Pretty good trip. You get a trip to Vegas and a motorcycle out of the deal. Here's the details:
A 2010 Yamaha R1 motorcycle; $1500 in motorcycle accessories and a trip for two to the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Trip package includes roundtrip, coach-class air transportation for two from a major airport near winner’s home (determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion) to Las Vegas, NV; and two nights' accommodations at the Palms Casino Resort (single room, double occupancy).
You have a hell of a long time to enter the contest, since its not over until March 6, 2011. You can enter it HERE.
I can't really say that I let wine site around long enough to need one of these, but it's a great idea.
Here's the details:
New York based designer George Lee came up with a brilliant solution, a cool new product called A Date With Wine. It is basically a wine stopper that tells you when you had opened your wine. This way you can guess whether the wine is still worth drinking or has it been open for too long. The top of the cork comes with a twistable date ring that reminds you the date you had the last dinner with your friends.
You can buy one for $45 over at the GSelect site HERE.
Kind of an odd website to be offering a trip to Las Vegas, but I'm all for it. They even put together a decent trip, adding in a little spending money so you can have some fun. Here's the details:
One grand prize winner will be selected by random drawing. The grand prize winner will receive a trip for two o Las Vegas, Nevada. The trip includes round-trip, coach class, air fare for two (2) from the major airport closest to winner's residence in the continental United States to Las Vegas, Nevada, a two nights and days stay at a hotel located on the Las Vegas strip (single room, double occupancy) and $500.00 in cash to be provided to winner prior to the trip.
The giveaway runs until September 29, 2010, and you can enter it HERE.
This thing is a little crazy, but I bet it would be a blast to ride.
They basically took a skateboard deck and traditional skateboard trucks, and strapped an engine with tank treads to the bottom of them.
What they ended up with is a skateboard that can reach up to 30 mph on anything from concrete to snow to mountain trails.
There's not a lot of other details about the thing at the moment. There are a number of videos on the website that show the DTV in action, and it's very cool.
They have announced that they are taking a $250 deposit if you want to officially get on the list to buy one of these as soon as it's available. No word on what the final cost will be.
You can check out the details, and watch the videos, over at the official DTV Shredder site HERE.
A little bit of old news, but I ran across some more information and though I would pass it along. This is a very different look for Porsche, and I'm not sure if I would spend the money on one of these, over a 911. Here's the info:
Green Light for Series Development of the 918 Spyder
In its session today, the Supervisory Board of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, gave the green light for series development of the Porsche 918 Spyder. Reflecting the overwhelming response from the public and customers to the Concept Study, the Supervisory Board gave Porsche’s Board of Management the mission to develop a production model based on the car already presented. This concept version of an ultra-high-performance mid-engined sports car with plug-in hybrid technology made its debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show and at Auto China in Bejing, hitting the headlines worldwide.
Michael Macht, President and Chairman of the Board of Management of Porsche AG: “Production of the 918 Spyder in a limited series proves that we are taking the right approach with Porsche Intelligent Performance featuring the combination of supreme performance and efficient drivetrain concepts. We will develop the 918 Spyder in Weissach and assemble it in Zuffenhausen. This is also a very important commitment to Germany as a manufacturing base.”
The Concept Study of the 918 Spyder allows CO2 emissions of just 70 g/km, corresponding to fuel consumption of 3.0 litre/100 km (94.1 mpg imp) in the NEDC, on the one hand, and the performance of a super-sports car, on the other. This extremely efficient drivetrain technology then forms a symbiosis in the 918 Spyder with truly outstanding design and high-tech motorsport achievements. Further product details of the 918 Spyder will be disclosed in the months to come.
Pretty good looking watch. Though I would have to see it in person before I'd buy one. I've seen a few OMEGA watches that looked great in pictures, but weren't impressive at all in person. Here's the press release:
The new Speedmaster Broad Arrow Co-Axial collection introduces some stylish additions to the classic design of the watch that has been part of more than a hundred NASA missions including all six lunar landings.
