Cool Hunting
| 11 January 2006view entries from: this week | this month | view previous day | view next day |
Introducing Mike Reger
by Josh Rubin
As you may have noticed, we have a new CH contributor focused on music. Mike Reger is a graphic designer and DJ who is constantly seeking the perfect beat. He even records his own creations from time to time. His full bio and links to his recent posts can be found here. Welcome, Mike!
Jabra JX-10
by Josh Rubin
Though it was announced about 9 months ago, I only got my hands on the new Jabra JX-10 Bluetooth headset last week and have been using it non-stop ever since. The Jacob Jensen-designed wonder is light, comfortable and great looking. I almost want a second one for my other ear just to emphasize the point that it's as much jewelry as it is a gadget. But it's not just attractive—it works perfectly. Digital Signal Processing filters out noise so your caller hears you clearly and is also used to automatically adjust the speaker volume to suit your surroundings. The shape of the device also has functional purpose—the call accept and end button is located in the concave area for easy targeting.
Box Mag Issue 2
by Josh Rubin
The second issue of the mindful porn, Box Magazine is out and hotter than the first. Among the 115 pages of tasteful yet tantalizing photos and stories is a sexy sneaker spread titled Hoop Shots by our friend Ryan. This one is another downloadable pdf, but as their popularity swells I think we can expect a print version soon.
Previously on CH: Box Mag
Nurseryworks Platform Crib
by Evan Orensten
Nurseryworks makes all kinds of stylin' gear for babies with great taste. One of our favorites is this Platform crib, which comes in several hip colors. You can select the style of the slats, the type of wood, and even convert it to a bed when the time comes. Their sheets and furniture are equally impressive.
The crib is around $900 depending on materials and retailers. Find local/online retailers here.
Nicholas Feltron Annual Report
by Josh Rubin
Nicholas Feltron is a talented designer who created a personal annual report to reflect on his 2005. Whether he's prolific or has a lot of time on his hands (or both, according to the first slide), he's created a fun visualization packed with information about travel, food, music, photography and more.
ITP Winter Show 2
by Josh Rubin
Also from the Interactive Telecommunications Program Winter Show, this is a closer look at Artist and Inventor Tristan Perish and his latest musical creations. Highlights include his wooden synthesizer and Linear Crossed. Also John Schimmel explains Ramps, a project that uses the inherent skills of the handicap for entertaining and educational applications.
Cool Hunting Video - ITP Winter Show 2
by Josh Rubin
Free Music from Bleep
by Mike Reger
Bleep has released a free MP3 EP to toast the new year for all registered users: Bleep Oh Six.
It's a truly eclectic selection, as one might expect from Bleep, covering everything from cheeky roller-rink electro funk (Jimmy Edgar's "My Beats" and National Trust's "It's Just Cruel"), to surgically doctored indie-rock (Battles' "IPT2"), to acid techno shenanigans (Kero's "untitled (On Acid Again") and even a little acoustic folk (Mara Carlyle's "He Makes My Day"). I love the spacey melody and superb drum programming of the Wisp track "Congratulations." Gotta love Bleep for staying unpredictable.
