MaRvIn October 17, 2013 Share MaRvIn Member October 17, 2013 Under Armour is making the bold claim that it's finally "fixed zippers." And while its innovative new Magzip feature probably isn't going to change the entire world, it's still a vast improvement to clothing technology that hasn't evolved in in almost 100 years. It's also voodoo magic. If you've ever fumbled trying to connect the two loose ends of a zipper—and really, who hasn't?—you'll immediately see the value in Under Armour's new approach that uses a strong magnet and a re-engineered clasp to automatically guide the two ends of a zipper together, allowing you to do up a coat with just one hand. The idea for the Magzip actually came from an engineer named Scott Peters, who originally designed it to allow those dealing with conditions that inhibit their fine motor control and coordination to more easily dress themselves. Perfecting the mechanism required about 25 different prototypes, but the final version was patented and eventually licensed by Under Armour for a new line of clothing and jackets destined for a fall 2014 release. Until then you'll have to keep fumbling, but with less frustration knowing a solution is en route. (Source: http://gizmodo.com/i-have-seen-the-future-and-its-a-one-handed-magnetic-z-1446409950 Author: ANDREW LISZEWSKI) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackieChan October 17, 2013 Share JackieChan GC Alumni October 17, 2013 Looks like we got a spammer amongst us... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaRvIn October 17, 2013 Author Share MaRvIn Member October 17, 2013 Did I miss where someone else already posted this? I figured it wouldn't be in wonderland if that is where it is. I looked here for it and didn't see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackieChan October 17, 2013 Share JackieChan GC Alumni October 17, 2013 I meant it more regarding those spam advertisement accounts that get made here once in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaRvIn October 17, 2013 Author Share MaRvIn Member October 17, 2013 Oh yeah...I just thought it was the coolest thing when I saw it. Seems like the simplest thing to make and have wondered why no one has done it before. I have been on Stumble Upon for two hours and if I posted everything I thought was cool you would think I was a spambot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggs October 17, 2013 Share Biggs GC Alumni October 17, 2013 I'm concerned about the long-term effects of having such a powerful magnet so close to my gonads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VooDooPC October 18, 2013 Share VooDooPC Member October 18, 2013 I'm concerned about the long-term effects of having such a powerful magnet so close to my gonads. Unless you have sperm that wear metal armor I wouldn't worry about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samurai nightling October 21, 2013 Share samurai nightling Member October 21, 2013 Research suggests a magnet near your junk actually increases potency. Now you can REALLY start worrying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaRvIn October 21, 2013 Author Share MaRvIn Member October 21, 2013 Research suggests a magnet near your junk actually increases potency. Now you can REALLY start worrying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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