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31 May 2007

Touch Screen Tabletop Gaming Console with Joystick

If you are over arcade gaming then you can make a shift towards elite touch screen gaming units that are packed with the latest technology and are perfect for tabletop placement like this Megatouch Elite Edge ION. The gaming unit packs in a list of features including 15 inch touch-screen, electronic operator key access which gives one-touch access to all operator functions, over 160 games, full motion video, stunning 3-D graphics, instant zero-setup wireless linking, jukebox linking capability and 40GB hard drive. The Megatouch unit has an edge over the other tabletop gaming units for it features both a touch screen, and a joystick for those tricky games. The unit sells for £3,500.

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posted by Bagirata Community at 11:41 PM 26 Comments

TEAC’s VPI HR-X1 Turntable

If you have a taste for high-end audio and don’t mind spending richly for a hi-end craftsmanship then the run-of-the-mill speakers and audio systems then this $19,000 TEAC’s VPI HR-X1 turntable is meant to satiate your affluent tastes! The VPI HR-X from TEAC features a belt driven, 50-mm thick acrylic plate which floats on an air suspension system at 33.3 or 45rpm. The turntable features 24 extremely, 300rpm AC synchronous motors and it weighs approximately 52.5kg. But, in case you are considering buying this, we have another option in the same range, $19,000 ClearAudio Master Reference Turntable.

posted by Bagirata Community at 11:37 PM 1 Comments

Microsoft Unveils $10K Touch Sensitive Tabletop

The interactive tabletop concepts and Touch Sensitive Gaming Table from Philips and the trend of digital furniture continues with Microsoft introducing its touch-sensitive, Minority Report Table called Microsoft Surface. The touch sensitive table features a 30-inch screen embedded in an acrylic tabletop.
The tabletop uses cameras under the display to detect touches, and it can handle multiple touches at the same time. The table features a range of intuitive applications like painting with surface, virtual concierge, interacting with digital content like downloading contents from a digital camera with Wi-Fi capabilities when placed on the display. It can also read bar codes and identification tags embedded in objects for varied purposes. And, all this innovation does not come cheaply for an initial price of $10,000.
Check-out a complete slideshow at PCMag.

posted by Bagirata Community at 11:30 PM 1 Comments

World’s Oldest Camera Auctioned off for Nearly $800,000

Any of you antique lovers out there must have heard of the “Daguerreotype.” Well, the world’s oldest commercially-produced camera, an 1839 Susse Freres wooden box Daguerreotype camera, was auctioned off in Vienna on May 25th for about US $792,000 (nearly 600000 Euros) to an anonymous bidder. The ancestor of modern photography was made by French firm Susse Freres and was found in a German attic. The Daguerreotype camera is crafted out of soft wood and weighs somewhere between 11 and 13 pounds. Well, the pictures developed by this camera exist only once and cannot be reproduced. Bids for this antique piece were placed from around the world, including South Korea, Japan, the U.S. and France. The starting bidding price was $134,610.

posted by Bagirata Community at 11:25 PM 1 Comments

29 May 2007

Brionvega’s New Alpha TV with Built-in DVD Player

The new generation of Brionvega TV has recently been re-launched by the design company V12 at the Milan Design Week. The latest offering from Brionvega is this ultra-stylish Italian design LCD TV titled “Alpha” that features integrated DVD player.
Alpha is made of two sleek elements joint by a chromed steel frame. The innovative design allows the base to hold the electronics and the DVD player for a clean look and portable appeal. Use of die cast aluminium imparts it the shiny looks. No word on the screen size or if it’s just a concept can yet be known!

via DavidReport

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posted by Bagirata Community at 9:27 PM 0 Comments

High-tech Luxury Yachts

Magnificent, majestic, royal, breathtaking, and graceful are the words that describe the real meaning of luxury yachts. For the superyacht owners, the world is one big playground and they have the playthings to prove it.

There has been an incessant increase in the count and fame of large private luxury yachts over the last two decades. This list of top 12 high-tech luxury travel yachts will tell you that these are not just another means of transport over the water but a style statement too. Let’s not waste any more time and take a look at these spectacular beauties.

