Static non-powered objects with FACES #29: The McDonald's coffee cup lid

Something doesn't sit right about the idea of McDonald's selling fancy coffee. If you want to be part of the aspirational cafe lifestyle crowd, you surely wouldn't choose McDonald's as the outlet to buy your cinnamon latt-u-cino from, would you?

McDonalds ought to stick to fizzy pop products for children to vomit up in the car home. That's what we think. This country. Gone to the dogs, innit?



"Here's a cup of McDonald's coffee with a face. I wasn't sure which tab position was most face-like so I included three."



"What I like about it is that the curved arrows around the 'nose' look they are outlines for his nostrils."



"I was less fond of drinking from it after noticing the face. I felt uncomfortable, pressing my lips against his" - Aaron.

EXECUTIVE MOUSTACHES: Real Mex Restaurants CEO Richard E Rivera

The moustache. So unpredictable. Often the first place to show signs of grey and any deep-rooted hereditary ginger there may be on your dad's side of the family. But often also the last place to go grey.



Yes, we're jealous of that hairline.

Man has NEW IDEA to do with batteries!

No, not lubing them up and inserting them. We've all already had that idea. That's not a good idea, even after months and months of stretching exercises. The hole in the end never gets big enough.

This idea is building in a little plug into the battery itself, so people who live in unsafe third-world countries where the 'earth' connection is not mandatory on their household supply can plug a battery directly into the wall.



Found here by a man called "Harold".

How many types of spring are there?

You won't BELIEVE how many types of spring there are!



We'd have guessed maybe 150 or 200 max.

MAGIX cares about your dad's old video collection

That episode of Gladiators he recorded in 1994 because mum wanted to watch Eurovision CAN be saved.



We didn't think to research the contents of the package. Presumably it's a dongle that digitises the AV output.

EXECUTIVE MOUSTACHES: Tom Beyer, President of Elkay Manufacturing's Cabinet Division

He's growing it as wide and as bushy as possible so that, one day, when medical science has progressed far enough, it can be perfectly transplanted six inches upwards to form a nice fringe.



ADVANCED TIP: Using the flash while standing near a wall creates a superb natural drop-shadow effect, making the photo appear "3D".

Exmovere Holdings reveals its "Wearable Transportation Device"

Finally! The trousers/car/chair hybrid we've been waiting for.



Great for the businessman - save the legs, put more energy into the brain to help form those important business ideas. Also makes short men appear taller - giving them the crucial psychological edge in contract negotiations.



Also ideal for low-level office staff whose jobs are standing near photocopiers.



Also pretty useful for Mega Man cosplay.

Exmovere Holdings Unveils Wearable Transportation Device

MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This week Exmovere Holdings is presenting a series of demonstrations of a self-balancing, hands free concept vehicle called the Chariot. The Chariot is a wearable, sensor-activated pod designed for use by amputees and others who have difficulty standing. The demonstrations are being held at Exmovere's McLean, Virginia headquarters from April 7th until April 10th.

Unlike other self-balancing vehicles, the Exmovere Chariot is controlled by subtle movements of the lower torso and hips. Sensors inside the cocoon-like shell of the vehicle predict the intended motion of the wearer. The Chariot requires no manual dexterity, minimal physical effort and allows wearers to closely approach and reach objects. The upright form of the Chariot allows its wearer to make direct eye contact with others. The Chariot is battery powered and can travel up to 12 miles per hour.

According to David Bychkov, CEO of Exmovere, "The Chariot represents an exciting path for our company. Whereas our team was originally focused on designing sensor products that monitored signs of life, the Chariot's sensors are designed to make life more livable. We especially hope that the Chariot will offer dignity, strength and increased mobility to those who were wounded serving our country."

Production versions of the Chariot will integrate Exmovere's proprietary vital sign sensors, environmental and ground clearance sensors, wireless and cellular connectivity, a smaller form factor and unique options for military and law enforcement customers. Exmovere will also develop a feature of the Chariot that can switch the wearer from upright to seated position. Exmovere seeks to partner with an automotive manufacturer to eventually launch a performance-oriented Chariot.

Exmovere Holdings is a biomedical engineering company that specializes in emotion sensing applications for healthcare, homeland security and mobility.

*Jingle* Promotional Image of the Weeeek

All hail the next evolutionary leap for mankind - in-built 240v generation capabilities. It burns off calories to help the global obesity epidemic, while simultaneously boosting energy efficiency.



