Count the announcement of Kodak’s Zi8 ultra-compact hi-def camcorder (above) as the latest salvo in the burgeoning Flip-killer market. But while Flip just keeps making subtle design refinements in its 720p models, Kodak and everyone else—mainly Sony, Sanyo, RCA, and Creative—are plotting victory by way of increased resolution and strategic feature add-ons. In the case of the Zi8, that means 1080p video, image stabilization, improved low-light shooting, YouTube and Facebook uploading, and…a microphone ja ck. That said, the virtue of this style of camcorder is the relative lack of buttons, not the lack of features, and at this price, we’re not complaining. One solid aftermarket option: the new Eye-Fi Geo memory card, which automatically geotags everything you shoot for eternity, for free—provided, that is, you’re using an Apple to upload your videos (or photos).
Kodak Zi8, ships in September, $179, 1000words.kodak.com; Eye-Fi Geo SD card, $59.99, eye.fi
KODAK Zi8
Joe Jackson Confirms! Omer Bhatti is Michael's Son!
As we've said over and over again, we love it when Joe Jackson speaks, because he always has something interesting to say. Usually he's saying something crazy, of course.
Bombshell, today!
In this interview with TV One, Joe confirms that Omer Bhatti - the 25-year-old who was front and center at Michael's funeral and later branded their relationship as that of "best friends" - is, in fact, Michael's son.
FIGHT! NeNe and Kandi Are Going At It!
Our favorite housewife NeNe Leakes called into the Ryan Cameron Show yesterday, where Kandi Burruss was a guest. She wanted to clear a few things up -- as we know NeNe is prone to do 'cause she's that kinda girl.
When NeNe appeared on Wendy's talk show a couple weeks ago to promote the second season of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta", she said matter-of-factly that she wasn't friends with any of the castmates and she didn't know who Kandi was.
FERRARI 458
The curvy accomplishment sitting before you is the newly-unveiled Ferrari 458 Italia, which will replace the F430. While the car won’t be shown in public until the Frankfort Motor Show in September, Ferrari has released the details and given us an intimate glimpse of what to expect with these stunning renderings. “Designed for owners for whom the priority is uncompromising on-road performance with occasional track day capability, but who still demand a car that is useable in day-to-day driving”, the 458 Italia features a direct-injected, mid-rear V8 good for 562 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. A seven-speed dual clutch gearbox provides seamless shifting and control while a steering wheel with integrated controls keeps nearly every necessary adjustment at the driver’s fingertips. The 458 tops out at 9000 rpm and Ferrari redesigned the gear ratio so that 80% of its torque is available at the low 3250 rpm. The powertrain combines with the compact, aerodynamic shape and lightweight aluminum structure to provide a 0 to 62 time of 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 202 MPH. The 458 gives
LANVIN BLUE VELVET
David Lynch collab,20but the latest high top from high-end label Lanvin does make liberal use of Frank Booth’s favorite material. With a full blue velvet upper and toe cap, blue leather detailing throughout and a contrasting white sole, these high-top sneakers from Lanvin ooze luxury. A brand that never ceases to amaze with their color/material combinations. Now available atBrown’s, with standard Lanvin pricing.
Kim: Sheree Didn't Pull Off My Wig
How many of you will be watching the season two premier of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" tomorrow night?
We know, right. Can't wait.
Self-important Kim Zolciak says she's the center of most of this season's drama because of "a lot of miscommunication."
At last night's premier party in Atlanta, Kim wanted to clear up a story about one catfight featured on many of the show's promos where it appears like Sheree pulled her wig.
"No. It didn't happen," she told Us magazine.
Lisa Wu Hartwell was not so convinced.
"Did that happen? You have to tune in to see that. But I know she had a hell of a grab on that. She had a serious mean grip."
New castmate Kandi Burruss said to expect a lot of fighting, "multiple blowups and lots of clashing" many of which involve her.
"It's very interesting," she added. "I'm very nervous of how people will respond. We don't get to see how it's edited. We only get the episodes a week in advance. I don't know how it's going to come off. But I'm looking forward to it."
Chuck Taylor All Star
I wanted to show you the pair of Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Hi Sneakers in Grey that I just bought, but since I could not find a decent image online a description will have to do. The SA at Converse ION Orchard (#B3-26, 6509-9323) said it was a limited seasonal release, with the body of the sneaker in light grey. Even the black lines on the rubber base are in light grey, with an all-white signature patch logo. Best thing, they only cost SGD69.90 a pair, which makes them very affordable as well. I tried them on, loved the way it felt on my feet and the rest as they say is history.
And now that I'm home, I regret not getting the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Multi Eyelet in Steel Gray as well. Only SGD99 a pair, it's similar to the one John Varvatos did for Converse. I also checked out Very Wooonderland (#B3-12, 6738-0002) and picked up my 3rd pair of the Dr. Denim Donk Chino, this time in Dark Grey. As you can tell by now, one of my favourite colours ever.
Fox News Host Says Pres Obama is a Racist
FOX News host Glenn Beck continued his attack against President Obama Tuesday, branding the president a "racist" in an appearance on the morning show "Fox and Friends."
