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1,000 Year Old Reclaimed Redwood Sunglasses by Capital Eyewear

Yoav Levytam — Sat, 25 May 2013 16:34:42 UTC

Capital Eyewear's newest limited edition wood sunglasses are truly a piece of history. Made from ancient reclaimed redwood that is over 1,000 years old, these are the rarest glasses they have ever made.

The wood was originally cut for a railroad bridge in the 1800s. In the 1950s the bridge was torn down and the wood was put into storage. Recently, it was reclaimed to build a California beach house and they created these sunglasses from what was left over from the home's construction. In a way, the wood for these glasses is actually RE-reclaimed.

The age of the wood gives it a very distinct reddish brown rings that are extremely close together. Each pair of glasses is marked with it's individual number 1 through 25 and comes with a handmade leather case that is also handmade in the USA.

Features
● Handmade in San Francisco, California
● Limited to 25 Pairs Made
● Sustainably Reclaimed 1,000 + Year Old Redwood Grown in the California
● Carl Zeiss Vision Lenses With 100% UV Protection
● Stretch to Fit Hinges
● Water Resistant
● 90 Day Warranty
● Frame measurements 54-19-145

All-Star Guitar by ION

Yoav Levytam — Sat, 25 May 2013 15:31:27 UTC

All-Star Guitar is a full-size electronic guitar that transforms your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch into an amazing guitar experience. Simply place your iPad into All-Star Guitar's fitted holder, open the All-Star Guitar app, and you're ready to go. All-Star Guitar can be played anywhere, as it requires no cables or external connections. Its built-in speaker lets you crank up and rock out anywhere! All-Star Guitar's strings can be strummed together or plucked individually, and its 14 of fret-board buttons (84 buttons total) mean you can easily play thousands of songs note for note.

Features
● Lighted fretboard and free All-Star Guitar app
● Works with many popular iPad and iPhone apps including GarageBand and WI Guitar
● Built-in speaker with volume control — rock out anywhere!
● Secure, padded compartment for iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch
● Easy access to iPad headphone output for silent practice
● Play along with any song in your iTunes music library
● Works for both right- and left-handed rock stars
● Play electric, acoustic, or bass guitar
● Works with iPad, iPad 2, iPad (3rd generation), iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, and iPod touch (4th generation)

BMW Pinifarina Gran Lusso Coupe

Yoav Levytam — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:53:16 UTC

BMW and Pininfarina are two of the most tradition-swathed names in the motoring world. Each is a byword for cutting-edge technology, style, dynamics and aesthetics. With the BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé, the two time-honoured companies are unveiling the outcome of their first collaboration at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2013. The BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé is a one-off and represents the exclusive interpretation of a luxurious BMW Coupé as seen through the eyes of Pininfarina. Working in close consultation, the two design teams have created a new automotive persona brimming with character and ready to join the high-end luxury class – typically BMW while sporting the distinctive signature of Pininfarina.

With the BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé, the BMW Design team took up exclusive design aspects such as luxury and elegance and fed them into a creative exchange with long-established specialist car designer and manufacturer Pininfarina. In this elaborately created one-off, the renowned companies BMW Group and Pininfarina joined forces to bring an idea to fruition: “The appeal of this collaboration with Pininfarina is that you get another, very different and special angle on facets like luxury and exclusivity,” notes Karim Habib, Head of BMW Design. “The Italian company, after all, has always been a byword for these criteria in particular, demonstrating time and again its keen sensitivity and exceptional finesse in these areas. In Pininfarina we have found the ideal partner to lend shape to this vehicle concept.”

“The result of this cooperative venture is far greater than the sum of its parts,” says Fabio Filippini, Head of Design at Pininfarina. “When two such tradition-rich and experienced brands join forces to turn a vision into reality, something utterly new and exciting emerges. From start to finish, this project was defined by a mutual respect for the identity of the other company.”

Avant Unmanned Demolition Robot

Yoav Levytam — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:31:41 UTC

The Avant Robot is a special machine that is designed mainly for demolition work. The market for demolition robots is looking good, because the focus in construction is shifting towards renovation and reconstruction. These jobs require machines that fit in tight spaces and are efficient and safe. The electrically-operated Avant Robot is a machine for precisely such sites”, says Jani Käkelä, Sales Manager of Avant Group.

This latest addition to the product range complements Avant’s selection of demolition machines. “The division of work among the machines is such that the Robot mainly breaks concrete, and loaders are used for other tasks, such as moving broken concrete and transporting and levelling. An Avant is a handy multi-purpose machine for use all year round when there is a need to move construction site materials, unload, and maintain order at various sites, for example. When necessary, even a loader can be equipped with a hydraulic breaker”, Käkelä points out.

The Avant Robot has had a long and technically demanding path from development to production, because its operational environments involve a lot of special requirements. “All the functions of the machine can be operated with a wireless remote controller, valves are steered through electrical control units, and the machine’s operating power comes from 32A or 63A current. All in all, the Avant Robot is a technically advanced and modern-looking machine”, Käkelä states.

IMAX Private Theatre

Desire This — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:11:34 UTC

IMAX is offering a select few the opportunity to be among the first to own the world’s most immersive and luxurious entertainment experience. Custom-designed to IMAX specifications and engineered for perfection with breathtaking 2D & 3D images, flawless sound and special theatre design, the IMAX Private Theatre delivers the ultimate in-home entertainment experience.

IMAX designs every aspect of the IMAX Private Theatre – from renowned projection and sound technology to the room acoustics and theatre geometry – to work as a fully integrated solution that is optimized specifically for your home. Their team of specialists play an integral role in the entire process, working directly with your architects, developers, interior designers, and custom installers to ensure everything is built to IMAX’s exacting performance standards while catering to your specific design preferences.