Once this photo gets around he'll be seized by oil industry agents and dissected.

The "SONIC" alkaline battery, as taken by a Canon EOS 5D Mark II

We have done this before. But we have not done this before at 5616 x 3744 resolution as taken by a Canon EOS 5D Mark II.



We'll feature the Sonic alkaline again in three years time, when cameras can take photos at 12000 x 8000.



Then we'll feature it again in six years time in 3D.



Then we'll feature it again in nine years time in HD 3D.



We'll have died or given up beyond that point.



Sent in by a "David" - the same "David" responsible for this lovely Vinnic mood shot.



But wait! What's that lurking in the background? Could it be... ANOTHER KIND OR TYPE OF BATTERY?



Oh. A Mustang AAA.



We've also featured a colour variant of the Mustang before, so while we admire David's photography skills and would happily steal his camera off him if he left it unattended in a public place, he's obviously not quite on the pace of the battery-spotting scene.

Gadgets with FACES #129: An electric toothbrush of unknown brand

Not so keen on this one, it's certainly no bag-faced Dennis Hopper, but we can't not use such a comprehensive photo story - especially as some half-decent Photoshop work was carried out to provide a rudimentary punchline to the piece.



"Thank you for uploading the Golden Power batteries. I had no idea they were such a well known (and eclectic) brand. Anyway, this time I offer you a gadget with a face."



"And it’s not just any face. It’s famous. And it’s rather fearful. A bit like an investment banker walking through a council estate in the Midlands. It's the back of an electric toothbrush... err... brush. This poor blighter has to go in my mouth twice a day. No wonder he looks scared and appalled."



"Anyway, he reminded me of something. So after a bit of technical jiggery pokery I managed to match the ‘face’ to the place. And here, courtesy of Edward Munch is our friend in his better known habitat" - Jon.

Bags with FACES #10 & #11: Johnston Murphy Luggage and the "Bail Out Bag"

These are good ones. We're not going to go uploading Bags with FACES unless they're good.



The obese Mr Johnston (left) and his miserable wife.



Dennis Hopper from Apocalypse Now.

Sony Ericsson S312 and a COMPLEX NARRATIVE STRUCTURE!

It's a story of a woman who's getting her hair done.



Here, she seems to be showing the photographer a photo of HERSELF she took a couple of minutes ago.



And again, in a slightly different pose. There's not much point in sending out both of these images, they're virtually identical.



Surely the hairdresser must be LIVID at having to keep telling her to lift her head up?



Did the conversation between hairdresser and hairdressee get so strained and awkward that the hairdressee had to start demonstrating her mobile phone features to break the silence?



Is this the end result? Or the 'before' picture? Her hair looks OK, but not like it's been the subject of exhaustive styling.

Static non-powered objects with FACES #28: Part of a wood-powered boiler

Some of our more aggressive stalking readers may know that wood collection and the subsequent burning of said wood to generate free heat is one of the new Idiot Toys in-house hobbies. Nothing beats a bit of well-aged oak.

So we were EXCITED to get sent not only a photo of a wood-burning device, but a photo of a wood-burning device that also has a face.



"I found this a few weeks ago while searching for my potential new vedpanna (wood-powered boiler). It's not very high resolution but I realised that, after publishing those dreadful, blurry, battery pictures, that you are ready to scrape the barrel once more. From 'Raymond Baxter's Stool' or some other nom de plume" - Raymond Baxter's Stool.

Gadgets with FACES #128: A smiling iron

Smiling because it's just been rubbing itself all over your girlfriend's skirt and enjoying the intoxicating fumes of nearly-molten polyester. It's even winking at her. Sick IRON FUCK.



"Thought you may like this for your collection. As I was looking through your photos, I could feel some eyes burning into the back of my head. Needless to say the iron was trying to look at my screen" - Adrian.

"Phil" found this iPod lifestyle photography

Thanks, "Phil".



Once again - from "Phil". It was not an in-house discovery. The Idiot Toys internet connection is for 100% work-related tasks.

Gadgets with FACES #127: An electric thermometer

A man called "Joel" found this at his mum's house. You know you're bored at your mum's house when you start examining the backs of things. We suspect "Joel" also looked in the fridge on four separate occasions, despite not really being hungry and obtaining a precise mental image of the fridge contents on his first viewing.



Joel included the address of a semi-dormant blog in his email signature. It's about video games. We're not sure if he'd like people to visit it or not. But here's a link to it just in case.

