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Andrea: Naturally Purified Air Filter
(14 September 2009) - Andrea, a natural air purification system, looks like a futuristic prop in Steven Spielberg's A.I., not something you'll soon be able to purchase online for the cost of an iPod Touch. Created by industrial designer Mathieu Lehanneur and Harvard professor David Edwards in 2007, Andrea was one of several concepts by the designer to be featured in MoMA's critically-acclaimed exhibition, Design and the Elastic...
(14 September 2009) - Andrea, a natural air purification system, looks like a futuristic prop in Steven Spielberg's A.I., not something you'll soon be able to purchase online for the cost of an iPod Touch. Created by industrial designer Mathieu Lehanneur and Harvard professor David Edwards in 2007, Andrea was one of several concepts by the designer to be featured in MoMA's critically-acclaimed exhibition, Design and the Elastic...
Dynomighty Magnetic Desk Dots
(23 July 2009) - Highly functional and dead simple, Dynomighty Design's Desk Dots made us instant fans on our recent visit to their Manhattan studio. An indispensable desk-side companion, the powerful ceramic magnets can hold business cards, post pictures, build little wobbly structures (a surprisingly and incredibly addicting pastime) or stand in as modern-day Buddhist meditation beads. And no matter how much you use them, Dynomighty guarantees they...
(23 July 2009) - Highly functional and dead simple, Dynomighty Design's Desk Dots made us instant fans on our recent visit to their Manhattan studio. An indispensable desk-side companion, the powerful ceramic magnets can hold business cards, post pictures, build little wobbly structures (a surprisingly and incredibly addicting pastime) or stand in as modern-day Buddhist meditation beads. And no matter how much you use them, Dynomighty guarantees they...
Sigma DP2 Digital Camera
(16 July 2009) - For those who want the quality of a DSLR in the size of a point-and-shoot, the Sigma DP2 recently emerged as a powerful new competitor on the scene. While small digital cameras have made it easier to perfectly capture moments through rapid fire shooting and seemingly infinite capacity, their inferior lens speed and sensor size often result in fuzzy or blurry images. Focused on...
(16 July 2009) - For those who want the quality of a DSLR in the size of a point-and-shoot, the Sigma DP2 recently emerged as a powerful new competitor on the scene. While small digital cameras have made it easier to perfectly capture moments through rapid fire shooting and seemingly infinite capacity, their inferior lens speed and sensor size often result in fuzzy or blurry images. Focused on...
Eris Planetary Sphere Watch
(07 July 2009) - Designed by students from l’Ecole d’Arts Appliqués Genèva, the Eris spherical watch from Pierre Junod is an homage to the solar system's dwarf planet of the same name. The Swiss watch—with its white hour hand, orange minute hand and laser engraved figures— both functions as a timekeeper and as an attractive accessory for any desk or person. In fact, the watch comes with a...
(07 July 2009) - Designed by students from l’Ecole d’Arts Appliqués Genèva, the Eris spherical watch from Pierre Junod is an homage to the solar system's dwarf planet of the same name. The Swiss watch—with its white hour hand, orange minute hand and laser engraved figures— both functions as a timekeeper and as an attractive accessory for any desk or person. In fact, the watch comes with a...
Yamaha Bodibeat MP3 Player
(01 July 2009) - Eliminating the tedious task of carefully curating a workout mix, the Yamaha Bodibeat music player takes your pulse and shuffles your music accordingly. The device matches the beats-per-minute of the 125-song playlist to your heart rate, then chooses the best fitting song for you to jam out to. Arriving full preloaded, the MP3 player is ready for use, but we recommend adding your own...
(01 July 2009) - Eliminating the tedious task of carefully curating a workout mix, the Yamaha Bodibeat music player takes your pulse and shuffles your music accordingly. The device matches the beats-per-minute of the 125-song playlist to your heart rate, then chooses the best fitting song for you to jam out to. Arriving full preloaded, the MP3 player is ready for use, but we recommend adding your own...
Liquid Image Camera Goggles
(29 June 2009) - Daydreams of summer aquatic fun reminded us of Liquid Image's Underwater Digital Camera Masks, goggles with built-in video and photo capabilities. Bringing underwater photography to a new level of convenience, buttons on top easily control the camera and crosshairs printed into the glass replaces the need for a display. Goggles come in three designs, differing in depth limitations and video quality. The Swim Video...
(29 June 2009) - Daydreams of summer aquatic fun reminded us of Liquid Image's Underwater Digital Camera Masks, goggles with built-in video and photo capabilities. Bringing underwater photography to a new level of convenience, buttons on top easily control the camera and crosshairs printed into the glass replaces the need for a display. Goggles come in three designs, differing in depth limitations and video quality. The Swim Video...