Sea Dream
Charter price: US$ 315000 to US $700000 per week
The splendid 344-foot Sea Dream luxury yacht lets large groups submerge straight into an unforgettable luxury experience. The most striking thing on Sea Dream is its exceptional cuisine.
The list of the lavish on-board amenities include ‘open air’ area with spectacular water views, dining salon, new boardroom area, bar cocktails, library with many games, Asian Spa and Wellness Center, beauty salon, 3 steam showers, 2 treatment rooms, and a sauna, separate guest’s ensuite bathroom, and flat screen TV & DVD & CD players throughout the 195 square foot of living area.


Excellence III
Built by: Abeking & Rasmussen
Charter Price: US $365000 to $385000 per week
The luxury motor yacht Excellence III charters both the Mediterranean and Caribbean waterways. The interiors are a perfect intermingling of mahogany, harmonized by myrtle and honey onyx. The yacht accommodates 12 people in its six luxurious guest cabins, of which four are king-size.
Luxury yacht Excellence III offers two Windsurfers, two kayaks, two 800hp Yamaha Wave runner jet skis, various knee boards, water skis, inflatable toys, snorkeling equipment, rendezvous diving and fishing tackle. The innards of the luxury yacht features a LINN music system, a Plasma screen TV in guests and master cabins, the Sky lounge (convertible to full theatre), a gymnasium, and a steam shower.

Atmosphere
Built by: Perini Navi in 2000
Charter Price: US $ 210,000
The 174ft Atmosphere luxury yacht offers exceptionally spacious accommodation for its 14 guests, thanks to the 11.40m beam. The interiors of the yacht have been designed to the best of Perini standards.
The interiors of the super yacht are festooned with russet-toned fabrics with shades of orange and gold, and graceful cherry-wood joinery. Dining room can be changed into a conference room in case of any business meetings. Other facilities include a main saloon, a sauna, separate Turkish bath, satellite TV/DVD/video/stereo throughout the yacht, and Jacuzzi dip pool.

Virginian
Built by: Van Lent in 1990
Charter Price: US$294000 per week
The Virginian luxury yacht is well-known for its fabulous design and outstanding technical specifications. At 203 feet, Virginian offers accommodation for 12 guests in six cabins.
The yacht features an array of lavish facilities such as an on-deck Jacuzzi, a mosaic octopus in the master bathroom, a bar, abundant dining space on the sundeck, and, interestingly, a library with built-in bookcases.

Senses
Designed by: Martin Francis
Charter Price: US$ 240000 to US $250000 per week
The inimitable charter yacht enriches you with the four-wheel-drive option as compared to the conventional yachts. If you take a look at the robust exteriors, you can’t even think of the lavish, beautiful interiors with which the “Senses” is festooned with. Designed by Martin Francis, the interiors are decked with wonderful wood with cream soft furnishings.
The Senses is equipped with all the latest luxury amenities such as satellite television, stereo music systems, Jacuzzi pool, gym, and sauna. The motor yacht offers charter accommodation for up to 12 guests.

Leander
Built by: Peene shipyard, Germany in 1994
Charter Price: US$ 490,000 per week
The yacht Leander is one of the largest yachts build over the last decade with all the latest luxury facilities. The 75 meter full displacement yacht offers excellent accommodation spread over 3 deck levels, with utterly private VIP apartments.
The luxury mega yacht touts lavish dining room, observation lounge, panoramic windows, custom pool with Jacuzzi, audio/visual equipment a bar, sauna, barbeque, and a modern gym.

Trimaran
Price: $2.4 million
Designed by: Craig Loomes
The most extreme design that you will see in the Yacht industry is apparently designed by Craig Loomes and resembles a futuristic boat for your recreational sea voyages. Although the Trimaran, which looks like something from a Star Trek movie, is not the fastest out there but can surely be taken as one of the world’s most extreme superyacht.
The 148-meter hull boasts of split-level luxury staterooms offering room for up to 28 guests. The top speed for this yacht is 50 knots when all of the 33,000 HP kicks is utilized. At a cruising speed of 40 knots the range is over 3,000 miles. The unique thing about this luxury Trimaran is the long, slim center hull flanked by two narrow side hulls that provide stability.
The luxury amenities available on board are a swimming pool, hot tub, rooms for sunbathing, a grand piano and bar, a helicopter pad, a grand hall and an internal harbor.

