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    Bluetooth is named after the Danish King Harald "Bluetooth" who ate so many blueberries that his teeth stained blue. The wireless protocol is named after him because of his ability to unite warring Scandinavian factions, just as Bluetooth unites wireless devices. The Bluetooth logo is also a combination of the King's runic initials.
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    Energy is being wasted if a toaster is left plugged in after use.
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    The first alarm clock could only ring at 4 a.m.
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    The life boat was patented in 1845!
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    A car operates at maximum economy, gas-wise, at speeds between 25 and 35 miles per hour.
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    The Google driverless car has only encountered two accidents. The first it was rear ended at a stop sign, and the second was when a human was behind the wheel.
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    Sony researchers have developed a refrigerator that only opens when you smile.
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    Kleenex tissues were originally used as filters in gas masks.
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