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Chopard 150th Anniversary Animal World Watch Collection !

Luxury watches for women with animals on them are really in - and Chopard is taking full advantage of that with a major new collection in celebration of their 150th anniversary. The collection is actually not just about watches, but a full line of animal themed jewelry that is quite well done may I say. The watches follow suit with their Happy Diamonds / Happy Sport watches - sharing a similar case shape and having the free floating diamonds in the watches.

TX-7 High Definition Video Test !

Last week I managed to get hold of this little sexy design point-and-shoot camera - Sony Cybershot TX-7 and checked out the quality of the Hi-Definition video recording. After playing around with the camera, I would say the HD video quality are pretty awesome for a compact camera ! Check out the sample videos after the jump.

Rebellion T-1000 Keeps Passionate Collectors On 'Power Reserve' !

On the display at the BaselWorld 2010 was this impressive Rebellion T-1000 vertical roller timepiece with a 1000-hour power reserve. Limited to just 100 pieces, this extraordinary timepiece features 6 mainspring barrels, two tiny chains, a double hairspring, titanium case and aluminum chassis. Sporting a body of pure design that incorporates 14 ceramic and 22 rubies, the Rebellion T-1000 was designed in a collaboration of Eric Giroud.

Seat From Ferrari Turned Into Luxury Office Chair !

An office chair for Ferrari fanatics, this seat was originally made for the Ferrari F360 Challenge car by OMP but is now fitted to a custom-made carbon fiber office chair frame. No two seats look exactly the same as they are "used" from actual cars so there may be small marks or blemishes on the leather, plus each comes with your choice of base color in practically any shade you can imagine.

Testa Motari Blade Is Captains’ Envy On Your Yachting Excursions !

With Testa Motari’s hallmark innovative design in high-end products, it is obvious to see tasteful creations that instantly catch the eye. In their new effort to create high-quality items, Testa Motari has collaborated with master craftsman Hubolt to come up with inspirational maritime tools before you set out on your yachting excursions. Offering a blade in hand-forged damask steel, Testa Motari has finished this knife by tightening 750 yellow gold screws in the finest quality mother-of-pearl.

Congratulations ! You're Going To Be Jailed For Life !

Ladies & gentlemen, I'm proud to announce that another old time friend of mine sealed the deal last weekend. Actually he spent hell lots of time cracking his brain out to think of a proper and fun way to propose to his girlfriend - Carol. Since January to be exact. Here's my article regarding about his - proposal idea. Anyway, I'm not there personally to witness this wonderful moment (wish I could be there pal, sorry, you know I'm broke and can't afford the air ticket. I thought you’ve told me you’re gonna strip naked in front of everybody before you get down on your knee ?) and I bet it turns heads around and you guys have had a great time ! More pictures after the jump.

The Right Way To Get Your Beauty Sleep !

Beauty sleep is very real. It's during sleep that skin damage from daily stress and pollution is repaired, dermal layers are rejuvenated, and even facial muscles are relaxed and gravity is shifted so wrinkles become less pronounced. Without enough sleep skin can look sallow and dry with uneven skin tone and more defined wrinkles. Wake up looking your best with these basic tips.

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MacBook Air Supreme Ice Edition !

Another gorgeously embellished apple product, the MacBook Air Supreme Ice Edition from Stuart Hughes is all done up in diamonds and platinum. The apple logo is made up of 25.5 carats of flawless diamonds (53 gems in all) while the entire front housing is comprised of a single sheet of highly polished solid platinum (2500 grams).

Porsche Enters The Water With P'6780 Diving Watch !

Porsche’s uncompromising passion for style and performance has taken the automobile manufacturer into the water. Quite literally, though. In a new venture, Porsche Design studio has unveiled a diving watch to make a comeback in the diver watch series after 25 years. The last time Porsche came up with a diver’s watch was 25 years ago, when company founder Prof. F.A. Porsche introduced the Ocean 2000 in 1983.

The Safe & Reusable Water Bobble Drinking Bottle !

