Sure, we don’t have any idea if or when it will ever go on sale, but we want the Case-Real Elekit Tube Amp ($TBA) all the same. This gorgeous steel and aluminum amplifier features exposed vacuum tubes, two minimalistic control dials, RCA and 3.5mm inputs, an automatic sleep mode, and 10 Watts per channel output. A nice alternative to the traditional exposed wire-and-wood builds of most vacuum amps.
For those looking for a modern bbq grill for their backyard, Manhattan gas barbeque grill is a winning design, literally with an honorable mention in the red dot design award 2010. Is well-designed gas grill is the perfect outdoor accessory for your ultra-modern house with its versatile looks and features including, countertop made of wood, two separate infinitely variable cooking zones, each with 3.5 kW capacity, an infinitely adjustable burner along with storage space for your grilling needs. The grill area is about 37.5 cm x 45.0 cm. The grill cover is double-processed, the wind / spray protection is made of stainless steel and easily removable. The integrated roller wheels gives it the mobility to be placed anywhere in your outdoors. The grill is priced at $512.
PlayStation fans finally felt relieved last month when the news of hotly awaited Gran Turismo 5 hitting the stores from November 2 this year hit the web. Now, Sony Europe has unveiled a pair of exclusive Gran Turismo 5 launch editions, including the extravagant €179.99 Signature Edition and the cheaper €79.99 Collector’s Edition. The €179.99 price tag seems quite hefty, but then, this is something every Gran Turismo fan would love to own and compensating for the price are the exclusive goodies. Here are the select contents of the Gran Turismo 5 Signature Edition…
Hulu has just launched their new Hulu Plus subscription service, which allows you to stream full seasons of TV shows, full-length movies, and more to the iPhone as well as the iPad. At $9.99/month, users will be able to subscribe to their favorite shows, stream them over 3G, and is unfortunately, invite only for now. Request an invitation now
While it was previously reported that a paid subscription version of Hulu would be hitting the Xbox 360 at E3, now word is that Microsoft’s popular gaming console might not be the only device to get a Hulu subscription service, with Apple’s iPad being touted as one of multiple devices that will be supported. In short, this could mean that programs from companies such as Fox, NBC, Universal and Disney are on their way to the Xbox 360 and iPad users, with the service rumored to be launched in the next month or two. Would you be willing to part with your hard-earned cash for a Hulu subscription?
Hey this is no dirty talk! I am writing this because I was just surprised when I stumbled across it (obviously by accident). It’s time to understand that this industry too churns out revenue which is larger than combined revenues of other professions like football and basketball franchises. And here too we have the richest players among their clan. For once I suggest that you keep your thoughts clean and read about the Richest Porn Stars. Unlike the other lists of richest folks, millionaires and billionaires, women dominate this list. And the reigning queen is Jenna Jameson with estimated revenue of over $30 million annually.
Relive the exploits of Jack, Hurley, Kate, Sawyer, Sayid, Locke, and the rest of the crew over and over again with Lost: The Complete Collection ($230-$280).
Containing every episode from all six seasons of the show, this definitive set also includes over 30 hours of bonus materials taken from each season’s individual release, a full disc of exclusive bonus material including new featurettes, documentaries, and cast-driven tours of Oahu, and collectibles including a “Senet” game, a custom island replica, an episode guide, an Ankh, and a black light pendant. Mystery Box unfortunately not included.
For its next Apple TV, Apple may ditch the set-top box form factor and instead cram a media player into a tiny device running the iPhone OS, according to Engadget.
The blog cites an anonymous tipster who claims the next Apple TV has been described as “an iPhone without a screen,” containing only two ports — the power socket and the video-out — and the same internal architecture as an iPhone (A4 CPU). The next Apple TV is also rumored to feature 16GB of Flash storage and support for 1080P HD.
The device will cost only $100, according to the tipster — significantly lower than the current $230 system. Engadget did not provide a time frame of when to expect the device.
Most interestingly, Engadget claims the device will have a strong focus on cloud-based media, meaning most video you view will be streamed from the internet. That’s plausible, given that Apple is building a gigantic data center and the company recently acquired streaming-music service Lala. Some sources have also said that Apple is planning to reboot iTunes into a streaming media center.
In conference calls with investors, Apple has repeatedly referred to its Apple TV as a “hobby,” implying it’s still a niche product that has yet to be a blockbuster hit. If the rumor turns out to be true (and we find it to be very plausible), then this certainly sounds like a compelling revamp of the Apple TV.
Engadget’s rumor follows Google’s announcement of Google TV, a web TV platform based on the Android operating system. Recent moves reveal that Apple and Google are becoming fierce rivals, competing in the mobility space, maps, and advertising. The next battle could be for streaming media.
Thanks WIRED
As impressive as the picture is on the latest generation of flatscreen TVs, the built-in speakers often sound like they were stripped from a clock radio.
If you don’t want to go all-out on a surround system — and its many speakers, wires and cables — then a 2.1 soundbar system like Boston Acoustics TVee Model 20 can be a nice compromise, giving you solid sound without eating up much space in your living room.
When we first hooked up the system (in a snappy five minutes), the sharpness and fullness of the sound was a major contrast to the built-in speaker on our 50-inch Sony Bravia. Watching live music performances, the TVee Model 20 showed off even more dynamic range, and brought out lots of nice detail in the music.
Despite the enhancements, background noises would sometimes overwhelm the dialogue, especially in action movies and live sports. With these programs, you need to adjust the trim setting to its lowest position to create a better balance. The soundbar doesn’t have bass and treble controls, but you can adjust the speaker-subwoofer balance using the sub’s volume knob.
The Model 20 is comprised of a 31 x 3.75 x 4-inch soundbar with dual 1.5 x 6-inch drivers; and a 6-inch, down-firing, powered subwoofer, which is about 10 inches high and a foot wide. The system uses a 2.4 GHz wireless signal to send audio to the subwoofer, which you can put anywhere in the room (though it sounds best when placed within 6 to 8 feet of the bar).
Inexplicably, there’s no remote control included with the TVee Model 20, but you can easily pair your TV or cable remote to the system. The system uses RCA stereo inputs (no digital options) and you can either output from your DVR/cable box or from an AV receiver. When you do the former, the soundbar will take over for your TV’s speaker.
This speakerbar is no substitute for the immersive sonic experience of a 5.1 surround sound system, but it is a significant upgrade from your TV’s internal speaker. You’ll most likely want to stick this system in smaller rooms where the sub can make an impact and the bar can fill the space with rich audio.
Thanks WIRED
With their undying thirst for technology and innovation, Devialet® D-Premier has revealed a preamplifier equipped with the ADH® core (Analog Digital Hybrid). The amplifier is blessed with generous power and sensible features like compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers, the best signal-to-noise ratio, the lowest intermodulation, the lowest output impedance, etc. The D-Premier comes in a luxurious, 32 mm high carved out and polished aluminum block, to place it horizontally, or hang it on the wall in a vertical position. Apart from the technical upgrades, the D-Premier comes with a removable cover to hide all the inputs for a discreet installation and to perfectly blend in your interior home décor.