Despite the Miami Vice jokes some of your friends might give you, there's no better time to sport some bright white slip-ons. The Iddig from Aldo ($90) are looking especially sleek for this spring. Also available in black for you... [More]

Uncrate sponsor Zontik Games brings luxury to Trivial Pursuit in a whole new way with this high-end board game set. Available with acrylic ($4,405) or sterling silver ($7,105) pieces, the inlaid leather board is done by hand and embossed in... [More]

It's been a couple months since our last iMix, but we're back this month with some awesome tracks. In March's $10 compilation, you'll find our current favorites from bands such as Mika, Bleed the Dream, The Magic Numbers, and the... [More]

The world is a busy place, and sometimes folks just don't have time to research their next car purchase — especially when their cars are like this. The Otto Club ($13500 - $35000) is a Boston-based club that offers members... [More]

The Sheer Kitchen ($TBA) is an fully-functioning kitchen enclosed in a Vader-esque sphere. The bottom half is made of carbon fiber and sports a double sink, four burners, three bottle coolers, a retractable table and trolleys. The upper half functions... [More]

If you're looking for a higher-end shampoo for everyday use, check out John Allan's Ocean Daily Nourishing Shampoo ($15). The cleanser works with any hair type, has an excellent clean scent, and enriches your hair and scalp with Sea Kelp... [More]

Take cubicle wars to a whole new level with the Airsoft Handgun with Laser Sight ($10). This small Airsoft pellet gun, with a removable clip for holding 12 shots, has a laser sight equipped for better aiming. Just remember not... [More]

Marlon Brando was undeniably one of the most gifted actors to ever reach the silver screen, and he also had a very unique style. Now you can add a little of that style to your own wardrobe with one of... [More]

If you're like us and are hopelessly longing for more of the gritty western drama, Deadwood: Stories of the Black Hills by David Milch ($19) is required reading. The book provides detailed information about the characters on the show, as... [More]

We may have an irrational hatred of the USPS (Who doesn't?) but every once in a while they surprise us — like with the release of these Star Wars Postage Stamps (41 cents each; May 25). The stamps, released to... [More]

We've shown you a ton of unique wallets over the years, and we don't see a reason to stop now. The Cork Wallet ($65) is a MoMA-exclusive wallet made out of — surprise — cork. Each wallet is handmade by... [More]

We're kicking ourselves and cursing the heavens for not checking out this album when it was released late last year — it's phenomenal. A gigantic leap beyond their last emo-rific album, Deja Entendu, Brand New absolutely deliver an insane... [More]

The Motorola KRZR is a great looking little phone, but it sure looked like crap when paired with an old Moto RAZR Bluetooth Headset. The Motorola H680 Bluetooth Headset ($TBA; Q3 2007) goes a long way to fix that situation,... [More]

The Schuberth J1 Helmet ($660) looks more Master Chief than Speed Racer, and that's a good thing. Innovations like a football helmet-inspired removable chin guard hoop, an Optical Class 1 distortion-free visor, integrated sun shade, and unique ventilation system with... [More]

The rumors are true. The Xbox 360 Elite ($480; April 29) brings the 360 more in line with the PS3's capabilities — and price. This new black version of the Xbox 360 packs in upgrades like a 120GB Hard Drive... [More]

The Mentos Geyser Tube ($5) is a small clear tube that will help you maximize the effect of the best backyard science experiment ever discovered. Just load the Mentos into the tube, lock it onto your 2-liter of Coke (diet... [More]

The Blow Table Lamp ($1,363) by Studio Italia Design is a dramatic low-voltage lamp set in a chrome and brushed aluminum finish encased in an outer, clear-crystal globe. If this isn't enough of a conversation starter then you can get... [More]

It's no secret that a good pair of shoes goes a long way to dress up an outfit, but what about those times when normal dress shoes are too dressy, and sneakers aren't dressy enough? Try this Mark Nason Acid... [More]

