If you're looking for the slimmest, sexiest LCD around, check out the Sony Bravia KLV-40ZX1M LCD TV ($TBA; December 2008). At only 9.9mm deep and with a weight of only 26 pounds, the ZX1 begs to be wall-mounted, and features 1080p resolution, LED backlighting, 120Hz Motionflow technology for smooth on-screen movement, Bravia Engine 2 video processing, an HDMI input, and... [More]
Ever wonder just how good you're doing on your exercise regimen, or just how much you toss and turn at night? Wonder no more. Fitbit ($100; late 2008) is a tiny wireless tracker that you clip onto your clothing to track your daily movements — including steps, miles, calories burnt, and more — that wirelessly syncs with the Fitbit website,... [More]
A testament to minimalism, the Horizontal Shoe Rack ($110-165) suspends your shoes above the floor, creating the illusion that they're floating in mid-air, while making for easy sweeping or vacuuming below them. Mounted simply on the wall, the stainless steel rack is easy to install and available in a large and small size. And you can always add a second... [More]
Getting your ass beat by your kid's tennis instructor at the club? You probably need a little more speed, control and power from your weapon of choice. Best for beginning to intermediate players, the Prince O3 SpeedPort ($250) has the biggest sweetspot in the Prince racquet line, along with an aerodynamic design with oversized string holes that minimize air resistance... [More]
Belkin's sexy new N1 Vision Wireless Router ($200) has the brains to back up its beauty. The N1 features an interactive display that shows you the activity of your network, including download and upload speeds, bandwidth usage, and the number of connected devices. The router — compatible with IEEE 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11n draft 2.0, and 802.3ab specs — also offers... [More]
Normally, we're not too big on pocket cams — they tend to be light in weight and light on image quality — but that might change with the Nikon Coolpix S700 ($380; Sept. 2007). This new metal-bodied cam boosts image quality with features like a 12.1 megapixel sensor, the same EXPEED image processing engine found in the D300, optical vibration... [More]
Look sharp with the help of the editors from Details magazine. The Details Men's Style Manual: The Ultimate Guide for Making Your Clothes Work for You ($20) provides tons of expert tips on how to dress and why it works. In addition to explaining the right look, fit and style for every piece of clothing and every occasion, the book... [More]
This set has everything you need for that trip to Scranton next week. The Anthony Logistics for Men Grab + Go Portables ($35) includes 2 oz travel-size bottles of: Glycolic Facial Cleanser, Facial Scrub, Cleansing Gel, Everyday Shampoo, Astringent After Shave, and Shave Cream.... [More]
If the Pennyroyal Silver necklaces we covered earlier were a little pedestrian for your taste, check out this Dinosaur Bone Dog Tag ($575) from David Yurman. Made from sterling silver and polished, fossilized red dinosaur bone, and paired with a great sterling silver box chain, each tag is a one-of-a-kind accessory that is sure to turn heads. [Thanks, Dave]... [More]
While you wait patiently to see what "Harvey" does with the mess that is Medellin, show your support for Vincent Chase and his fictional crew with this Entourage Medellin T-Shirt ($20). Featuring the fake film's logo above a graphic of Colombia, this tee is better-looking than most real movie shirts we've seen. [Thanks, Paul]... [More]
If you were disappointed with the HD-input options of the Slingbox Pro, be sure to put the Slingbox PRO-HD ($400; Q3 2008) on your list. The new 'box offers a bevy of inputs and outputs, including digital audio and a digital (ATSC/QAM) tuner. It can stream content up to 1080i with 5.1 surround sound throughout your network, and those with... [More]
Sony has rolled out its new top of the line Bravia XBR8-Series HDTVs ($TBA; Fall 2008). Consisting of two models — the full HD 1080p 55-inch KDL-55XBR8 and 46-inch KDL-46XBR8 — the sets feature a plethora of tech to produce Sony's best picture quality and deepest black levels yet. They incorporate Sony’s Triluminos three-color LED backlight technology with local dimming,... [More]
Slow down this summer and kick back in a Mayan Hammock ($85). More comfortable and easier to control than regular rope hammocks, the massive 10 ft. by 7 ft. hammock accommodates at least two people and can hold up to 800 pounds, meaning it can deal with the extra pressure should your lounging lead to more strenuous activity. On the... [More]
All of us secretly despise the new consoles, because they force us to play games that get more and more complex, sometimes at the sacrifice of pure fun. Now we can revisit the old days with the Generation NEX Nintendo ($60). This revamped NES sports built-in wireless support — though the included controller is still wired, — dual slots for... [More]
Nearly everybody could stand to replenish their skin's moisture, but nobody wants to end up looking like they rubbed greasy fried chicken all of their face. Baxter of California's Oil Free Moisturizer ($18) is our new favorite face moisturizer thanks to its shine-free matte finish and total lack of fragrance. The lightweight formula's plant-based hydration technology absorbs quickly, while herbal... [More]
Instead of washing or running to the dry cleaner, you could just be using Whirlpool's Fabric Freshener ($250), which removes odors and relaxes wrinkles. The collapsible and portable appliance uses only water — no chemicals or detergents — and takes only about half an hour to make the shirt you wore to the bar last night a whole lot less... [More]
It's about time that desks started matching the desktops that sit on top of them. The Milk Desk ($TBA) is the first desk we've seen that is as smartly designed as the computers we use. Its oversized 140 x 80cm top houses cable exits, a cable drawer, an integrated front file, and four modular square spaces that can be used... [More]
