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Lamborghini Gallardo – Italian Police

Posted by Baroti – April 24, 2009

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Lamborghini has donated a police version of the company’s newest super sports car, Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia. The Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia powered by 560 horsepower engine that can reach speeds of up to 203 mph. It sported a recording video system, as soon as police officers discover a suspicious driver, with the help of GPS data, the device can calculate the location, direction of movement and speed of the Lamborghini. Using radio data transmission, the video system in the Gallardo Polizia transfers its images in real time to the relevant police station. More→

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Monologue

Posted by Baroti – April 6, 2009

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In what has to be one of the most memorable monologues in modern cinema today. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button was a film that portrayed the theme that in the end we are who we are, and at anytime we can embrace that one self. The following is a monologue by Brad Pitt’s character in the film: More→

Happy April Fool’s – Conficker.C Worm

Posted by Baroti – March 31, 2009

(CNN) — Remember the dire predictions surrounding the “millennium bug?” The doom-and-gloom scenarios bandied about by security analysts on how computers could act when their clocks turned to January 1, 2000?

Well, researchers are hoping that a potential April Fools’ time bomb — the Conficker.c that is supposed to hit computers on April 1 — turns out to be equally unfounded.

But realizing that hope alone is not a prudent option, here is a primer on the worm so you can adequately prepare yourself — and your computer. More→

Where the Wild Things Are – Movie Trailer

Posted by Baroti – March 31, 2009

Spike Jonze long awaited adaptation of Maurice Sendak’s classic children’s story comes to fruition in this live action film, where Max, a disobedient little boy sent to bed without his supper, creates his own world–a forest inhabited by ferocious wild creatures that crown Max as their ruler.

Mercedes-Benz F-Cell Roadster

Posted by Baroti – March 25, 2009

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Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the F-CELL Roadster project. The F-CELL Roadster is controlled with drive-by-wire technology, and a joystick takes the place of a conventional steering wheel. The vehicle is powered by a 1.2 kW emission-free fuel cell system located at the rear. It could reach a top speed of 25 km/h and achieve an operating range of up to 350 km(217 mile). “The F-CELL Roadster uniquely combines state-of-the-art technologies with the history of vehicle construction. As an allusion to the Benz Patent Motor Car from 1886, the vehicle is fitted with large spoked wheels.Moreover, the F-CELL Roadster incorporates stylistic elements from diverse eras of automotive history, such as the carbon-fiber bucket seats with hand-stitched leather covers and the distinctively styled fiberglass front section, based on the component from the Formula One racing bolides.” More→

Suitcases That Make A Statement

Posted by Baroti – March 15, 2009

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If you ever want to get on airplane, you should probably not carry around these suitcases.

An artist in France has created a line of boxy luggage that uses toy weapons for decoration. It appears that the ‘weapons’ are cut sideways, stuck on the bag’s side, and then painted over to appear as if they’re jutting out from the case itself.

via: Wired

Freida Pinto: Milan Fashion Week 2009

Posted by Baroti – March 12, 2009

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Things are heating up in Milan’s fashion week this year. Hot off her Oscar fame is the girl of the moment none other than Freida Pinto alongside Scarlett Johnansson at the Dolce & Gabana show. Both strutted their stuff on the runway for the Italian fashion house.

Palm Pre on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

Posted by Baroti – March 11, 2009

Below is a quick link to view the Palm Pre on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. The best part is when….Love of the Roots starts geekin’. Personally I’m an iPhone user and I was quite impressed with this outing from Palm.

Lance Armstrong x KAWS x Trek

Posted by Baroti – March 11, 2009

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Multiple Tour de France winner and cancer survivor Lance Armstrong recently presented a special version of his TREK Madone, customized by familiar artist KAWS. Unveiled at Nike’s Montalban Theater, the bike features KAWS’ signature “chomper” teeth pattern which is applied on the bike frame and bike rims. Lance will be utilizing this bike at the upcoming Milan-San Remo Cycle Race which is held in Italy every year. The bike also marks the beginning of the “Stages” art campaign which was launched in association with the LIVESTRONG foundation’s fight against cancer. Stay tune for my artist profile on KAWS.

via: Hypebeast

NYC Visitor Center

Posted by Baroti – March 7, 2009

 

WXY design studio just put on the finishing touches on the ultra uber tech haven that is the New York City Visitor Center. With the fusion on Microsoft’s Surface technology and Apple store influences, this place will put the world at you fingertips or at least Manhattan.