If you're a video content producer, a web designer, hell — if you own a digital camera — you've probably used Adobe software before. The newest version of Adobe's award-winning software suite, Adobe Creative Suite 3 (coming in Q3 2007;... [More]

While the world waits impatiently for the iPhone, other cell phone makers are stepping up their game. Take the Samsung Upstage ($150 w/contract) for example. Formerly known as the Samsung Ultra Music F300, the Upstage has landed at Sprint with... [More]

Forget the boring whiteboard for leaving yourself those "pick up beer" notes — write in style with this Framed Frosted Glass ($129) from Pottery Barn. This sheet of frosted glass is enclosed in a nice frame and you can use... [More]

Our favorite movie of 2006, Children of Men ($18) is an absolutely riveting work of art that grabs you from the first second to the last. Set in an out-of-control 2027 where humans can longer reproduce, the futuristic film tells... [More]

Helio continues cranking out cool new phones with the Helio Ocean ($300; Spring 2007). Designed to be as good a phone as a messaging device, the Ocean features a dual-slide design that has numbers sliding out from the bottom and... [More]

Now that the TSA has the power to open any bag they want, it's hard to feel as secure about the contents of your locked bag. That is, unless you use a SearchAlert TSA Approved Luggage Lock ($9). This TSA... [More]

Nevermind the fact that your local delivery man probably knows you're a geek judging from the endless stream of computer shipments coming to your house, now you can confirm his suspicions with the Barcode Doormat ($24). Made from 100% recycled... [More]

Wow the guys you share Starbucks office space with via the Flybook VM ($2,400-$2,700). This innovative notebook computer has a unique telescoping arm which can raise the 12.1-inch screen (housed in one of four different finished casings) over the keyboard... [More]

If the idea of being Batman, Han Solo, or just a gadget slinging office worker fills your mind, you'll want to check out the gadget shoulder holster ($50) and gadget hip holster ($60). Both holsters allow you to strap on... [More]

Springtime is here. Time to get out your clubs, shake the rust off your game, and head down to the local links. So this week, we want to know: What's your favorite place to grab nine holes? Is it a... [More]

Reef, the stellar sandal company that brought you the bottle opener-equipped Mick Fanning Sandals, is stepping up its game with the Reef Dram Sandal ($45). Not content to simply open alcoholic beverages, the Dram includes a polyurethane encapsulated flask in... [More]

If you're as big a design buff as we are around Uncrate HQ, then you'll probably appreciate this Chaise Wall Decor ($45). It consists of four plaques, each with a different classic design represented in simple black and white. The... [More]

Lacoste's classic polo has gotten a slight makeover with a slimmer fit and vintage look. The Lacoste Retro Fit Vintage Washed Piqué Polo ($85) is broken-in and faded with raw seams and edges, and, of course, sports the classic crocodile... [More]

If you've got the need for a limited edition ray gun (who doesn't?) you'll want to check out the Goliathon 83 Infinity Beam Projector ($621) from Weta Workshop. Only one of 500 made, the antique-styled sci-fi hand weapon prop is... [More]

Toyota recently took the wraps off the Toyota Hybrid X Concept ($TBA), one of the coolest futuristic cars we've seen in a long time. In addition to sporting hardcore hybrid technology, the car features conventional family car dimensions, an open-space... [More]

If you're the type of geek who dreads leaving the lab behind, check out this Measuring Beaker ($6). The plastic, mod blue beaker is designed to help you measure things in the kitchen, but we're pretty sure it might come... [More]

It's not easy being a hipster parent. At least, that's what Neal Pollack would have you believe in his latest work, Alternadad ($15). Pollack, known for his pop-culture classic The Neal Pollack Anthology of American Literature, takes a look at... [More]

The first iPod widgets have been released, and we're really digging this one. TipKalc ($5) is an easy-to-use tip calculator with instant check-splitter that can be loaded onto any color screen iPod from either a PC or Mac. To use... [More]

The Paradox PlayStation 2 Controller ($45) is designed to take your PS2 gaming habit to a new level. A special control lets you mimic a computer mouse to make things like camera movements and aiming easier. It works with compatible... [More]

