I Want: Invisibility Cloaks Get Closer To Reality

There's an old theory that if something is a popular idea within the Sci-Fi world, then it will eventually come to fruition in the real world. I have no idea of the reality of this theory, but what I do know is that if I had the ability to make some cool stuff like lasers and holographic communications, I sure as hell would! Apparently, I'm not the only person that thinks like that either, as a couple research teams have unveiled new "invisibility cloak" ideas in recent days.

Both devices focus on using extremely small material threaded in such a way that even smaller holes exist in the material. The material is 10,000 times smaller than a human hair and the holes in the "fabric" are so small that light waves simply bend around material. In each case, light waves were effectively bent around the materials, providing a magic-esque disappearing act. And now I'm moist.

While the obvious military and possibly dubious personal uses come to mind, the research teams pointed out that this same tech could be used in cameras to reduce light glare and in cell phones to minimize electronic noise and improve call quality and reception. Yeah… while that sounds great and all, can we just skip directly to the personal use invisibility cloak please? The Chicago Cubs locker room has been calling my name for a while now, and try as I might, I've been unsuccessful at just waltzing in, so I'd appreciate a quick to market solution please. Thanks, I'd appreciate it.

Two improved invisibility devices show themselves [Yahoo! News]