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$140K Muon speakers by Ross Lovegrove for KEF

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:38:52 GMT

If you thought that the $54k speakers I blogged about last week were too expensive, you' d like to hear about this new release:
Muon by Ross Lovegrove for KEF limited edition masterpiece is tagged at $140,000 for a pair. These curvilinear speakers stand about seven foot high and are created by using super-formed aluminum.
The shell is 6mm thick and heavily damped to prevent sound-d... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Panasonic's 150-inch plasma tv

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 22:11:27 GMT

How big is too big? I don't know, but 150-inch plasma sounds to me big enough.
The 138 x 79 inches monster was revealed at the CES this week, and doesn't even look like a TV set anymore.
Don't run ordering yet, this baby won't be out until 2009, and again there is no word on pricing yet... ... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

$54K Giya Speakers by Vivid Audio

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 01:05:36 GMT

Rock your way into the much awaited 2008 with these new gorgeous set of speakers from Vivid Audio that will be unveiled at the forthcoming CES 2008. Tagged at a luxurious sum of $54,000 it is bound to woo all the deep pocketed audiophiles. From the custom drivers to the supercar-derived cabinet construction, the Giya builds off designer Laurence Dickie's work at B woofers with mechanically cou... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

MagWear - Handyman's Helper Magnetic Wristband

Sun, 23 Dec 2007 16:38:18 GMT

It's maybe too late to get your Christmas gift for a handyman in your family, but this one was too cool not to post. I know I would be happy to get one. $19.95 only!

If you’re tired of holding nails in your mouth and waste entirely too much energy climbing up and down ladders to retrieve fallen screws...then Handyman’s Helper is for you. The ridiculously strong magnet in this “magwear” holds on... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Queen's Christmas message goes on YouTube

Sun, 23 Dec 2007 16:27:53 GMT

It's a big day for YouTube! Britain royalty has officially recognized YouTube as a royal communication channel. Queen's Christmas message will go live on YouTube at 3pm on Christmas Day. The new royal link - http://youtube.com/theroyalchannel - went live today and will serve for the Queen in the future to add new clips. I wonder if she is gonna beat Lonelygirl15 ;)... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Christmas gadgets: Viore Portable HDTV Tuner

Sun, 09 Dec 2007 16:35:22 GMT

Watch HDTV on your laptop computer and enjoy regular analog TV channels, as well as digital over-the-air broadcasts on your computer monitor. It receives both NTSC and ATSC channels, including HDTV programs in formats up to 1080i with this HD antenna.

Key Features:

* Full-screen display in either 4:3 or 16:9 formats>
* Supports VGA accelerator
* On-screen display of mode and ch... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Windows Vista makes it to Cnet Top 10 terrible tech products list

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 17:06:19 GMT

For those of you using Vista probably no explanation needed -

Its incompatibility with hardware, its obsessive requirement of human interaction to clear security dialogue box warnings and its abusive use of hated DRM, not to mention its general pointlessness as an upgrade, are just some examples of why this expensive operating system earns the final place in Cnet terrible tech list.

People ... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

USB dancer

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 16:33:23 GMT

This flirtatious, gyrating, portable, 8-inch, bikini-clad blonde pole dancer brings a smile and some festive cheer to both the home and office with her cheeky dance routine. She's lit up as though she was in a proper club. Apparently. You can even plug her into your PC audio outlet and she'll dance to your own MP3s and other downloads.

So whether you just want to raise a smile and a giggle in t... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Sharp's new AQUOS desktops with built-in TV

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 20:21:14 GMT

Sharp releases its TV / Recorder in collaboration with the "Internet AQUOS" new model , expected some time in late November, no word on pricing yet. Check out this TV/PC hybrid specs:

# 500 GB recording unit built a top model "PC-AX120V", 250GB recording unit built MHD model "PC-AX80V"
# The main colors are white / black / red
# Windows R Vista Home Premium
# Intel R Core ? 2 Duo process... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Wooden computer accessories

Sat, 03 Nov 2007 21:27:12 GMT

This real Wood Keyboard and Optical Mouse Set is promised to bring a touch of class to your computer just for $19.99!! Considering wooden gadgets are your thing of course.

Features/Specifications:

* USB Wood Keyboard and Optical Mouse Set

* Keyboard Features:
* Stylish wood design
* Wood colored keys with black lettering
* USB interface
* 104-keys

* Mou... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

MOTORAZR2 V8 Luxury Edition is real gold

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 19:46:27 GMT

If you are into gold shiny gadgets that scream money you should try the new MOTORAZR2 V8 Luxury Edition - which I have to admit looks stunning. With lavish 18k gold plated accents, engraved details and a black snakeskin pattern, this exclusive edition RAZR? is sharper than ever.

With 2GB of memory, the RAZR2 Luxury Edition packs an incredible amount of music, pictures and video inside a design ... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Samsung Adidas Phone is out!!