IMAX’s integrated solution also means one point of contact. The company's Commercial Service Center will remotely monitor your entire system 24/7/365 –featuring response times of less than 5 minutes, predictive maintenance, performance tuning and on-the-ground support – so that your system is always running at optimal performance.

T-fal ActiFry Low Fat Cooker

Yoav Levytam — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:10:09 UTC

The T-fal ActiFry is a low fat cooker that enables you to cook tasty dishes while reducing the amount of fat you are having. The ActiFry is engineered to minimize the use of oil while cooking. This revolutionary appliance allows you to enjoy great tasting a wide array of dishes but at the same time stay healthy and feel good about what you are eating.

With ActiFry you can enjoy cripsy, great tasting fries that are low in fat! By using just one tablespoon of oil you can make 2 pounds of fresh French fries, enough to feed a family of four. That one spoonful is over 200 times less than a traditional 3 liter deep fat fryer, which not only means that your food is substantially more healthy, but it is also more economical. The French fries have only 3% fat per serving.

Moreover, ActiFry is a versatile cooking appliance and can be use to create a variety of helathy, low-fat dishes with minimal effort. ActiFry is not just for French fries, it enables you to cook full meals such as chili, risotto, gumbos, vegetable, or meat stir frys, seafood, and even yummy desserts. ActiFry enables you to create your favorite dishes that are not only delicious but nutritious. Each recipe requires from 0 to 2 tablespoons of oil for four servings.

Features
● 2.2 -pound-capacity electric low-fat multi-cooker with patented stirring paddle and pulsating heat system
● Cook a variety of full meals easily and quickly using little-to-no oil
● Easy 2 button operation
● See through steam-free lid
● Ceramic coated nonstick aluminum pan: PTFE and PFOA free.
● No pre-heating needed - constant cooking temperature of 338-degree F.
● Easy to clean - dishwasher-safe lid, pan, paddle and filter.
● Measures 16.7 by 13.6 by 9.4 inches; weight: 8.9 lbs.
● Power: 1450W, 12A

WISPR 2 Vaporizer by IOLITE

Yoav Levytam — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:08:28 UTC

This funky WISPR 2 vaporizer is the real alternative to smoking… and a lot more fun. Simply heat your blend, enjoy the smoothest vapors and experience truly smokeless freedom. IOLITE's patented technology and sleek design means you can take the WISPR 2 wherever your life takes you.

The optimum operating temperature is 210°C / 410°F, which the WISPR 2 reaches in 30 seconds. This is the most powerful portable vaporizer to date. Because it reaches its optimum temperature faster, the WISPR 2 creates more vapor, which is smoother and denser… and that means there’s more to enjoy. Simply hold your WISPR 2 up to the light and you can see how much butane is left in the tank…you’ll always know when to refill.

The on/off button is easy to locate and use. Turn it on, and it’s on; turn it off and, surprise surprise, it’s off. No hissing, no clicking, no doubt. The foldaway silicone mouthpiece is softer and completely flexible, making it more comfortable to use and easy to store.

The WISPR 2 is rectangular in shape with a flat base, making it easy to put down, stand up or store, wherever you happen to be. It takes less than 10 seconds to charge, which means you’ll be enjoying your blend long before users of other vaporizers.

House of Marley Get Up Stand Up Home Audio System

Yoav Levytam — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:49:15 UTC

This soulfully designed Get Up Stand Up audio system can dock and charge your iPhone, iPod and iPad and is engineered to deliver your music with all the power and precision of the original performance. The FSC certified walnut and birch wood frame is as beautiful as it is responsible. Connect hundreds of other devices including phones and music players via the two convenient auxiliary inputs. There is even a remote control thats included.

Dual 4.5" Speakers
Two 4.5-inch woofers, two 1–inch dome tweeters, a speaker output of 25 watts times two and DSP sound processing enhances sound and produces superior bass and treble.

iPod / iPhone / iPad Dock
Dock is compatible with iPod, iPhone and iPad and works as a charging station for 30-pin docking Apple products (does not charge iPhone 5).

Aux-In Connector
3.5mm auxiliary input and integrated RCA input allow flexibility for connecting hundreds of other devices.

FSC Certified & Recycled
The FSC-certified walnut and birch wood frame blends into your home and is responsibly harvested. The enclosure, dock, and trim rings are made from recycled plastic.

Recycled Packaging
Their packaging is made from pulp, recycled plastics and recycled paper, and less of them, to cut down on what goes in the waste stream.

World’s First Integrated Headlight and Blinker System from Helios

Yoav Levytam — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:35:39 UTC

We've featured some pretty cool bike lights in the past; however, the Helios is like no other. Imagine the bike of the future: integrated lighting that responds to your behavior, smartphone connectivity that logs data/statistics for all your rides, built-in navigation, and accurate tracking of bike location (GPS) -- a smarter bike in every possible way. Helios revolutionizes the biking experience and lets you ditch that plethora of attachments for a beautifully minimalistic headlight, blinker, and GPS solution that's integrated right into your handle bars.

Just when you thought bike lights were getting pretty cool, they disappear and go native. Imagine the bike of the future: integrated lighting that responds to your behavior, smartphone connectivity that logs data/statistics for all your rides, built-in navigation, and accurate tracking of bike location (GPS) -- a smarter bike in every possible way. Introducing Helios, their mission is to revolutionize the biking experience. The smart bike revolution has arrived.

Dubbed the world’s first integrated headlight and blinker system for bicycles. They fit on almost every bike, and installation is a breeze. Helios adds a variety of smart features to your bike that improve the overall biking experience. These features include:

● Proximity Lighting - Allow your bike to sense your presence & automatically turn on your headlight when you're near, and off when you're not.

