It's bad enough you force man's best friend into a cage every night, so at least get him one that will make his friends jealous. Like the ultra modern eiCrate ($320). Ideal for dogs 4 lbs to 40 lbs, it features a removable leak-proof liner and can be used indoors or out. Available in four powder-coated color finishes and one ridiculous 22.5k gold version ($11,000). There's also an eiCrate Fitted Cover ($180) that helps especially yelpy dogs to sleep.
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Replace your pup's nasty ragged toy with this T-Bone inspired Bite Me Chew Toy ($10). Made of non-toxic leatherette, it's bound to last longer — and look better — than any old tennis ball. A humorous "Rare" tag is added just for kicks. It's Steak!!!
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This one-of-a-kind den is the ultimate hideout for your pirate pup. Named after an inlet off Tofino, B.C. where its wooden arch was found floating, the Browning Passage Pet Cave ($5,900) is made from reinforced, paper mache stone, features a spacious, cushioned main living area and comes with its own sidekick rock.
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You're due for a new hobby. How about curator one of these spectacular Nature Aquariums ($TBD) from Aqua Forest Aquarium in San Francisco. Instead of the usual gravel-and-ceramic-sunken-ship styling of your average fish tank, these aquariums are professionally designed with real aquatic plants to create stunning natural dioramas. We're sure one of these things will run you a boat load, but you can't put a price on zen like this. [More Photos | via]
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Calling your cat "Mr. Sweet Pants" all day long is not manly. Letting him play with these gloomy toys is. The Little Dead Things set ($14) includes four recycled leather cat toys — a dead mouse, a dead bird, one human brain, and one zombie. They're made to order in your choice of leather and thread colors. [via]
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If you really love your pet, and have a similar affinity for great design, you might consider checking out Eddie's Room ($600). This stylish and modern pet house is made from furniture grade walnut or white acrylic, and features a simple rectangular shape with a single round hole for the doorway. It might not fall under the traditional definition of a dog house, but isn't that the point?
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Make sure your pooch has as much fun on your afternoon picnics as you do with the Charlybox ($60). Split into halves, the 'box uses one half as a two-liter canteen, while the other features two bowls for water and food. Made of injection-molded shatterproof plastic, it's sure to hold up to even the most playful of pups.
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You can't always be home when your pooch needs a potty break, but with the UGODOG Indoor Dog Potty ($35), at least it won't be messing up your floors. The base is sturdy enough to support any dog, and the grates make sure your pup's paws stay clean. When you get home, simply remove the grates, dispose of the newspaper underneath, and be happy that you're not trying to get some funky smell out of your carpet. [Thanks, Tyler]
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Unless you have a purebred dog and the papers to back it up, you're probably curious to know exactly where your pooch came from. The Canine Heritage Breed Test ($65) lets you do just that, using a DNA-based diagnostic test that can genetically determine the breed composition of your dog. Just use the included DNA CheekSwab to get a sample from inside your dog's mouth, send it in to the company, and 4-6 weeks later you'll have a full Certificate of Breed Analysis that provides a way better understanding of your dog's ancestry. [via]
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Ever wonder what your pet sees all day long? Find out with the Pet's Eye View Digital Camera ($50). This collar-mountable 640x480 digital camera features an automatic timer to snap photos every minute, 5 minutes, or 15 minutes from your pet's perspective, a built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery, and 8MB of internal storage. What to do with all those pics? Give your dog or cat his/her own Flickr page.
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You can't always be home when your pooch needs a potty break, but with the UGODOG Indoor Dog Potty ($35), at least it won't be messing up your floors. The base is sturdy enough to support any dog, and the grates make sure your pup's paws stay clean. When you get home, simply remove the grates, dispose of the newspaper underneath, and be happy that you're not trying to get some funky smell out of your carpet. [Thanks, Tyler]
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Make sure your pooch has as much fun on your afternoon picnics as you do with the Charlybox ($60). Split into halves, the 'box uses one half as a two-liter canteen, while the other features two bowls for water and food. Made of injection-molded shatterproof plastic, it's sure to hold up to even the most playful of pups.
