Monthly Archives: September 2014

The world’s smallest GPS chip

Posted on September 14, 2014

The Micro Hornet GPS developed by Israel’s OriginGPS is only 10x10x5.8mm and weighs merely 2.5 grams.  It has the capability to be incorporated in clothing, automobiles and any valuable item that requires its location to be tracked. http://www.timesofisrael.com/worlds-smallest-gps-chip-makes-wearables-more-wearable

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Now where did I put my specs?

Posted on September 14, 2014

Israeli start-up LOOK has launched a crowd-sourced funding campaign to help it develop a practical and effective device for finding misplaced glasses. A tiny attachment to the spectacles connects wirelessly via an app to any mobile device.  My wife would … Continue reading →

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Cutting out 90% of water evaporation

Posted on September 14, 2014

Here is an Israeli innovation that I almost missed reporting.  In May, the Israeli Prime Minister’s Innovation Award for Entrepreneurship and Innovation went to Israel’s “Top-It-Up”.  Their “Top-up” spheres cover reservoirs to prevent evaporation, protect fish and maintain water quality. … Continue reading →

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The largest center in the Middle East

Posted on September 14, 2014

Jerusalem’s new indoor Payis Arena is the largest sports, cultural, and recreational center of its kind in the Middle East.  11,600 seats, wheelchair access, Olympic-sized swimming pool, ice skating rink bowling alley and more; it will also host huge concerts … Continue reading →

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Good insects keep crops pest-free

Posted on September 14, 2014

Farmers at Ein Yahav have cut pesticide use by 80% thanks to the natural insect predators supplied by Israel’s “Beauty of Vegetables”.  Ein Yahav is one of the biggest vegetable exporters in Israel, producing a world record for the largest … Continue reading →

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Rent a bike by smartphone

Posted on September 14, 2014

Israeli start-up HopOn, will allow cyclists in Tel Aviv to rent from bicycle rental service Tel-O-Fun and pay by smartphone. Users of the app will be able to unlock the bicycles at the touch of a smartphone button, with no … Continue reading →

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Clothes that stop bacteria and viruses

Posted on September 14, 2014

(Thanks to Israe21c) Jerusalem-based Argaman Technologies has developed bio-inhibitive textiles and masks. High-powered ultrasound impregnates fibers with accelerated Copper Oxide that prevents the spread of bacteria and viruses.  It could even protect against the Ebola virus. http://www.israel21c.org/headlines/these-clothes-crush-viruses-bacteria-and-fire/

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Israel gives satellite info to US re IS

Posted on September 14, 2014

Israel has provided the US with intelligence and satellite images on Islamic State positions.  Israeli spy satellites were said to have greater access to the region, allowing the US to “fill out its information and get a better battle damage … Continue reading →

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From Tel Aviv to New York City

Posted on September 14, 2014

(Thanks to NoCamels.com) According to Guy Franklin, creator of the interactive map “Mapped in NY”, in January 2013 there were about 60 Israeli startups in the Big Apple. In just over a year, this number grew to a whopping 200. … Continue reading →

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IDF saves Irish UN troops

Posted on September 14, 2014

The Irish UN force that rescued 40 Filipino soldiers from Syrian rebels on Aug 30 would have been killed or captured had it not been for the IDF. The Israelis guided the Irish soldiers, helping them to avoid large concentrations … Continue reading →

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