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Sanyo Xacti HD800
Sanyo’s Xacti line of compact HD cameras gets an upgrade with the HD800. Though seemingly a small step up from the HD700 on paper (from 7 MP to 8 MP), Akihabara News reports big noise reductions.
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Lenovo IdeaPad S10
Lenovo is throwing its hat into the ultraportable ring with the IdeaPad S10, to be released in October. Weighing in at 2.4 lbs, it will have a 10.2″ screen, Intel Atom CPU and come with Windows XP.
Music
TiTern Titanium + Carbon Permanent Guitar Pick
This unique guitar pick is one you won’t want to toss at the end of a high-energy session. TiTern’s grade 5 titanium and forged carbon pick looks nice enough to wear as a pendant when you’re not playing. It has a wide, asymmetric grip, sharply beveled edges, and is just 2mm thick at its center.
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Wallpaper: Blue Moon
Desktopography has been around since 2005 providing lush outdoor-themed wallpapers. Our favorite is Blue Moon, a fantastical portrait of the Earth flanked by myriad satellites.
Leisure
The Master Chief and Grunts
The Master Chief and Grunts is up on eBay at a cool starting bid of $1,600; auction ends 8/17. Made out of sterling silver, it’s a 1/9th scale statue and is completely one of a kind.
Fashion
Maratac Deep Cover Clip Pouch
This small pouch from CountyComm is an EDC wallet with an integrated deep pocket clip. Stitched from durable poly webbing material, it can hold up to eight cards, folded cash, and loose keys. The 4.6″ x 2.7″ pouch securely attaches to pockets and waistbands, while providing quick access when you need it.
Fashion
DMDmetal Men’s Rings
Unless you’ve got a bling fetish, guys generally don’t obsess about rings. DMDmetal’s sterling silver rings feature industrial textures and finishes are actually pretty cool.
Art + Design
Spinning Rubik’s Cube Bag
Designer Andrew Kaefer made one of the coolest bags ever. As part of his Junk Drawer collection, he created a super-size Rubik’s Cube purse that actually spins. Beyond looking amazing, it’s practical, with three large storage compartments. He assembled it using more than 150 squares covered with dyed leather and using lazy Susan spinners to
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Infinity Mirror LED Clock
Andy Huot Creations shows how he made a clock that uses light-up segments and mirrors to create an infinite reflection effect. He 3D-printed its segments and added strips of RGB LEDs driven by a WLED controller. It has a solid mirror in the back and a one-way acrylic mirror in front to produce the depth
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Lighthouse Wall Torch
If you can’t get enough of this year’s Olympics, Christina Bjorn’s Lighthouse torch keeps the flame alive. This modern oil-burning lamp is made out of porcelain and aluminum.
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Abandoned Buildings
WebUrbanist has a creepy collection of abandoned buildings from around the world. It’s like a horror movie director’s wet dream: insane asylums, condemned theme parks and crumbling hospitals.
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Concrete Tape Dispenser
Cedar and Stone Garden makes functional modern accessories using concrete. Their handmade tape dispensers add a splash of color to any desk. They come in over 20 colors and are weighty enough to not slide around when you grab a piece of tape. If you’re looking to overhaul your office more, be sure to check