The dial, available in black or silver, features a distinctive “Geneva Waves” pattern. The familiar chronograph counters, or sub-dials, are characterized by three applied rings which surround a unique “beehive” structure, giving the Speedmaster Broad Arrow Co-Axial its own personality. The sub-dial rings on the silver dial are blackened and those on the black dial are silver for a particularly appealing contrast. There is a date window at the 4:30 position on the dial.
The hour and minute hands, which are either blackened or rhodium-plated, are coated with white Super-LumiNova which makes them easy to read in all lighting conditions. The central chronograph hand has a red tip as do the hands of the sub-dials.
The 44.25 mm stainless steel case has the shape which has been associated with OMEGA Speedmasters for more than half a century. The Speedmaster Broad Arrow Co-Axial is presented with either a stainless steel bracelet or an integrated black alligator strap.
The Speedmaster Broad Arrow Co-Axial is powered by the exclusive OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 3313. The accuracy of the self-winding chronograph is independently confirmed by its status as a COSC-certified chronometer. The movement is equipped with OMEGA’s Co-Axial escapement on three levels. It delivers outstanding chronometric performance over a long period of time which increases service intervals and has allowed OMEGA to guarantee it for three years. It also allows the possibility of changing the hour hand independently of the minute and second hands – ideal for travelling between time zones. The movement is visible through the sapphire crystal case back.
The outstanding chronograph performance of the Broad Arrow Co-Axial is ensured by its column wheel chronograph mechanism. The watch is water resistant to 100 metres / 10 bar / 330 feet.
The OMEGA Speedmaster Broad Arrow Co-Axial watch is a fashionable interpretation of a chronograph which has gone to places no other watch has ever been. It artfully combines the Speedmaster’s rugged, adventurous spirit with some dramatic features which will make it one of the most popular members of the line.
This is more my kind of concert to see in Vegas. Here's the details:
Grand Prize winner will receive a trip for two (2) to Las Vegas, NV to attend the October 23, 2010 Jimmy Buffett concert at MGM Grand Garden Arena, including: Round-trip coach air transportation for two from a major airport nearest the winner's home within the continental U.S. to airport in or near Las Vegas, NV; One double occupancy standard hotel accommodation for four days/three nights ; Two tickets to the Jimmy Buffett concert at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on October 23, 2010; and One $250 gift card.
The contest runs until October 14, 2010, and you can enter it HERE.
The rubber band gun can hold over 100 rubber bands and shoots 1 at a time as fast as you can crank it. The gun comes off of the base so you can hold it when you shoot or just keep it on the base and shoot. As you can see from the pictures that it is not a kids rubber band gun.
This gun is machined from solid billet aluminum then powder coated for color and finish durability. It shoots standard office rubber bands that can be bought at Wal-Mart (UNV-00164) Size 64 which are safe enough for point-blank shooting people (which will happen). Longer barrels can be made per your request that can shoot more powerful rubber bands. Gun weighs 15-20 lbs fully loaded and ready to go.
* Mounted flashlight. (batteries included)
* 100 rounds capacity, “shoot as fast as you crank” gatling gun. (2 lbs of rubber bands included)
* Gun self-supports with the barrels aligned with the users arm to aid in accuracy
* Ships with operators manual, and features a pictorial loading instructions quick-guide.
High grade materials:
* Billet Aluminum CNC machined parts (made in USA)
* Glossy color Nylon separation cord around the crank
* CNC machined Black Delrin handles for comfortable grip and control.
* The gun weighs around 20 pounds with the base on it.
You can buy one for a whopping $500 at the Gadgetsandgear.com site HERE.
I'm not sure that this thing could run my TV setup. It is pretty cool looking though, and sounds like it does a little of everything. Here's the press release:
IBC 2010, Amsterdam – Philips Home Control is launching DUAL; a keyboard remote as the must-see novelty at IBC. It’s the perfect solution to tackle the growing need for interactive devices allowing for text input.
