Vending machine was used cleverly for advertisement in this political campaign vending machine.
About Change
Change was Obama’s fundamental motif in his campaign. In addition to inspiring his “Yes We Can” campaign slogan, the ideology of change separated Obama from his opponents. During his campaign, change was the second most stated concept in Obama’s speeches, falling behind the economy. Change also became a part of Obama’s slogan, “Change we can believe in,” which appeared on banners, podiums, and posters.
Fun facts about Elections
In most places, elections are held on Sundays.
India is so huge, its elections can take weeks.
Swedish and French voters are automatically registered.
Voting is compulsory in Australia.
Kids as young as 16 can vote in Brazil.
Voter turnout in the US is extremely low compared to other developed countries.
In Chile, men and women voted separately until 2012.
Flossie, a women’s lifestyle magazine, has designed something very special for single women and it is brilliantly strange.
This creative project was developed on the basis that it would be great if single men were as easy to find as a can of Coke. So Flossie had the idea of a big vending machine packed full of real live single men to satisfy women of all ages. They auditioned all the men to check they were not mental cases, think Britain’s Got Talent, but with hotties.
The Rise of Online Dating:
One particularly notable change in dating habits is the rise and acceptance of online dating. Initially met with skepticism, online dating has become a common and accepted way to meet potential partners. In fact, according to a study by the Pew Research Center, as of 2021, about 30% of U.S. adults have used an online dating site or app, and 12% have reported entering into a committed relationship with someone they met through online dating.
A Historical Milestone: The First Online Date:
An interesting historical milestone related to online dating dates back to 1965, long before the internet became publicly accessible. Operation Match, developed by Harvard students Jeff Tarr, David Crump, and Vaughan Morrill, was one of the first computer-aided matchmaking services. Interested singles would fill out questionnaires, which were then processed by a computer to find compatible matches. Although it took weeks for results to be returned and the service was more playful than scientific, Operation Match is considered a precursor to modern online dating services.
What would you do for a free bag of snack? Would you press a button 100 times for Aussie rice snacks? How about 1000? OK, 5000? Clemenger BBDO created a free snack vending machine to test how far humans would devolve into lab rats for the paltry reward of a single bag of snacks – asking them to bow to the vending machine and do various physical exercises. Let’s watch!
Interesting facts about Snacks
Coca-Cola’s scientists carefully calibrate Coke’s flavor to be distinctive yet “forgettable” because our tongues get tired of stronger, more recognizable tastes.
Cadbury’s scientists tested 61 different formulas to come up with the perfectly addictive Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper.
Commercially produced bread is heavy on salt because it keeps the machines from getting gummed up.
Nutella was created following chocolate shortages after WWII. After World War II, there was a widespread shortage of cocoa, and a pastry maker from Piedmont, Italy created this sweet spread made from hazelnuts, sugar, and just a little bit of that hard-to-find cocoa. The hazelnuts and sugar helped extend the cocoa so that people could enjoy that chocolate flavor during a time of shortage.
Bubble gum is pink for a simple reason. After adding a little latex to their original formula, the chewing gum was able to last a long time. But unfortunately, the gum was an “unappetizing grey” color, so the workers scrambled to make their new bubblegum invention a more pleasing color. The only dye available was bright pink, and that’s how it was originally sold in stores and became a chewy tradition.
Jelly Bellies have a presidential history. President Reagan fell in love with these sugary beans when he was looking for a substitute after he quit smoking. Jelly Belly, according to Atlas Obscura, quietly supplied the then-governor with monthly shipments of jelly beans, and they provided three-and-a-half tons of patriotic jelly beans (in cherry, coconut, and blueberry flavors) to his presidential inauguration.
In a clever marketing stunt, Nike has installed a pop-up Nikefuel Points vending machine that only accepts its NikeFuel points as payment.
The machine, which will move between a series of undisclosed locations, is stocked with Nike hats, socks and shirts. People with Nike+ device can use the points they accumulated on their device that day to pay. Normally, Nike+ owners can only use the points to track their fitness progress.