Save
Replace your pup's nasty ragged toy with this T-Bone inspired Bite Me Chew Toy ($10). Made of non-toxic leatherette, it's bound to last longer — and look better — than any old tennis ball. A humorous "Rare" tag is added just for kicks. It's Steak!!!
Save
It's bad enough you force man's best friend into a cage every night, so at least get him one that will make his friends jealous. Like the ultra modern eiCrate ($320). Ideal for dogs 4 lbs to 40 lbs, it features a removable leak-proof liner and can be used indoors or out. Available in four powder-coated color finishes and one ridiculous 22.5k gold version ($11,000). There's also an eiCrate Fitted Cover ($180) that helps especially yelpy dogs to sleep.
Save
Calling your cat "Mr. Sweet Pants" all day long is not manly. Letting him play with these gloomy toys is. The Little Dead Things set ($14) includes four recycled leather cat toys — a dead mouse, a dead bird, one human brain, and one zombie. They're made to order in your choice of leather and thread colors. [via]
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This one-of-a-kind den is the ultimate hideout for your pirate pup. Named after an inlet off Tofino, B.C. where its wooden arch was found floating, the Browning Passage Pet Cave ($5,900) is made from reinforced, paper mache stone, features a spacious, cushioned main living area and comes with its own sidekick rock.
Save
If you really love your pet, and have a similar affinity for great design, you might consider checking out Eddie's Room ($600). This stylish and modern pet house is made from furniture grade walnut or white acrylic, and features a simple rectangular shape with a single round hole for the doorway. It might not fall under the traditional definition of a dog house, but isn't that the point?
Save
Unless you have a purebred dog and the papers to back it up, you're probably curious to know exactly where your pooch came from. The Canine Heritage Breed Test ($65) lets you do just that, using a DNA-based diagnostic test that can genetically determine the breed composition of your dog. Just use the included DNA CheekSwab to get a sample from inside your dog's mouth, send it in to the company, and 4-6 weeks later you'll have a full Certificate of Breed Analysis that provides a way better understanding of your dog's ancestry. [via]
SaveFrom the makers of Baconnaise and Bacon Salt comes a bacon-flavored product that you don't even have to eat. J&D's Bacon Lip Balm ($13/4-pack) will protect your lips with beeswax, aloe vera oil, Vitamin E acetate, and other ingredients, all while offering a subtle bacon flavor both you and your partner can enjoy.
SaveMost of us don't have the engineering, design, or architectural chops to recreate any of Frank Lloyd Wright's masterworks, but we can anyway, thanks to these new Frank Lloyd Wright Lego Architecture Building Sets ($TBA). Licensed by the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection, these terrific sets — of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Fallingwater — were developed in collaboration with leading architects to be as accurate as possible, and come with booklets that not only tell you how to build you own model masterpiece, but exclusive archival historical material and photographs of each building, as well. [Thanks, Kris]
SaveEver wish you could combine your dual-monitor setup into one behemoth display? Get ready, because your wish has come true in the NEC CRV43 Curved Widescreen Display ($8,000). Boasting a unique curved design that's sure to immerse you more than a standard two display setup, this beauty also features a 2880x900 double WXGA resolution, a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, single link DVI-D and HDMI inputs, USB 2.0 ports, an on screen display, and the assurance that you have the most unique monitor in the neighborhood. [via]
SaveEver wish you could take a Jägermeister shot machine with you camping, tailgating, and partying? Now you can, with the Jägermeister 6-Bottle Shot Cooler ($120). Available as a six-bottle value pack, the cooler has plenty of room for all six bottles, ice, and the requisite cans of Red Bull, and uses the same tech as the Jägermeister Tap Machine to deliver ice-cold shots straight from the external tap.
SaveShow your fang affiliation by stocking your fridge with Tru Blood ($16). Based on the synthetic blood drink favored by the more civilized vampires of HBO's True Blood, this carbonated real-world version packs a slightly sweet, slightly tart blood orange flavor and a rich red color that will have guests wondering if you're drinking the real thing.
SaveFlapjack lovers, rejoice. Now you can make fresh, 97% fat-free pancakes in as little as 30 seconds using the ChefStack Automatic Pancake Machine ($3,500). This microwave-sized wonder uses no-mess batter pouches to crank out stack after stack of four- inch diameter pancakes, and doesn't even require supervision, letting you cook up breakfast for you and your crew while you get your other morning activities out of the way — like taking a shower, brushing your teeth, or downing a half-dozen mimosas.