Whereas in the past web access and interaction was restricted to PC devices, nowadays there is a clear trend that Broadcast Service providers, Consumer Electronics manufacturers as well as PC manufacturers are looking into offering two-way enabled connected devices for the living room. New features already available today include media-guides, web browsing as well as widgets accessing tightly integrated social and information-based contents & applications.
Research confirms that almost 75% of the TV viewers would like the opportunity to interact with TV programs, advertising and online contents using the remote control. In addition, social networking at local TV stations has gained considerable significance over the past year, as broadcasters integrate this feature into their online presence and storytelling.
Traditional on-screen user interface and remote controls are not designed or adequate to handle these features and thus a new approach is required. And while service providers are investing in new on-screen user interfaces, these can only offer a fulfilling user experience when combined with intuitive wireless input & control devices.
With its new keyboard remote, Philips Home Control provides the perfect solution and shows that sophistication and innovation can go hand in hand. The new product is a remote and a keyboard in one, with the top side featuring a remote control, and the bottom side featuring a keyboard.
By simply turning the remote, a keyboard is available allowing text input as needed in media search, instant messaging and web browsing purposes.
The appliance is equipped with alternate input methods like pointing, touchpad, or optical sensor, allowing user interfaces to implement free cursor, gesturing and moving highlight mechanisms thereby making browsing a better experience than the traditional 4 directional keys.
“This new keyboard remote shows that we are on top of the upcoming trend” says Rick Siu, Director Product Management, Philips Home Control. “It was challenging to develop this remote to cater for all these features, while at the same time we wanted the design to be slim, easy to operate and modern looking. From the enormous interest we have gathered during the pre-launch period, I can honestly say we succeeded with glory.”
Not sure what this costs, but the idea is fantastic. Here's the details:
The Tablet
Two dazzling touchscreen panels that you can write on, highlight on, watch video on. And, oh yes… read on.
* Two large displays. It's stunningly book-like and can display a complete textbook without scrolling. Opens flat like a book or folds back on itself as a single panel slate.
* Touchscreens. Navigate two beautiful touchscreens that deliver amazingly natural interactions with textbooks and notes.
* Pen stylus. Writing is natural, and our stylus is smooth and effortless.
* Video. Dazzling resolution that was built for video.
* Multi-tasking. Change learning states instantly. Glide from a textbook to a video, then dash off a note with total fluidity.
* Mobile. A truly mobile device, with batteries to last a full day on campus.
* Compact. Carry eight terms' textbooks, notes, documents and media in a small device.
The Software
We’re serious about your studying. Your textbooks, your course materials, your notes, your web links, your everything.
* All in one place. A system completely designed for learning: textbooks, professors' materials, web-based homework systems, everything.
* Versatile textbooks. Write directly on the page, highlight, add sticky notes, and even display two different parts of the book at once – you’ll need to see it to believe it.
* Explore. The Internet and the textbook connect like never before. Look up a word, follow a link from a textbook, watch a video, even e-mail a passage with a question to your professor.
* Write. Revolutionary digital note-taking using natural handwriting or a keyboard. Even drag highlights or graphics from your textbook or the web directly into your notes.
* Browse the web. Full-featured browser supporting HTML5 and Adobe Flash™.
* Rich media. Experience HD video, audio recording and playback, and even more.
You can read more about the Kno over at the main site HERE.
If you want to play poker online and you can't get to Atlantic City or Las Vegas, why not play try playing at FullTilt.
Online poker rooms such as fulltilt and PokerStars.net offer free poker as well as real money poker. You won't go wrong with either room, but PokerStars is generally considered to be the best.
I can't really say that I let wine site around long enough to need one of these, but it's a great idea. 
Kind of an odd website to be offering a trip to Las Vegas, but I'm all for it. They even put together a decent trip, adding in a little spending money so you can have some fun. Here's the details:
This thing is a little crazy, but I bet it would be a blast to ride.
Pretty good looking watch. Though I would have to see it in person before I'd buy one. I've seen a few OMEGA watches that looked great in pictures, but weren't impressive at all in person. Here's the press release:
Not sure what this costs, but the idea is fantastic. Here's the details: