URBAN RESEARCH & CASIO G-SHOCK DW-5600

Despite the numerous CASIO G-SHOCK collaborations seen over the last few years, URBAN RESEARCH has managed to put their own spin on the iconic DW-5600 using only black. The blacked out DW-5600 features little distinguishable markings aside from the white lettering on the face. Available through URBAN RESEARCH stores in Japan.

MICHAEL JACKSON by Arno Bani

This book contains a series of portraits of the late king of pop, Michael Jackson. Captured by the accomplished young photographer Arno Bani the book is named after its iconic subject and presents never before seen images of Jackson, taken in 1999. The works were commissioned by Jackson himself, who recognised the French artist’s talent from work he had completed in the Sunday Times newspaper. The 202-page book is now available from Parisian boutique colette.

Brammo Enertia Plus

With all the talk of eco-friendly and more sustainable forms of transportation, the Brammo Enertia Plus is a legitimate contender to fill the electronic vehicle void at a respectable price. The motorcycle features an 80 mile range with speeds of up to 60 mph. Furthermore the bike’s construction includes recycled materials, an on-board charger and Italian engineering for the suspension. The bike is priced at under $8,995 USD with more information available via Brammo.com

Louis Vuitton City Guides 2011

Continuing to focus of the travellers market, Louis Vuitton is perhaps best known for its luxury line of monogram luggage. Adding value to their demographic, the fashion house is to release a series of city guides for 2011, as previewed here. Set to drop on October 15, there will be 7 guides which detail the following destinations respectively: Rome, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Tokyo, Paris and Berlin. To commemorate the launch of the books, Louis Vuitton has produced a series of 2 minute clips that preview the guides which will offer advice regarding food, art, design and of course, fashion.

BlackBerry PlayBook

Research In Motion today redefined the possibilities for mobile computing with the unveiling of its new professional-grade BlackBerry PlayBook tablet. Perfect for either large organizations or an “army of one”, the BlackBerry PlayBook is designed to give users what they want, including uncompromised web browsing, true multitasking and high performance multimedia, while also providing advanced security features, out-of-the-box enterprise support and a breakthrough development platform for IT departments and developers. The incredibly powerful and innovative BlackBerry PlayBook is truly a game-changing product in the growing tablet marketplace.

This beautifully designed and incredibly powerful tablet is ultra portable, ultra thin and super convenient for both work and play. Measuring less than half an inch thick and weighing less than a pound, the BlackBerry PlayBook features a vivid 7″ high resolution display that looks and feels great in your hand. With such a unique mix of utility, performance and portability, you’ll want to take it everywhere. The BlackBerry PlayBook is expected to be available in retail outlets and other channels in the United States in early 2011. Further information is offered below:

At its heart, the BlackBerry PlayBook is a multitasking powerhouse. Its groundbreaking performance is jointly fueled by a 1 GHz dual-core processor and the new BlackBerry Tablet OS which supports true symmetric multiprocessing. Together, the abundant processing power and highly sophisticated OS enable the BlackBerry PlayBook to provide users with true multitasking and a highly-responsive and fluid touch screen experience for apps and content services.
With support for Adobe® Flash® Player 10.1, Adobe® Mobile AIR® and HTML-5, the BlackBerry PlayBook provides customers with an uncompromised, high-fidelity web experience and offers them the ability to enjoy all of the sites, games and media on the web. For more than a decade, the mobile industry has worked to bridge the gap between the “real web” and mobile devices through various apps and technologies and, in fact, a significant number of mobile apps today still simply serve as a proxy for web content that already exists on the web. The BlackBerry PlayBook closes that gap and brings the real, full web experience to mobile users while also opening new and more exciting opportunities for developers and content publishers.
The BlackBerry PlayBook features premium multimedia features to support high-quality mobile experiences. It includes dual HD cameras for video capture and video conferencing that can both record HD video at the same time, and an HDMI-out port for presenting one’s creations on external displays. The BlackBerry PlayBook also offers rich stereo sound and a media player that rivals the best in the industry.
For those BlackBerry PlayBook users who carry a BlackBerry smartphone*, it will also be possible to pair their tablet and smartphone using a secure Bluetooth® connection. This means they can opt to use the larger tablet display to seamlessly and securely view any of the email, BBM™, calendar, tasks, documents and other content that resides on (or is accessible through) their smartphone. They can also use their tablet and smartphone interchangeably without worrying about syncing or duplicating data. This secure integration of BlackBerry tablets and smartphones is a particularly useful feature for those business users who want to leave their laptop behind.
Key features and specifications of the BlackBerry PlayBook include:
* 7″ LCD, 1024 x 600, WSVGA, capacitive touch screen with full multi-touch and gesture support
* BlackBerry Tablet OS with support for symmetric multiprocessing
* 1 GHz dual-core processor
* 1 GB RAM
* Dual HD cameras (3 MP front facing, 5 MP rear facing), supports 1080p HD video recording
* Video playback: 1080p HD Video, H.264, MPEG, DivX, WMV
* Audio playback: MP3, AAC, WMA
* HDMI video output
* Wi-Fi – 802.11 a/b/g/n
* Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
* Connectors: microHDMI, microUSB, charging contacts
* Open, flexible application platform with support for WebKit/HTML-5, Adobe Flash Player 10.1, Adobe Mobile AIR, Adobe Reader, POSIX, OpenGL, Java
* Ultra thin and portable:
o Measures 5.1″x7.6″x0.4″ (130mm x 193mm x 10mm)
o Weighs less than a pound (approximately 0.9 lb or 400g)
* Additional features and specifications of the BlackBerry PlayBook will be shared on or before the date this product is launched in retail outlets.
* RIM intends to also offer 3G and 4G models in the future.