About NikeFuel:
NikeFuel was part of Nike’s attempt to motivate people to be more active by gamifying physical activity through the use of technology. Introduced around 2012, NikeFuel allowed users to earn points based on their physical activity levels, which could then be tracked and shared via the Nike+ platform. The idea behind NikeFuel was to provide a simple, fun way for individuals to measure and compare their activities regardless of the type of exercise they were doing.
Key Features of NikeFuel:
Activity Tracking: Users earned NikeFuel points for all sorts of movements and exercises, from walking and running to dancing or playing sports. The points were calculated using an algorithm that took into account factors like the type of activity, duration, and intensity.
Motivation and Goals: The system encouraged users to set daily or weekly goals for earning NikeFuel points, aiming to motivate them to stay active and continuously challenge themselves.
Social Sharing and Competition: NikeFuel integrated social sharing features that allowed users to connect with friends, share achievements, and compete against each other for the highest NikeFuel scores. This community aspect helped increase engagement and motivation.
Integration with Devices: Initially, NikeFuel points could be earned through devices such as the Nike+ FuelBand, a wrist-worn fitness tracker. Over time, the functionality was also incorporated into other devices and apps, making it accessible to a broader audience.
Despite its innovative approach, Nike decided to discontinue support for NikeFuel and the FuelBand in the mid-2010s, shifting focus towards integrating activity tracking directly into their running and fitness apps without the proprietary NikeFuel point system. However, the legacy of NikeFuel lives on in the form of continued innovation in fitness tracking and the ongoing effort to find new ways to engage and motivate people to lead healthier, more active lives.
Most drink vending machines are designed to dispense refreshment with payment, but Gatorade’s Sweat Machine operates a little differently.
The Sweat Machine was set up at various park locations in Toronto, calling out to runners, bikers and other active individuals as they passed by. Gatorade’s machine asked people to place their hand on a panel in order to determine if they were sweaty enough to deserve a drink. If not, the machine challenged people to #KeepSweating by performing a few more squats, burpees or a jog on the spot.
With interactive stunts like these, Gatorade is beginning a shift in focus from celebrating professional athletes to rewarding ordinary people who are inspired to keep active every day.
Fun facts about sweat
Everyone has between 2 and 5 million sweat glands spread across the body.
The fitter you are, the sooner you may start to sweat during exercise. This is because your body recognizes the need to cool you off faster so you can work out longer.
Women have more sweat glands than men, but men’s sweat glands actually product more sweat than women’s.
During intense exercise in the heat, athletes can sweat off 2 to 6 percent of their body weight.
There is a difference between stress sweat and regular sweat. Regular sweat is comprised of water, sale and potassium, and helps cool the body down as it evaporates. Stress sweat is released by a different gland and is comprised of fatty acids and proteins. Stress sweat doesn’t evaporate as quickly as regular sweat and can develop an odor when it combines with bacteria on the skin.
Some people can sweat blood. Other people have been found to sweat various colors like green, blue, black, and more.
Artist Gabriel Barcia-Colombo has created a DNA vending machine that dispenses human genetic material to highlight privacy issues emerging as biotechnology makes it easier and cheaper to access information locked in our DNA.
In a dystopian future where we all have samples of our friends’ DNA, we will be able to do things like genetic engineering in the same way as we do 3D printing.
Gabriel Barcia-Colombo
The New York artist created the DNA Vending Machine with the hope of challenging people to ask more questions about privacy and who owns the material that makes us unique.
“There are a whole range of court cases that say our DNA can be used against us for anything,” explained the artist, who is also a lecturer at New York University specialising in interactive telecommunications. “We have huge pharmaceutical companies making loads of money out of DNA from people who haven’t necessarily given them permission to use it.”
Presented in a recent TED Talk, the DNA Vending Machine replaces snacks and drinks with samples of people’s genetic code. These samples can then be bought.
