Keep cables organised, especially those that you use just enough that putting them in deep storage at the back of the closet isn’t practical, is a challenge. Repurpose an over-the-door shoe organiser for easy but out of sight cable organisation.
Childproofing is a pretty good idea for most new families. Children (and probably some adults) like to stick things in places they shouldn’t go. This safety plug concept should eliminate that (for outlets at least). [Yanko Design]
We have USB outlets in our cars, so why do we still use adapters in our houses? No more! These stock UCS power outlets with USB are just $US10 from True Power, shipping in 2010. [FastMac via CrunchGear]
Aha! I hate pulling down ironing boards and then having to fold their screechy legs back up. Having one disguised as a mirror is a great idea that would save time and space. (Just figure out stability.) [Aissallogerot via Toxel]