Beck charged that the president's handling of the controversy over the arrest of Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr. displayed a "deep-seated hatred for white people or the white culture."
"I'm not saying he doesn't like white people, I'm saying he has a problem," Beck said. "This guy is, I believe, a racist."
Reggie Bush Loses 140 Pounds of Kardashian
After two years of dating, Reggie Bush and Kim Kardashian have split.
"Nobody cheated. This is just a case of conflicting schedules and their lives going in different directions. ... It was a totally mutual decision," a source told Us magazine.
"They never get to see each other, ever. It's been a long time coming. They still love each other and are part of their lives, but Reggie spends six months out of the year in New Orleans, so it's tough," People reported.
A spokesman for Kim has confirmed the breakup. Reggie's reps have not commented. He's scheduled to report to training camp with the rest of his New Orleans Saints teammates on Thursday, albeit with 140lbs of Kim off his back.
New Precious Film Trailer (HQ)
Trailer for the Oprah Winfery/Tyler Perry backed film "Precious," based on the novel "Push" by Sapphire. The film stars comic Mo'Nique and features Paula Patton and Mariah Carey.
The best wedding procession EVER
It's always a joyful moment when a bride walks down the aisle - but this wedding's bridal party easily wins top marks for the most joyful procession ever. The song Chris Brown's 'Forever'
Solange cut her hair : Stop it your not Amber Rose
When Solange wrote on her Twitter page that she was going through a "i wanna cut all my Hair off & have a fade phase." She meant it.
Tyler Perry Hits #6 On Forbes List
Movie mogul Tyler Perry has amassed a huge fortune putting him at #6 on Forbes “Hollywood Highest Paid Men” list. According to Forbes, Perry has earned $75 million within the past year. Currently, Perry is filming “Why Did I Get Married Too” with other films in development. Perry also made headlines recently for his good samaritan deeds when he took 65 children from a Philadelphia day camp to go to Walt Disney World after reading allegations that a swim club had turned the children away because of racism.
Hermès Birkin don't get no better then this
A Hermès bag is a trophy item, a reward to oneself, a luxury indulgence we carry out once in a while. maybe a rational consumer will cut back from 2 bags a year to 1, but he/she justifies it as a reward and endurance of the times we are in. the consumer will choose wisely, and rational behavior suggests a more classic item that will last for several seasons, one that is less likely to provoke unnecessary accusations of wealth flaunt. hence the classic Hermes bags, with minimal branding, does so well in this climate.
The Lanvin Grey Flannel Chukka is fresh!
The Grey Flannel with the White sole create such a classic look!
Man Bags (Murse)
It wasn’t very long ago that men were expected to keep everything they needed in their pockets. Keys, wallet, phone: all would have to find a home in a jacket or trouser pocket. The only permitted accessory for work was a uniform briefcase or attaché case, boxy, boring and black or brown. For casual carting around of equipment a sports bag with a sporting logo showed its manly purpose with no style achieved or intended.
Yet in 2009 it now seems that men have almost as much choice as women when it comes to bags: messenger bags, tote bags and there were even some men’s clutches shown on the catwalk by top designers for autumn/winter 2009/2010. How did fashion evolve so quickly to break down long held stereotypes around gender and handbags? Do real men now carry handbags or is it just a fashion that you see on the catwalks?
In continental Europe men’s bags have been commonly used for a long time, but there is still resistance to the idea in more conservative areas of the English speaking world. Men have got used to carrying laptop bags and backpacks in America and Britain now, but anything resembling a shoulder bag is often still considered girly and unmasculine, particularly outside the cosmopolitan cities, where fashions are slower to change.
However, if you think about it, many men have been using messenger bags (or courier bags) for years, especially younger men, who wanted an alternative to the conservative briefcase. They are both practical and adaptable, functional enough not to be mistaken for a ladies handbag and fulfilling a real need for urban men who rely on public transport and don’t have a car to stow all their extra stuff in.
In recent years fashion has picked up the messenger bag, redesigned it and marketed new versions of them as ‘man bags‘. With men’s fashion promoting a slimmer silhouette, fitted jackets and slimmer cut trousers, and the demise of the convenient cargo pants with their multitude of pockets, men no longer have so much space to stash all their essentials on their person. Trouser pockets bulge in an unsightly manner when crammed with keys, phone, coins, wallet and all the rest and there are no more loose jackets to cover them up. So the stylish man has to find other solutions and the man bag seems to be the answer.
Not surprisingly it tends to be younger urban men who have taken to carrying bags most easily, those at the forefront of fashion who are keen to be elegant and stylish and who keep up with the latest trends. Now that the messenger bag for men has made it into the mainstream of fashion, with more and more men adopting them, top fashion designers have become more adventurous, looking for ways to give fashionable men more choice. The recent men’s fashion collections in Milan, showed more bag options for men than ever, with luxury totes in gorgeous crocodile leather being carried in a manly style down the catwalks and even a few clutches, up till now the ultimate in feminine chic, now redesigned in a masculine mode for the more daring of trendsetting men.
