It seems that in Japan they take their vending machines very seriously. Follow the link for more crazy consumer convenience.

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In our modern world of rampant consumerism it’s important that your little darling doesn’t get left behind. This is where Atypyks’ new take on the traditional wooden puzzle comes in.

In no time at all little Timmy, or Tammy, will be familiarised with these vital symbols allowing him, or her, to progress through life unfetered.

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There’s nothing quite like that feeling you get when you tell your mates about something that they hadn’t seen, but was staring them in the face the whole time. Here are a couple of hidden symbols within corporate logos.

Can you see the bear hiding in the Toblerone mountain?

And, of course, we have the classic FedEx logo with the arrow.

Do you know of anymore? Email us and we’ll add them to our list.

Very nice advert for Tonic Communications looking for Hungry Designers!

Using a very recognisable logo to help them get there point across I think you’ll agree!

Is it just me, or does Fallon’s new Pudsey bear a striking resemblance to Sleeping Teddy from the CBeebies program Boo!?

The BBC Children in Need appeal’s mascot Pudsey Bear has been given something of a facelift as part of the charity’s fundraising campaign, which launches next Monday.

Advertising agency Fallon was approached to create a ‘fresh new look’ for the marque. As part of the redesign, the agency was tasked with creating something that was ‘exciting and accessible enough to make people want to get involved.’

(via Design Week)