● Turn Signals - Left and right blinkers keep you safe & visible on the road.

● GPS Tracking - Track your bike via SMS from anywhere in the US. Receive the coordinates of your bike & a Google Maps link to its location within 30 seconds of tracking.

● Visual Speedometer - The rear facing LEDs change color according to how fast you ride, providing you with a visual speedometer so you never need to have your phone out.

● Turn-by-Turn Navigation - Find the fastest route to any destination by harnessing the power of the Google Maps API.The rear lights will indicate when a turn is approaching.

● Ambient Lighting - Set the color of the rear lights to any color you want.

All Helios Bars come equipped with a low-power GPS module that tracks your bike’s location from anywhere in the US. Simply slide in a pay-as-you-go SIM card and you’re ready to go. Send your bike a text message (SMS) when you want to retrieve its location, and you’ll receive an SMS reply containing a Google Maps link to its current location. The GPS modules have a reserve battery that lasts up to 15 days, so even if a thief manages to remove your batteries, you’ll still be able to track your bike.

The Helios iOS app allows you to connect Helios Bars to your smartphone via Bluetooth 4.0 Low-energy (BLE)(Currently supported on iPhone 4s and iPhone 5). This unlocks a plethora of smart features that enhance your biking experience.

● Proximity Lighting - By connecting to your smartphone, Helios Bars can determine how far you are from your bike and turn your headlight on/off accordingly. Walk up to your bike and your light turns on, walk away and your light turns off.

● Visual Speedometer - The speedometer function uses your phone’s GPS to determine your speed and change the color of the rear LEDs to reflect your speed. Imagine gauging your speed without having to read a display or pull out your phone!

● Ambient Lighting - Customize the color of your rear LEDs using the iOS app & give your bike an ambient glow. Maybe you want to match the color of your bike, or maybe you want to match your mood- the choice is yours!

TERA-Light: Themodynamic Fire Starting Device

Yoav Levytam — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:49:29 UTC

Imagine a survival fire lighting device that requires no spark, no chemicals and no batteries. It never runs out of fuel or requires re-charging...thats because TERA-Light ignites using the air we breathe and organic plant materials found in nature. If you are looking for a sure fire way to start a fire when all other methods have failed or are unavailable, then TERA-Light is perfect for you. Designed with the modern hiker, backpacker and survivalist in mind TERA-Light makes the impossible possible.

Constructed from machined 6061 aluminum and engineered to hold up under the harshest outdoor environments. The scientifically engineered and patent pending TERA-Light device utilizes the thermodynamic principle of adiabatic compression - air molecules release heat when rapidly compressed. With a single push of the hand, the TERA-light device causes instantaneous combustion by releasing a thermal discharge of several hundred degrees Fahrenheit - literally creating fire from air. Similar to the Diesel engine, heat generated by compressed air molecules is used to ignite tinder.

Features
● 100% made in the USA
● Never needs recharging
● Two fire starting methods
● Lifetime warranty

Trunk Posable Charging Cable for iPhone

Desire This — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:56:17 UTC

Trunk is a short, posable charging cable for your iPhone or iPod. Unlike the regular charging cables on the market, you can use Trunk as a stand for your device. Bend Trunk vertical to charge on the wall, bend it the other way and use GPS in the car, or straighten it out and put it in a pocket when you're on the move.

The cable has a USB connector on one end and a Lightning connector on the other.

JBL OnBeat Micro Speaker Dock with Lightning Connector

Yoav Levytam — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:08:00 UTC

If you’ve got an iPhone 5, you’ve got to get the JBL OnBeat Micro. With the new Lightning dock connector built in, the JBL OnBeat Micro lets you enjoy your music without wires or adapters, and even has a USB port for compatibility with other devices. Compact and portable, the JBL OnBeat Micro can bring the noise from ceiling to floor for up to 5 hours when it’s using batteries and allows you to charge your docked device when it’s using AC power. The JBL OnBeat Micro is good to go whenever the rhythm hits you.

Features
● Built-in Lightning docking connector
● JBL full-range transducers
● Digital signal processing
● Battery and AC power
● USB port
● 1/8-inch (3.5mm) stereo input
● Compact and portable design
● LED status indicator

Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad

Desire This — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:22:11 UTC

The Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad is the first iPad keyboard made specially for the classroom environment. Designed for hassle-free plug-and-play connectivity, the Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad has an integrated Lightning Connector or 30-pin Connector – depending on which model iPad you use.

“Schools are increasingly purchasing iPads for use in the classroom,” said Mike Culver, vice president and general manager of mobility at Logitech. “While tablets are enabling new ways of teaching and testing, there’s a challenge when a teacher needs to simultaneously pair multiple iPads with multiple wireless Bluetooth keyboards. We developed the Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad to specifically solve this problem, so students can now simply plug it in and start typing.”

With its durable, spill-resistant design and a key lifespan of more than five million strokes, the Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad brings Logitech’s expertise and experience in keyboards to the classroom. Its low-profile, full-size keys provide the familiar fluid feedback you’re used to when typing, while saving screen space to make reading and note taking easier. Familiar shortcut keys help you easily access iPad functions, such as copy and paste, Siri and App switching, and an integrated Home button ensures you can get back to the Home screen instantly and easily.

The Lightning version of the keyboard will be available in August 2013 and the 30-pin connector version will be available in October.

Sandwichbike: Build it Yourself Bike

Yoav Levytam — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:57:31 UTC

Would you have believed that two wooden panels could deliver the funkiest ride there is? Designer Basten Leijh did, and dubbed it the Sandwichbike. A Dutch Design original that was inspired by the concept of flat packing, home assembly and our never-ending drive to create exceptional products. Now it is time to share it with the world, so that you can get involved too.

Rethinking the cycle
To enable you to build it yourself, Basten Leijh had to rethink every aspect of the classic velocipede. He came up with a concept that is unlike anything out there. Instead of a welded frame, it is engineered as a ‘sandwich’ of two weather coated frames of layered plywood. Bonded together by ‘smart cylinders’, the frames and components become a rock-solid piece of technology that is both durable and extremely attractive.

Making a Sandwich… bike!
The Sandwichbike fits in a small, flat package, so they can send it to you by post. The fun will begin the moment the postman rings your doorbell. Everything you need is in the box including the tools, so you can start assembling right away. In total, there are less than 50 parts. If you can make a sandwich, you can surely build a Sandwichbike.

A truly unique ride
The thrill of building your own Sandwichbike is only matched by taking it for a spin. Whether you head downtown, cycle around the park or go cruising down the boulevard, you’ll feel the excitement of this smooth ride. Just remember, we can’t be held accountable for all the extra attention you’ll get.

Helly Hansen Alpha Jacket

Yoav Levytam — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:22:00 UTC

Helly Hansen Alpha Jacket is a mens athletic fitting jacket combining full 2-way stretch fabric, insulation and lining for ultimate dynamic stretch and movement. The Alpha Jacket is armed with a Mesh Flow System to keep you cool during activity and warm while resting. The Alpha Jacket also comes with Helly Tech PROFESSIONAL fabric for maximum protection and breathability during severe condititons and high activity.

Features
● Helly Tech PROFESSIONAL
● Fully seam sealed
● Two-way dynamic stretch
● 80g fully insulated
● Mesh Flow mechanical venting
● Waterproof and breathable fabric, min.20 000 mm / 20 000 g
● YKK zips
● Ski-pass pocket
● Internal pockets
● Multiple exterior pockets
● Detachable, adjustable hood
● Snap-away powder skirt
● Articulated arms and elbows
● RECCO reflector
● PrimaLoft Infinity
● Insulated 2-layer construction

Ultimate Ears UE BOOM Bluetooth Speaker

Desire This — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:10:28 UTC

UE BOOM from Ultimate Ears is the first stereo speaker to offer 360-degree sound in a battery-powered device. It features a 15-hour rechargeable battery and versatile go-anywhere shape wrapped in a specially developed acoustic skin that is both water and stain resistant so you can enjoy your music anywhere you go. It is also made for connecting with others. If more friends crash the party, you can wirelessly connect two UE BOOMs together through the free UE BOOM app to play them in either stereo-to-stereo mode or traditional left/right stereo mode.

“The digital age has changed how we listen to our favorite songs and interact with music,” said Rory Dooley, general manager of Ultimate Ears. “While online music services have made it easier to access your music, it's remained a challenge to have an anytime, anywhere listening experience that can be shared with others. UE BOOM solves that problem. Ultimate Ears strives to amplify the social experience of listening to music, bringing people together around the music they love. UE BOOM is designed to bring music out into the world, and that’s why we’re also supporting this introduction with a campaign to inspire young music fans to make music social.”

You can pair up to 8 Bluetooth enabled devices to the UE BOOM and connect up to 2 source devices at the same time. You can also play (stream) to 2 UE BOOMs from one source. The speaker even works with NFC enabled source devices. It's maximum sound level is 88dBA with a frequency range of 90Hz to 20kHz.

The speaker measures 6.5cm (2.6”) in diameter, 18 cm (7.1”) in height, and weighs 538g (19oz).

Denon MC2000 DJ Controller with Serato Intro

Yoav Levytam — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:30:17 UTC

DJ equipment can make or break a performance. There are many choices to consider when you lay down a mix on your first deck, first mixer or first controller and it’s easy to get lost amongst sub-standard gear or controllers designed only for at home in the bedroom.

Not only does the Denon DJ MC2000 DJ controller allow you to practice day-to-day at home like the others, but it breaks the mold and gives you the tools and performance features to gig effortlessly in front of screaming crowds – and begin your journey to DJ stardom.

Denon DJ’s revolutionary new MC2000 DJ controller combines a rich legacy of quality, reliability and top– notch professional features and implements them into a performance and creativity tool that is accessible to everyone. From the ‘plug and play’ link up with Serato DJ Intro to the intuitive layout and controls on the deck, now is your time to join the new generation of DJ Superstars.

The Denon MC2000 DJ controller is the very first controller specifically designed for Serato DJ Intro. A true plug and play experience, this controller offers the tightest integration possible with Serato DJ Intro and makes getting started easier than ever.

Features
● Additionally optimized for Traktor and Virtual DJ users
● 1 Aux Input for external analog device support
● USB Bus powered
● Solid Steel chassis construction, MAC, Windows XP/Vista/Win7, 8 Compatible

Garmin Fenix GPS Hiking Watch

Yoav Levytam — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:36:50 UTC

The Garmin fēnix is the first GPS navigator+ABC wristwatch to include Garmin GPS navigation. Designed for outdoor enthusiasts, it satisfies the lofty requirements of the serious adventurer. It’s very easy to use and packed with many of the same features found on our popular outdoor handheld GPS products. As a true GPS navigator, it can guide you off the trail and back to the safety of your vehicle, trailhead, campsite or home. All while conveniently strapped to your wrist.

You can create and follow routes, mark up to 1,000 waypoints, store up to 10,000 track points and easily navigate to them. Share data wirelessly with other compatible Garmin GPS units and smartphones. Naturally, as a navigating GPS+ABC watch, it also includes an altimeter, barometer, 3-axis electronic compass and temperature sensor. Rugged, stylish and waterproof to 50m (164 ft), it’s as comfortable in the cement, steel and glass jungle as it is escaping the beaten path to life’s greatest adventures.