While their sound remains mostly intact, the Modest Mouse on We Were Dead Before The Ship Even Sank ($10) is not the same as we heard them on their breakthrough Good News for People Who Love Bad News. Former Smiths... [More]

A nice, big cutting surface is a must for anyone looking to get into cooking, but unfortunately the offerings you'll find at most kitchen stores are overpriced and undersized. The Overboard ($40) solves both those problems by sporting a 20"x20"... [More]

It's amazing how big a difference something as simple as a cool belt can have on your look. The Modd Buckle ($165) is a great example, with its fused-glass construction and unique shape. Available in four different color schemes, each... [More]

We've known about it since September, but now it's out with a new name. The Apple TV ($299) is essentially an iPod for your TV, coming with 720p video output through component video, optical and analog audio, and HDMI ports.... [More]

The BlueDot Divita BDM-100S ($489), while looking like a distant cousin to the Battlestar Galactica Cylons, is actually a high-end DVD and CD storage tower. It stores up to 100 shiny discs inside its tower body and has a 1.8-inch... [More]

Extreme thinness and decent storage are the hallmarks of the OCZ 2GB Mini Kart USB Slim Drive ($84). The house of the Mini Kart is a mere 2.8mm thick, which makes it thin enough to shove into your wallet so... [More]

Threadless has long been a great place to get cool, limited-run tees — and now they're making them for little guys and gals. The newly-launched Threadless Kids ($17/tee) offers all kinds of awesome t-shirt designs for the kiddies, such as... [More]

If you've been jonesing for the cleaning power of the Root Cyclone technology that gives Dyson vacuums their punch, but without the massive body that comes along with it, your wish has been granted. The Dyson Slim ($470) packs all... [More]

Sure, it has a typically modern design, but when it comes to the Gus Design Spencer Sofa ($2000), the differences are in the details. Details like a kiln-fired hardwood frame, glued and screwed joints, no sag spring construction, and cushions... [More]

Incase steps away from its modern and minimalist designs with the rugged Incase Canvas Sleeve ($40). The first in the company's line of Technology Transport products, the military-inspired laptop case is made of washed canvas with a fur-lined interior. Available... [More]

Not a coffee guy? Just dab Octane Energy Gel ($12) on your tired body. This gel — a combination of herbs including ginseng and aloe vera — begins working within half-a-minute to provide you with increased circulation and an extra... [More]

Anytime you need someone to help out on an audio-centric product, it's a good idea to get Bang & Olufsen involved — and that's exactly what Samsung did. The Samsung WEP 420 Bluetooth Headset ($TBA) was co-developed by Samsung and... [More]

If you have a jetski, you're going to want one of these. The Dockitjet Rigid Inflatable Boat ($TBA) lets you dock your watercraft on the back of the boat, giving you room for up to six people, and helping you... [More]

Even during early childhood, globes speak to every guy's desire to rule the planet. Now you can actually see the world the way it was meant to be seen with the Levitating Desktop Globe ($40). It employs an electromagnet and... [More]

Sokol Blosser, one of Oregon's top wineries, has bundled two of their top selling wines into The Yin and The Yang package ($32). This custom box holds one 750ml bottle each of their Thai-food friendly Evolution white and beef roast... [More]

Your toolbox will feel a lot lighter after you dump excess gear in favor of the Swiss Tech Utili-Key ($8). This lightweight, key-size, six-in-one tool sports a straight knife blade and a serrated cutting surface, a micro-sized screwdriver, a Phillips... [More]

March Madness has hit Uncrate HQ with a fury, and to share it with the rest of you, we're doing things a little differently with this week's Tell Uncrate. Tell us who you think will win the NCAA mens basketball... [More]

Love the Front Row feature on you Mac but hate dragging the remote around everywhere? Check out the SiK Rex Remote Control for Apple ($30). The six-button remote is fully compatible with OS X and Front Row, and it stores... [More]