For more information, visit www.blackberry.com/playbook.

Abee iPhone 4 Aluminium Jacket

Japanese company Abee has released their first 100% aluminium case, designed to house the iPhone 4. As such the case has been dubbed “Type 01” and is an ultra thin case, measuring in at just 3mm. Equipped with a seat cushion that has a moderate repulsion soft texture, the case is shock absorbent and is anti-slip. The type 01 is now available in 6 different colors including: black, purple, gold, silver, blue and red.

Dr. Romanelli & Oliver Peoples present Dr. Goodfellow

With the help of London’s newest menswear bastion Hostem, proprietor James Brown and prestigious eyewear brand Oliver Peoples, The Doctor Romanelli brand unveils its newest creation: Dr. Goodfellow. Darren Romanelli (DRx) is a pioneer of aesthetic innovation, renowned for reviving cultural classics by twisting the familiar into the fresh. He applies a unique signature blending of past and present to each new creation with passion, dedication, commitment and, most importantly, personal connection. His latest project fuses elements of the Victorian era with the fantastic mythological characters from Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

With an edition size of just 10 pieces, the statuettes are truly rare collectibles. Exquisite features lend the figurines a sense of detail rarely found in bronze art of this scale, including scissors, stethoscope and a custom jewelry-quality monocle with chain produced by Oliver Peoples. Standing approximately 14 inches tall, Dr. Goodfellow is offered in three finishes. Six are made in a traditional bronze patina, which will continue to gain character as the surface interacts with the atmosphere over time. Two are triple-plated in Sterling silver overlaid with nickel to prevent tarnishing, and the final two are triple-plated in 18k Gold making a total limited edition of 10. Wearing a classic top hat and stately Oliver Peoples monocle, Dr. Goodfellow helps keep the magic in medicine and offers just what the doctor ordered! Dr. Goodfellow will be available at select stores worldwide in November, including the Dr. Romanelli Prescription Shoppe at Hostem and Maxfield in Los Angeles.










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Givenchy Tom Combo High Sneakers

French fashion house Givenchy have added to their luxury footwear range this latest colorway of the Tom Combo High. The hi-top sneaker sports some impressive materials including a premium leather that has been moderately distressed for added comfort and tonal velvet sections. Clearly comfort is key with the TC, especially given the heavily padded tongue and heel collar which together ensure a luxury feel. The boot is finished with a rubber sole, a textures toe and a logo print heel. The Tom Combo High is now available at ssense, priced at $410 USD.

CASIO G-SHOCK GD-100

Popular amongst athletes and streetwear enthusiasts alike, the latest G-shock GD-100 is here. Launched this year and created over at Casio’s home in Japan, the chunky model has started in life in three black-dominant colorways with a selection of bold backlights including this unseen Aurora blue edition. The new LEDs used in the fall/winter line up have been revamped to allow additional brightness, which alongside a battery life that has been extended to an impressive 7 years illustrates the brand’s commitment to technology. Water and Shock-resistant as ever, look out for the G-100s at G-shock retailers worldwide imminently.

VERTU Constellation Quest Collection

The world’s first and most expensive mobile phone brand Vertu, introduces the new N73 Constellation Quest Collection. Straying away from the typical large LCD screen display that most smart phones phones have, the N73 displays a steel chrome body with black leather accents. Thin and compact, the phone has a key pad with pyramid shape keys and a camera lens in the back. While the phone boosts a price tag that would make even the hottest phone on the market blush, the craftsmanship and innovative design behind this style makes this the phone to own. For more information on this phone visit VERTU.