“I began collecting the DNA of my friends at my house during Friday night gatherings, and then furthered my collection through several scheduled open houses where anyone could come to my studio and sign up to submit an open-source sample of their own DNA,” the artist explained.
Participants in the project spat into a vial containing solution that breaks down the cells found in the saliva, releasing the DNA. Alcohol was then added, causing the strands of genetic code to clump together and making them visible to the human eye. The vials were then sealed inside identical white containers and placed inside a standard vending machine.
“Each sample comes packaged with a collectable portrait of the human specimen as well as a unique link to a custom DNA extraction video,” said Barcia-Colombo. The machine was installed in an art gallery in New York, and the artist recalls some of the reactions to the art piece. “They’re disgusted that this is using human genetic material, and they often are scared by it because the samples can be bought and used to plant evidence on a crime scene.”
Barcia-Colombo sees comparisons between DNA ownership and concerns over the collecting and harvesting of our own digital data.
Our phones are harvesting our data and then being sold is a very similar idea to companies harvesting our DNA and selling it to pharmaceutical companies without us knowing.
The DNA Vending Machine was designed to start a conversation that the artist feels is long overdue.
One of the most high-profile cases surrounding the legality and ethics of DNA ownership was the example of Henrietta Lacks. While receiving treatment for cancer of the cervix in 1951, she had a healthy part of the tissue removed without permission.
The cells were later grown in vitro and have since been used by pharmaceutical companies to develop polio vaccines and in the research of AIDS, cancer and radiation poisoning. The material is still used today and is referred to as “Hela Cells” in reference to the first two letters of her first and last name.
More recently, a court case in 1990 between John Moore, a US citizen undergoing treatment for hairy cell leukaemia and the UCLA Medical Center brought the issue back into the headlines. “The supreme court decision in the case ruled that a person’s discarded tissue and cells are not their property and can be commercialised,” said Barcia-Colombo. “It’s ridiculous. When it becomes easy to reproduce these things, it brings up a lot of personal questions about rights and you as a personal franchise.”
This is a clever idea to help to promote your toothpaste in this Toothpaste promotion vending machine!
Toothpaste promotion vending machine
Toothpaste vending machines represent a practical solution for providing essential oral care products on the go. Although not as common as other types of vending machines, toothpaste vending machines can be found in select locations such as hotels, airports, public restrooms, and shopping malls, catering to travelers or individuals who might need these products unexpectedly.
Key features and benefits
Convenience: These machines offer a quick and easy way to purchase oral hygiene products like toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, and mouthwash. This is particularly useful for travelers who may have forgotten their personal care items or for those in need of an urgent replacement.
Variety of Products: Toothpaste vending machines often stock a range of brands and product types to cater to different preferences and needs. This includes various flavors of toothpaste, travel-sized options, and even eco-friendly or specialty dental products.
Hygiene Focus: Given the emphasis on cleanliness and hygiene, especially in public spaces, these machines provide a sanitary option for acquiring necessary oral care items without needing to visit a store.
Innovative Technology: Some advanced toothpaste vending machines incorporate smart technology that allows for contactless payment methods, including mobile payments or credit cards, enhancing user convenience and safety.
Sustainability Options: With increasing awareness about environmental issues, some toothpaste vending machines also offer eco-friendly products, such as biodegradable toothbrushes or refillable containers, promoting sustainable consumer practices.
Customization: Certain vending solutions allow users to customize their purchases, such as selecting specific quantities or types of products they need, making it easier for consumers to get exactly what they require.
While toothpaste vending machines are still somewhat niche, they highlight the potential for vending technology to meet everyday needs in a direct and accessible manner. As more businesses and public spaces look for ways to enhance visitor satisfaction and convenience, we could see an increase in the presence and sophistication of these machines.
From sun cream to freshly cut grass. Scented Air Vending machine brings the smell of summer to busy train station.
It is a vending machine stocked with bottles of summer scented air at Slough train station to help evoke holiday memories among commuters and offer the perfect pick-me-up for those who are feeling down.