Wow, this is a really good idea. I love this thing, and it is not just for the luxury crowd. This nicely designed device is the "Water Bobble." It is a reusable plastic water bottle that filters water. If you are anything like me you drink a lot of water out of bottles. If you do, then you have two options, buy loads of water bottles and use them once, or reuse bottles again and again until they get ... well funky. The Water Bobble can be reused about 300 times, and includes a built-in carbon filter.

Golden Vertu Phones Launched In Japan For RM 711,000 Each !

To celebrate one year of existence for its flagship store in Ginza, Tokyo, Nokia’s Vertu is launching a new limited edition Vertu phone in Japan. The limited edtinion handset is available in four versions (Vertu Kinko, Vertu Kikusui, Vertu Nanten and Vertu Daigo) representing the four seasons.

I Will Never Believe Another Picture Ever Again. Thanks Adobe !

In a five minute demonstration video posted to YouTube, Adobe shows off a new jaw-dropping tool option designed to make fixing imperfections in photographs drop dead easy. This new “Content Aware” fill technique is dispersed amongst multiple tools including the lasso, magic wand, and the spot healing brush and can be used to seamlessly remove background objects literally with a single click. Watch the video below and prepare yourself to be blown away by what you see !



Via : BGR

18th Century Inspired Luxurious Timepiece Strikes Back !

Before we knew the clocks as we know them today, they were masterpieces assembled together with weight as a motive force; and as we come across this two-meter-tall, dual-weighted clock with gold-plated cogs, it’s as if a three centuries old British clockmaking legend has been reborn.

Italian Carbon Geared To Blend ‘Carbon Fever’ In The Fashion World !

As carbon fiber increasingly marks its usage in fashion accessories away from space shuttles and Formula 1 cars, the result is bold & beefy with plenty of attitude that adds a classy feel like no other. Walking this less walked road, Italian Carbon has presented an innovative line of products all geared to blend “Carbon Fever” in the world of fashion.

Boeing Business Jet To Take New ‘Altitude’ In New Zealand !

While happier days are not quite here again for the aviation industry, but there seem some breaks in the clouds as a New Zealand-based specialist in private jet interior, Altitude earns its first contract to overhaul a luxury Boeing business jet. Altitude has comfortably join the league with the likes of LiveJet, who are working on the Dornier 328 32-seater to be converted into a 12-seat executive jet.

Samsung I9000 Galaxy S !

Today Samsung unveiled their new Android flagship, the Samsung I9000 Galaxy S. Packing a 4" Super AMOLED display and a 1 GHz CPU inside an ultra thin body, the Galaxy S is certainly among the hottest Android smartphones to-date.

HTC EVO Brings 4G Android To U.S. !

HTC have had their fair share of headline moments over the past few years, so launching the world's first 4G Android handset on Sprint in the US shouldn't come as any surprise. But the HTC Evo is more than just a 4G (WiMAX) handset, it is another Android superphone. Giving us much of the package we saw in the HTC HD2, the HTC Evo has that glorious 4.3-inch 800 x 480 pixel resolution display.

World's Most Expensive Water Bottle Combats Global Warming !

This Fernando Altamirano glass bottle covered in 24-karat gold worth RM 200,000 contains water gathered from different springs from all over the world and helps a foundation to battle global warming. This special edition bottle designed by Fernando Altamirano is based on artwork by late Italian artist Amedeo Clemente Modigliani.

Sleep Like Royalty On The Hi-Tech 24ct Gold Bed !

“Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown.” Shakespeare might not have coined it if he would have known the future of luxury beds. The luxury bedding fever is gaining popularity with the wealthy and will continue to be so with the modern range of luxury beds including Hasten’s Vividus eco-friendly bed, Hollandia International’s luxe range and the latest, Golden Bed from Jado Steel, which takes this means of relaxation to an entirely new level.

Tag Heuer Celebrates 150th Anniversary With Limited-Edition Celebratory Gift Box !

As Tag Heuer marks its 150th anniversary, the Swiss luxury watchmaker will be launching a limited-edition chest containing a limited-edition Tag Heuer watch, the Grand Carrera Calibre 17 RS2 Chronograph, and the company’s first branded phone, the Meridiist.

Horology Sees The Collaboration Of The Superstars In Basel World 2010 !