HTC Hero Featuring HTC Sense
(25 June 2009) - Once again challenging the iPhone's reign as the touch screen device of choice for over two years, HTC's new model boasts industrial design and interface usability that makes us weigh our options carefully. For early-adopters looking to differentiate themselves from the iPhone-using masses, the Hero may be the answer. Three years in the making, HTC's Hero notably adds HTC Sense, the first fully customized...
(25 June 2009) - Once again challenging the iPhone's reign as the touch screen device of choice for over two years, HTC's new model boasts industrial design and interface usability that makes us weigh our options carefully. For early-adopters looking to differentiate themselves from the iPhone-using masses, the Hero may be the answer. Three years in the making, HTC's Hero notably adds HTC Sense, the first fully customized...
Lyle Owerko's Boombox GelaSkins
(24 June 2009) - by Julie Wolfson Photographer Lyle Owerko's Boombox series for GelaSkins is the latest (and one of our favorite) graphic tributes to the giant stereos that ruled the '80s. His take on the trend draws on his personal collection of 42 ghetto blasters, which he's been amassing for their ostentatious, industrial look since the mid-'90s. The result is a range of Owerko's reverent images printed on...
(24 June 2009) - by Julie Wolfson Photographer Lyle Owerko's Boombox series for GelaSkins is the latest (and one of our favorite) graphic tributes to the giant stereos that ruled the '80s. His take on the trend draws on his personal collection of 42 ghetto blasters, which he's been amassing for their ostentatious, industrial look since the mid-'90s. The result is a range of Owerko's reverent images printed on...
Catamount Microwave Popcorn Popper
(08 June 2009) - Avoid the oily mess, expense—and extra calories—with Catamount's microwave popcorn popper. Built with a butter-straining lid, the kernels pop at the bottom while the butter melts through, covering the popcorn to movie theater-perfection in just under three minutes. A more fail safe option then DIY microwave versions, the dishwasher and microwave-safe glass container has a glass handle for easy transport. The microwave popcorn popper...
(08 June 2009) - Avoid the oily mess, expense—and extra calories—with Catamount's microwave popcorn popper. Built with a butter-straining lid, the kernels pop at the bottom while the butter melts through, covering the popcorn to movie theater-perfection in just under three minutes. A more fail safe option then DIY microwave versions, the dishwasher and microwave-safe glass container has a glass handle for easy transport. The microwave popcorn popper...
Denon DP-200USB Turntable with Automatic MP3 Encoder
(23 April 2009) - For those who want to convert their vinyl to digital but face the daunting prospect of spending hours organizing it, this system from Denon bests the competition by automatically assigning artist name, titles, etc. to imported tracks. Using a USB port, the turntable connects to any compatible drive and included software both analyzes the tracks and detects silences to automatically split them (or there's...
(23 April 2009) - For those who want to convert their vinyl to digital but face the daunting prospect of spending hours organizing it, this system from Denon bests the competition by automatically assigning artist name, titles, etc. to imported tracks. Using a USB port, the turntable connects to any compatible drive and included software both analyzes the tracks and detects silences to automatically split them (or there's...
Philips Prestigo Touch Screen Universal Remote
(10 April 2009) - Beautifully designed, highly functional and easy to set-up, Philips' Prestigo remote rivals top-of-the-line models with similar features but costs significantly less. The latest model, the STR9320 (still yet to hit the market), hosts 300,000 devices in its memory, requiring little more than a few taps to program it to work with up to 20 components. But the "activity" settings are the real revelation, allowing...
(10 April 2009) - Beautifully designed, highly functional and easy to set-up, Philips' Prestigo remote rivals top-of-the-line models with similar features but costs significantly less. The latest model, the STR9320 (still yet to hit the market), hosts 300,000 devices in its memory, requiring little more than a few taps to program it to work with up to 20 components. But the "activity" settings are the real revelation, allowing...
Stereo Memory Man with Hazarai Pedal
(23 March 2009) - by Emily Kramer Not just a run-of-the-mill looper, the Stereo Memory Man with Hazarai isn't just a piece of beginner's gear—in addition to looping, it includes blend, decay, filter, reflect and delay controls. By clicking the bypass button on the right, these effects can be used on their own without looping. The left button loops and adds the above effects to any sample—even after you've...
(23 March 2009) - by Emily Kramer Not just a run-of-the-mill looper, the Stereo Memory Man with Hazarai isn't just a piece of beginner's gear—in addition to looping, it includes blend, decay, filter, reflect and delay controls. By clicking the bypass button on the right, these effects can be used on their own without looping. The left button loops and adds the above effects to any sample—even after you've...