SaveWe love bacon, and we've seen everything from Canned Bacon to Baconnaise, Bacon Salt, Bacon Floss — hell, even Bacon Lip Balm — so it was only a matter of time before we discovered Bacon Soap ($6). Made to both look and smell like frying bacon, this soap will get you clean while giving your appetite a jump-start on the day.
SaveOne of the worst things about adding ice to a whisky is its ability to water-down the flavor. So chill your next drink down with Whisky Stones ($20). Milled in Vermont by some of the oldest soapstone workshops in the US, these stones chill quickly in the freezer, and won't impart any flavor to your favorite blend.
SaveTempted by the MINI's go-cart handling, but not a fan of its boxy exterior? The MINI Coupé Concept ($TBA) is for you. Ready to accept any of MINI's powerhouse engines, including the 1.6L twin-scroll turbocharged unit from the MINI John Cooper Works, this stylish two-seater pairs a decidedly MINI-like bottom with an aggressively designed upper half, including a swept back windshield, short contrast roof, hidden B-pillars, and more sexy than every other modern MINI combined.
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Terrorism. Murder. Blood. Bullets. Darkness. This is the G.I. Joe cartoon you've been waiting 25 years for. G.I. Joe: Resolute ($14) is a new animated mini-series featuring classic Joes and Cobra operatives that's sure to make the live action movie look even more like a turd. Aimed at older viewers, and garnering standing ovations at JoeCon Comic-Con, Resolute consists of 11 episodes (ten 5-minute episodes and one 10-minute finale) totaling 60 minutes. We won't tell you the plot, but let's just say Cobra Commander goes totally apocalyptic on Moscow. In the first four minutes. Can someone please start a petition to turn this into a regular weekly series? Oh, and don't forget the toys.
SaveLeave it to the air maestros at Dyson to create a fan with no blades. The Dyson Air Multiplier ($300-$330) uses a fairly ingenious design to suck air into the base, accelerating it through an small aperture in the device's ring and then over a ramp to channel its direction. As it happens, this also causes the air behind and around the machine to be drawn into the airflow, creating a smooth stream of air amplified 15 times, without the unpleasant buffeting caused by the blades of a traditional fan chopping the air. The only downside? It's a $300 fan.
SaveWhat good is a portable hard drive if you're afraid to take it anywhere? With the Hitachi SimpleTough Hard Drive ($100-$135), you simply grab your data and go. Featuring a rugged body with grippy rubber sides and a smooth rubber body, the SimpleTough can withstand drops of up to 7 feet and also offers underside lighting and an integrated USB cable, giving you one less thing to remember when packing for your next spy mission.
SaveTackle the great outdoors -- or just yard work -- in the coldest of weather in the Timberland Utility Jacket ($150). With straightforward looks, it's not exactly a flashy piece of outerwear, but it does the job, with a rugged cotton twill outer, nylon polin and polyester fleece lining, a front zipper with button flap cover for added wind protection, dual snap-close side pockets and two cargo-style chest pockets, slightly distressed details for a worn-in look, and stitched down shoulder epaulettes.
SaveKnown primarily for its sporty pro outerwear, the new line of Arc'teryx Veilance ($175-$1,000) tops, coats, and pants combines tough, outdoor-ready fabrics like Gore-Tex and Paclite with more traditional cuts and syling, letting you dress your best no matter what the weather's like outside. And no, we don't know how you're supposed to say "Arc'teryx."
SaveThink you've seen or read all the great books and films there are to digest? Think again. City Secrets Books & Movies ($14 each) are your guide to gems of cinema and literature that are mostly overlooked, compiled from recommendations given by some of the world's most well-respected minds on either subject, including Alec Wilkinson, Kenneth Turan, Marty Scorsese, and Sidney Lumet. Good luck finding copies of — and time to watch and read — all of them.
SaveWho needs buttons? Apple's Magic Mouse ($69) eschews mechanical buttons and scroll wheels, letting you navigate using the same Multi-Touch technology used on the iPhone and MacBook trackpads. The sexy, seamless, touch-sensitive device works as a single or multi-button mouse with advanced gesture support, allowing you to scroll, pan, or swipe with ninja-finger skill. Works for you freakish lefties too.
