Safari is technically a platform on its own, separate from the App Store. Until the day that Gatekeeper comes to iOS, it will continue to be the most open way for users to access information on Apple’s mobile devices. But besides iCloud Tabs and Reading List, Mobile Safari has remained basically unchanged since its unveiling, in 2007. More »
The iPad Mini’s form factor needs a bit of getting used to, but it doesn’t take long before your forget that it’s smaller than an iPad and that you start trying to get things done on it. In order to type quicker than with the touchscreen, you’ll want a keyboard of some kind. This folio combines a sturdy case with a diminutive keyboard, just for the iPad Mini.
The iPad Mini Leather Bluetooth Keyboard Case is made out of leather. The folio holds the iPad Mini tight and it’s quite secure. The keyboard isn’t the slimmest that I’ve seen, but it works well. It can be recharged via mini USB cable. The keyboard is waterproof, and dust and water resistant. While it’s not the thinnest, when combined with the iPad Mini, it’s still about the size of a book, which is actually a pretty nice form-factor.
You can get yours for $39.95(USD) over at iPad Mates, which is a lot cheaper than some of the name brand Bluetooth iPad keyboards out there.
YouTube has taken its One Channel design out of beta and made it available for all who want it. The design looks quite different than what users are currently using, and offers many features and improvements that both casual and career YouTubers will appreciate. The features are designed to help users score new subscribers, have snazzy-looking channels across multiple devices, and curate their content.
With the One Channel design, users can designate a video as a channel trailer that will only be presented to individuals who aren’t subscribers. The trailer is a welcomed feature that allows users to showcase their best work, or to sticky a promotional video that encourages users to subscribe for more. In addition, channel art has been optimized to scale to screens of all sizes, preventing ugly channel designs. Links to both merchandise and social accounts are displayed.
Another welcomed feature is the ability to form playlists of one’s own content and other YouTube content. The playlists are prominently displayed for subscribers to view, providing an opportunity to sort one’s own content into groups, such as “My Best Videos,” and to create collections of relevant, funny, or otherwise enjoyable videos from other users. Ensuring maximum visibility, users are also taken to the complete channel upon clicking on it from the guide, rather than just being presented with the activity feed.
YouTube has provided several already-switched profiles that you can check out to get a feel for the new design, such as MysteryGuitarMan. Switching to the new look is as simple as following this link, then clicking the button asking if you want to switch. Are you using the new design? Let us know what you think in the comments!
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Because the classically versatile red Solo cup pretty much signifies party time, there’s something unclassy about downing anything but crappy beer and jungle juice from it. But what if the red cup’s design was converted to a wine glass? Or a martini glass? Or a chalice? Or a shot cup? Oh so classy now. More »
Designed exclusively for plant lovers who just can’t seem to get organized enough to keep their greenery alive, Stefano Claudio Bison’s sponge pots absorb and hold onto as much moisture as possible every time they’re watered. The pots are made from the same kind of sponges you wash your dishes or car with, and unlike boring clay pots they also come in a variety of fun colors. More »
From time to time, I’ve had a comfortable office chair. Though when you move, change jobs, etc., chairs seem to get a lower priority than more essential things. That being said, there’s something good about having a well-designed chair, which will let you sit for hours without feeling uncomfortable.
While there are plenty of ergonomic chairs designed for working at a desk or computer, the Steelcase Gesture Chair was designed to be used comfortably with tablets and smartphones. The chair has got articulated arms that will adjust to support your arms and back, whether you’re holding your phone, tablet or laptop.
It will support a wide variety of different postures and sitting positions, whilst always giving the right amount of support. This should work whether you’re touch-typing on your keyboard or browsing sites on your iPad.
The Steelcase Gesture Chair will be available this fall.
Buildings made of ice. We’re not talking about that novelty bar you visited on a trip to Vegas. We’re talking incredible, impressive, complete structures built in the grand tradition of Ice Palaces all over the world. More »
For its next supercar, Lamborghini has continued its exploration of sharp angles. The Veneno was designed as a “hypercar” to celebrate Lamborghini’s 50th anniversary. I’ll take two, please.
The Lamborghini Veneno is one of the most striking street-legal cars that I’ve ever seen. It’s based on the Aventador, and has a 6.5-liter V12 producing 750 horsepower, which will propel you up to 220 miles per hour. It features lots of carbon-fiber reinforced polymer to reduce weight. The crazy angles are there to optimize aerodynamics and include a front splitter, rear diffuser, massive rear wing, and a shark-like fin running all along the spine of the roof.
Sadly, only three people on Earth will get to own it. With an approximate price of $4.5 million (USD) price tag, only petrolheads with vast sums of money to burn will be driving these. Naturally, all three have already been sold.
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