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accessories

Factron Quattro iPod nano Case is the Real Full Metal Jacket

Mizumori Ado's exclusive iPod nano case, called the Factron Quattro, sure as hell has the street cools about it, but unfortunately, it looks like its going to be a limited run in Japan only. The designer, Mizumori Ado, used a full aluminum construction to match the iPod nano's housing, and we have to say, the Factron Quattro is the only way to protect your fat PMP. After all, the hefty clunker sure does have a tough time getting in and out of pockets and bags without scratching itself. Available in green, red, silver or gold and with the option of various scrawled patterns adorning the rear face plate, the case does look quite unique. Check out the gallery for some more shots and know that no pricing details are available, but we'd guess you'll be paying a pretty penny if you are able to get Mr. Importer on the case. [Akihabara News]

5:10 AM on Tue Mar 25 2008
By Haroon Malik
2,023 views, 13 comments

Latest by x23: i know i have seen this same design before. i think for the original nano. found it... okay... i was off a bit... but the same basic design idea. [www.c6mfg.com] more »

apple

Carbon Fiber Macbook Air, A World of No

While we generally love to see gadgets receive new alloy skins, this mod that added carbon fiber to the back of a Macbook Air is—sensitively put—fugly. The trade-off is that carbon fiber is lighter than aluminum, though at the installed thickness, it's a bit flimsier too.

But maybe we're just grumpy. Does anyone think this actually looks good? [MAKE]

2:15 PM on Sun Mar 2 2008
By Mark Wilson
19,121 views, 68 comments

shocking

Dell's Aluminum Laptops Causing Electric Shocks?

The folks at CNET were surprised to discover that using some Dell laptops can result in electric shocks that "vary in strength from a gentle tingle to a sudden jolt." They also noticed that the shocks occur when connecting peripherals to the laptops. It appears that the offending devices have been isolated to versions that feature a brushed-aluminum finish —namely the XPS M1330 and XPS M1530. Furthermore, they believe the shocks are the result of a power adapter that isn't grounded properly because its 2-prong connector lacks a third pin. More »

9:00 PM on Thu Jan 17 2008
By Sean Fallon
9,514 views, 59 comments

Latest by blaerk: @Syndication, ftr, I own an OLPC XO, two G3 iBooks and a crappy dell lugtop. My two systems at home run WinXP (which has to update itself weekly to plug all the security holes) and a mac Mini running Leopard. I'm more »

colorful macs

AlumaMax Adds Vibrant Color to Mac Pro, Cinema Displays and Keyboards

The Mac Pro is pretty enough as it is, but now AlumaMax can transmogrify that aluminum case into a horse of a different color. Who says MacBooks, iPods and iPhones are the only ones worthy of custom colors? Check out the rainbow of six anodized hues with which you can perform this alchemy on your existing Mac Pro or PowerMac G5. If you're looking for a brand-new Mac, the company offers a complete line of Mac Pros all colored up to your specs, and even better news is you can get a tinted keyboard and Cinema Display to match. You'll be coughing up some serious coin for the privilege, though—it's $50 for a keyboard colorization, $349 to color up your Mac Pro or G5, and up to $4600 for a tricked out 8-core Mac Pro. [AlumaMax, via macnn]

10:20 AM on Wed Oct 10 2007
By Charlie White
3,813 views, 10 comments

Latest by MacMan586: plus i would def buy the black one... i jusyt wish i had the $ more »

ow, my back

World's Most Expensive Chair Looks Like an Uncomfortable Metal Jelly Bean

This "lounger" composed of aluminum and fiberglass is to set go for between $1.6 million and $2.4 million at auction next month at Christie's in London. While The Sun's headline proclaims the chair to be a "million pounds of comfort," the key word in the "fluid aluminum form" envisioned by its designer, Marc Newson, is "aluminum." It might be shiny, but it sure as hell isn't how I want to be cradled when I kick back to play Bioshock. [The Sun via Spluch]

11:30 AM on Sun Sep 16 2007
By Matt Buchanan
4,858 views, 15 comments

Latest by skierpage: I saw this at a Marc Newsom retrospective in a museum, they wouldn't let us sit on it. I don't like his work much, it's organic but somehow insincere. This lounger brings up nostalgia for the jet age more »

invincible cubicle dweller

Chain Mail Protects you from Office Enemies

The office can be a dangerous place, full of danger and boredom. Thankfully ThinkGeek have come to the rescue with some lightweight and affordable chain mail. At only 20 pounds, this aluminum armour is light enough to wear all day, and comes in both large and medium sizes. It should fend off light blows and any attention from the opposite sex. More »

5:14 AM on Thu Aug 23 2007
By msparkes
4,664 views, 25 comments

Latest by shertzerj: @domz Yes. My old Carrion Ant deck FTW! more »

peripherals

Certain Aluminum Apple Keyboard Function Keys Not Working For You?

