This Umbrella Helps you Forecast the Weather
5 Comments By Eran Abramson on November 10th, 2007 in Geek Gadgets
Wouldn’t it be nice if your umbrella could tell you it is about to rain?
The winter is quickly here and sometimes it is hard to decide weather an umbrella is needed. It may be somewhat sunny out but a high chance of rain, or it may be cloudy with a low chance.
The Ambient Forecasting Umbrella helps you determine whether taking the umbrella along is a good idea. It has a wireless receiver that gets updated weather forecasts from Accuweather for 150 U.S locations. Based on the blue glowing LED enabled handle, one can realize the chances of precipitation in your area: If there is a high chance, the handle will flash quickly, with a low chance it will flash slowly.
In addition to the technology, the umbrella is well made. Its size is 58″ with a gust buster to resist strong winds, and an easy push button to open it up.
This umbrella is powered by just a single “C” battery and may be found at ThinkGeek for $99.99.
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November 10th, 2007 at 11:55 pm
This one made me laugh when I first saw it. But hey, that’s kind of clever.
November 11th, 2007 at 5:44 am
Hi Neece, thanks for coming by.
It is a bit funny: an umbrella that receives weather forecasts. Just like you said, it is a smart thing to think of…it’s a start.
November 24th, 2008 at 9:09 pm
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August 31st, 2009 at 1:33 pm
It is already comercialised? It is possible to buy it somwhere?
Looking forward to hearing from you. Thanks!