Biotech Blooms – IN VITRO ORCHID

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Anyone can send a bouquet – this is the uncommon way to send flowers. A nutrient-rich gel supplies all that this orchid needs to grow in its sterilized test tube. No water or maintenance necessary – biotechnology does the work for you. When the plant reaches the top of the tube simply transfer to potting soil (not included).
uncommongoods

Synthravels.com online virtual travel agency

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Synthravels is a tour operator that offers various types of guided tours in the most famous virtual worlds, with the warrantee of the experience of the best guides around.
You will only have to register and to choose your destination, with the day and the hour you prefer (possibly give us one or two alternatives). Then, after a few days, you will receive a mail offering you the tour in the chosen virtual world.
You just need to have the program of the virtual world installed in your pc, and to have your avatar ready. Then, at the selected day and time, when you log in, you will find an expert guide ready to take you in the most astonishing places of that world.
go to the site!

Marware releases cell-phone-inspired iPod case

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One of the most original and revolutionary iPod cases I’ve seen in a while is Marware’s Slyder for the 2G iPod nano. It is constructed entirely of clear polycarbonate plastic which complements (not obstructs) the colors of the new iPod nanos. The front of the case slides downwards (as a slider cell phone does) to provide access to the click wheel.
macuser.com

Grass Your Wall, by Ustatic

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How about a green air-purifying grass wall in your apartment? Believe it or not, it’s possible without having a mess thank to these grass panels from Argentinean company Ustatic. The “Wall Grass” is a system of grass rectangular panels, which function with a structural substrate, a humidity retainer substrate with small conducts that warrantee the homogeneous distribution of water in the entire surface, and a basement formed by the grass’ roots, which add support. The grass can be used for decoration or as an alternative for small spaces without a backyard, and is supposed to have the same sir purifying qualities than regular grass. Though it’s still a prototype, the product is actually being produced next year in Argentina, and will probably be available for exportation. The company has even some distributors defined, so those interested can get in touch with them through their website. On the other hand, for all of you who are willing to take the treehugging a little further, the company has also an air-purifying suit planning to be developed in the next year. Details, in treehugger