- Hiiii, the invention
of the auto-focus lens. Everyone wins with that. So, inventors have
always been a wily bunch. It takes a certain type of person to think outside of the box, to create something new and exciting that benefits people's lives. Sometimes those inventions
are game-changing and take the world by storm, making their inventors millions. But not everything that's created out of the mind of an
inventor is a good idea. In fact, most ideas aren't. In fact, there have been some inventions that are so bad, that
they'll not only make you shake your head in disbelief, but also question the mental
state of the inventor. So today, I gathered literally
the absolute worst inventions that have ever been created,
and yes these are all real. So, here they are, the 10 Most Useless
Inventions Ever Created. Number one is the Car Exhaust Grill, for those of you that want a side of cancer with your burger! Invented in 2008 by Roohollah
Merrikhpour from Iran, the Car Exhaust Grill is an accessory that you attach to your
car's exhaust pipe. The invention works by first
putting a raw meat patty in the isolated meat pocket -- (gags) Sorry, that's a disgusting description. The meat holder, being
attached to the exhaust pipe, will cook the meat as you
drive, from the heat generated. The product is marketed
as a way for you to save time and energy, and also a
way for you to "have fun." The inventor claims that this is a perfectly safe way to cook your food, and that the exhaust from your car travels over the meat in a separate path that never actually touches the food. But seriously, is this worth the risk? I mean, things break. One crack and you're serving
up a cancer burger for dinner. And who really has so little
time that they need this? Hey kids, I'm home, and guess
who brought exhaust burgers? (kids cheering) Number two is the USB Pet Rock. In 1975, an advertising
executive named Gary Dahl, invented the Pet Rock. Yes, that's exactly what it sounds like, he sold rocks as pets to people. Very, very dumb people. Marketed like live pets, the rocks came in custom cardboard boxes complete with straw and breathing holes for the "animal." Well, since we're in the new millennium, the website ThinkGeek thought, "Hey, why don't we reinvent the Pet Rock?" And they did. In 2011, they created the
Pet Rock of the future. The new Pet Rock is everything you loved about the original,
except they added a USB, which does absolutely nothing. The product features list
that it draws no power, plugs in by USB, and gives you love, and requires no care or feeding. Yeah, don't get me wrong, I get that this is meant to be a gag, that's, you know, sort of
a conversation starter, but at the end of the day,
you still spent money on it. Don't ever show off one
of these thinking that you're being funny, because
that's not what it shows. It shows that you're lonely and that you might be a little mental. Number three is the Goldfish Walker. In 2007, Mick Madden, a 52-year-old metal worker
from Northern England, realized that he had a problem. He would often watch his neighbors take their dogs for a walk in the park, and would feel bad that his pet fish were stuck swimming
around in a small bowl. He felt that they were
not only not seeing enough of this big world that we live in, but that he wasn't able to spend the quality time that he needed with them. So in 2007, he invented the Fish Walker! It's basically a giant goldfish bowl that acts like a portable
aquarium on a trolley with wheels. He claims that his
fish, Malcolm and Ethel, absolutely love it when he
takes them for a stroll, and are much happier now that they get to spend more quality time with him. Well, I can't blame old Mick here. I mean, sometimes a man just forms a very strong bond with his fish, and you just want to be
around them all the time. (blubbers like a crazy person) Number four is the Walkable Sleeping Bag, for those of us that want
to look like a human larva! Invented in 2009 by the
Japanese company Catalog House, the Walkable Sleeping Bag
aims to solve the problem of staying warm while
maintaining mobility. So, no one ever told
them about jackets, huh? This thing is essentially the
Japanese version of a Snuggie, except it has no arms, so it effectively devolves
you into a human tadpole. Obviously, the inventors of this product missed a few key things, like, what if I have to go pee? What if I want to eat? What if I want to do anything
at all that involves my arms? Like everything in life? But hey, I get it. This is for the lazy person
that wants to sleep comfortably, but still wants the option to
be able to get up and move, should the situation call for it. Sure, you'll look like a
six-foot-tall, mutated frog fetus that just soiled himself
because he can't access his own extremities, but if a bear shows up on the campsite, you're the first one up and gone. Number five is the Privacy Scarf, designed for technology fans everywhere. The Privacy Scarf provides you with a private environment in which to enjoy your computer, your cell phone, or even a gaming console, and look oh-so-fashionable doing it. It was created in 2011 by Joe Malia, a student in Interaction Design at the Royal College of Art in London. Essentially, he was just tired of people snooping at his computer and his phone, so he created this monstrosity. In addition to making you look like a deformed human-elephant hybrid, the Privacy Scarf blocks
