Update: While the inventors who used the Quirky platform are still around, the company, Quirky filed for bankruptcy in September 2o15. We’ve decided to keep this article archived as some of the products are available via other channels.
We love our technology tools but hate the wires that supply them power and connect them to the grid. We’ve written about ways to organize wires and cords and even have a Pinterest board dedicated to the topic.
And today, we salute the men and women out on the front lines in the War of the Wires. The “inventor community” of Quirky.com are like the Seal Team 6 in the Combat Against Cords. We can’t wait to see what they come up with next that top these:
1. Cordies Cable Management
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To defy gravity and prevent your unplugged cables from constantly falling off your desk you will need Cordies Cable Management. Measurement: 3.25” L x 3.5” W x 2” H (82.55mm L x 88.9mm W x 50.8mm H).
(Price: $9.99)
2. PowerCurl
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The PowerCurl isn’t just great for the office, it can also provide simple cable organization to a household of Macbook users. Measurements: 45W: 11- and 13-inch MacBook Air 60W : MacBook, 13-inch MacBook Pro 85W: 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro, 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display.
(Price: $7.99)
3. Contort
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The Contort HUB is a flexible four-port USB that keeps cords organized and better protects USB transfers from damages. Measurements: 5.6″ L x 1.3″ W x .9″ H (142mm L x 34mm W x 24mm H).
(Price: $24.99)
4. ContortPower
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The ContortPower is a portable two-in-one USB/AC adapter that organizes cords. Measurements: 3.2″ L x 5″ W x 2.3″D (82mm L x 132.5mm W x 58.5mm D).
(Price: $24.99)
5. Wrapster
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Wrapster is the simple solution to finally wrangling your earbud wire tangle. Measurements: 4.9″ H x 2.4″ W x .7″ D (125mm H x 60mm W x 18mm D) Fits iPhone 5/5s.
(Price: $5.99)
6. Folio
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The Folio is an iphone 5 case that gives wire organization and even more functionality to your smartphone. The case’s three outer leather slots serve as a wallet while inside is a cord management compartment for earbud headphones and miscellaneous compartment storage for things like gum or loose change. Measurements: 4.9″ H x 2.4″ W x .7″ D (125mm H x 60mm W x 18mm D) Fits iPhone 5/5s.
(Price: $39.99)
7. PivotPower
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The PivotPower is a flexible surge-protecting power strip meant to make room for every plug in your workspace arsenal. No more bulky plugs and adapters blocking other power outlets, each outlet can be pivoted and flexed to fit your electronic needs.
(Price: $29.99)
8. Prop Power Pro
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The Prop Power Pro is a tougher version of the original Prop Power wrap-around extension cord. Its rugged versatility means you now have an extension cord available to you anywhere. Measurements: Cord: 9′ L (2743mm) AC head: 4.4″” L x 2″” W x 1.3″” D (114mm x 50mm x 33mm)
(Price: $24.99)