Frank Mulder Gigayacht
Designed by: Naval architect Frank Mulder of Mulder Design
The Frank Mulder Gigayacht is claimed by many to be the most expensive item ever sold on eBay for a purchase price of $168,000,000. Now, a Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich owns this beauty. The ultra-luxury yacht boasts of luxurious master suite on deck that features luxury office area, salon, cinema room, fitness room, two person cabin for children, body guards. The stunning yacht also features helicopter garage in the bow with retractable elevator, two fabulous multi-level VIP Suites with panoramic windows, sixteen luxurious oversized guest cabins.

Annaliesse
Charter Price: US $840,000 per week
One of the world’s most impressive yachts, the Annaliesse, which also topped the list of “world’s most expensive yachts” by Forbes, was taken off the charter market in March 2007 and sold to a private owner.
The 280 feet yacht features room for 36 guests in 18 cabins, 1,184 square foot main stateroom offering panoramic views, private deck, his and hers walk-in closets and marble bath with Jacuzzi, full-service spa, bars, salon, a sundeck with Jacuzzi and helipad a library/theater room with a 100-inch screen.
The owner’s stateroom is equipped with a king-size bed, a 42-inch FFFD TV and panoramic windows that can be covered with a remote control. The yacht has a range of 7000 nautical miles with a top speed of 18 knots. The queen of the ocean was up for an asking price of $95.448 million.
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Maltese Falcon
Built by: Italian Perini Navi Yachts
Owned by: American Millionaire Tom Perkins
Cruising on the waves is simply different and exotic with the Maltese Falcon. The 87.5 meters luxury sailing yacht is the world’s largest and fastest personal sailboat controlled by its three gigantic 57-meter tall free-standing masts. The credit for its record shattering speeds goes to the DynaRig under its hood.
We can’t ignore the lavish amenities that come on-board with the Maltese Falcon. It comes equipped with all the state-of-art luxury décor and features of a large mega yacht. The stunning yacht, which is a prefect blend of design and technology, is providing ‘Atlantic crossings in ten days’ offer.
The other things on the beautiful beast for the geeks are 4 laser sailing boats, 6 full sets of dive gear, water skis, snorkeling gear, Technogym, audio-visual devices, 50-inch plasma in main salon, SAT TV and DVD throughout the boat. All the four guest suites have 42-inch plasmas while the “Passage Cabin” located at the upper deck has a 32-inch plasma display. For the true audiophiles, Maltese Falcon boasts B & O surround sound all the way through the vessel. VSAT takes care of the wireless internet connectivity.

Octopus
Built by: German shipbuilder Lürssen in Bremen
Owned by: Paul Allen, Microsoft’s billionare
The luxury private yacht Octopus cost Paul Allen over $200 million and has a total crew of sixty members. The beauty comes loaded with high-tech features like the “marina dock” for the custom main tender and the mini-sub.
At 414 feet, the Octopus boasts alfresco dining, support for three helicopters on the top deck, and remote control submarine. To keep the beast in excellent working condition, an annual budget of $20 million is needed.

Rising Sun
Built by: Lürssen in Bremen, Germany
Owned by: Larry Ellison (Head of Oracle Corp.)
Larry Ellison’s Rising Sun is a simple gigantic at 452 feet & 8-inches. The exteriors of the large luxury yacht are been designed by late Jon Bannenberg and the interior by Laura Seccombe. Larry went for the Rising Sun because some people say that he wanted to own a bigger yacht than Paul Allen’s Octopus.
The long list of luxury things on-board include a colossal swimming pool, all-embracing wine cellar, a cinema, basketball court that also works as a helicopter pad, suites for 16 guests, and space for private submarine. The production cost of the big Rising Sun is said to be US$200+. The privately owned yacht boasts 8 000 square meters of total living space.
Passing reference:
• WallyIsland
Wallypower yachts are well known among luxury circles. The company is also working on a 325-foot yacht with a colossal deck area of 1,000 sq. mtr. to accommodate state-of-art luxurious amenities and facilities including a deep water pool, a heli pad, mini soccer court, tennis court and garden oasis with trees! WallyIsland, as it is aptly called will be customizable, so you can actually design a boat of your own, just like you always wanted!

