle.
5. Making Shopping Easy
Some of us get irritated when a staff of the store follows us everywhere, right? Well, this is a good solution to avoid it.
The store lets you choose whether you want to be bothered or not. We wonder what would happen if the customer changes their mind.
6. Technology for Educational Purposes
Here is an example of using technology effectively. The student’s homework has a QR code on it. Seems irrelevant, right?
When the QR code is scanned, it takes the student to an instructional YouTube video which is posted by the teacher related to the lesson.
7. Open and Close Sign Board
Those days are gone when an Open and Closed signboard was used. Now, this new board has come to the party.
The mechanism of this board is cool and all you have to do is rotate one of the wheels.
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8. Rotating Bench
When it rains, we don’t sit without cleaning the seat first. We look for tissue paper or dry cloth to clean the bench.
This rotating bench ensures one side of the bench remains dry so that you can enjoy without worrying about wet clothes.
9. Killing Two Birds with One Stone
Okay, this is not a solution to quitting smoking, but this is more directed towards not throwing cigarette buds.
People can not only dispose of cigarette buds but also share their opinion as well.
10. A Winter Simulator
Have you ever bought winter clothes only to find out that they weren’t really good at keeping you warm? Of course, you have.
This winter simulator has below zero temperature so that you can test out winter clothes before purchasing them.
11. A Library That Promotes Cooking
Now, this is a library that doesn’t just promote reading. It is more of a library that encourages practical work as well.
At this library, there are dozens of different cake pans that you can borrow.
12. Handful? No Problem
Ever got into an elevator with your hands full of shopping bags and what not? Well, pressing the button to your floor can be difficult (unless you have three hands).
This elevator eradicated this problem as you can easily press its buttons with your feet.
13. An Airport That Cares For Your Pet
There are not many airports in the world that really care about pets. Well, this one has certainly dedicated one area just for pet relief.
It is a great initiative as it not only provides relief to the pet but also to the owner as well (mental relief).
14. Safety First
As we know that wearing a seatbelt while driving is extremely important as it not only saves your life but also avoids you getting pulled over to receive a ticket.
This car just ensures that you don’t get to enjoy your journey with good music if you are not wearing a seatbelt.
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15. Desk with Pedals
This seems like a good initiative as it promotes activity among kids. It can actually make learning quite fun.
The desk with pedals enables kids to move freely and learn in a fun way. Cool idea.
16. Drinking Fountain for Humans and Doggos
Aw, this fountain was designed by someone who really loves dogs (and we guess humans as well).
Panting is common among dogs as this helps in cooling their bodies and that’s why they need to drink water frequently. This is a good solution to their problems in drinking water.
17. An Exit Ramp For Frogs
This must be a good human that really cares about all living beings. As poor little creatures get trapped into man-made things, it is up to us how we help them.
A guy made an exit ramp for poor little frogs so that they can easily get out of his pool.
18. No More Highlighter Mistakes
If you ever used a highlighter before, you must have accidentally highlighted an area that was not needed.
Well, it is about time someone thought of a solution to this little problem. There is a clear part of the highlighter that lets you know what you’re highlighting.
19. Trash Can with a Bottle Rack
Sometimes, homeless people dig through trash cans to find bottles and cans as it helps them earn some money.
There are trash cans that have their own bottle racks so that no one spills garbage on the floor.
20. Toilet Paper with a Smaller Roll Inside
We all have experienced the agony of not seeing toilet paper in the toilet. Well, there is a solution to this problem that comes in a small package.
This type of toilet paper comes with a smaller roll that can be used when the bigger one ends. You can also take it on the go.
21. Biker Jacket With a Signal and Brake Lights
Talk about driving responsibly, this biker has taken things to the next level with a jacket that oozes the importance of safety.
The jacket of this biker has signal and brake lights. It also looks cool, so double points for this fella.
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22. A Tie with a Dual Purpose
We all need items in life that can serve more than one purpose, right? Well, this tie is perfect for those people who like to have clear mobile/laptop screens.
The tie comes with a microfiber lining that lets the user clean their phone/laptop without leaving any scratches on them.
23. A Vending Machine That Finally Addressed the Issue
Ever used a vending machine only to find out that you are left short of some money and no product? We feel your pain.
This vending machine returns your money if it doesn’t drop an item after three full turns of the spiral.
24. Skateboard Parking
Having a skateboard stolen can be really hurtful, especially if it is the one that you loved the most.
Well, this school definitely cares about its students who own skateboards. We wonder if they have a school team of skateboarders.
25. This Sign Moves The “N” When They Are Closed
It seems like a good idea to let the customers know they are closed. It looks cools as well.
If anyone complains about this sign, let them know that it is way better than “be back soon.”
26. Toilet with a Privacy Button
It can feel embarrassing when you’re doing your business in the toilet and people are hearing weird noises outside.
This Japanese toilet has a privacy button that plays music so no one can hear what’s happening inside. Hey, it can be used for some other purposes as well (wink wink).
