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October 2013

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Ditch the Cord and Charge Your iPhone Anywhere With Prong's PocketPlug

Oct 30, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Prong's PocketPlug phone case/charger may strike you as a product you would see on the Home Shopping Network — complete with an overly dramatic video clip starring a woman who just can't deal with her iPhone's cord charger — but it's actually a pretty cool idea. ... Read More

Déglon Meeting Knife Set: The Nesting Dolls of the Cutlery World

Oct 29, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

My knife drawer is a mess and I'm continually shocked when I manage to escape cutting myself every time I reach in for something. This Déglon Meeting Knife Set is brilliant in that the knives fit together like a nesting doll, keeping those sharp edges flat with the stainless steel block they are kept in.... Read More

Store Hundreds of Movies in Cinema One's Digital Library

Oct 29, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Any respectable media room needs a great video player, which is where Kaleidescape's new Cinema One comes in. This movie server promises to be the ultimate player for your home theater and considering it won Best New Product at CEDIA 2013 (that's the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association, in case you didn't know), they may not be boasting.... Read More

Fool Your Friends Into Thinking You Went to Morocco With This Glass Lantern

Oct 21, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

As much as some of us live to travel, sometimes you just can't fit a trip into your schedule - maybe work is too crazy to get away or you've been trapped into family obligations. Whatever the reason, we can't always just drop everything and run away, which is where home décor comes in. ... Read More

Braven 850 Wireless Speaker: House Party Necessary

Oct 18, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

When it comes to wireless speakers, I like models that can fit in with any décor scheme - even my random amalgamation of books and art prints - and the Braven 850 fits the bill pretty perfectly. The small rectangular design (less than a foot long, to be exact) would look great on a mantle or bookshelf and with 20 watts of audio, it definitely wouldn't be just for show.... Read More

Artificially Intelligent Robotic Bartender Fit For Don Draper

Oct 11, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Did you know there is a Kickstarter for an artificially intelligent robotic bartender named Monsieur? Before you begin envisioning Johnny Five at a bar, taking orders and mixing drinks with the flourish only he can achieve, Monsieur is more of a smart box than it is a fully functioning robot. That said, the invention is pretty cool and would be a fantastic addition to any party.... Read More

Edgy Rock Beverage Dispenser Livens Up Any Party

Oct 11, 2013  |   Contributor: JL Staff

You'll find a water dispenser in most homes, but wouldn't it be better if instead of the plastic base, it was made of rock and instead of water, it dispensed alcohol? We think so too.... Read More

Enjoying Wine at Home Tastes Better With Opus

Oct 10, 2013  |   Contributor: Kellie Speed

Enjoying wine at home just got a little better. Instead of having to pour a bottle of wine and allow time for it to aerate, the folks at soireehome have created something called Opus to save you less time waiting and provide more time enjoying.... Read More

Get a Samsung Galaxy Gear Smartwatch Before They Sell Out

Oct 10, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

We can't be the only ones who have been waiting for the Samsung Galaxy Gear to go on sale in the US, and now that some are becoming available, they're being snatched up fast! This unique smartphone watch not only picks up notifications, controls music playback, and keeps time with a variety of faces, it also has a 1.9-megapixel camera, speakers and two microphones built in — meaning you can actually record a video from your wrist.... Read More

Sailing Through the Lens of Famed Photographer Onne van der Wal

Oct 9, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Being on a sailboat is a one-of-a-kind experience and if someone were to put together a photography book about it, it would need to be a professional sailor — someone who truly knows the sea and has voyaged around the world. Onne van der Wal is such a person.... Read More

Slice and Chop Like a Professional Chef With Edge of Belgravia's Damascus Steel Knives

Oct 8, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

If you can't get inside the kitchen of a great chef, you can at least use knives exclusively designed by them. London-based Edge of Belgravia is offering a collection Damascus steel knives, apparently able to cut through the competition — pun intended.... Read More

Record Incredible Experiences With GoPro's HERO3+ Black Edition Camera

Oct 8, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

If you've seen the point-of-view video from the back of a soaring eagle, it was made possible thanks to GoPro and their incredibly lightweight cameras. From being mounted on motorcycle helmets to cars, these small cameras are able to get some pretty incredible footage.... Read More

Dyson's New DC50 Vacuum Rids Homes of Pesky Pet Hair

Oct 8, 2013  |   Contributor: Kellie Speed

If you are as obsessed with having a clean house as much we are, but just can’t seem to keep it clean with all of the pet hair, we are about to let you in on a little secret. Dyson has just introduced the new DC50 animal vacuum that is designed to give your house a powerful clean.... Read More

A2B's Sculpted Electric Bike Collection Has Something For Everyone

Oct 4, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

"We don't build our bikes. We sculpt them." That's a pretty heavy statement, but Hero Eco's A2B is standing by it with their luxury electric bike. The recent trend of powered bicycles has gone crazy within the past few years [...]... Read More

New NanoHiFi Compact Stereo Channels Retro Boom Boxes

Oct 4, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

With a boxy design that reminds one of the boom boxes of yore, the NanoHiFi intends to be your new favorite compact home stereo system. It comes equipped with Bluetooth, USB, an iPod/iPhone dock, and a CD slot for when you want to rock "old school" — you can even detach the two end speakers to dispense sounds however you please. ... Read More