• Hull 6154
Some unknown Russian tycoon is being rumored to be making the world’s most expensive privately owned yacht. At 438 feet, the so-called Hull 6154 will feature seven decks, 15 state rooms, Jacuzzis, a gym, two helicopter pads and storage space for a submarine and is said to bring back $270 million. The super-sized private yacht is being built by Fincantieri, one of the world’s leading yacht builders at its base in Genoa

• Angelina Jolie and beau Brad Pitt’s $138m yacht
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are being reported to have commissioned a 280-foot-long Italian luxury yacht for $268 million. The yacht will come festooned with a swimming pool, a heliport, and a submarine, and is expected for delivery in 2009. They have ordered the luxury yacht from the luxury shipbuilder Privilege Yard SpA.

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Pop-Up TV-Liquor Cabinet

This Pop-Up TV-Liquor Cabinet will help you be secretive about your drinking habit, besides giving you something to boast about to your buddies! This motorized unit is designed by AUTON Motorized Systems. This Pop-up Liquor cabinet features a combination of television/liquor cabinet, so you can enjoy a football match with a drink in your hand. You can also choose a hand-carved version, which is operated by wireless remote control. Also, check-out the company’s complete catalogue that features unique pop-up entertainment centers, pop-up Safe and much more!

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28 May 2007

Inada Massage Chair Synchronizes with Your Home Entertainment System

We have earlier told you about a range of massage chairs that provides you a combination of massages and also features built-in multimedia specs to entertain you for a completely rejuvenating experience. But, Inada W.1 Massage Chair is not just another one of the sorts. This is the world’s first massage chair that synchronizes music and sound generated from a home entertainment system with massage. Every time you start up one of the healthcare programs, the Inada massage chair first scans your body with infrared sensors to detect the main tsubo pressure points. The automatic program begins while the sensor data is processed and the rollers return to your shoulders to knead them five times in succession. You can also fine-tune the starting position by adjusting the “shoulder position” button on the remote control.

Synchroniser includes amplifier unit and speaker head rest, which connects the massage chair with your home entertainment system. Your massage will be keyed to the music and sounds in the bass range, tapping and back vibration for the treble range and leg vibration. And, if you are a die-hard fan of rock music then don’t worry! You can adjust the bass and treble levels using “UP and “DOWN” buttons. The massage chair provides full body relief by stimulating shiatsu points. Besides, the massage chair also features moveable arm rest and fully retractable foot rest for maximum comfort. No word on the price can be had from the product site.

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posted by Bagirata Community at 7:48 PM 4 Comments

27 May 2007

Retractable Outdoor Entertainment Set for Your Outdoors

The recent home interiors trend has made it clear that outdoors are the new indoors! And, if you want your outdoors to be reflect your rich lifestyle then one thing you need is an outdoor theater in your backyard to entertain you and your guests and make your outdoor party a talk of the town. We have earlier told you about a number of inflatable screen options for that drive-in experience right in the comforts of your backyard. But, this Outdoor Entertainment Set from PBteen stands-out in its league.
The oversized, retractable projection screen is framed in hardwood and paired with a hardwood stage, creating the ultimate luxury outdoor entertainment set-up. The screen retracts inside when not in use to make it look like a stage for your dramatic events for your outdoor party. The screen frame measures 79.5″ sq. and two pieces combine to form a 96 x 48 x 7″ h. stage. The outdoor set-up costs $1,899 exclusive of the projector.

posted by Bagirata Community at 10:52 AM 0 Comments

Harley Hearse for Harley Davidson Enthusiasts

We have earlier told you about The Kasiyan, the coffin motorcycle trailer to ride in style even after death. And, if you are a Harley Davidson fanatic then you don’t need to shift your loyalties from Harley’s with this particular Harley hearse. The three-wheeled motorcycle pulls a custom-built, carriage-style hearse to make sure your final ride is as stylish as your life had been! This special Harley is created by the owners of a chain of Long Island funeral homes for a cost of $100,000. The black and chrome motorcycle is a 2006 Road King Classic and the black hearse is a replica of a 19th-century horse-drawn carriage which features sconces in each corner, a large window on each side and burgundy and gold curtains. It can fit caskets up to 39 inches wide.