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Looking for a way to monitor your energy usage and cut down on power bills during the economic crunch? Check out the Black & Decker Power Monitor ($100). This easy-to-use device provides real-time electricity use, cost, and outdoor temperature readings, thanks to a wireless sensor that attaches to your electricity meter. Offering an Appliance Mode that isolates the cost of individual appliances or gadgets, it could save you up to 20% each month on your power bill — meaning it should pay for itself in no time.
SaveWhat would you pay to be Don Draper or Roger Sterling? How about to look like them? The Brooks Brothers Mad Men Edition Suit ($1,000; October 19) pays homage to AMC's hit show with a medium gray sharkskin suit designed by Janie Bryant, the Emmy-nominated costume designer for the show, and is modeled after Draper's and Sterling's wardrobes. Features include a noticeably slim cut, diagonal pockets, narrower notch lapels, and side vents. Limited to just 250, the suit is made in a Brooks-owned factory in Massachusetts, and while it might be more classically stylish than your current attire, don't expect it to magically turn you into Jon Hamm.
SaveEver wonder what your pet sees all day long? Find out with the Pet's Eye View Digital Camera ($50). This collar-mountable 640x480 digital camera features an automatic timer to snap photos every minute, 5 minutes, or 15 minutes from your... [More]
It's bad enough you force man's best friend into a cage every night, so at least get him one that will make his friends jealous. Like the ultra modern eiCrate ($320). Ideal for dogs 4 lbs to 40 lbs, it... [More]
Replace your pup's nasty ragged toy with this T-Bone inspired Bite Me Chew Toy ($10). Made of non-toxic leatherette, it's bound to last longer — and look better — than any old tennis ball. A humorous "Rare" tag is added... [More]
This one-of-a-kind den is the ultimate hideout for your pirate pup. Named after an inlet off Tofino, B.C. where its wooden arch was found floating, the Browning Passage Pet Cave ($5,900) is made from reinforced, paper mache stone, features a... [More]
You're due for a new hobby. How about curator one of these spectacular Nature Aquariums ($TBD) from Aqua Forest Aquarium in San Francisco. Instead of the usual gravel-and-ceramic-sunken-ship styling of your average fish tank, these aquariums are professionally designed with... [More]
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Calling your cat "Mr. Sweet Pants" all day long is not manly. Letting him play with these gloomy toys is. The Little Dead Things set ($14) includes four recycled leather cat toys — a dead mouse, a dead bird, one... [More]
If you really love your pet, and have a similar affinity for great design, you might consider checking out Eddie's Room ($600). This stylish and modern pet house is made from furniture grade walnut or white acrylic, and features a... [More]
Make sure your pooch has as much fun on your afternoon picnics as you do with the Charlybox ($60). Split into halves, the 'box uses one half as a two-liter canteen, while the other features two bowls for water and... [More]
You can't always be home when your pooch needs a potty break, but with the UGODOG Indoor Dog Potty ($35), at least it won't be messing up your floors. The base is sturdy enough to support any dog, and the... [More]
Unless you have a purebred dog and the papers to back it up, you're probably curious to know exactly where your pooch came from. The Canine Heritage Breed Test ($65) lets you do just that, using a DNA-based diagnostic test... [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]
We're big fans of aquariums, but it's somewhat difficult to find original-looking setups. The Aloha Tiki Aquarium ($430) is anything but ordinary, with a cylindrical aquarium inside of a carved, detailed Tiki statue. It comes with all the necessary components... [More]
If you have a kitty at home, you know that scooping out the cat litter is one of the less glamorous parts of being an owner. Well, not anymore. The Cat Genie Automatic Litter Box ($355) is an automatic litter... [More]
Okay, so this one wasn't really designed by Le Corbusier, but if you have a couple of his chairs around your living room, this will fit right in. The Le Corbusier Dog Bed ($210-$750) is styled after his famous steel-framed,... [More]
Inspired by designers Charles and Ray Eames, the modern Contour dog bed ($500-$780) provides your pampered pooch with a cooler place to chill than you're own furniture. it comes in several different color combos, including lizard skin pattern side panels... [More]
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