Time Magazine called it one of the 50 best inventions of 2009.
As far as edible containers go, it's one of the best inventions ever.
For the best invention of the millennium, do give Gutenberg some of the credit - but not too much.
Notable awards include the inclusion by Time magazine as one of the 50 best inventions of 2009.
Some of the best inventions of humanity are models of the body and brain.
The effort on history says, "The best invention of the millennium is widely considered to be the printing press, which is obvious and right.
Debit or credit cards are perfect companions - the best invention for travellers since the backpack.
"Some of your best inventions don't sell," he said, "and the least patentable turn out to be best sellers."
The clock was one of Times Best Inventions of 2008.
Time Magazine named it one of the "50 Best Inventions of 2009".