I could just imagine seeing a large data entry center using rows of these Think Lights! The light plugs into the USB port and measures how quickly the user is typing on the keyboard. The faster the user types the brighter the bulb gets, no productivity means no light.
Video after the jump.
“Features:
# The faster you type, the brighter the light
# Great for practicing your typing skill or just for general stress relief
# Light bulb design with super bright LED
# Lights on the inside base
# Your typing will initiate the light to shine
# 5-level of lighting
# On/Off switch
# Compatible with Windows XP and 2000
# Powered by USB with 4 feet of cable ”
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June 1st, 2007
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June 1st, 2007
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June 1st, 2007
“# Compatible with Windows XP and 2000″
When will it be Vista-Ready *muhahahaha* ?
June 1st, 2007
That isn’t applicable since you can’t be productive on Vista until after the 1st service patch…
June 1st, 2007
is it just me or does it look like a balooned condom?
June 1st, 2007
… never mistake activity for progress. (…or for productivity)
June 9th, 2007
This is true, an employee typing furiously to his BFF Bob in accounting is not being productive but boy is that light lit.
December 4th, 2007
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