Features
● Altimeter
● 3-axis electronic compass
● Barometer
● Temperature sensor
● Worldwide basemap
● Waterproof to 50 meters
● Share data wirelessly

Microsoft Unveils Xbox One

Yoav Levytam — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:44:34 UTC

Today at Microsoft headquarters in Redmond Washington, the company showcased how Xbox One puts you at the center of all your games, TV, movies, music, sports and Skype.

“Xbox One is designed to deliver a whole new generation of blockbuster games, television and entertainment in a powerful, all-in-one device,” said Don Mattrick, president, Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft. “Our unique, modern architecture brings simplicity to the living room and, for the first time ever, the ability to instantly switch across your games and entertainment.”

Introducing Xbox One
With Xbox One, games push the boundaries of realism, and TV obeys your commands.1 Say “Xbox On” to launch your personalized Xbox One Home screen, discover what is popular on TV or see friends’ latest gaming achievements all using the most natural interface — your voice. The more you interact with Xbox One, the more it gets to know you and learns what you like. Some of the breakthrough Xbox One features that put you at the center of your living room entertainment include the following:

● TV on Xbox One Navigate and watch live TV from your cable, telco or satellite set-top box through your Xbox One. Microsoft is committed to bringing live TV through various solutions to all the markets where Xbox One will be available.3

● Home Turn on your entertainment system with two powerful words, “Xbox On,” and a custom-tailored Home dashboard welcomes you with your favorite games, TV and entertainment.

● Snap Do two things at once on the biggest screen in your home. Use Snap to jump into a multiplayer battle while watching your favorite movie, talk with friends on Skype while watching live TV, or track your fantasy team on TV as you watch the big game and more.

● Skype for Xbox One Specially designed for Xbox One, talk with friends on your TV in stunning HD, or for the first time ever, hold group Skype calls on your TV.

● Trending Stay on top of what is hot on TV by discovering the entertainment that is popular among your friends, and see what is trending within the Xbox community.

● OneGuide Find your favorite entertainment easily, searching by network, name or time, all with the sound of your voice and presented in a tailored program guide.

To create the most advanced Xbox system ever designed for games, TV and entertainment, Microsoft created a state-of-the-art gaming operating system and fused it with an equally amazing entertainment platform, so you will not have to switch inputs to watch TV or play a game. An eight-core, x86 processor and more than 5 billion transistors helps make lag and load times a thing of the past, so you can instantly jump between a game and your entertainment at lightning speed or run a host of apps right alongside your game with no loss in performance.

Xbox One was designed from the ground up to be the centerpiece of every living room with modern hardware, and it features the all-new Kinect, the new Xbox One Wireless Controller, a 500GB hard drive,3 an eight-core, x86 processor, wireless networking connectivity, HDMI, three super-speed USB 3.0 ports, and a high-speed Blu-ray disc player. Features include the following:

● Xbox One console Designed with the 21st century living room in mind, the Xbox One console features a premium design with a gloss black finish, horizontal orientation and a slot-loading Blu-ray disc player.

● Updated wireless controller Enhanced with more than 40 technical and design innovations, the new impulse triggers offer precise haptic fingertip feedback and a newly engineered D-pad delivers greater responsiveness and control. An infrared LED on the front of the controller allows Kinect to automatically recognize you, making it easier to pick up and play.

● Redesigned Kinect It includes a 1080p, HD camera that captures video at 30 frames per second. All-new, active-infrared capabilities increase precision, allowing it to work in nearly any lighting condition and expanding field of view to accommodate a greater variety of room sizes. Microsoft proprietary Time-of-Flight technology measures the time it takes individual photons to rebound off you to create unprecedented accuracy and precision. The new noise-isolating multimicrophone array filters ambient sounds to recognize natural speaking voices even in crowded rooms.

Xbox One is built to amplify an all-new generation of Xbox Live that is more powerful, more personal and more intelligent. Unleashing the virtually unlimited power of the cloud makes everything more convenient and accessible, from allowing games to be installed in segments so that gameplay can start quickly to updates downloading in the background. Save and store your personalized profile, games and entertainment in the cloud to access them anytime, from any Xbox One console. In addition, existing Xbox Live Gold Membership for Xbox 360 will seamlessly carry over to Xbox One.

WakaWaka Solar Lamp

Yoav Levytam — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:55:29 UTC

The cool, personal solar lamp designed to survive the extremes of Africa. The patented innovative solar power management technology provides for superior charging capabilities results in no less than 16 hours reading light on less than a full day of sunlight. In suboptimal conditions WakaWaka performs up to 200% better than any other solar lamp. WakaWaka ensures you will always have light. Perfect for hiking, disaster preparation, camping, or in-home reading light. No need to connect to USB port or plug into wall. Solar replenished, long lasting rechargeable batteries are included. Simply allow access to light, and the patented technology will deliver powerful LED lighting, anywhere for years.

Features
● Solar lamp provides 16 hours of bright, reading light on a full charge
● Patented technology ensures 2:1 use time vs. charge time
● 5 different light modes, including SOS beacon; weighs only 7 ounces
● Water-resistant construction; WakaWaka has a Rechargeable 800 mAh NiMh battery (included)
● Measures 4.8 by 4 by 0.8 inches

Sewell Gigaglider USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

Yoav Levytam — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:53:59 UTC

Tired of slow internet speeds on your slick ultrabook? Time to add a Gigaglider for gigabit ethernet connectivity through your Superspeed USB 3.0 port. The Gigaglider easily adds Gigabit Ethernet to your USB 3.0 enabled notebook or desktop computer. This small and compact adapter connects to a USB 3 port on your computer and provides an RJ-45 port for connection to the internet or local area network for sharing and accessing files at data transfer rates of up to 1 Gbps.