Wii Sports Tennis: Great. Wii Sports Bowling: Like having a bowling alley at your house. Wii Sports Golf: Kinda lame. So is Super Swing Golf, that is unless you have a thing for anime and flying shopping bags being your... [More]

Our favorite new show last year wasn't anything on network TV or HBO — it was on the Discovery Channel. Man vs. Wild ($22) is an amazing survival show starring British ex-soldier and professional adventurer Bear Grylls, in which he... [More]

Professional office settings require guys to give up their swimsuit calendars. Add some pizzazz nonetheless to your cubicle walls with this Prepetual Calendar ($38). This eternal calendar lets you move the two magnetic balls to mark the date and month.... [More]

Polk Audio, the folks who brought this Uncrater his first set of obscenely loud car stereo subwoofers, is ready to take on the iPod accessory market. The Polk MiDock10 ($180) uses two 3.25-inch full-range drivers with a ported enclosure to... [More]

Having a Picasso image printed on a note pad is a little odd, but having one that changes by moving said note pad is just downright cool. The Picasso Morph Note Pad ($19) is a standard note pad with Picasso's... [More]

Thinking of trying to record your next concert, but worried about smuggling in the kind of equipment you need to get decent sound? Worry no more. The H4 Pocket-Sized Digital Audio Recorder ($300) is a palm sized wonder that uses... [More]

We're glad to see T-shirt makers are finally meeting our unwavering need for robot tees. The latest comes from the Apple fans at Insanely Great Tees. Their Retro Futurism T-Shirt ($17) sports a glowing-eyed bot geeking it up on an... [More]

Tailgaters — we all hate them. Don't give them the finger next time, but instead flash them with the Driving LED Emoticon ($30). This LED light show, attached to your rear windshield with a suction cup, is controlled via a... [More]

The problem with kitchen magnets has always been the moving parts — the little springs and clasps that eventually break under the weight of too many delivery coupons. The Endo Clip ($10/3 Pack) fixes this by using a strong magnet... [More]

Not many benches look like they could have been used on The Jetsons, but this one certainly does. The Drift Bench ($13000) comes with an insanely high price tag but also features some insane construction, with the curved bench being... [More]

MAD Magazine has long been known for its off-the-wall humor and insightful gags. If you're a fan but would rather not have an enormous stack of paper sitting around your house, this is for you. Absolutely MAD Magazine ($40) includes... [More]

If you long to play in the mud like you did as a kid, you can get the chance with this Mud Clock kit ($20). Developed by Middlesex University in the UK, the clock uses no batteries and is powered... [More]

If you're looking for some unique speakers, consider the Audio-Technica AT-DSP190 Columino Digital Powered Speakers ($200). This speaker pair, available in black or white, looks something like a nouveau bowling pin, featuing a cone-shape body design which sends sound downward... [More]

If you're looking to entertain outdoors this summer, having a firepit and a coffee table outside is nice. However, having them both in one is even better. The Carmel Firepit/Coffee Table ($390) is a simply-designed table that can be used... [More]

Part motorcycle, part roaster, part four-wheeler — that's what comes to mind after one look at the 2008 Can-Am Spyder ($TBA). That, and "damn, that thing's sexy." Powered by a 990cc V-Twin engine, the Spyder also features a vehicle stability... [More]

With today's razors getting giant docking stations to clean and recharge, they just aren't as portable as they used to be. If you miss the portability and aren't great about remembering charging cables, then check out the Rechargeable USB Shaver... [More]

If your hands are still recovering from last month's arctic temperatures and wind, you should order some Jack Black Industrial Strength Hand Healer ($14). The hard-working, fragrance-free lotion heals, soothes and conditions dry, chapped or cracked hands. It's hardcore enough... [More]

Even if you're not a cycling fan with Lance Armstrong art plastered around your digs, this Recycled Bicycle Chain Bowl ($88) is still super cool. Measuring 10" in diameter, this bowl is made of real recycled bicycle chains and is... [More]

We're suckers for typography design, so we couldn't be more intrigued by the Come In/Go Away Doormat ($TBA). This ambigram tells new arrivals to "Come In," inviting them into your home, and tells them to "Go Away" as they head... [More]

