Italian car and coach-building firm Pininfarina has combined materials used inside 1930s vehicles with current technologies to produce a limited-edition bicycle. Famous for creating luxury tailor-made cars for manufacturers including Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Lancia and Maserati, Pininfarina worked with bicycle maker 43 Milano to create the Fuoriserie bike using a combination of contemporary and classic materials. Take a look of the photos below and let us know what you think.
High-tech development company Quadrofoil presents “the world’s first fully electric and completely environmentally friendly hydrofoiling personal watercraft,” hinting at what the future has in store for us in the way of technically advanced marine transport. The Quadrofoil offers the user unmatched freedom with a zero emission motor that allows it to be driven on lakes, rivers, seas and ecological areas where most other means of water transport have been prohibited. Utilizing nothing but buoyancy force to create lift and movement, the Quadrofoil is controlled by a detachable steering wheel with integrated touchscreen abilities to notify the pilot of battery power, speed and consumption. Weighing in at little over 100 kg, the craft’s resistance is minimal and allows for a smoother, more efficient journey. In an effort to prevent potential disaster is a carefully considered range of safety specifications — an anti-collision system will help absorb force in case of shock, and the hollow hull assures us that the Quadrofoil is in fact unsinkable with accompanying stability system to ensure the vessel remains horizontal at all times. Costing more than $18,000 for the standard Q2A Electric model, it’s an expensive piece of kit and rightfully so. Read more about the company’s story here. But the most important question is, would you be prepared to part with that kind of money? We recommend doing so if you’re planning a trip to Cannes sometime soon. Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.
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With the Apple Watch‘s forthcoming official release, reports have surfaced detailing the latest gadget’s price points. While Apple has announced three versions of the watch in addition to a variety of preferential configurations, the stainless steel Apple Watch variation will start at $500 USD while a luxury 18K gold model will cost up to $4K USD. In response to the prices, the tech giant is planning to not only showcase the device’s smartwatch functions but also position the watches as modern luxury timepieces, effectively becoming one of the first movers into the wearable technology sphere, allowing the tech giant to charge a premium price for the newest and most innovative piece of technology to date. Stay tuned for the official release of the Apple Watch in Spring 2015.
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Actress, model and recording artist Lindsay Lohan is the latest high-profile name to grace the covers of adult magazine Playboy. The Mean Girls star can be seen paying homage to Marilyn Monroe, while the series of images showcase her portraying provocative gestures towards the camera. Set against a decadent red backdrop, the scantily-clad Lohan also pulls off a strikingly similar resemblance to Monroe with the expertly done hair and makeup. Enjoy the images above and keep an eye out for the latest issue of Playboy to hit stockists soon.
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Israel-based OGE CreativeGroup have designed the Giant Birdsnest, a concept which aims to combine furniture and playgrounds. The bird’s nest was originally created as a prototype for a socializing space: a comfortable, casual and sensual soft space. The wood nest is loaded up with comfortable egg-shaped sitting movables that allow ergonomic sitting positions for various forms of social exchange. The Giant Birdsnest comes in many sizes, from a small nest for 2-3 people up to a 4.5-meter in diameter nest which can accommodate up to 16 people at once.
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Coming soon from Google and HTC and running the brand new Android 5.0 Lollipop operating system is the Nexus 9. Measuring just 7.9mm thick, weighing in between 425 and 436g, and boasting an 8.9-inch HD display with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the tablet comes equipped with the likes of 2GB of RAM, dual-band WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, a 6,700mAh battery, and 64-bit support thanks to the on-board dual-core 2.3GHz NVIDIA K1 chipset. A duo of cameras are also present: an 8MP rear-facing camera with an f/2.4 aperture and autofocus capabilities, as well as a 1.6MP forward-facing camera. Equipped with a soft grip back and Gorilla Glass 3, the Nexus 9 is due out November 9 and can be pre-ordered starting this Friday, October 17. Prices are set at $399 USD for 16GB and WiFi, $479 USD for 32GB and WiFi, and $599 USD for a 32GB version that comes packed with LTE, penta-band HSPA+, quad-band GSM/EDGE, and CDMA.
