The invention of the umbrella can be traced back thousands of years, but never to one absolute source.
Today, we may take this handy tool for granted.
On the rainiest of days, what would you do if this tool was never created?
The Umbuster Brass Knuckles Umbrella
Are YOU talking to ME?
TheUmbusterumbrella by Birkiland is one part rain gear and one part deadly weapon.
Well, do ya, punk?
How, you ask?
Conceptually, this electricity will be enough to power LEDs within the inside of this umbrellas canopy.
So while youre walking through the rain, youre generating renewable energy that yields a stunning, stylish appearance.
Grab yourself a Superbrella and a pair of tall rain boots youll stay dry in the toughest of rains.
The Hydro-Chromatic Umbrella
In your closet, this umbrella wont look any different from your standard unit.
TheHydro-Chromatic Umbrellachanges colors when wet, going from classic black to multi-colored and patterned.
Can you spare a free hand?
With theBluetooth Umbrella, you’ve got the option to.
it just works better than your average umbrella.
The Senz smart umbrella doesnt blow out in high winds like your traditional umbrella.
No frills just simple and smart.
The people atInstructableshave a guide on how to turn your basic umbrella into an LED-lit masterpiece.
Nice idea, Jooyoun any luck with mass production?
The Hands-Free Nubrella
The Nubrella offers one primary and unique function hands-free rain protection.
The cost, of course, is looking a bit goofy, but at least youll remain dry.
The Nubrella collapses and folds together for easy storage and carry, ready to pop open again as needed.
Were curious, though how does the Tandem Umbrella collapse?
No frills, no fancy tech, just ingenious functionality.
It doesnt get any simpler (or smarter) than that!
The Sword Umbrellas
The Sword Umbrellas can be summed up in just two words:bad ass.
At work or at home, this remaining water dries without leaving a mess.
Be careful with this one!
The Lightstick Umbrella
Fans of the cult classic film Bladerunner will instantly recognize these.
Surprisingly cheap, the LightStick Umbrella costs around $30 US, but presently only available in South Korea.
Well take two red, white or blue.
Theweather forecasting umbrellaconnects to your home (or offices) wi-fi connection to deliver real-time weather data.
This data is displayed by an illuminated translucent handle that glows blue when rain is approaching.
Hard or long rains may cut through this one pretty easily, but we still admire this designers resourcefulness.
This one isnt bad to have around on a rainy day…
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