GPS-enabled umbrella with internet capabilities

The Japanese have done it again. They’ve created an umbrella with a built-in camera, internet connectivity, and Flickr integration.

GPS-enabled umbrella

[source: randomgoodstuff]

I can imagine getting lost in the rain while walking is a scenario we’ve all been in numerous times and this is the gadget we’ve been waiting for.

My only question- how usable is this? I like the idea of watching people walk down the street  staring up into their umbrella watching CNN or the lastest episode of Family Guy and running into people.

Looks to me like a great (yet annoying to consumers) way to advertise.

Would you buy it?