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A certified king of mobile luxury, Vertu teams up with none other than Bentley to present a custom-issue phone for the new season. Taking to the Signature Touch model, this version is outfitted with premium quilted calf leather through the caseback, clasped together by Grade 5 titanium side railing and modeled after signature Bentley cues. Of course only the finest imports will do under the hood, accounting for a 13 megapixel Hasselblad camera, an 801 2.1 GHz processor, and an internal sound system tuned by Bang & Olufsen. As if all that weren’t enough, this Signature Touch also comes delivered with exclusive Bentley content and connectivity. Head over here to purchase the Vertu Signature Touch for Bentley.
Balancing art and technology, Moncler has customised the new Leica X “Edition Moncler” while Fabien Baron shot, with Leica cameras, a series of photographs in Greenland that become an exhibition unveiled in London at Sotheby’s on 14th October, during Frieze Art Fair.
“Since 1952 the foundation year of Moncler, innovation has been the main asset of the brand. Matching technical excellence with aesthetic research is at the core of Moncler, the Leica & Moncler project is strictly linked to this distinctive feature of the brand. I am so proud of this new collaboration; a 360° project starting from Leica hi-end technology, through to the art photography and the creativity of a visionary artist as Fabien Baron, landing to Greenland to catch the spirit of Moncler, the magnificence of the ice. I thank Fabien for the solemnity of his pictures capturing the world of Moncler” – said Remo Ruffini, Moncler President.
Quality watch maker Bell & Ross has added another offering to its heritage series, the BR 125 Sport Heritage Flyback Chronograph. Paying homage to the watches worn by civil aviation pilots in the ’60s, we are presented with a very sophisticated timepiece that continues the brand’s strong connection with military aviation. Featuring gold-plated metal numerals and indices for the dial, the watch incorporates a rich brown leather strap with embossed branding as well as exposed stitching. Functions enclosed in the 43mm steel case, includes a chronograph, 24 hour dial and tachymetric scale. Limited to only 500 pieces made, the Bell & Ross BR 126 Sport Heritage Flyback Chronograph is available to purchase at exclusive Bell & Ross locations worldwide.
For the benefit of its athletes, Nike alongside design firm Teague have come up with designs for a potential private jet to help ferry teams to and from the field. Without jumping to conclusions that this is to add even more luxury to their lives, the main purpose behind the concept is to ensure better performance as studies show that athletes who cross more than three timezones end up with a 60 percent chance of losing their games. With that said, the renderings do display a space of utmost comfort along with the latest in on-flight technology. “Space” is one of the main focuses as the jet — which can typically seat 100-400 passengers — is customized with a team of 13 in mind. As for technology, much like the Nike FuelBand, the jet is conceived to collect physiological data from its passengers through sensors in their clothing. Although not a reality yet, the future of sports is looking more akin to a crew entering battle on the Starship Enterprise. Read more about Nike’s “Ultimate Private Jet” from the source below.
Iconic British fashion label Paul Smith has teamed up with Anglepoise to present a new adaptation to the classic Type 75 table lamp. Crafted by renown British industrial product designer, Sir Kenneth Grange, the piece features Paul Smith’s trademark use of colors — think shades of grey, olive, yellow and lime — over a timeless Anglepoise silhouette. The special edition table lamp is now available for pre-orders from Paul Smith for £150 GBP (approximately $250 USD).
Creative minds have come together to produce the nCycle, a revolutionary step forward in the future of e-bikes. Essentially, the creators of the nCycle have discarded the superfluous elements of a traditional bicycle in favor of a single, continuously flowing frame. The result from this minimalist approach is an electric bike that is a study in functional design and performance. The nCycle will be revealed in Germany on Wednesday, August 27 at EuroBike, the largest Bike Show in the world.