The Gigaglider combines a sleek design with refined performance enabling you to meet all of your networking needs. The plug and play functionality of the Gigaglider makes it a must have for travel and business. It is ideal for hotel rooms or conference rooms with a wired internet connection. Set up is easy. After a one-time driver installation, simply connect an ethernet cable to your Sewell Gigaglider and then plug into the USB 3 port of your MacBook Air, MacBook Pro with Retina display, ultrabook, or any other computer with a USB port. Now you're connected to the network or the internet and can enjoy blazing speeds! Perfect for business or travel where Wi-Fi is limited such as hotels or conference rooms. This compact adapter is ready to go when you are.

Features
● Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps
● Compatible with USB 3/ USB 2.0/ USB 1.1 specifications
● Supports Wake-on-Lan

Eames Molded Plastic Chairs Return in a New, More Sustainable Fiberglass

Yoav Levytam — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:55:11 UTC

The Eames Molded Plastic Chair, created by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, is perhaps the epitome of the celebrated couple’s design process—a philosophy characterized by a journey of exploration, evolution, insight and delight. True to this spirit, the Herman Miller Collection, in collaboration with the Eames Office, is reintroducing the Eames Molded Plastic Arm and Side Chair in fiberglass, utilizing a new, more environmentally sensitive material chemistry and manufacturing process. The result is the Eames Molded Fiberglass Chair.

The chair’s now familiar form was already a result of continued refinement when it was first introduced by Herman Miller in 1950 as the first mass-produced plastic chair. The iconic design continued to evolve throughout the years with new colors, height options, base variations, and the application of upholstery. But by the late 1980s it had become evident that the fiberglass reinforced plastic shells, the original “plastic” material, were detrimental to the environment, in both their manufacturing process and at the end of a chair’s useful service. The material chemistry and the inability to recycle the fiberglass led Herman Miller, in consultation with then-widowed Ray Eames, to eventually discontinue its production in 1989. Herman Miller continued to explore alternative materials and began offering a recyclable polypropylene version, reintroducing the Molded Plastic chairs in 2000.

Today, through the development of a more sustainable fiberglass material chemistry, and with a new manufacturing process first developed in the automotive industry to eliminate volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) in production, Herman Miller is able to once again offer a design icon in the lightly textured surface of fiberglass, while honoring its commitment to environmental sustainability. Herman Miller has also reformulated the color pigments to faithfully reproduce vintage color options while meeting the company’s own demanding Design for the Environment standards.

These achievements came after years of exploration and investment. The fiberglass is now formed and processed using a woven, “dry binder” method instead of the traditional “wet” process, eliminating wet glue adhesives and instead relying on a heat-activated, dry polyester. This has also eliminated the need for thermal oxidizers and other environmental control equipment in the production process. Combined with a new “monomer-free” resin, the production process for the new fiberglass chairs is emission-free and creates a safer environment for the workers handling it, as well as a greener, recyclable shell at the end of the chair’s useful life.

Rounding out this eco-focused effort is the development of Herman Miller’s new “Take Back” program, which will allow both the new fiberglass side and armchair to be recycled at the end of their useful life. The company is initially developing a national network, with the support of its distribution partners in the U.S., to serve as the point of return, with the intent to create additional networks in other regions based on the learning from this first program.

The nine new vintage colors of the Eames Molded Fiberglass Arm and Side Chair can be combined with the choice of wire, dowel leg, four leg, stacking or rocking bases. These new fiberglass options will be available for consumer and commercial order in the summer of 2013.

EcoBoomer iGO: Self Balancing Electric Unicycle

Yoav Levytam — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:09:22 UTC

The EcoBoomer iGO is a self-balancing electric unicycle that has unicycle enthusiasts flooding blogs and social media outlets about this mind-blowing new electric human transporter and racing to be the first to ride one. Now, you don’t have to be skilled or balanced enough to ride a unicycle, because the EcoBoomer iGO does all the work for you.

This sleek addition to the EcoBoomer line of electric human transporters is eco-cool at its best…modern Italian design, classic color options, and comfort, all in one. Not to mention, EcoBoomer iGo tops out at a fast 13MPH, so you can commute, ride about campus, or take in a day of sightseeing, with a range of 19 miles. The lithium ion battery included with the EcoBoomer iGO charges up in no time.

With zero emissions and an MPG rating over 400, you can contribute to saving the environment, AND save those time-wasting trips to the gas station! This personal electric human transporter has a quiet motor for ease of use in the city, suburban, or rural areas. The eco-friendly EcoBoomer iGO saves on average 11,000 pounds of pollutants every year, which is that of the average car.

Specifications
● Max Speed: 21km/h or 13mph
● Max Range: 30km or 19 miles
● Charge Time: 3 hours
● Net Weight: 26kg or 57lbs
● Max Load: 115kg or 250lbs
● Motor Power: 500W
● Battery LiFePO4 (lithium-ion) 48V8Ah
● Custom International Charger – 2A charger 100-240 VAC

Size
● Height 60cm or 24cm
● Width: (pedals unfolded) 30cm or 12in
● Width: (pedals folded) 40cm or 16in

Musical Fidelity EB-50 earbuds

Yoav Levytam — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:10:07 UTC

Choosing a headphone is a very personal experience. Unlike conventional audio products, the user is locked into their own world and is able to lose themselves in the music whilst being completely isolated from the world outside.
When designing their first headphone, great care was taken by Musical Fidelity to ensure they created a product that would define their legendary innovation, finish and performance. To achieve this, they had to go back to the drawing board and create a product from the ground up, utilising new technology along the way.