27. This Sticker Keeps Drivers On The Correct Side Of The Road
A lot of people talk about how confusing it is to go to Ireland or the UK and be suddenly expected to drive on the left side of the road.
In Ireland, the dashboard sticker reflects in the windshield to remind the driver what side of the road to drive on.
28. Frozen Coffee Cubes
Modern problems require modern solutions. Well, this is a perfect example of that.
This coffee shop uses frozen coffee cubes for iced coffee. Yeah, you read it right.
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29. Fries in Paper Cones
If you love fries, it doesn’t matter how they are served to you, right?
There is a restaurant that serves fries in a paper cone and there is also a hole in the table to hold the paper cone.
30. Side of Petrol Cap Doesn’t Matter Anymore
As we said earlier, modern problems require modern solutions. You must have faced this problem at the petrol pump before.
In Seoul, the gas pump hangs from the roof and this means that the side of your petrol cap won’t be a problem.
31. Adults and Kids Can Sit at the Same Table
Most tables in parks are either for kids or adults. These ones are a bit different than the rest.
These picnic tables have seating for adults and kids and they all can sit together.
32. Changed Your Mind? No Problem At All
We sometimes change our mind while shopping at the supermarket, we are humans after all.
Instead of going back to return the item or leaving them somewhere no one can see, why not place them in places that are dedicated to items that buyers don’t want to buy…just like this supermarket.
33. You Choose The Money As You Want It
Ever used an ATM machine that lets the user pick the bills that they want?
Well, this ATM machine lets you choose already mixed bill or even select your own mixed bills.
34. Testing the Brands of Toilet Papers
Not every toilet paper feels the same, right? Who knew there are supermarkets that let you test brands of toilet papers?
This supermarket helps you decide which toilet paper brand is suitable for you. They really do care about their customers.
35. A Shower with a Thermometer
Ever went to take a shower only to let out a big scream upon hot/cold water touching your skin?
Well, this is a perfect solution to the problem as it lets you know about the temperature of the water.
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36. Makeup Towels That Won’t Show All The Smudges
Ladies can agree on this one that removing makeup with a towel can be a tedious task.
There is a hotel that has come up with a solution to this problem. They offer makeup towels that won’t show the smudges. Problem solved!
37. Controlling Light in the Room
Ever went to a hotel room that has lights which kills the mood instantly?
This switch lets you control the light you want in your room. Feeling romantic?
38. A Healthy Snack
While shopping in the supermarket, we can feel hungry. This supermarket has a solution to this little problem.
With just a 25 cent deposit, you can have a healthy snack to keep you going.
39. Picky Eaters
Do you know someone who is a picky eater? Or are you one of them? Well, we won’t judge you for it.
The restaurant labels their brownies based on what part of the pan it was baked on.
40. Making Playtime More Fun
Kids love to play, but how can we make them have more fun? This Japanese school has certainly come up with a solution.
They collect rainwater into puddles so that kids can have fun playing in them.
41. Buying a Six Pack for Kitchen Crew
Sometimes the people doing all the hard work need some reward, right?
Well, this kitchen has come up with a way for you to pay gratitude to the crew by buying them a six pack of beer.
42. A Vending Machine For Violin Strings And Woodwind Reeds
There are some vending machines in Japan that have pre-cooked food that comes out heated and ready to eat.
Well, this school has a vending machine dedicated to musicians. It has violin strings and woodwind reeds.
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43. A Phone Number for Bedtime Stories
Watching this phone may have given a nostalgic feeling to some people. This phone reminds us of how much technology has progressed over the years.
This hotel has done a great job with using this phone model. Most importantly, it has a dedicated number of bedtime stories.
44. Locker with Phone Chargers
This is a third example of why modern problems require modern solutions. First of all, charging is a 'little' problem and the other problem is preventing it from getting stolen.
This local bar has lockers in which you can charge your phone without worrying about it getting stolen.
45. Credit Card Tip Jar
Sometimes we want to give a tip but we stop ourselves as we don’t have a change.
This café has a credit card tip jar that allows you to tip $1.
46. A Pen That Lets You Know How Many Pages It Has Left
Although it may seem like a little problem, most studious people find it irritating to find their empty pen during an exam.
This pen lets the person know how many pages it has left so that they are prepared for its inevitable ending.
47. Eating Gum and Throwing it Responsibly
A Japanese gum brand came up with the idea of attaching post-it-notes with the gum package.
The basic idea behind it is to wrap the gum in the paper before throwing it. That’s considerate!
48. Showing The Differences Between Coffee Drink Types
For a person who is not fond of coffee types, going to a coffee shop and deciding on a coffee type can be really confusing.
This coffee shop has come up with this solution for people who are not really familiar with coffee drink types.
49. A Flash Drive With A Capacity Meter
There is no denying that the flash drive is a great innovative device that is super useful. Could it be improved, except for increasing its storing capacity?
Well, it is improved a lot more because now it comes with a capacity meter.
50. A Notebook with a Hole in the Paper to Hold a Pen
This is a solution for anyone who hated sticking their pen in the spiral of their notebook.
With a hole in the paper of this notebook, holding a pen has become super easy.