It’s always a battle during winter time to try and keep warm without looking like a stuffed animal due to your winter apparel. That’s why we like the Cleavon Osgoode Overcoat from Theory ($625). Sure, the look and style are a little Neo-esque, but its slim fit will keep you looking like you should while the coat’s wool/polyamide fabric will... [More]
It's never too early to start worrying about that ugly mug of yours. Formulated especially for a man's skin, B. Kamins Chemist Anti-Aging Soothing Eye Gel ($42) will help get rid of — and hopefully preempt — those fine lines and crow's feet around your eyes. Esculin and cooling cucumber extract relieve signs of late-night fatigue, while the gel's Bio-Maple... [More]
We love solid wood accents here at Uncrate, and we also love french cuffed shirts. Luckily these two have been rolled into one with the über-cool Teak Wood Cufflinks by Jan Leslie ($250). Natural teak wood is enhanced by the sterling silver base, giving the cuffs a cool modern/nature vibe.... [More]
It's really hard to find art that you'd actually consider laying down the cash for and proudly displaying in your selective little home. These Hough Wave Prints ($360-$1970) required not a second of consideration — we knew we wanted them the instant we saw them. Created by two students at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, the prints are... [More]
It's not fun carrying around a full keychain — not only does it make for a massive bulge in your jeans, it can also damage your car ignition if your chain is too weighed down. The Keyport Slide ($TBA) promises to alleviate this situation by offering you a simplified housing that holds all your keys. The universal key fob keeps... [More]
If you're like us, only the best will do for your demanding pets. For instance, ours have been threatening us lately for better food and water bowls. They're all like "you best better be getting me a stylish thing for me to eat out of or else you might find a nice turd present under your comforter." They're so lovable.... [More]
The James Desk ($5,400) from Modernlink might be a little pricey, but it's a lot sexy. Hell, any piece of furniture named after Bond has got to be a looker. Made of solid bamboo, the desk features brushed stainless steel legs, a center drawer big enough for 24 x 36 inch documents, and super handy file "gills" integrated into the... [More]
All of us like to be in shape, but if you're the kind of Uncrater that needs to know stats like body fat percentage, body water percentage, and muscle mass, check this out. The Tanita BC554 Ironman Glass Scale ($100) features small metal plates that use Bioelectric Impedance Analysis technology to determine these factors, giving you even more to brag... [More]
We're men. We like leather. And we have lots of it — furniture, luggage, coats, car seats and more. These Method Leather Wipes ($5) will renew any leather you have and help extend its lifetime. Plus, the wipes are biodegradable so you can feel double good about keeping your leather shining.... [More]
We've already showed you where to get custom boardshorts and custom flip-flops for this Summer, and now we'll take another shoreline essential — a good pair of slip-ons. Vans Custom Slip-ons ($50) offer a ton of different configuration possibilities with eight customizable options, all while keeping things low-key with their laid-back styling.... [More]
This sleek Alligator Belt by DeSanto ($450) might be a little on the pricey side, but it can make just about any pair of pants in your closet look magnitudes cooler. The Italy-made belt has a 1 3/8" width, silver-toned brass buckle, and is leather-lined. It's available in a slew of fun summer colors, including red, sand, yellow, orange and,... [More]
We hate having water on our bathroom floor, but hate having a towel or not-so-sweet rug on the floor even worse. We were delighted then when we saw the Teak Bath Mat ($70). It's made of reclaimed teak so it helps protect what we have left of this endangered wood, and it features a maze-design slat on the top to... [More]
If you have as much love for your kicks as we do, think about picking up a Jason Markk Premium Sneaker Solution Set ($25). It includes an 8 oz. bottle of Premium Sneaker Solution, good for over 50 cleanings, and a handcrafted wood block Sneaker Cleaning Brush to help ease the grime out of our favorite shoes. Comes neatly packaged... [More]
Make fresh fruit or vegetable drinks at home with this pro-quality, 1000-watt juicer from Breville. The Italian-made 800JEXL Juice Fountain Elite ($300) is super powerful and durable, offering a die-cast steel housing, titanium-plated cutting disc and 115 individual knives to grind up pulp. The machine also has a circular three-inch stainless feed tube for processing whole fruits and vegetables without... [More]
We like our coffee here at Uncrate HQ. In fact, we need it. So it should come as no surprise that we're lusting after the Miele CVA615 Coffee System ($TBA). It's an in-wall unit that handles everything from grinding the beans to frothing milk. It features fully automatic controls, letting you set your grind preferences and just press a button.... [More]
Ever freak out over cross-contamination in your kitchen? These Index Chopping Boards ($85) are here to help. Color-coded for different food types (red/raw meat, white/cooked foods, blue/fish, green/fruits and veggies), all four boards are dishwasher safe, and are stored in a stylish vertical filing unit. Never again will you accidentally cut your limes on the same board as you cut... [More]
Even though you may not be able to use your iPod on flights forever, this global charging kit will keep you juiced up for now. The InCharge Traveler ($80) includes four plug adapters and a wall unit that auto-switches between 120V and 240V outlets, as well as a 12V car adapter, and an empower adapter for use on commercial airliners.... [More]
We've all seen commercials for Crest Whitestrips and the like, but having one of those things in your mouth for the recommended time is not only uncomfortable, it's a little gross. We've been trying out the Go Smile Advanced Formula B1 ($90), and it performs well without the inconvenience of strips. Professionally formulated by Jonathan B. Levine, D.M.D., the formula... [More]