For those times when getting up from your desk to go get a soda is just too much work, we present the Portable Vending Refrigerator ($160). It holds up to 12 cans in four different rows, and keeps your refreshments... [More]

The world is filled with tons of different designs for computer speakers. Some look like alien creatures, some look like normal speakers, and some of them look like crap. But out of all of those designs, we've never seen any... [More]

Usually when something is covered in diamonds and the company doesn't list a price, it mean it's out of your league. But don't let that stop you from drooling over the Nixon Diamond Rotolog ($TBA; NYC & Beverly Hills Barney's... [More]

There is way more music out there than there is time to listen to it, and a lot of good bands go unnoticed. So we want to know: What band can you not get enough of right now? It doesn't... [More]

Let your child (inner or otherwise) have a ball playing on or in the Giga Ball ($200). Made of vinyl, this indoor or outdoor play area inflates to seven feet in diameter and can be used for crawling, bouncing or... [More]

Wow. The follow-up to their debut album Funeral, Neon Bible by Arcade Fire ($12) shows that the band is more than grandiose arrangements and Bowie-like wailing — they can rock too. With more approachable songs, better rhythms, and an overall... [More]

Harman Kardon makes kick ass home theater receivers, and the HS500 Home Theater System ($1200; Spring 2007) looks to bring that level of quality to the home theater-in-a-box category. It packs a punch with a 5.1-channel receiver/DVD player, five satellite... [More]

This Paul Smith Linen Patch Pocket Jacket ($660) is perfect for the transition from winter to spring. Made of 100% linen, the jacket features a notched collar, two-button front closure, and four flat chest pockets. If your budget allows,... [More]

Get your beer buzz on like Belgium monks via these Chimay Beer Glasses ($9) and the book Brew Like a Monk ($13). The glasses, made in the traditional style, hold 12 ounces of monastic brewed goodness while the book teaches... [More]

Camping is fun, but if you miss the creature comforts of home when out in the wild, the WaveBox Portable Microwave ($200) is just the thing. It can run at 660 watts with a direct battery connection via the included... [More]

If your pooch lives a more luxurious life than you, perhaps it would like the Mija Dog Bed ($1370). Made from 10mm thick acrylic and featuring a pillow filled with shredded memory foam that's covered in faux suede, we're pretty... [More]

While everyone has been busy calling the PS3 a loser, Sony has been busy working on something else. PlayStation Home (Free; 2007) is an online world where you control your avatar to interact with other gamers, join online games, shop,... [More]

Power your USB portable devices a little longer with the Sony Energy Link ($35). This portable power supply, driven by two AA rechargeable Cycle Energy batteries, can proivde that extra needed juice to your power hungry MP3 player or cell... [More]

Get that carnie hot dog feel at home with the Mr. Frank Hot Dog Broiler ($760). This commercial-quality broiler sports a heating unit that can hold 48 hot dogs, is easy to operate and clean up, and can broil up... [More]

If you have enough gear to need a tote bag, but are afraid you'll look like a sissy, the Helmet Bag ($30) is for you. It features a bevy of pockets designed to hold all your gear, and the main... [More]

As great as modern computers are, it's always handy to have an old-fashioned calculator around. The Wooden Calculator ($75) is handmade from ecologically thinned Japanese cedar, and features green buttons, an unusual round shape, and is solar-powered. Just because you... [More]

When it comes to sport coupes, there are few more revered than the BMW M3. The new BMW M3 Concept ($TBA) carries on that tradition with stats like a V8 engine with two air intakes, 19-inch light alloy wheels, M3-specific... [More]

Like the original version, the second-generation HomeDock Deluxe ($150) lets you slickly play movies and music from a docked iPod on your TV and home stereo. After playing with the updated HomeDock Deluxe over the weekend, we can say that... [More]

If the red LEDs of the hotel room clock aren't to your liking, pull the MoMA World Travel Clock ($74) out of your bag instead for a little extra flair. The 12 sides on this clock, representing two time zones... [More]

