Listen To Your Vinyl With The Orbit Turntable
There was a time when people used to listen to their favorite music on vinyl, and there are still people like myself that still do. There's just something about listening to a record that's different than a digital download because the sound is better and truly the way the artist intended you to hear it. It also becomes a ritual when you put the needle to the record and just vibe out to your favorite jams. If you haven't gotten a record player yet, the Orbit Turntable is something you should take a look at. With a price range between $180-$280, you'll get a turntable with a fully-manual belt drive, a two-speed pulley, a 24-volt synchronous motor, and vibration damping feet that provide a great music experience. There are two options available, either the basic or plus turntables, so you'll have your choice of features to choose from.
[Via U-Turn Audio]
Take The Portable Soundmatters Dash7 Speaker Anywhere
Whenever you travel, you have little options when it comes to listening to your music, having to rely on your headphones or the speakers on your laptop or smartphone. Speakers are always nice to have when you want to listen to your tunes when you're outdoors or getting ready in the morning. Unfortunately, the speakers on your smartphone or laptop just don't provide that good sound that many want, but there really hasn't been a good portable option until now. The Soundmatters Dash7 Speaker is slim, weighing in at 7.1 oz and only 3/4" in height, making it a nice portable speaker to take with you when traveling. It offers deep bass, a battery that lasts 12 hours, and can be used as a speakerphone for conferencing. The Soundmatters Dash7 Speaker costs $219 and is a nice speaker to have for people on the go. For more, visit Soundmatters here.
[Via Soundmatters]
No More Speeding Tickets With The Cobra iRadar
It's never fun when you get a speeding ticket, and it's worse for those who can't talk their way out of one. With the Cobra iRadar 900 Atom Radar Detector, you can be aware of what's around you when you're on the road. For around $200, the Cobra iRadar is able to detect all radar and laser guns in use with an easy to use iOS app. Also, you're able to pull up information straight to your phone from other users in the iRadar community so you can be aware of unexpected speed traps. Some other features that the Cobra iRadar has is that it also plots traffic and those pesky red light cameras that everyone loves. There's a lot of benefits to owning a Cobra iRadar, but it doesn't mean you have to be irresponsible when you're on the road.
[Via Cobra iRadar]
[Video] PA1 Wall Speaker System with Dual Stereo Pairing
Brought to you by design boutique comes the PA1 Wall Speaker System with a dual stereo pairing that is wireless running via Bluetooth. The speaker can be mounted to the wall without the messy wiring or can fit on a stand. It also works as an individual speaker or can be paired together to fit your musical needs. To turn it on, all you simply have to do is press one button and you're connected to your device, with access up to five devices. The PA1 Wall Speaker System is currently running a Kickstarter campaign. You can learn more about the PA1 here.
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[Via StudioProper]
The Holiday Season Is Here: Apple Solid Gold iPhone 5S
It's the holiday season and time to go shopping for yourself or the special people in your life. It wouldn't be a bad idea to get someone an iPhone 5s since most people would appreciate that as a gift. You could also give someone the iPhone with a gold finish so they can stand out, or if you really want to show your love, you can get them a solid gold iPhone 5s.
Yup, you read that right; there's a solid gold iPhone that costs around $3,300 made of 24 karat gold covering the top, bottom, edges and back. If gold isn't really your style, you can go with the other options like platinum or rose gold, as well as an array of customization options. If you really want to make a statement when you whip out your iPhone, head on over to Gold Genie here.
[Via Goldgenie]
Stay Charged With The ZeroHour Battery Backup Flashlight
It's always a good idea to have a flashlight somewhere in the home if the electricity should ever go out. You never know when you'll need a flashlight, so I like to keep one in my car and in my camera bag. With the ZeroHour Battery Backup Flashlight it not only helps you shine a light on things, but it is also able to charge your favorite gadget like your cell phone. For $160 you get a flashlight that "combines a 1,000-lumen CREE LED bulb with a 10,000mAh power source inside a durable aircraft aluminum body and a stainless steel bezel." It has two USB ports so you can charge multiple phones or tablets at the same time, and it's detachable if you want to travel lighter.
[Via ZeroHour]
Gramophone For Your iPhone & iPad
There are a lot of speakers out there you can buy for your iPhone or iPad, and a lot of them have their own unique features. In the end, however, you want a product that will deliver great sound so you can enjoy your music to the fullest. Speakers nowadays are designed very differently and are very different in appearance whether someone wants something minimalistic or extravagant.
The Gramophone for the iPhone or iPad with its price ranging from $200 to $300 is very unique in its own right, taking you back to the days when we didn't have all the electronic gadgets we have now. It is handcrafted with a wood base and a built-in iron and brass horn which will amplify the volume by three to four times with no need for electricity. It's got an interesting look to it, too, so if you're interested in some new speakers that also has a classic look, you might want to check out the Gramophone.
[via Restorationhardware]
[Video] Build Your Own Computer With The Kano DIY Computer Kit
If you ever had dreams of building your own computer dynasty out of your garage, but had no idea how to code or even know what parts are needed to build a computer, Kano is here to help you out. Even though computers have become such a big part of peoples lives very many know little or understand computing technology. This is where Kano steps in with their DIY Computer Kit that is aimed at anyone interested in understanding computers better. The kit includes all the parts needed to build a real functioning computer where you can learn to program games and other software, basically letting you experiment as much as you'd like. You might not become the next Steve Jobs simply by buying this kit, but maybe it'll get you more familiar with computers.
[Via Kano]
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