A hundred bottles were filled with distinctive holiday fragrances, including freshly cut grass, BBQ, sun cream and sea air, which were all the nation’s favourites.
Situated in the station’s ticket office, the novelty vending machine invited commuters to enjoy a free bottle on their way to work.
We want to inject fun, freedom and frivolity into holidays by giving people back that holiday feeling and something to smile about
Humans have the ability to detect up to 1 trillion distinct scents.
Women are known to have a better sense of smell as compared to men.
It is a known fact that dogs have a better sense of smell as compared to humans. Dogs have almost 50 times more scent cells as compared to humans!
Smell is one sense that has a strong link with memory. It has been established that people can remember memories linked with smells even after one year with an accuracy of 65%. Whereas, those memories linked with sight are remembered with only 50% of accuracy.
We can smell even before you are born! It has been established that the sense of smell is one of the first sense to develop. The sense plays a major role in development and establishing memories from a very early age.
Our taste buds rely strongly on our sense of smell. Did you know that our sense of smells accounts for almost 95% of the flavor? Without a sense of smell, we would fail to differentiate in between an onion and a potato!
Brands think consumers are fascinated with vending machines.
This weird vending machine was placed in Grand Central Terminal, NYC from February 12th to the 14th. A so-called Nature Exchange Vending Machine will return unusual gifts if you offer different items from nature, such as snake skin. If you only get a seven-leaf clover, don’t dream big yet because this vending machine gets better if you get a hold of weirder stuff.
Fun facts about Gift Exchange
The average shopper buys presents for about eight different recipients.
Women give gifts to far more recipients.
People are a bit more likely to buy presents for their pets than their friends.
Baby boomers had an average of 7.57 gift recipients, which is the lowest of all the adult generations. The most generous generation was the Silent Generation, which includes those born between 1928 and 1945. They averaged 8.73 recipients. Generation X was right behind them with 8.65 recipients, followed by millennials with 8.31.
If you’ve heard the stereotype about Midwesterners in US being known for their friendliness, we’ve got one piece of information to support that. People in the Midwest plan on buying gifts for an average of 9.04 recipients, which is by far the most of any region.
80% of consumers wrap presents themselves — but only 69% think they’re good at it.
Other observations on Gift Exchange
Thoughtful gifts don’t necessarily lead to greater appreciation.
People are more appreciative when they receive a gift they have explicitly requested.
Spending more money on a gift doesn’t necessarily translate into greater appreciation.
Around 50% Recipients don’t like the Gift been received by them.
Men typically have liking for useful gifts than romantic or captivating ones.
Algramo places their Staple Food vending machine in poorer neighborhoods, those most frequently affected by the economic trend of “small format punishment.”
This is what happens when a neighborhood can’t afford a larger supermarket that receives discounted prices because of its size and market importance. The smaller bodegas and mom-and-pop groceries that do business in those neighborhoods carry goods at up to 40 percent higher prices than wealthier areas.
The first 20 machines were shipped to deliver staple foods like rice, lentils, beans and chickpeas at prices substantially below those charged by stores that require staffing, advertising and other overhead.
The food is dispensed according to the weight needed, so a family can purchase exact amount of food they need or can afford.
To reduce waste, each machine will dispense a container the first time a new customer uses it. Afterwards, the customers are encouraged to bring their containers back for refills.
As a company, Algramo aims to make a “triple impact” of positive economic, sustainable and social change. The vending machines, by providing fair pricing to the families who most need it in a format that minimizes packaging and waste, is directly in line with this corporate mission.
From their foothold in Santiago, Algramo plans to expand outward into neighboring cities and countries. They are also investigating dispensers to hold liquid ingredients like cooking oils and liquid cleaners to their customer base.
The most important staple food?
Over 50,000 plants are edible, but very few of them make any significant contribution to the human food supply. The overwhelming majority of global staple foods are grains. Corn, rice, and wheat together make up 51% of the world’s caloric intake.