posted by Bagirata Community at 10:43 AM 0 Comments

25 May 2007

Ford Mondeo

If you are sensitive to pollen and dust then summer season is not as much fun for you. But, if you have made proper arrangements to keep your surroundings pollen-free and have even got Manner Jet, the pollen cleansing booth for your office then the next thing you need is this all-new Ford Mondeo that is the perfect vehicle for anybody that suffers with environmental allergies. The new Ford Mondeo is not just the most technologically advanced car ever launched by Ford in Europe but it has also been awarded the German TUV Rhineland group’s “Allergy Tested Interior” seal of approval. The car’s interior materials were selected in order to minimise the allergy risk to the lowest possible level. All components likely to have direct and prolonged skin contact such as the steering wheel and seat covers, floor mats and seat belts were dermatologically tested. The company has avoided using materials such as latex, chrome and nickel that can provoke allergic reactions in some people. Together with Ford of Europe, the Ford Ka, Focus, S-MAX and Galaxy now also offers TUV allergy certification. The new Mondeo goes on sale in Europe later this month.

posted by Bagirata Community at 10:53 PM

24 May 2007

LOOX and Smarts!

The Pocket LOOX N100 is a personal navigational system that works for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. It is smaller than a wallet and fits conveniently inside any pocket. It can be positioned on a car's dashboard in seconds, and removed just as quickly. There is lot packed into this 64-megabyte monster. The heavy-duty handheld personal navigation device weighs only 3.9 ounces. It has a 2.8-inch screen and measures out at 3.4 by 2 inches. It is just a tad over one-half of an inch thick. Aside from being the smallest and lightest personal navigational device on the market, it also is an MP3 player, a video player, and a photo viewer. The Pocket LOOX N100 features touch-screen guidance, 2-D and 3-D map views, intuitive menus, clear-voice guidance, lane directions, and automatic speed warnings. Searches can be done by city or address. Point-of-interest or categorical searches such as restaurants, hotels, shopping venues, and sightseeing destinations also are easy to activate.
The unit also comes with car mounts, a car charger, a lithium-ion battery, two faceplates, a pair of headphones, a mini SD card, and a USB cable. Its battery is fully rechargeable in four hours when not in use. Battery operating time depends on scope of features in use. An AC adapter is available too. It is out-of-the-box ready and simple to operate. The Pocket LOOX N100 is made by Fujitsu Siemens and powered by Navigon's MobileNavigator software. Navigon is the overseer of distribution in the U.S. and Canada. The Navigon 5100 and the Navigon 7100 are new navigational products that will available soon. Check the company's Web site for more details. LOOX like a winner!

For LxM James Rothaar

posted by Bagirata Community at 2:39 PM

Ferrari 575M Maranello

The Ferrari 575M Maranello is an updated version of the Ferrari 550, which was released in 2002. The model number indicates the engine's capacity inliters, while the "M" is an abbreviation for "modificato" or modified. It is never easy to improve upon perfection, but once again, Ferrari has done it. Sleekly designed by Pininfarina, as expected, the 575M Maranello has a newly designed interior and minor changes to the exterior.
Here is a big surprise. The 575M Maranello, with its V12, 5.7-liter 515 horsepower engine, is more powerful than its predecessor. Metrically speaking, it goes from zero to 100km/h(62 mph) in a stomach flopping 4.2 seconds. Fortunately, the brakes have been upgraded, too, with larger discs. Top speed on this mechanical magnum opus is 325 km/h, which translates to an invigorating 202 mph!

This wingless speed vessel has two renderings, the Superamerica and the GTC Handling Package. The Supermerica is an inventive convertible Berlinetta version of the 575M Maranello, with a limited production run of 559. The GTC package features Ferrari's third ceramic composite-brake system. Previously, the Enzo and the F430 featured this same brake system, which is based upon the firm's Formula One technology.
So, if you can handle the equilibrium-altering performance and the $224,000 plus base price, this is your Ferrari. Ciao!