If you recently purchased one of those new slim aluminum Apple keyboards, you might have noticed that a couple of the fancy function keys on top (where the F-keys are) didn't work. Namely, the F3 and F4 keys, which activate the Exposé and the Dashboard functions. Even using OS X's built-in keyboard shortcut remapping tool doesn't fix this. I've confirmed on my own Apple keyboard that it doesn't work. What's up with this, Apple? Is there going to be another keyboard software update soon? [Apple Support]

12:28 PM on Wed Aug 22 2007
By Jason Chen
7,686 views, 40 comments

Latest by scumola: @1stage: Yea, linux does recognize this keyboard at a regular USB keyboard. I've been using it under Fedora 6 now for 30 days and except for an occasional key sticking issue, it's working fine. more »

stick shift

Stick Sound FM Radio Looks Like Stylized Atari Joystick

The Stick Sound FM Radio is an aluminum box about 9cm cubed. There is only one control, a joystick on the top, which controls every aspect of the radio; on/off, tuning and volume. If you can't drive a stick shift, then you should probably stick with a normal design. [Slippery Brick]

6:27 AM on Wed Aug 22 2007
By msparkes
888 views, 6 comments

Latest by skype24: This is pretty old stuff - the manufacturer "Lexon" had this already in their portfolio...! Design by Yves Malka in 2004, with autotuning and some other features. (Ref: [www.enzyme-design.com] ) Called "Lexon Sticksound Radio", it won the prestiguous iF Design Award more »

peripherals

Apple Aluminum Keyboard vs. Old Apple Keyboards

Sure, you've probably seen comparisons of the aluminum Apple keyboard vs. the slightly older Apple keyboard. But have you seen it matched up against an Apple Lisa keyboard? Or how about the IIgs keyboard? Chances are slim, unless you've already been to Blake Patterson's gallery page. [Blakespot via Daring Fireball]

1:20 PM on Fri Aug 17 2007
By Jason Chen
11,826 views, 18 comments

peripherals

Test: Assaulting Zero Halliburton's Aircraft Aluminum Laptop Case


I had a great time at CES, but my laptop came out of it looking like I'd slathered it in steak juice and thrown it to lions. Poor Macbook Pro. After the show, I'd started looking for a laptop case that would do a better job of protecting my gear, which led me to Zero Halliburton's Deluxe Digerati laptop case. You know Halliburton, don't you? They make suitcases, gun cases, and other luggage stamped from single sheets of aluminum at extremely high temperatures. They're sturdy. More »

Feature

4:07 PM on Wed Feb 14 2007
By Brian Lam
11,604 views, 27 comments

Latest by Philscbx: @Titleist: Thanks' for the views. They have been my fav for years more »

peripherals

Speed Link Aluminum Keyboard, Backlit in Blue

Speed Link has rolled out a another of its super-thin aluminum USB keyboards, and this one is jet black with LED-illuminated keys. Those flat keys resemble those on a laptop, and as you can see in that pic above, the thing's cross section is improbably thin. Looks neat. But looks aren't everything.
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8:27 AM on Wed Feb 14 2007
By Charlie White
4,447 views, 11 comments

peripherals

Onkyo Flaunts Gleaming Aluminum Keyboards

We're always on the lookout for the perfect keyboard and are also curiously drawn to aluminum, and Onkyo is more than happy to accommodate our fetishes. The company unveiled two new entries to its Wavio line, including a wireless desktop with a mouse, and also a wired USB keyboard both crafted in solid aluminum. Both are looking like shiny aircraft in your choice of silver or black. More »

12:30 PM on Wed Feb 7 2007
By Charlie White
1,441 views, 10 comments

home entertainment

Gyanze Kata Mali 01 Aluminum Speaker Set: Gorgeous

And now for the mother of all iPod speakers, and no, this isn't just a design concept. Japan's Gyanze Corporation announced its Kata Mali 01 Aluminum speaker set, more than just a pretty design with 15 watts per channel emanating from its built-in digital amplifier and auto-on when it detects input from an audio source. It's built like a truck, too, weighing in at a hefty 12.5 pounds. More »

11:31 AM on Thu Aug 3 2006
By Charlie White
416 views, 5 comments