out the rest of the world so that you can focus on your work, and block out prying eyes. I'd also like to point out the obvious, that this makes you an excellent target for thieves, wild animals, or pretty much any other
threat that would normally be avoidable if you had
your gift of vision. Hi, my name is Matt, and
I live in New York City, and before the Privacy Scarf, I was well aware of my surroundings, but now I'm blissfully
unaware of that homeless man coming directly at me with a shiv! Thanks Privacy Scarf. Number six is the Remote Wrangler. Hey, do you lose remotes all the time? Well, why not attach them to your skull with an ugly piece of Velcro? Problem solved! Invented by Rod Miller in 2007, the Remote Wrangler is aimed at everyone from the hardcore audiophile, to the casual TV watcher. It's marketed as a solution to the problem of wasting many valuable hours looking for lost and misplaced devices. He even goes on to say that it
tackles the problem head-on. Yes, very clever. Made from a stretchable fabric, it claims to feel like a second skin, keeping comfort and
accessibility as the main focus. Remote controls are attached
using a Velcro-like material, and come in two very fashionable colors, the red, white, and blue retro sportsman and the green antique olive. And if you think it's limited, it's not. It holds iPods, cell
phones, garage remotes, and even video game controllers, 'kay? Yeah, because wearing this is totally sane and doesn't make you look nuts at all. Like seriously, look at that, what?! Number seven is the Facial-Flex. Well this is just terrifying. Created by the company
Facial Concepts in 1989, the Facial-Flex was originally developed as a facial rehabilitation
device to increase oral muscle strength. The company claims that they discovered that it had revitalizing effects that delivers beauty to
the face, chin, and neck. It's marketed as an all-natural face lift to the female market. They did a study that
claims in only eight weeks, facial muscle strength increased by 250%, skin firmness increased by 32%, and blood flow increased by 10%. Basically, the way it works is
that you put it in your mouth and then flex the
muscles around your mouth as if you're performing a
sexual act or something. Yeah, people actually buy this, and put it in their mouth, and go... like a human fish out of water. Feel free to make that a GIF! You're welcome. Number eight is the Female Lap Pillow. And it just gets weirder. The Female Lap Pillow was invented by Japanese company, Hizamakura. The torso-less set of
legs is marketed towards Japanese men who want a
non-conventional pillow. It's meant to resemble the lap of a woman, even coming with a red skirt. The product description is
equally creepy, and states that, "It brings you back to that
blissful period of nurture when someone was looking
over your every move." The legs are made of foam,
creating what the company calls "a relaxing, comfortable experience." Suggested as a great gift
for bachelor parties, the company is clearly
trying to position this as a gag gift, but the problem is that there are several men that are buying it for things other than a gag. Personally, I find this
freaky and disturbing, and I cannot condone it. Especially since the guys that use it look way too into using it. Look at this guy. You know he has a chubby. Number nine is the Wine Yoke. This one's for all the drunkies out there that just can't seem to put the glass down because you don't have a problem, I mean, you could stop anytime you want! (clears throat) I mean it's convenient. Created by a company of the same name, the Wine Yoke comes
with an adjustable strap that's held on by a clever little clasp that holds your wine glass. It gives you the freedom to snack and socialize as you sip. The product keeps your hands free by keeping your wine close at heart, and comes in black, pink, and burgundy. Somehow, this company thinks that holding a beverage in your hand is some sort of hindrance that impedes your ability to socialize, when in fact it's this thing
that's a social repellent. Unless you're planning on getting wasted. In which case, this thing is great at preventing you from
becoming a spilly-talker. And number ten is Handerpants. I'm very sad that this one even exists. Handerpants were invented
by Archie McPhee, and are marketed as a serious product that has, quote, "Hundreds of uses." Made from breathable cotton, these form-fitting
underwear for your hands prevent chafing while
doing laborious tasks, while also absorbing sweat. The website also says that
they're great for jazz hands and distracting enemies. I'm not kidding. They're essentially a way to
not only protect your hands, but keep them sanitary? Guys, I really wish this was a joke, but I'm not kidding. In fact, if you search
"Handerpants" on YouTube, you can see the infomercial. But be warned, it's disturbing. And that's all for this time, guys. Before I let you go, I just wanted to give a big shoutout to Audible for sponsoring this video. They're helping to support me, which is going to help me keep the content flowing for you guys. They have over 150,000 downloadable audiobooks in almost every genre. Lately, I've been listening to The Google Story, by David Vise, and believe me, it's super interesting and I highly recommend it. Audiobooks are a fantastic
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