The founders of Skype are close to launching a global broadband television service promising viewers, content owners and advertisers “the best of the internet with the best of TV.” It will offer “near high-definition” programes supported by advertising, with tools for users to personalize their channels or discuss programes with others. http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0ad7c98e-8df6-11db-ae0e-0000779e2340.html
Memory Infinite is a series of flash drives which can be combined for extra storage. Plus, the designs are cool! Designer Vicki Wei has created a concept: flash drives that have a male and a female end, providing several sweet abilities. http://www.yankodesign.com/product_info.php?products_id=1521
Lifeiscarbon® has a pretty slick run down of their favorite books on Scandinavian design. They say that too many publishers are putting ‘Scandinavian’ in the title to get sales, and their little list will help people cut through to the quality.
This Savon Sofa has an unusual base: a bathtub. The body of the sofa is made from a real antique cast iron tub that has been cut out and converted into a plush loveseat. The seat cushion is upholstered in a very pale blue sensuede and has two matching down pillows for added comfort, READ MORE >
The perfect compromise between your dreams of being Ari Onassis and your Pirates of the Caribbean fantasies is this amazing yacht, the Black Swan. She has been restored and now has accommodations for eight to 10 guests in four double cabins plus a full-width owner’s stateroom. The 132-foot yacht has recently been chartered for READ MORE >
Looking for a better place to store those heels? Check out the Shoe Rolodex from Rakku Designs. The design features 20 pockets that can be used to store up to 30 pairs of shoes. http://www.rakkudesigns.com/
Panasonic has recently introduced two new projectors, PT-AE1000U and PT-AX100U. Whichever way you look at it, the perfect home theater projector is a Panasonic. Both projectors were developed with leading Hollywood colorists to deliver cinema-picture quality the way the director intended. Either way, you’ll be immersed in an awe-inspiring viewing experience.
With all homes having to be “zero-carbon” in the UK by 2016, it only makes sense that contractors gear up for the future. Summits are currently being held between the Home Builders Federation (HBF) and Government to work towards attaining their goal. A zero-carbon house is defined as one which produces as much energy, READ MORE >
Luxeed, from Luxiium Lighting and Technology, is a perfect choice for anyone interested in having an expressive computer. Every single key on it can be customized with one of over 500 colors. Users will be able to download preset colorschemes from their website (which doesn’t seem to be available yet) and program the READ MORE >
Ultra, the style and culture blog for Portland, Oregon, reports a visionary new theatre concept named LivingRoomTheatre. The concept includes, acclaimed independent films, casual cuisine and tempting libations, six intimate Living Room Theaters, exclusive high-definition digital movie projection, attentive in-theater service right up until the film begins, plush recliners, private tables and chairs, READ MORE >