In the simplest terms, a button is a finger-activated mechanism for completing an electric circuit. In many ways, the root of the button lies in musical instruments and firearms.

Laptop users who need extra display real estate while out and about can now simply push a button or wave a hand. Lenovo's ...

Already, we came up with a few possible hazards of a device so simple. What happens if people just bump into the button, or a dog or baby presses it again and again? Buttons can be irresistible.

NZI has pioneered a push-button mechanism for the integrated sun visor on its next generation Vitesse helmet. The Vitesse II is part of a range of new lids the firm will launch in mid-January and ...

It detects the movement of a finger approaching it and mimics the movement so that the button depresses. So all you have to do is pretend to push the button.

Thanks to ididit and their id.PUSH+ Push Button Start Kit classic car owners can add the luxury of keyless entry and remote start in their classic rides.