As the largest watch show on the planet, the Basel World 2010, enters its fifth day, the watch fans are looking forward to the best in the luxury segment. Though as we peek into the lined-up products, there are unique collaborations, high-tech watches, concept watches and everything to call the show the Mecca of watch fans.

Rolls-Royce-Inspired Couch Brings Nobility And Royalty To Your Décor !

Someone with a love for cars and home décor can create the perfect combination for both with this Rolls-Royce-inspired couch. Creating a perfect layout for multi-generational living, this couch is inspired by the rear end of a Rolls Royce Phantom on wheels, also featuring a trunk, probably to store a mini fridge to cool your beer bottles.

Apps Store Gives Green Light To This App ?!

Any iPhone Fag gonna use this App for "Cheng Ming" ?  Stupidity x 1000 !

Subretinal Implant Successfully Tested On Humans, Makes Blind Narrowly See !

How many scientists does it take to properly install a lightbulb ? When that lightbulb is an implant that stimulates retinal photoreceptors to restore one's sight, quite a few - even if they disagree whether said implant should be placed on top of the retina (requiring glasses to supply power and video feed) or underneath, using photocells to channel natural sunlight.

Cabestan Unveils The World’s 1st Timepiece To Use Solar Energy !

In the universe of fine watches, time moves slowly, but it was always waiting for solar energy to power its movement. This groundbreaking technology has found home in Sol Invictus, the world’s first commercial utilization of this groundbreaking technology. This refined timepiece has come from the house of Cabestan, which has previously brought us the Nostromo watch “grown in space.”

McLaren MP4-12C !

McLaren Automotive had a coming out party in its home town of Woking, England. They unveiled their new flagship product : The MP4-12C. This will be the first of an entire range of new McLaren sports cars, and the company best know for its exploits on the F1 race circuit appears to have built a doozy of a supercar to kick things off.

Mr. Unstoppable Force, This Is Mr. Immovable Object !

What happens when an unstoppable force encounters an immovable object ?

Suzuki Germany Releases Nürburgring Edition Swift Sport - Sort Of !

When you think of the Nürburgring, and what cars come to mind ? Porsche 911 GT3 ? BMW M5 ? Nissan GT-R ? How about a Suzuki Swift ? Is it really worthy of a Nürburgring edition à la Lexus LFA ? Well no, not really, but hold your horses there a minute, because the Suzuki Swift Sport "Rock am Ring" edition isn't about speeding around the road course. It's about the music, man.

A Kidney Or Two Will Get You A Celsius X-VI-II Papillon !

How many of you had a calculator watch ? And how many had a mechanical phone ? See, mechanical is, umm, cooler ! Yeah. Who needs a Ferrari when you can own this head turner … This extravagant phone will be announced tomorrow and more details will become available. Until then here’s what I know – the Celsius X-VI-II Papillon is a clamshell with mechanical gadgetry inside, 547 hand assembled pieces to be precise.

Gallardo GT600 BF Performance Tuning !

This Lamborghini Gallardo tuning is called the GT600 and is by Swiss tuners BF Performance. The GT600 is based on the Gallardo LP560-4 in both coupe and spider versions. There is a complete aerodynamic kit made of carbonfibre, which is also used on interior panelling. Other features include vertically opening doors, sports seats with a four seatbelt set-up and the option of fitting a safety roll bar.

Hublot F1 King !

The F1 season kicked off this past weekend in Bahrain. But in addition to the race action, Formula One Management signed there a new commercial agreement with Swiss watchmaker Hublot. The arrangement gives Hublot the right to use the F1 name commercially, and will see the brand represented at select races with unique hospitality events throughout the year. But more than that, it means that Hublot will begin marketing a special F1-branded line of watches.

‘Pen of the Year 2010’ !

There are some ideas that, while not necessarily unusual, still fall into the category of being somewhat exceptional. This “Pen of the Year 2010″ by Graf von Faber-Castell is one such creation with an aesthetic appeal that can’t go unnoticed. Buying its inspiration from the hunting rifles that belonged to Count Roland, this high-end writing instrument features the particular design “herringbone” carved into the wood to complete the processing of barrel of the pen.

Cabestan Nostromo Watch Is Grown In Space !

