12 Daily Innovations We Desperately Need
![12 Daily Innovations We Desperately Need](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/8/9/0/785890_320x180.jpg)
It seems like every day; there is a new invention or innovation that we hear about. But what does this word even mean? Webster defines it as "the introduction of something new." But when it comes to the world of business, innovation has come to mean so much more. It can be anything from a new product or service, to a new way of doing things, to a whole new market. And while some innovations are successful, others fail miserably. So what makes an innovation successful? And how can you make sure your invention takes off?
In our fast-paced society, it seems like there's always something new and innovative hitting the market. Sometimes we get so caught up in the newest and shiniest thing that we lose sight of what's really important. In this article, we'll take a look at a few innovations that we desperately need but tend to forget about amidst all the hype. So without further ado, let's dive in!
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![Ziploc Ceral Bags GRACKED.COM It doesn't take a genius to realize that our cereal would stay fresh longer if the bag was resealable and yet this technology has yet to reach the good people at Kellogg's.](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/7/8/9/785789.jpg)
![Self-Healing Roads CRACKED.COM Every year, roads are constantly destroyed by potholes. Biologists are currently working on self-healing building materials so maybe an asphalt replacement won't remain too sci-fi for long.](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/7/8/7/785787.jpg)
Source: Washington Post
![Accessible Plane Seats CRACKED.COM Flying coach is incredibly uncomfortable and upgrades are outrageously priced, but the experience is even more unpleasant for people who have disabilities or are taller/larger than 5'5 and 120 pounds.](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/7/8/6/785786.jpg)
![Avocado Ripeness Measurer CRACKED.COM We've wasted one too many avocados by cutting them open before they were ripe. There're some tricks (like the chin or stem test) but dummies like us want something definitive.](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/7/8/4/785784.jpg)
![Umbrella Alternatives CRACKED.COM Why is our best defense against rain from ancient times? Can't we come up with something BETTER, that frees up our hands, doesn't poke people in the face, and keeps our feet dry too?](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/7/8/8/785788.jpg)
![Men's Birth Control CRACKED.COM Men need a birth control to supplement condoms. Vagina-havers already have to deal with periods and pregnancy, let's take one thing off their plates. The existing hormonal birth control can BE dangerous (see: blood clots) and doesn't work for everyone.](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/7/8/2/785782.jpg)
![Period Blocker SMTWTES CRACKED.COM Aside from birth control (see previous entry), there should be a way to prevent this painful monthly occurrence, if you want.](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/7/8/1/785781.jpg)
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![Bananas Bunches of Varying Ripeness GRACKED.COM This one already exists, but we need it available in the States, pronto. A Korean retailer sells bananas packaged together at varying ripeness. (Though depending on your grocery store's banana policy, it's possible to DIY.)](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/7/8/3/785783.jpg)
Source: Vice
![Chick-fil-A But Better Quotes M CRACKED.COM What if we could eat Chik-fil-A and only feel bad about the nutrition of their waffle fries? We'd love an equally delicious contender that financially supports LGBT- organizations (and is open on Sundays).](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/8/3/1/785831.jpg)