STAR WARS: The Force Trainer
(16 February 2009) - The Force Trainer is the most compelling in a new line of STAR WARS Science toys by the well known educational toy company Uncle Milton. To use The Force Trainer (recommended for ages 8+) you put on a headset that features dry EEG sensors and technology developed by NeuroSky; the sensors read your brainwaves, and the brainwaves are then translated to the fan in...
(16 February 2009) - The Force Trainer is the most compelling in a new line of STAR WARS Science toys by the well known educational toy company Uncle Milton. To use The Force Trainer (recommended for ages 8+) you put on a headset that features dry EEG sensors and technology developed by NeuroSky; the sensors read your brainwaves, and the brainwaves are then translated to the fan in...
Plastic Logic Reader
(12 February 2009) - Still one year out of consumer reach, the Plastic Logic reader is already being touted by some sources as the Kindle killer. At this week's Tools of Change for Publishing Conference in New York, I had a chance to see the reader prototype in action and get my hands on one, albeit briefly. With a form factor equivalent to that of a legal-size pad of...
(12 February 2009) - Still one year out of consumer reach, the Plastic Logic reader is already being touted by some sources as the Kindle killer. At this week's Tools of Change for Publishing Conference in New York, I had a chance to see the reader prototype in action and get my hands on one, albeit briefly. With a form factor equivalent to that of a legal-size pad of...
Balanzza Ergo: Digital Luggage Scale
(09 September 2008) - In a time when airlines charge for everything including your first piece of checked luggage and any sort of overage in weight, the Balanzza Ergo is a handy, money saving gadget. A digital luggage scale, it is an ergonomically designed device that lets you easily weigh your baggage before you get to the airline counter so you can anticipate or avoid extra charges. Weighing...
(09 September 2008) - In a time when airlines charge for everything including your first piece of checked luggage and any sort of overage in weight, the Balanzza Ergo is a handy, money saving gadget. A digital luggage scale, it is an ergonomically designed device that lets you easily weigh your baggage before you get to the airline counter so you can anticipate or avoid extra charges. Weighing...
Aiaiai Y-Com Earbuds
(18 August 2008) - The offshoot of a 200-member creative collective that was active in Copenhagen during 2005-2006, Aiaiai's headphones win points for their playful sense of design and sound quality. Collaborating with fellow Danes Kilo Design, the look avoids traditional black and chrome colorways as well as the dreaded all-white altogether, instead opting for a contemporary palette. Their latest model, the Y-Com, is a more streamlined version...
(18 August 2008) - The offshoot of a 200-member creative collective that was active in Copenhagen during 2005-2006, Aiaiai's headphones win points for their playful sense of design and sound quality. Collaborating with fellow Danes Kilo Design, the look avoids traditional black and chrome colorways as well as the dreaded all-white altogether, instead opting for a contemporary palette. Their latest model, the Y-Com, is a more streamlined version...
Five Wooden Gadgets
(14 August 2008) - As technology continues on its upward trajectory, designers occasionally grow nostalgic for simpler forms. Consumers also want the basic aesthetics of yesterday, without sacrificing the technological advances of today. One way to get the best of both worlds is wood-based electronics. Whether for the eco-minded, who prefer it to non-biodegradable plastic, or for pure classicists who are charmed by its timelessness, the wooden form...
(14 August 2008) - As technology continues on its upward trajectory, designers occasionally grow nostalgic for simpler forms. Consumers also want the basic aesthetics of yesterday, without sacrificing the technological advances of today. One way to get the best of both worlds is wood-based electronics. Whether for the eco-minded, who prefer it to non-biodegradable plastic, or for pure classicists who are charmed by its timelessness, the wooden form...
Sharp Plasmacluster Air Purifier with Humidfier
(09 July 2008) - After using Sharp's combination air purifier/humidifier, the Plasmacluster, for a couple months now, we're fans (no pun intended). While it's a little on the larger side for a tiny Manhattan apartment, with a true HEPA filter, a state-of-the-art ionization system and some choice extra features, we think it's worth it.Using technology that automatically senses the air quality and adjusts fans, humidification and the degree...
(09 July 2008) - After using Sharp's combination air purifier/humidifier, the Plasmacluster, for a couple months now, we're fans (no pun intended). While it's a little on the larger side for a tiny Manhattan apartment, with a true HEPA filter, a state-of-the-art ionization system and some choice extra features, we think it's worth it.Using technology that automatically senses the air quality and adjusts fans, humidification and the degree...
M-Audio MicroTrack II
(22 May 2008) - by Emily Scarlet Kramer With professional quality and two-channels, M-Audio's Microtrack II mobile digital recorder has changed my life for the better. It's pocket-sized so I can take it anywhere and it's perfect for recording song structures and sketches, the occasional live show or an important interview. Sound quality is superior for a small on-the-go recorder and its simple and straightforward interface makes it...