Since the inception of the spaceship phenomenon, our efforts to reverse engineer the putative craft have been futile, but that won’t stop us from bringing out things that looks as if they were grown in space. The Cabestan Nostromo watch that buys its inspiration from the Alien spaceship has just revived our decades-old fascination to explore the unknown.

BMW M Division Cranks Out A Human-Powered Bike !

There aren't a lot of automakers also making motorcycles. Honda, Suzuki, Peugeot, BMW ... along with Triumph once upon a time and Yamaha dabbling in the automotive consultancy business. That just about covers it. But there are plenty churning out branded bicycles, and Bimmer's M division is the latest.

Ferrari World Roller Coasters Pull Into The Station In Abu Dhabi !

If you thought it took a long time to get to the top of the list and take delivery on a newly-assembled Ferrari supercar, that's nothing compared to the time that has gone in to building the brand's first theme park. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has been under construction for two years now, and is finally set to open its doors to the public sometime later this year. And when it does, it will be not only the first theme park in the region, but the first of its kind in the world.

Dinosaur Dung Watch Sees The Art Of Timekeeping In A Different Light !

Yvan Arpa, the ex-chief executive of Geneva-based Romain Jerome, known for its distinct timepieces, seems to have taken his inspiration from his former association with Romain Jerome to design unusual timepieces made with rare materials in a bid to appeal to watch collectors. Vesenaz, Switzerland-based company Artya has designed this luxury watch with its face made from fossilized dinosaur dung and the strap is made from an American cane toad.

Disney Mobile Launches Diamond Encrusted Cellphone !

At a time when many are still cutting back or approaching strategic shifts with extreme caution, Disney Mobile is going the other way with more aggressive DM series. The new DM005SH (fifth model in the DM series) features 22 pieces of diamonds encrusted on its clamshell lid. Offered in three colors with fairy names “Sunrise Pink,” “Midnight Blue” and “Stardust White,” the phone includes a combination of three diamonds arranged to form the Disney logo.

MCZ Fireplace TV Changes The ‘Scenario’ In Home Décor !

In an effort to keep up with modern minimalist design themes, MCZ has introduced a fireplace TV for film buffs and design enthusiasts alike. You could enjoy watching TV and admire the flame on its brilliant color scheme. Dubbed Scenario, this cool fireplace TV is a real space saver that would bring warmth to your ultra modern home décor.

Raise A Toast With Highland Park Limited Edition 1968 !

What do you buy when you already have a cellar stocked with an enviable liquor collection ? Well, you might consider joining the party with Highland Park this spring as they gear up to launch the limited edition 1968. It comes at a time when liquor connoisseurs were busy sipping 70-Year-Old Speyside in Edinburgh Castle, but of course, for the sensory creatures there are always new alcoholic choices available.

ABT Sportsline Gets Its Hands On Audi R8 Spyder !

Whenever Audi introduces a new model, chances are that the folks at Abt Sportsline are going to get their hands on one. The German company has been tuning Volkswagens and Audis since the 1970s and has enjoyed success racing the Audi A4 in DTM and more recently the new R8 LMS. Needless to say, Abt knows how to properly modify cars bearing the four rings.

Daimler To Phase Out Maybach Brand !

Since its launch eight years ago, Maybach has largely been characterized as a failed venture. The ultra-premium counterpart to Mercedes-Benz never reached the sales figures which its rivals Bentley (part of the Volkswagen group) and Rolls-Royce (owned by BMW) have enjoyed in the superstrata of the luxury car market. That's largely come down its lackluster product, which appears to all to be little more than a gussied-up Mercedes S-Class, available in 57 and 62-decimeter lengths.

World’s First Mechanical Cellphone In Pictures !

This phone is made with 547 mechanical parts, and it features a tourbillon in its hinge. The unique combination uses a patented Remontage Papillon mechanism that mimics butterfly movement, and is activated when the wings are unfolded. The phone will operate solely through human energy and is touted as an entirely mechanical cellphone.

Pagani Zonda R Video !

The Pagani Zonda R appears in this new video and frankly, the blood really does just go to your head on seeing it. The video is very cinematographic although its main purpose is to highlight the track focus of the new Pagani. We get to see the Zonda R from all angles, but more importantly we get some serious track action.