"The juxtaposition of a Dalek and battery called Raymax"

We have a new battery enthusiast SLASH macro photography fan! Reader "Richard" supplied the below photos. Richard's only mistake was to resize the pictures to 1024 x 683 himself, thereby robbing us of the chance to see them in their original resolution.

Although, the EXIF data remained intact - showing us Richard used a Canon EOS 20D. Perhaps the 20D only outputs at 1024 x 683? We shall seek further clarification as the day unfolds.



"I'm a battery virgin but I needed something to practice a new macro lens on. As you er, "featured" a Golden Power today I thought that would be a good start although the juxtaposition of a Dalek and battery called Raymax was also too good an opportunity to pass up on."



"I look forward to fame and fortune coming my way as a result of this. If I am passed over for a pic of an older white male with a ridiculously bushy moustache I will have to seek counselling. Regards" - Richard.

The kitchen... OF THE FUTURE

In the future, men will be at ease handling vegetables. Holographic girlfriends will appear for sex at the press of a button.



Not sure why there are three taps. There's a press release which might explain Tap #3, but it's a bit heavy going.

Future Vision: Goodbye Celebrity Chefs, Hello Virtual Chefs

- 2014 will see Brits ditching cook-along programmes to watch their very own virtual chef at work -

Tuesday 14th April 2009 - A new report by electrical specialist Comet, predicts that our kitchens will take a dramatic turn for the better by 2014. In five years we will be experiencing new technology developments in our home kitchens with the addition of "virtual chefs" and "intelligent fridges" that can suggest bespoke recipes based on its contents. Brits love a good cook-along programme with Gordon Ramsay and James Martin leading the way but soon the celebrity chef will be phased out in favour of personal virtual culinary assistants who will be a permanent fixture in each of our homes in just five years time.

A welcome addition to help ease our busy lifestyles is the "virtual chef" which takes the form of a 3D virtual hologram, Comet predicts. The "virtual chef" will act as a human friend who will be constantly by our side to offer cooking advice, cookery technique demos and bespoke recipe suggestions in the comfort of our own kitchens. The British kitchen will change significantly in the next five years and become a much more exciting place to cook in. No longer will there be struggles to get cooking timings and measurements correct, the virtual chef will take the pressure off so we can focus on entertaining and relaxing. Gone will be the days of listening to Ainsley Harriet's bad jokes or Nigella's sultry suggestions, the "virtual chef" will only speak when spoken to.

The "intelligent fridge" will be a second addition to the kitchen of the future, programmed with technology to offer recipe and mealtime suggestions just by sensing what contents lie inside it. Comet predicts that the 'intelligent fridge' will have the ability to contact you on your way home from work and suggest a variety of options for your supper to save you a trip to the supermarket. By 2014, traditional recipe books will be a thing of the past as our kitchens will boast 'electronic paper' recipes and video demonstrations placed on walls or cupboards for our convenience.

Brits are more than ready for the arrival of these new future kitchen technologies with almost a third of those aged 20-24 eager to have robots cooking their dinner and 40% expecting our fridges to suggest recipes based on its contents.
Bob Darke, Comet's Commercial Director, is excited about the future developments in the kitchen, "Five years is not that far away and before we know it our kitchens will become more advanced than we can imagine. In previous decades areas such as home entertainment have excelled in technological advances, and it will soon be the kitchen that will start to evolve and introduce new and exciting developments."

Visit www.comet.co.uk for the latest kitchen appliances and gadgets. ("Virtual chefs" and meal suggesting fridges not yet in stock).

Alternate colourway Golden Power AAs

The Golden Power battery brand is in a COLOUR CRISIS. In the last year alone we've seen black & yellow and blue and yellow - now get ready for... BLUE and GREY and GREEN and YELLOW!



"Since pictures of odd brands of batteries seem to be in short supply recently (what are the chances?!), I thought I would show you the contents of the battery compartment of a child's toy. The child is an idiot, so hopefully as part of an idiot's toy that counts for something?"



"'Golden power'. Mmmmm. Well done to the brand team at the manufacturers. Just two letters from being very memorable. Your(s)" - An Idiot.

EXIF DATA VOLUNTEERED
"PS: Photo taken on a rather long-in-the-tooth Canon IXUS. Do I win a prize?"

Bits of Cardboard with FACES #1: Charge Ladle ladies' bike saddle packaging

Not a gadget, but that doesn't matter - it's our CONFIRMED FEMALE READER #4!!