(22 May 2008) - by Emily Scarlet Kramer With professional quality and two-channels, M-Audio's Microtrack II mobile digital recorder has changed my life for the better. It's pocket-sized so I can take it anywhere and it's perfect for recording song structures and sketches, the occasional live show or an important interview. Sound quality is superior for a small on-the-go recorder and its simple and straightforward interface makes it...
Ikan Wireless Scanner
(14 May 2008) - The world is filled with technology designed to make lives easier, but many are more nuisance than time-saver. The recently-launched Ikan, however, proves to be both effortless in use and hugely efficient in everyday life. The system consists of a small kitchen appliance about the size of a toaster (shown at right). Once registered, the unit scans barcodes on empty products as you finish...
(14 May 2008) - The world is filled with technology designed to make lives easier, but many are more nuisance than time-saver. The recently-launched Ikan, however, proves to be both effortless in use and hugely efficient in everyday life. The system consists of a small kitchen appliance about the size of a toaster (shown at right). Once registered, the unit scans barcodes on empty products as you finish...
Gadget Nation
(30 April 2008) - When considering the success of the iPod it's easy to forget the thousands of failed inventions left in its wake. Steve Greenberg's new book, Gadget Nation, attempts to shine a light on some of the homegrown entrepreneurs who face the daunting climb toward widespread acceptance. Subtitled "A Journey Through the Eccentric World of Invention," the book looks at average Americans' creations, which run the...
(30 April 2008) - When considering the success of the iPod it's easy to forget the thousands of failed inventions left in its wake. Steve Greenberg's new book, Gadget Nation, attempts to shine a light on some of the homegrown entrepreneurs who face the daunting climb toward widespread acceptance. Subtitled "A Journey Through the Eccentric World of Invention," the book looks at average Americans' creations, which run the...
Stringless Pleasure Stereo System
(25 February 2008) - by Brian FichtnerAudiophiles have had a tough time of it in recent years. Ever since the digital music revolution made it possible for music lovers to archive entire collections on a hard drive, high fidelity and the golden age of home audio equipment have all but disappeared. Fortunately for the stalwarts, a few companies still value the home stereo system as an important element...
(25 February 2008) - by Brian FichtnerAudiophiles have had a tough time of it in recent years. Ever since the digital music revolution made it possible for music lovers to archive entire collections on a hard drive, high fidelity and the golden age of home audio equipment have all but disappeared. Fortunately for the stalwarts, a few companies still value the home stereo system as an important element...
HYmini
(04 February 2008) - I recently got to check out the HYmini renewable power source for a bit at the Greener Gadgets Conference in NY. In fact, I poached a little charge from it for my camera, which gave me just enough juice to get me through the event. Ask anyone from the Pacific Northwest during this time of year, sunshine can't always be counted on and definitely...
(04 February 2008) - I recently got to check out the HYmini renewable power source for a bit at the Greener Gadgets Conference in NY. In fact, I poached a little charge from it for my camera, which gave me just enough juice to get me through the event. Ask anyone from the Pacific Northwest during this time of year, sunshine can't always be counted on and definitely...
Monome
(25 January 2008) - Since the multi-use controller Monome first came out a few years back, it's slowly gained a cult following thanks to its attractive and flexible design. If you're unfamiliar with the device, the Monome is an ultra-tactile, interactive and adaptable MIDI interface that takes advantage of open-source software to manipulate any number of musical parameters. With a pleasing grid-based design, the programmable buttons function as...
(25 January 2008) - Since the multi-use controller Monome first came out a few years back, it's slowly gained a cult following thanks to its attractive and flexible design. If you're unfamiliar with the device, the Monome is an ultra-tactile, interactive and adaptable MIDI interface that takes advantage of open-source software to manipulate any number of musical parameters. With a pleasing grid-based design, the programmable buttons function as...
Macworld 2008
(15 January 2008) - Those of you as obsessed as we are (read: setting up our laptops at the lunch table) already know today's Macworld news—the overall theme of which seemed to be wireless capabilties—but for the rest of you Steve Jobs today announced several new slick Mac products, the most impressive being "the world's thinnest notebook," the MacBook Air (pictured above) and the all-new Time Capsule (pictured...
(15 January 2008) - Those of you as obsessed as we are (read: setting up our laptops at the lunch table) already know today's Macworld news—the overall theme of which seemed to be wireless capabilties—but for the rest of you Steve Jobs today announced several new slick Mac products, the most impressive being "the world's thinnest notebook," the MacBook Air (pictured above) and the all-new Time Capsule (pictured...
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