Via : EurocarBlog

Luxury Doggie Mat For Bentley Owners !

For those who own a Bentley, nothing less than a luxurious custom made mat with the Bentley logo on it will satisfy a pampered pet. The custom made to order mats are available in a variety colors and fabrics !

Via : BornRich

Tom Hanks Buys The Most Expensive House In L.A. !

Amid the growing fears that the housing market could be facing a double-dip recession, there are reports that Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson have purchased a house in the Pacific Palisades for about $26 million (RM 83.6 Million). The 14,500-square-foot contemporary home, built in 1996, was formerly owned by Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall.

Enjoy A Puff On The Go With Cohiba & Ferrari’s In-Car Humidor !

Cohiba has attained a “cult” status in the flagship brand of the Cuban cigar industry. The brand has now partnered with Ferrari to let its cigar lovers enjoy a puff even in the car with an innovative and exclusive humidor in the car. The Cohiba in-car humidifier looks totally desirable with a modern finish and tire-like side panels, which also gives it rubber protection to make it rugged.

BMW Golfsport Collection Brings A Smile To Every Golfer's Face !

BMW has masterfully crafted the Golfsport Collection for the ideal golfing lifestyle, which is sure to impress both the BMW fans and golf lovers. It really is a necessity for those golfers, who want to have all the right things up their sleeve to optimize their game. Ideally suited for any course, this golfing gear is developed in collaboration with the well-known U.S. sports bag specialist OGIO.

Balmain Night Pearl Leather Clutch !

Black leather and chains gets and a little more friendly when blended with diamanté-embellished heart and flower charms (notice all the hearts are sitting sideways ?) and creates a sort of 'badass little girl biker' vibe. Other decorative accents on this Balmain Night Pearl Leather Clutch include the crossover leather strands and the zipper-finished edges.

Flying Hovercraft !

Rudy Heeman, an inventor in New Zealand, has created a flying hovercraft. It is ridiculously cool !

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Windows 95 Running On The HTC HD2 !

Nokia vs. Apple Court Date Set For Mid-2012 !

For those that are not up to speed, here is the Reader’s Digest® version of the Apple and Nokia legal saga. Nokia sued Apple, Apple sued Nokia, the ITC got involved, and here we are. A U.S. court date to settle the alleged patent violations has tentatively been scheduled for some time in the middle of 2012.

The World's First Diamond iKotex !

Mervis Diamond Importers is planning to release this stunning design to the masses in very limited quantities in June. The Mervis Diamond iPad features 11.43 carats of diamonds, hand-set in this beautiful oblique micro-pave style. The diamonds are graded G/H in color and VS2/SI1 in clarity. This is fine jewelry you can e-mail from.

Mobiado's 712GCB : 'Your Choice Of Yellow Or Rose Gold' Is Really All You Need To Know !

Were you up late at night trying to imagine what a Mobiado 712ZAF might look like were it covered in 8 microns of 18-karat gold ? Well, an honest night of peaceful slumber might finally be within reach now that the Canadian company has answered the call with the 712GCB.

World's Oldest Malt Whisky Unveiled In Scotland !

After having spent the best part of a century inside an oak barrel, the world’s oldest malt whisky - costing up to £10,000 (RM 50,000) a bottle - went on sale today. Gordon and MacPhail`s Mortlach 70-Year-Old Speyside was sampled by a select group of tasters at a ceremony in Edinburgh Castle, where it was escorted through the doors by pipers and a military escort.

Stuart Hughes Unveils Most Expensive TV Sets !

If owning a 55” TV set is not what you would call royalty, owning one of these most expensive television sets, made with precious metals from Stuart Hughes’ new luxury signature range is certainly about living life king-size. Stuart’s new signature line kick-starts with two gorgeous 55” TV sets : PrestigeHD SUPREME Rose edition and PrestigeHD SUPREME.

Hermes Arceau Skeleton Watch !

It has been suggested that the new popular luxury Ralph Lauren watch brand isn't as original as they claim - "borrowing" lots of influence from Hermes. This is probably true to an extent, with Hermes being one of the first luxury equestrian themed watches - not necessarily the novel looking Ralph Lauren Stirrup watch collection.