Crucial to the design of the EB-50 is its ruler-flat frequency response, excellent dynamic range and a deep, clear and fast bass. Ultimately, no matter what music is played through them, EB-50 will faithfully reproduce music as the artist intended, with a dynamic and inertia-free performance.

As unique looking as they sound, only the finest materials available have been used to give the EB-50 the legendary Musical Fidelity fit and finish. The use of military-grade aluminium for the outer casing, for example, offers a strong yet anti-resonance body that is the ideal mounting for the capsule.

Musical Fidelity thinks that they have re-set the mark by which IEM (in-ear monitors) will be judged. Not only will you be delighted with the performance, but you will have a pair of headphones you can use day in and day out, no matter what the music.

Features
● Military-grade aluminum outer casing
● Neodymium magnets encased in a multi-layer, anti-resonant material
● In-line mic/mute control for smartphones
● Gold-platted 3.5mm right-angled stereo mini jack plug
● Seven pairs of ear tips are included plus fittings for a tighter fit

Lenovo Erazer X700 Gaming PC

Yoav Levytam — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:23:54 UTC

The Lenovo Erazer X700 with its eye-catching diamond-cut and cold blue lighting design caters to enthusiastlevel gamers and those who run intensive multimedia applications. The desktop comes with Lenovo's exclusive Onekey Overclocking feature that allows users to unleash extreme processor performance, ie, "overclock," at the click of a button while simultaneously preventing the PC from overheating thanks to its liquid cooling system.

Many similar gaming PCs require users to adjust the setting in the BIOS. Because the Erazer X700 leverages AMD Eyefinity technology, users can connect up to six monitors to enjoy a panoramic screen display and add up to 4 TB of storage without tools while the PC is still running. The desktop also comes with 32GB of memory, dual graphics support (NVIDIA GeForce or ATI CrossFireX1, up to dual AMD Radeon HD and the latest Intel Core family of processors.

Features
● Up to 3rd generation Intel Core i7 Extreme processor
● Up to Windows 8 Pro
● Up to 4TB HDD or 256GB SSD storage
● Up to 8GB DDR3 memory

Bang & Olufsen Beolab 14 Sound System

Yoav Levytam — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:54:34 UTC

Bang & Olufsen, a global provider of high-end custom made audio and video products, has announced the launch of a cutting-edge, surround sound speaker system that presents an entirely new category of speakers to the Bang & Olufsen product portfolio. The BeoLab 14 surround speaker system will revolutionize the marketplace as it is a conveniently packaged, all-inclusive solution that delivers compact aesthetics, exceptional sound quality and a high-end surround sound performance. BeoLab 14 is available in a 4.1 or a 5.1 digital surround sound set up, with up to six individual active speakers, each with its own amplifier, resulting in an unprecedented level of sound quality despite the speakers' compact shape. BeoLab 14 can also be used with all other television brands, so it is non- exclusive to just Bang & Olufsen televisions.

"With its competitive price point, convenient set up, multiple placement options, hallmark design, and robust sound performance, we believe BeoLab 14 will resonate with many music lovers and style seekers who may not yet own a pair of world renowned Bang & Olufsen speakers," states Zean Nielsen, President of Bang & Olufsen America, Inc. "With the introduction of BeoLab 14, it's never been easier for customers to enjoy home cinema without compromising ones interior décor."

BeoLab 14 builds on Bang & Olufsen acoustic engineers' on-going achievements in packing stunning performance into surprisingly small volumes. The satellite speakers are diminutive circles of anodized aluminum with exchangeable fabric covers in a selection of colors, (white, black, silver, dark grey, red and petroleum blue) and integrate easily into even the most stringent interior design schemes. The sculptural subwoofer contains separate amplifiers for all speakers in the system, and delivers bone-bouncing bass from a beguilingly slender footprint. BeoLab 14 comes in a full array of placement options that includes wall and ceiling mounts as well as floor and shelf stands, BeoLab 14 is ready to fit in visually as it stands out acoustically.

The Brompton Toolkit

Yoav Levytam — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:44:44 UTC

The Brompton Toolkit contains everything you need to fix a puncture and make running repairs and adjustments to a Brompton bike on the road; it fits inside the front frame tube in a neat, sealed package.

The kit includes:
A ring spanner – making light work of removing wheel nuts
Innovative interlocking tyre levers (patent pending) – making tyre removal easy and intuitive
A reversible ratchet wrench drive and four double-ended tool bits – perfect for working in confined spaces
Self-adhesive patches – to repair punctured inner tubes
Two sizes of spanner incorporated into the tyre levers – ideal for adjusting mudguards and quick-releases

The whole ensemble fits into a case that slots neatly inside the front frame, held in place by magnets and a moulded rubber grip. Hidden out of the way of dirt, it is always to hand, ready to use.

Belkin WeMo Light Switch

Yoav Levytam — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:34:51 UTC

Building on the success of its WeMo launch in 2012, Belkin announced two new developments to the WeMo brand of simple, ingenious home control products, the WeMo Light Switch and Android compatibility.

The WeMo Light Switch replaces an existing light switch and connects into your home's existing electrical wiring. Once in place, you can turn a full bank of lights on and off from anywhere, put them on a schedule, or use other WeMo or online triggers to control them through a smartphone or tablet. The WeMo Light Switch is controlled via the same free WeMo app as the WeMo Switch and Motion, conveniently keeping track of all of your WeMo-enabled devices from one app.