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A sportier version of the classically-designed Le Flâneur d’Hermès, French fashion house Hermès premieres its second or two carbon fiber bikes. Aptly dubbed the Le Flâneur Sportif d’Hermès, this elegantly crafted two-wheeler sports a clean and reliable belt drive, rear hub gears, hydraulic disc brakes for maximum safety, and an ergonomic handlebar, saddle and carry handle wrapped in premium leather. The Le Flâneur Sportif d’Hermès will soon be available online and at select stockists.
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Looking to enter the cycling world with a bike that could be considered a “statement piece,” SikSilk unveils its limited edition aluminum fixie. While its satin black frame is constructed from a lightweight steel, various parts of this bike, from its forks to its seat post, are made with a nickel and copper plated aluminum that will age beautifully to leave a unique patina. In addition to its eye-catching front wheel, this bicycle also features a flip-flop rear hub that allows its rider to switch from single speed to fixed gear with extreme ease.
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It may be hard to comprehend how much more the world of timepieces can develop but the Twelve24 ClockONE takes it to the next level. The ClockONE features E-ink technology to give a high contrast, wide viewing angle, but in addition, a 365-day battery life ensures worry-free operation. The ClockONE is available for pre-order now through Twelve24.
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Pets can get a little dirty and smelly from time-to-time, especially during the summer months after walks in the park, a run down the beach and to our annoyance, a roll in something nasty while we weren’t looking. Australian skin and hair care label Aesop introduces Animal Wash, a formula that eliminates undesirable dog and cat odor. Like Aesop’s products for humans, the Animal Wash consists of natural oils and extracts which gently clean even the most sensitive pet skins, leaving coats shiny and soft. With a fresh citrus and hint of mint aroma, your furry friend is bound to smell better than ever. Look for the wash now at Aesop.
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Forthcoming from Omega is the the Omega Speedmaster Mark II Rio, a commemorative edition marking the upcoming Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. The stainless steel case and black watchface allow gold, silver and bronze dials to stand out, while the certified chronometer also boasts Omega’s in-house movement Caliber 3330 automatic movements. This tribute watch will be produced in limited numbers of 2,016 pieces and a retail price of $6,500 USD. For those interested, the Rio Olympics start on August 5th, 2016.
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Hoping to capture more of a growing and increasingly competitive smartwatch market, Samsung adds to its own line with the Gear Live. Featuring a 1.63″ 320 x 320 Super AMOLED screen, the watch is powered by a 1.2GHz processor with 512MB of RAM and will use Googles new Android Wear wearable-specific operating system. This will allow users to control many of Google’s services including Google Now, Google Voice, Maps, Gmail, and Hangouts from their watch as well as its new Google Fit health and fitness metric aggregator.
Aside from Bluetooth 4.0, 4GBs of storage, and an interchangeable strap, the Samsung Gear Live also includes dust and water resistance and a heart rate monitor.
The $200 USD watch will debut on Google play later today for shipment on July 7 before later reaching Samsung’s retail locations.
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Having sponsored the Goodwood Festival of Speed in England since 2011, TAG Heuer recently signed a new three-year agreement as the Official Timing Partner for the event and has just released a new timepiece to mark the occasion. The TAG Heuer Carrera McLaren 1974 edition celebrates 40 years since Brazilian racer Emerson Fittipaldi first won a world title for McLaren at the event.
Largely based on the Carrera 1887 Ceramic Bezel, the watch features a 43mm case with a white watch face and black gold finishes on the hands, themselves powered by a CH1887 movement. Its custom watch band is appropriately patterned after tire traction patterns and combined with the sleek silver finish, gives the watch a distinctly sporty feel.
No official word on pricing yet but expect the limited edition watch to cost around £4,500 GBP (approximately $7,640 USD) when it releases in September.
Reed Space has collaborated with State Bicycle Co. for this special edition bike. Utilizing 4130 grade Cromoly steel, which is one of the lightest and strongest steels in cycling, each bike comes with 43mm deep-v style wheel and a flip-flop hub for fixed or freewheel riding; it is then finished in a unique wood-grain pattern paint. Priced at $519 USD, the Reed Space x State Bicycle Co.