Information aesthetics reports about a clever umbrella.

"Ambient devices, ... , has announced a 'weather Forecasting umbrella'. the umbrella has a handle that pulses blue light when rain is predicted, so you are reminded to take it with you when leaving."



To do so the umbrella needs a localisation technology and the capability to go online and download
the newest weather forecast.

Sounds a bit too hightech for such a task ;-) I mean - how about a look outside your window? And - will your umbrella oneday become a conscious mind? "Good morning stupid - it's Florida, you can leave me home!!!"

via smartmobs