"Looks like a FACE. A cautiously happy face. The camera on the Nokia E71 can be really shocking, as you can see. Oh, and I'm another female IDIOT TOYS reader, izzzzzzzzit" - Sara x.

ONE QUESTION SPRINGS TO MIND
Is "izzzzzzzzit" some sort of sex phrase the youths use nowadays? Are we "in" here or, is Sara just the sort of urban teenager we sit on the lower deck of the bus to avoid getting bullied by?

Can the MIGHTY Amazonian Kirsty Gallacher manage to make wireless headsets sexy?

Not really, no. Shame. We'd have put money on Kirsty pulling it off. If Kirsty can't do it, it's pretty much going to be IMPOSSIBLE for you normal people and your normal belly buttons.



However, we - and we are taking the liberty of speaking for the internet as a whole, here - are entirely grateful to Sony for providing the below image of its W Series Walkman in an active use scenario.



You can't see much of the new wearable W Series Walkman, but you can see Kirsty Gallacher's toes. Which is handy, as if we had a choice between looking at the W Series Walkman or seeing Kirsty Gallacher's toes in an 1800 x 2700 photo, we'd have gone for the toes.



The toes. Quite poorly maintained for a TV celebrity, but then she's probably not used to them being looked at. Annoyingly, the EXIF data tells us the photo was taken with a Canon EOS-1D Mark III, meaning the original shot was produced at a much higher resolution than 1800 x 2700. This has been scaled down.

Taken from here, where they also have FACTS about things like memory size, length, cost and things to talk to her about on a date.

TV presenter and sports enthusiast Kirsty Gallacher gets physical with new Sony W Series WALKMAN(r)

Kirsty Gallacher gets physical with the new W Series WALKMAN(r) from Sony, by recreating Olivia Newton-John's infamous 'Let's Get Physical' pose.

The stylish W Series WALKMAN(r) is a completely wearable, wireless 2GB MP3 player which fits securely to the head and is perfect for the gym. The W Series' innovative design means that top class sound quality is delivered without the need for clumsy cables, with controls mounted near the ears so users won't get distracted by selecting the next track.

TV presenter and fitness fanatic, Kirsty Gallacher, who is launching the W Series for Sony said: "Using my W Series WALKMAN(r) means that I can stay motivated whilst working out and push myself to the limit. I feel like I'm in my own little world and the music really helps me to get in the zone."

The Sony W Series WALKMAN(r) is available at www.sonystyle.co.uk for £59.00 and will be available in retailers nationwide from today.

Sony and WALKMAN(r) are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

Sony W Series WALKMAN
* Wearable design keeps you free from cables
* Superior sound quality with 13.5mm EX headphones
* New function ZAPPIN(tm) for easy searching and selecting of songs
* Compact and lightweight means it's comfortable and secure to wear even when exercising
* Quick Charge function - 3 minute charge gives you 90 minutes music playback

"Bring your beat to the street" with the Sony Ericsson W205 WALKMAN phone and its LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY!

Why do they INSIST on still doing it? It's almost as if Sony Ericsson doesn't read Idiot Toys and isn't aware of the mockery we heap upon their expensive media follies TIME and TIME AGAIN.



It's a classic 'Sofa Outside' shot. We ought to start up a splinter blog dedicated purely to companies who've had the WACKY idea of taking a sofa outside for their photoshoot.



As ever, the EXIF data shows that renowned camera manufacturer Sony chose to take these shots with a Canon EOS 5D Mark II. You can't run the risk of booking all these models, taking the sofa from the reception to the outside, then having the day ruined by excessive purple fringing and low-light blockiness on the resulting images.

More music and more fun with your first Walkman(tm) phone

Bring your beat to the street with the new Sony Ericsson W205 Walkman(tm). The W205 makes the Walkman(tm) phone experience more accessible to consumers and is perfect for those who want all the classic Sony Ericsson mobile phone features while enjoying music on the go!

London - April 7, 2009 - Get the most out of your best music and favourite radio channels with Walkman(tm) player, FM radio and TrackID(tm) music recognition. The slider mobile phone comes with a complete package of entertainment features and the power to set up playlists to ensure you have the right music no matter the occasion. Share your tunes with friends via the speaker phone function - if you love your music they will too.

Need a change? Tune into the FM radio to listen to the latest news, music, sport commentary and talk shows. Heard something you like? Use TrackID(tm) to name that tune and artist, and you can even record a sample of a song from the radio to use as your new ringtone.

