Saturday, February 14, 2015

The $1 Million USD Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG | IamJuanC



The Mercedes-Benz G63 is one the most powerful vehicles offered by the German automaker, and arguably on the market as a whole. The luxurious yet rugged G-Wagon exceeds many of the requirements needed for city roads. However, that doesn’t stop the developers at Inkas Group from enhancing the vehicle. Targeted at paranoid consumers with ample discretionary income, the Toronto-based armored vehicle specialists will fortify your car, removing any doubt in the car’s security — for a small fee of $1 million USD. Fit for any head of state, the specialized car painted in an ominous matte black, and includes a completely protected exterior impenetrable by bullets various calibers, an armored floor designed to withstand explosive detonation, and security cameras around the car to remove any peripherals. For more of the vehicle’s specs, visit Inkas Armored.






Friday, February 13, 2015

Gucci Names Alessandro Michele its New Creative Director | IamJuanC



Following the departure of Frida Giannini as creative director after nine years, Gucci  will soon announceAlessandro Michele as her successor. Although relatively unknown to the fashion world, Michele, 42, took charge of the fashion house’s 2015 fall/winter collection after Giannini’s earlier-than-expected exit. He subsequently delivered an androgynous range of menswear that harked back to the sexy Tom Ford days of the label. As far as his resumé is concerned, Michele worked as an associate to Giannini, overseeing leather goods, shoes, jewelry and homeware. In September, he added the role of creative director of porcelain maker Richard Ginori 1735 SpA, which Gucci bought back in 2013.

Kanye West for adidas Originals Yeezy 750 Boost | IamJuanC



Having seen glimpses of the coveted adidas Originals Yeezy 750 Boost in the lead up to New York Fashion Week, along with its official unveiling on the runway, we now get a closer look at the coveted sneaker. A bold mix of luxurious and technical accents, the high-top’s minimal design is comprised of a suede upper, with a perforated toebox, forefoot strap and lateral zip-up closure detailing the piece. A white rubber sole features subtle debossed branding, and boasts adidas’ boost cushioning technology, providing both comfort and performance. Coinciding with the upcoming All Star Weekend, the Kanye West  x adidas Originals Yeezy 750 Boost  will be released on February 14 at select adidas Originals retailers throughout New York for $350 USD, and worldwide on February 28.





Samsung BEND Concept Tablet Has Flexible Screen | IamJuanC



Robrecht Vanhauwere has designed a new concept for a Samsung tablet. Dubbed BEND, the tablet features a new silhouette with a folded edge-like base and a screen that’s bendable up to 50 degrees, with same dimensions as a sheet of A4 paper as well. The design enables multiple positions to cater to the user’s typing or reading preferences such as horizontal and presentation modes. Check out the rest of Vanhauwere’s design work by clicking here.

SWYP Card is Ready to Replace All of the Cards in Your Wallet | IamjuanC


Aiming to stand out from a project that has been embarked on many times before, SWYP Card is a modern answer to ergonomic shopping. Equipped with a built-in display to let you know exactly how much money you have available on each of your linked accounts, the SWYP Card can be used in place of credit, debit, gift and loyalty cards. With the impressive capability of learning your spending habits, the card will always place your most popular payments at the top of its companion application when browsing transactions. Interested parties can investigate SWYP here.

Gotham Air is the Uber for Helicopters | IamJuanC



Taking a cab through the bustling streets of New York City to catch a flight at JFK or Newark Liberty during rush hour may be a challenge if you’re in a hurry, but a new aerial ridesharing company can get you there in just 6 minutes. Gotham Air lets customers book a helicopter flight less than an hour in advance via their website, which will depart from a helipad in downtown Manhattan. A flight is priced at $219 USD, but for a limited time Gotham Air is offering a $99 USD fair for first-timers. For a flight to be confirmed at least four people will have to reserve a spot. The service is available between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. for now, but the schedule could see an expansion if the demand for choppers goes up in the future.