Features
● Controls your homes wired lights from your iOS device
● Works with any Wi-Fi router and any Apple iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad with iOS v5 or higher
● Will be compatible with Android 4.0 or higher shortly after launch
● Operates over Wi-Fi and mobile internet, at home and away
● Works with the free WeMo app

ProScope Micro Mobile: Professional Microscope for iPhone and the iPad

Yoav Levytam — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:08:09 UTC

Bodelin Technologies claims it has released the first professional microscope attachment for the iPhone and iPad. Aimed at science students, crime scene investigators, dermatologists and more, The ProScope Micro Mobile has seen a demand that is unprecedented in the company's 10 years of manufacturing hand held microscopes.

"It's been the biggest hit we've ever had with a product out of the gate," said Clay Baker, Bodelin general manager. "We're having a hard time keeping up with orders, which is a good problem to have."

Bodelin's microscope is equipped with a ring of 12 LED lights to illuminate objects, as well as an 80 power magnification. It works through the camera app of an iPhone, iPad, iPad mini or iPod Touch, bringing a similar interface for users.

The company hopes to target schools with their microscope, combined with the iPad that Apple has already sold to many institutions. In addition to schools, Bodelin hopes that dermatologists could use the device to monitor certain conditions, or manufacturers could improve their quality control.

ProScopes have long been a staple on television, including the CSI franchise because of its actual use in thousands of law enforcement agencies worldwide. ProScopes have also been featured on Oprah, Regis and Kelly, Antiques Road Show and many feature films. ProScopes are also the most widely used digital microscopes in science education, medical and manufacturing quality control throughout the world.

"We've got a lot more to do with this device," Clay Baker said.

Features
● 20X to 80X magnification via Edmund pro level glass optics.
● Adjustable LEDs powered by an onboard Lithium Ion battery for 5 hours of continuous use.
● USB charging cable to recharge to full capacity in 2 hours.
● Built in desktop stand for hands free use.
● Made with impact resistant nylon and ABS for years of field operation.

TomTom Runner and TomTom Multi-Sport GPS Watches

Yoav Levytam — Sun, 19 May 2013 16:05:31 UTC

TomTom has released a new range of GPS watches to deliver at-a-glance performance information for runners, cyclists and swimmers. The new, ultra-slim TomTom Runner and TomTom Multi-Sport GPS sport watches feature an extra-large display, full-screen graphical training tools and the industry's first one-button control to make it easier for users to access the information needed to stay motivated and achieve their goals.

"We know that most GPS watches on the market are too bulky and complicated to use while training" said Corinne Vigreux, managing director, TomTom Consumer. "Just as we developed easy-to-use navigation products that changed the way that people move from A to B, we have developed a range of ultra-slim GPS sport watches that are far more comfortable to wear and far easier to use. Runners and multi-sport athletes can now view their performance information at-a-glance, making it easier to achieve their fitness goals."

The new TomTom watches feature an extra-large, high-resolution and high-contrast display that makes it easy for runners and multi-sport enthusiasts to quickly see their distance, time and pace while they workout even in bright sunshine. They both feature TomTom's Graphical Training Partner. Easy-to-read full-screen graphics help users get the most out of their workouts. They can view their real-time performance at-a-glance with three graphical training modes:

Race: Race against a personal best or most recent run. Quickly track performance with real-time graphics, to continue to improve run-after-run.

Goal: Set a distance, time or calorie goal and see progress toward that goal with simple, full-screen graphics and alerts.

Zone: Set a target for pace or heart-rate (with optional heart-rate monitor) and track progress in a simple full-screen graph throughout a workout.

The new TomTom range includes an intuitive One-Button Control that enables users to easily navigate up-down-left-right through menus to access key stats and watch features. Unlike the majority of existing GPS watches on the market that feature multiple small and hard-to-operate buttons, the one-button control is easy to operate while moving and can be easily controlled in all weather conditions and while wearing gloves.

In addition to their ability to deliver at-a-glance performance information, the TomTom Runner and TomTom Multi-Sport include advanced features that are designed to address the needs of runners and multi-sport enthusiasts alike:

Ultra-Slim Design: At just 11.5mm, the slim design of the watch module, comfortably fits men and women, and all wrist sizes

Indoor Tracker: Accurately track indoor runs using built-in sensors to count strides, so that users can monitor pace and distance even while running on a treadmill.

QuickGPSFix: Get started faster by using the latest in GPS and GLONASS satellite technology to quickly find their precise location.

Multi-Platform compatibility: Sync, analyse and share stats on popular running sites and community platforms, including the TomTom MySports website, MapMyFitness, RunKeeper, TrainingPeaks and MyFitnessPal

Super-Tough Display: Scratch- and impact-resistant glass stays easy-to-read, workout after workout.

Weather- and Waterproof: Waterproof up to 50 meters/5ATM

Long-lasting battery: Up to 10-hour battery life (GPS Mode)

Bluetooth Smart: Connect to sensors using the latest wireless technology

Heart Rate monitor: Use the Bluetooth Smart Heart Rate Monitor to track training zone for weight control, performance or speed.

TomTom Multi-Sport includes all the features included in TomTom Runner, and also allows multi-sport athletes to track their distance, time, speed and other key metrics when they cycle or swim. The TomTom Multi-Sport is also enhanced with the following features and options:

Dedicated Bike Mount: Easily see key stats at a glance with the specially-designed bike mount

Cadence Sensor: Track cadence, speed and distance, indoors and out.

Built-in Altimeter: Accurately track elevation, ascent, descent and grade with the built-in barometric altimeter

Swimming Motion Sensor: Check detailed swim metrics such as laps, strokes, time and speed, and calculate a SWOLF score to show swim efficiency.