"The W205 is perfect for those who love portable music but have never had the Walkman(tm) phone experience." said Timo Maassmann, Marketing business manager at Sony Ericsson. "The W205 is a stylish slider phone allowing you to enjoy your music wherever you are - whether it's on the bus, at college or chilling in the park. You can also share more than music with the 1.3 megapixel camera. Capture the action in stills or video and send them to friends via MMS or via Bluetooth(tm). The multiple phonebook function is an added bonus - share your phone with your family but keep your contacts separate from theirs."

The W205 Walkman(tm)
Fill it with pop and make it rock with the following features:

* Enjoy your music with the Walkman(tm) experience
* FM radio - catch up with the latest news and views
* TrackID(tm) - name that tune at a press of a button
* 1.3 megapixel camera - capture your favourite moments on film
* Bluetooth(tm) - share your favourite songs, pictures and video clips, or connect to a wireless headset
* Multiple phone books - keep your contacts in order if someone needs to borrow your phone

Gadgets with FACES #126: The Team Grill barbecue

America's two main contributions to global culture are (a) MEAT and (b) SPORTS. So it's inevitable someone would have the idea of combining the two, as Americans also really like combining two things into one thing to make a new combi-thing.



It's a barbecue in the same colours as those worn by your "team". It sadly lost a couple of legs in a hunting accident and has had them replaced by wheels.

Andy Murray is NOT having ANY of THIS SHIT

Good on him. He'd rather be out on the practise court than pandering to the bizarre whims of the sponsors. It's the TENNIS that MEANS SOMETHING to him, not the fucking CIRCUS that surrounds the tour!



Maybe he'd have managed a smile if the organisers had spent a few extra grand and got Maria out of bed. And arranged a theme costume beach volleyball tennis exhibition on the beach.



He's not risking injury by lifting his racquet above chest height in exchange for a free mobile phone. Good on you, you winning-obsessed, corporate BULLSHIT-hating Scotsman.

*Jingle* Promotional image of the Weeeek

"Mike. Can you bring the scissors? No, the big ones. No, the big ones. No, there are some bigger ones in the storeroom. The big ones. The big scissors. Can I trust you on this one? It's a big ribbon and we don't want to look stupid by not being able to cut through it."



"I didn't mean the HUGE COMEDY scissors, you idiot. You're fired."

THE SAD THING IS
They look like they won't even cut through it. Hopefully one of them's got a knife in their sock. The one on the right looks like he might have a knife in his sock.

EXECUTIVE FOREHEADS: Richard A. Smith, President and Chief Executive, Realogy Corporation

We swear this photo has not been altered in ANY WAY. That smooth, lengthy forehead is all natural.



Thank god he doesn't need glasses. Finding a pair to complement that shape of head would be a NIGHTMARE.

EXECUTIVE MOUSTACHES: William Bohn, President and CEO of Associated Financial Group

This is a photo of a cheap William Bohn action figure, where costs have been saved by using the same kind of hair for the moustache and eyebrows as for the top of the head.



The Deluxe Limited Edition William Bohn, available in Q1 2010, will be upgraded to feature streaks of grey and ginger in the moustache for added realism. They're so cynical these corporate action figure manufacturers.

Flying Toys uncomfortably mixes children with sexy ladies

Regular reader and link-finder "Cyberfyn" found some promotional photography of toy aeroplanes.

You wouldn't think it would be a very exciting area, but fortunately some bright management spark had the idea to break out the...



...sexy air hostess costumes!



But wait! Uh-oh. They've interspersed the hotness with photos of podgy children.



You never know what's going to lurk behind the next link. Lovely lady in themed adult fun-wear? Or uncomfortable 13-year-old in sports clothing?



It makes maintaining an erection a NIGHTMARE.



It's like Sony Ericsson dropping in a photo of Pete Sampras.

"We are very excited about the opportunities that our battery lineup brings to the market"

We have received a press release about Maxell returning to the battery business. It's one of the best-formatted releases we've ever received - all the more impressive as it was read in Hotmail and forwarded by a man who wants to be known as "JG".

Yet the formatting survived. If Maxell's new line up of alkaline cells is as impressive as its email design skills (probably not, as the person who designs the batteries is bound to be a different person to the person who sends out the press releases, probably even working in a different building) it's definitely onto a winner.



Who'd have thought that the name "Maxell" was derived from "maximum capacity dry cell"?

Sony Ericsson very kindly emailed out a photo of a woman in very nice shoes

Her name's Amy. Or at least the file name started with Amy. She's either a singer or in a band. That's as much as we can narrow it down.