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 04:12:08 GMT

Adidas fans - meet your new exercise companion - Samsung Adidas F110 Sport phone. The name is big, but the specs are weak (sorry for the rhyme) You can't win the world today with 2.5G slider , a 2-inch QVGA screen, 2-megapixel camera, FM radio and MP3 player. There are few pretty cool ‘Sport’ functions that makes the phone sort of unique - a heartbeat monitor, pedometer and a few other dedicated s... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Your iPhone is TOXIC!

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 15:43:20 GMT

Apple might be in a serious trouble these days. Their most talked about cell phone - the iPhone - did not pass the Greenpeace test for chemicals and might be potentially hazardous!!

"The Greenpeace tests revealed chemicals that included "phthalates" in the vinyl plastic earphone wiring at levels that are prohibited in young children's toys in San Francisco and the European Union (EU)."

"The... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

MP3 Cross: for true believers only!

Sun, 14 Oct 2007 20:55:28 GMT

Forget about your ipod, if you are a true believer, you might want to switch to one of these Cross MP3 players to express your true self. Be the coolest kid in your church.

"MP3 Player in the shape of a cross with 4GB of internal flash memory and a 2 color LCD Display for easy GUI navigation. It also features a good quality built in speaker, multi language menu, FM Radio, built in MIC, and sev... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

iPolo makes iPods fashionable

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 04:03:08 GMT

This Italian company found a cool way to incorporate your favorite gadget into your favorite clothing - a polo shirt. Thanks to the smart design you are able to access the display even when iPod is actually sewn inside the pocket. There are few different shirts you can choose from, as well as few colors for the iPocket. They tell you can jump and run in it without ever loosing your ipod!... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Teleglass T4-N wearable monitor

Sun, 07 Oct 2007 03:49:24 GMT

This stylish looking pair of glasses is smarter that you might think - it hides a wearable monitor behind the titanium frames! Teleglass T4-N connects to any NTSC-capable video player (including iPods) and delivers images directly to the eye via a pair of tiny monitors tucked away behind the lenses. The 640 x 480 screen resolution at close proximity simulates the effect of watching a 45-inch scre... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Microsoft's new Zunes!

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 16:21:07 GMT

Move over iPods, the new line of Zunes is here! Zune 80, with 80GB of storage, $250 price tag, 3.2-inches screen, a new, redesigned interface, MPEG-4 video codec,
video sync from your Media Center PC, WiFi sync to host computer (Includes moving over music, movies, photos, podcasts, etc.) - Apple got some tough competition from Microsoft here!

Additional models are Zune 8 and Zune 4 are the n... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Run Athletics Legacy x Nintendo Kicks

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 03:30:08 GMT

Here is a fun collaboration between Run Athletics and Nintendo - Run Athletics Legacy x Nintendo Kicks.

The sneaker features the Nintendo logo on the back heel and Nintendo characters (Yoshi, Mario) on the inner soles as well as on the outer sole. The upper is entirely made of a pattern made up of characters that you find in the Mario game of Nintendo. On the tongue there is a big "M" for Mario... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

A programmer Balances Knifes on "Russia's Got Talent" Show

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:17:26 GMT

I had no idea Russians had they own "America's got talent" show, not like they don't have talent, as you can see. I found this clip on YouTube and it seems to get some viral attention online now. Pretty impressive tricks, considering this guy is a programmer. Forward the video to 1min to watch the tricks.... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Tiny Table Games

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:45:22 GMT

Imagine you could play your table foosball game everywhere you go! These miniature games do just that - shrunken down to palm size, they can be taken anywhere. Play hockey, foosball or air hockey wherever you go. There are even fold-away legs to make them easier to carry around. Their total length is approximately 12cm~17cm. Check out the air hockey game, where you turn on a switch and a battery-o... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Great USB drive concept

Sun, 23 Sep 2007 16:18:46 GMT

"Memory Infinite has a USB male connector at one end and a female connector at the other, providing an “add up” concept for USB finger discs. By connecting one Memory Infinite with another to, you can grow the space you need. The user can choose to combine or separate Memory Infinites to share files and if you build a chain long enough, you can wear it. When plugged into a computer, the daisy chai... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Play it loud!

Sat, 22 Sep 2007 19:18:27 GMT

Speakers today are not only designed to play your favorite tunes, they come in different shapes and styles to match your space. I've been searching for nice looking speakers for a while, to find something powerful enough to play at parties and sleek enough to fit in my space visually. I have to tell it's hard to find something that looks good and sounds good. I ended up getting nice set from Bose,... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

Space travel in style

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 21:25:07 GMT

Space travel is not a matter of the future anymore, space ships are beaing built by several companies already and here is the latest one. As you can see simple contemporary design dominates here with the emphasize on functionality but also fun. Start saving your money, you got about 5 years left till commercial flights to space will start (2012) and the average ticket will cost you about quoter of... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]

How would it be to live in a city with NO advertising?

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 16:44:53 GMT

Imagine no posters, no billboards, not even flyers. Last year san Paulo's mayor passed a law that called "Clean city" and decided to strip the city of all advertising. as crazy as it sounds these days, it's been currently enforced and the city is cleaning up slowly. The residents are saying that they start to discover the real architecture of the city that was covered with billboards before. They ... [Original Post on MyItThings.com]