Talking urinals helping to save lives
February 15, 2007 (SANTA FE, N.M.) - Talking urinals could be a sign you've had a few too many. But in New Mexico, talking conveniences in the men's room are being used fight drunken driving.
The state has ordered 500 talking urinal cakes to deliver a recorded message. Guys making a pit stop will hear a female voice saying: "Hey there, big guy. Having a few drinks?" The talking urinal then says, "It's time to call a cab or ask a sober friend for a ride home."
So, why just the men's room? Officials note men are about three times more likely to be busted for drunken-driving than women. The talking urinal cakes cost 21 bucks each and will last for about three months.
(Copyright 2007 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
Truthfully I was a little disappointed in this post. I think a talking urinal for men should say things like: "Keep it aimed in the center" or "Dribblers not allowed" with an alarm if any dribbles fall on any surface of the toilet.