The only thing we know about modern music is that guitars seem to be back in fashion and it's not weird for men to have long hair any more.



Fortunately, there's a press release all about it.

Telecommunication giants collaborate with music artists
In unique online enterprise

Sony Ericsson and Vodafone offer consumers 'The Inside Tracks' on London

In a groundbreaking new campaign poised to expose London in all its grit and glamour, Sony Ericsson and Vodafone introduce The Inside Tracks - an online site with downloadable navigation content which will enable users to take advantage of the Capital as the trend-setting, culturally-rich musical hub that it is.

There is only so much you can learn from a traditional guide book. Harnessing the youthful experience of three talented, breaking music artists, The Inside Tracks will comprise bespoke audio packages and customised maps created specifically for the Capital. This initiative will celebrate the launch of the Sony Ericsson W715 Walkman(tm) phone and bring to life the exclusive Vodafone 'Find and Go' navigation functionality.

Composed and narrated by a trio of cool and beautiful independent singer-songwriters at the cutting edge of Britain's music scene - Amy Studt, Zarif and Eliza Doolittle - these exclusive guides will provide a uniquely personalised insight into London and demonstrate the possibilities afforded by 'Find and Go'.

The 'Find and Go' service on the W715 Sony Ericsson Walkman(tm) phone is a personal satellite system which allows users to easily navigate and make use of their surroundings via their handset. The turn-by-turn GPS guidance with 3D maps, and voice instructions that announce street names, will enable people to easily seek out Zarif's favourite watering hole or the vintage boutique which is the source of Eliza Doolittle's unique style. Vodafone customers will also be able to download these maps direct to their phones at no extra charge*.

Consumers can download a little piece of the city at its most intimate and revealing by simply visiting www.sonyericsson.com/insidetracks

Dave Hilton, Marketing Director Sony Ericsson UK and Ireland: "It was important that this collaboration between Vodafone, Sony Ericsson and the three talented young musicians enabled us to communicate the reality of 'Find and Go' to consumers, illustrating the feature in an engaging way. We feel that The Inside Tracks does just that; working across different media to combine entertainment with cutting-edge technology in a practical yet exhilarating guide to the Capital."
The Inside Tracks campaign, created by Brando and Dare, combines online and PR to drive awareness of the new W715 handset, as well as highlighting the 'Find & Go' service exclusively available on Vodafone.
For more information or to purchase the Sony Ericsson W715, available exclusively on Vodafone go to www.vodafone.co.uk/w715

Notes to Editors:

About Amy Studt
Originally from Bournemouth, Amy Studt is a singer-songwriter who made her musical debut in 2002 aged only 14. In 2003 her single "Misfit" reached the Top Ten, whilst her critically acclaimed debut album "False Smiles" sold nearly 200,000 copies in the UK alone. During 2007 Amy supported Razorlight, performing under the alias Jane Wails in an attempt to avoid the limelight and combat stage-fright. Amy's latest album "Paper Made Men" was released in May 2008.

About Eliza Doolittle
A solo singer from North London, Eliza Doolittle currently works with a full live line-up including bass, drums, keyboards and guitar. Her influences stretch from Stevie Wonder and Minnie Ripperton to Destiny's Child, Joni Mitchell and Arctic Monkeys. Eliza describes her style as "A culinary mix of soul-felt pop in the old school sense, with a little fruit, spice, sugar and nuts". Her debut single "Rollerblades" will be released in the last week of June, which will be followed by her first album in July.

About Zarif
Zarif is a 23 year old singer-songwriter from North London. She creates her own brand of quirky retro-tinged soul and has recently been busy touring with the Nextmen, playing festivals such as Glastonbury and Bestival. Zarif's first single "Let me back" is out on April 6th and her debut album will be released later in the Spring and will include "Box Of Secrets" which recently featured on an advert for Sky TV.

Static non-powered objects with FACES #27: The taps in Sainsbury's

Another entry in our series of photographs bravely taken in public toilets. The thrill of being caught! The danger! The heady smell of bleach and urine!



"Talking of 'dribbling piss' here is a smiley happy face from the bogs in Sainsbury's the other day. Why oh why do children wait until the most inconvenient time to need a wee? Oh yeah, just as you are at the checkout" - DarlyB.

WHEN ELSE DO CHILDREN ALWAYS START COMPLAINING ABOUT NEEDING A WEE?
After being in the car boot for 18 hours.