Remember back when basketball shoes didn't look like cubist graffiti? The Nike Dunk Classic ($85) takes you back to that time with a simple navy/white design with super-old school tread on the bottom. The low cut ensures these will look... [More]

Nikon is taking their baby dSLR to the next level. The Nikon D40x ($800; April 2007) takes the D40's features such as ease-of-use, near-instant startup, 2.5-inch LCD, eight preset modes, and more, and adds a 10.2 megapixel sensor, up to... [More]

The world's favorite fat rapper is back for one last go with Greatest Hits by Notorious B.I.G. ($15). Biggie, who would have turned 35 this May, is one of the biggest names in rap history and left behind a catalog... [More]

Wow wow wee waa! Borat - Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan ($15) is out on DVD tomorrow. Believe the hype. Borat is the funniest movie-film of 2006. Despite the "ballsy" fight scene with obese... [More]

Remember the days of pay phones everywhere? Relive those glory times in your crib with this Crosley 1950s Style Pay Phone ($100). This reproduction of the classic 3-style slot pay phone will actually let you make calls for free, though... [More]

In this world of health nuts, self-help gurus, and general malaise towards anything fun, it's easy to forget how to enjoy yourself. In The Hedonism Handbook: Mastering the Lost Arts of Leisure and Pleasure by Michael Flocker ($11) you get... [More]

Ever wonder why we have 3D apps but no 3D interface for them? Apparently Elecom has, and it led them to create the M-3D1UR 3D Laser Mouse for Designers ($170). The USB mouse has a 3D laser sensor that features... [More]

As if you needed another reason to stay safe in the sack, Kama Sutra Condoms ($25/10 pack) are a set of 64 condoms featuring different sexual positions described in the bible of boinking. Made from latex by Atypyk, they make... [More]

It's a classic drink glass redone in the form of the Riedel O Stemless Martini Glasses ($25). This set of two glasses has a hollow ribbed stem topped with a more traditional martini glass shape. It’s made of lead-free glass... [More]

Samsung looks to be bringing us one uber cool next generation multimedia cell phone in the form of the Ultra Smart F700 ($TBA). The standout features on this mobile are the full touch screen 2.78" display with drag and drop... [More]

We all have to face it: We're internet addicts. Whether we're on a train, plane, or automobile, we want to know what's up on the web. A new tip this Uncrater just picked up is how to use your Samsung... [More]

Most wall-mounted lighting is rather subdued — you know, the kind of ceiling-aimed lamps you find at the movies. Not this lamp. The Lite Source Technic Wall Lamp ($50) features a fully-adjustable spot light that looks as industrial as it... [More]

We all know MacGyver — the legendary TV character that could create a computer with GPS capabilities out of "chicken wire and shit." The Alpha Industries McGyver Jacket ($110) is a piece of clothing worthy of its misspelled namesake, featuring... [More]

No, we're not talking about the kind of "exclusive resorts" you find in brochures at highway rest areas. Exclusive Resorts is a destination club for rich folks looking for the absolute best when it comes to their vacation homes. For... [More]

If you find yourself draining the batteries on your Wii remotes too quicky, consider going rechargeable with the Nyko Wii Charging Station ($30). This charging cradle comes with two rechargeable battery packs to integrate with your Wii remotes and dual... [More]

Imagine having crispy pizza from the microwave... That alone is enough for us to take notice of the Black & Decker InfraWave Countertop Oven ($150). The 1500-watt oven offers instant heat with no preheating, and can deliver microwave-like cooking speeds... [More]

There's nothing like lighting up a fine cigar after a long, successful work week — but there's also nothing quite as uncool as having little bits of cigar in your pockets. Inspired by a case obtained from a collector who... [More]

If you haven't noticed, Sony's been awfully busy with product announcements this week. The Sony BRAVIA KDL-46V3000 LCD HDTV ($TBA; Summer 2007) delivers a full HD 1080p picture, and features high-end tech like Live Color Creation with a WCG-CCFL backlight,... [More]