For LxM James Rothaar

posted by Bagirata Community at 2:15 PM

Luxe on the Links with a Berline Cart

Luxury Golf Carts : Being behind the wheel of a Berline luxury golf cart makes a great day on the links an extraordinary experience. Regardless of a golfer's handicap or skill level, driving one of these makes the owner a bona fide player. Berline Cart presents five ways to leave a lasting impression at the local country club with the Smoothster, the Berline LS, the Berline LSV, the Escalade and the Escalade ESV. The Escalade ESV and the Berline LSV have backseats and enough space to hold up to six passengers. The Escalade ESV can be modified to a four-seater and have a trunk back and cover added to it. All Berline golf carts include self-adjusting rack-and pinion steering, custom paint, alloy wheels, cloth or vinyl seats, headlights, taillights, and turning lights. The motor and chassis are made by Club Car. A 48-volt motor powers the carts, which is the equivalent of a 3.75-horsepower engine. Top speed is nearly 20 mph forward and 9 mph in reverse.
The quiet-running engine goes around 40 miles before needing its battery recharged. Extra goodies can be added on as well. Optional equipment includes a set of 15-inch rims and a grille by Billet, a removable hardtop, a chrome tilt-steering wheel, a set of fog lights, an Alpine sound system, a golf-bag holder and a bag hitch. Additional extras or extensive customization work also is doable upon request. The fiberglass-body golf carts are ready within two to three weeks. The approximate price range for base models is $14,000 to $17,000. The Escalade and Escalade ESV are officially licensed products by GM. Berline's Web site indicates that a 2007 Cadillac Escalade is forthcoming.

For LxM James Rothaar

posted by Bagirata Community at 1:57 PM

22 May 2007

Gold-plated Benz Smart Fortwo Glows in Style

Why the heck should we talk about some gold plated handset, MP3 player, or a laptop when we have a gold plated car with us? We have already told you about the blingy diamond covered Mercedes SL-Class, gold plated Porsche, and an all-chrome BMW. Now, the latest entrant to the decked-out editions in the ultra-opulent luxury car list is the Benz Smart Fortwo.
Recently, Brock Alloy Wheels exhibited its gold plated Benz Smart tuning-car during Tuning World Bodensee 2007. This customized golden car has been flawlessly designed for your everyday life. The smart golden car offers a blend of comfort, safety, ecology and driving fun, and most significantly, low CO2 emission figures. Is there anyone out here who knows the price figure for this golden car?


posted by Bagirata Community at 7:55 PM

Vertu Celebrates Summertime with Strawberries and Cream

You surely have been living in caves if you haven’t heard about the luxury cellphone maker Vertu. The Nokia’s luxury division Vertu has now strawberries and cream to celebrate this summer. Well, I am not talking about the fruits but yet another exceptional edition version of Ascent luxury mobile phone. The Special Edition Strawberry and Cream models add an inimitable pierced leather back in either a cream or strawberry color to match the surface of the seasonal fruit. The luxury phone touts a high-performance 20 mm hands-free loudspeakers with advance Yamaha polyphonic hardware and sapphire-coated LCD. The meticulously-made stainless steel keys and the bling thing will further add to its cost. As usual, the pricing is unknown but Vertu lovers can find the special edition Strawberry and Cream handsets in Vertu stores worldwide by June.

posted by Bagirata Community at 7:53 PM

Weber Sportcars Design a Bugatti Veyron-killer

Top Marques Monaco show is all about fastest, gorgeous, and most exclusive sports cars in the world. Now, Swiss company Weber Sportcars has revealed its plans to exhibit a carbon-fiber super sportscar at the show. The company aims to snatch the title of the fastest street legal sports car, which is currently held by the startling Bugatti Veyron.
The 177.2-inch two-seater boasts a supercharged 900-horsepower, 7.0-liter engine under its hood. The 775 pound-feet of torque lets the vehicle to get from zero to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds while the top speed is said to be over 249mph (400km/h). Sadly, the new super sportscar doesn’t stand anywhere close to $1 million Bugatti Veyron in the designing part.

posted by Bagirata Community at 7:50 PM

Russia’s New Golden Eagle Luxury Train

I have always dreamt of taking a luxury train ride but unfortunately couldn’t make it. Anyhow, you can explore the places on wheels with a style on the Golden Eagle, the Russia’s new super-luxury tourist train. The luxury train is an upshot of $25 million mutual Russian-British project. It took its first run on 6th May from Moscow to Vladivostok. The 12 new sleeping cars of the elite train have been estranged into two classes, Gold and Silver. The cabins tout all the luxury amenities, including state of the art DVD/CD player, LCD screens, audio system, air conditioning, heated floors and furniture, and wardrobe space. Other than the shower cabins, hairdressing salon, and the medical room, the Golden Eagle also has a lavishly designed bar car.

The 21-carriage train offers food that includes Russian and Siberian dishes ranging from pelmeni to black caviar and vodka. Gold class has an area of 77 sq ft. while the silver class cabins are somewhat smaller at 60 square feet but boast the same facilities. The 14-day rail trip will set you back $16,000 to $19,000, depending on class of service.

posted by Bagirata Community at 7:47 PM

Jacuzzi Morphosis’ Stylish Omega Steam Shower

Luxury steam shower units have become all rage these days. We have earlier introduced you to the Luxor hydro massage bathtub and the Divapor’s Utopia Steam Sauna. Now, blessed with state of the art style and innovation, the Jacuzzi Morphosis Omega Steam Shower with Hydromassage is here to make your bathroom more luxurious. Designed collectively with Pininfarina, a famed car design company, the Omega Omega comes equipped with a high-performance steam generator, ergonomic teak wood sitting, built-in rain shower, and four hydromassage jets. The spacious unit offers total comfort in both the seated and standing positions. You can opt for either the transparent or darkened color for the fittings. The limited edition Omega steam shower will go on sale in June for $27,126.

posted by Bagirata Community at 7:40 PM

BMW Designers Help Acer Design Luscious Gemstone Laptops

While most of the laptop makers are busy popping out Santa Rosa-equipped laptops in the market, Acer seems to have some different plans. The company’s design team has worked with BMW Group Designworks USA to launch four new luscious, glossy laptops that come with a lustrous interior. The new lineup dubbed Gemstone includes four new models, the Aspire 5720, the 5920, 7720 and the high-end 9920. The last one rocks a 20-inch display, camera, digital TV tuner and HD DVD drive. Moreover, these four machines are the first to incorporate Dolby Home Theatre Virtual Surround-approved while a few of them will come with the option of Intel’s TurboMemory technology codenamed Robson. Forget the innards; the only thing that Acer wants here is to offer its customer some beautifully designed machines. There is no word on pricing at the moment.

posted by Bagirata Community at 7:38 PM

KEF’s Limited Edition MUON Speakers

Another treat for the uber-rich audiophiles! British manufacturer KEF has now dropped limited edition Ross Lovegrove-designed MUON speakers, of which just one-hundred pairs will be made. The MUON has been carved from super-formed aluminum and malleable sheets of heated aluminum that bless it with an inimitable shape. The 7-feet tall beautifully crafted four-way speaker system are technically quite sound with the powerful bass drivers, upper mid-range and treble. They have managed to double the available volume proficiently by adsorbing air molecules by activated carbon, thanks to the Acoustic Compliance Enhancement (ACE) technology. Hey, you know very well that such high quality, such a beautifully designed set of speakers won’t come cheap. Yes, they are priced at $130,000 per pair. Check out the other luxury speakers too.

posted by Bagirata Community at 7:35 PM

Rolls Royce Auction to Help Fight Cancer

Here is some great news for Rolls-Royce lovers. Real-estate developer Richard J. Solove, who is well-known for his collection of Rolls Royce cars, is keen to see a cure for cancer. At the age of 82, he wants to do something for the betterment of mankind and to do that, he will auction off 13 of the 14 Rolls Royce cars in his collection late this summer and the auctioned money will be given to the Arthur G. James Cancer hospital and its affiliates to aid cancer research. He hopes to generate $15 million or more with this auction. For your info, he has already gifted $20 million to the hospital back in 1998. The rare collection includes the oldest Silver Ghost in the world, a 1907 Rolls-Royce. The auction will be carried out in Pebble Beach, CA in the month of August. It’s like killing two birds with one stone for the vintage car lovers as they could own a classic Rolls Royce and help fight cancer.

posted by Bagirata Community at 7:32 PM

Steinway Lyngdorf’s Model-D Music System

Well, I don’t think that there are any ardent audiophiles out here who haven’t heard of the esteemed 154-year old piano maker Steinway & Sons. Now, the company has partnered with Lyngdorf Audio founder Peter Lyngdorf to take wraps off the new line of brilliant, uber, and ultra-high end audio visual systems. The joint venture called Steinway Lyngdorf claim to deliver an “unsurpassed performance, exceptional value and, most importantly, an extraordinary experience for discerning clientele the world over.” The novel offering in the limelight is the Model-D, a $150,000 music system that packs a complete set of speakers and receiver flaunting Lyngdorf’s RoomPerfect automatic acoustic calibration system. Sadly, less than 100 models of the Model-D will be made available at the launch. So, try your luck guys!

via Engadget

Tags: Steinway & Sons, Lyngdorf Audio, Peter Lyngdorf, Model-D
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