Science And Technology

Windows 8

2012-11-27T20:16:00.000+05:00

Windows 8 is the latest version of Microsoft Windows, an operating system from Microsoft, for use on personal computers, including home and business desktops, laptops, tablets, media center PCs.

System Requirements

1 GHz or faster processor
1 GB RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit),
16 GB of available disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit),
video card with support for DirectX 9 and WDDM 1.0 or higher driver.

Samsung Galaxy S3

2012-11-27T20:01:00.001+05:00

When launched in the market recently, it was assumed that Samsung had made a backward move regarding its handset design which bears a very close resemblance to the Samsung Galaxy S. On the contrary, this was a strategy by Samsung to gain an advantage with its noticeably curved glossy look (from the back) and organic design to withstand severity. A design job well done on the nicely rounded corners and conveniently placed power button, and despite the Samsung Galaxy S3 being large (136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6 mm) in dimensions, comfortably fits in hand.

SPECIFICATIONS

Screen A bright 4.8 inches screen with a brilliant HD ready resolution, the screen has been well designed to pack huge amount of details for movie viewing, video making and web browsing. It is one of the sleekest super-AMOLED phones in which the colors leap vividly with ultrafast response on the display screen. Processor plus performance When it comes to graphic performance, nothing beats the hardware performance with software compatibility than the Android OS, v4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) with the Xenos 4212 Quad processor performing on Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU making it the fastest and strongest multitasking. To add more it has Mali-400MP GPU.

Interface

Built with the clone of SIRI, the S-Voice interface can interact, provide suggestions and perform tasks. This smart voice-activated assistance can be called upon to check phone numbers, set an alarm, make a call and other basic activities. S-voice is indeed a smart move by the Samsung to clash with other competitors.

Camera

Drafted with an 8MP camera with 3264x2448 pixels, auto-focus, and LED flash. It reflects a commendable job done in delivering detailed, well-exposed, and colorful images, while the apps are easy to use. Furthermore it has features like quick snap where a continuous frame of 8 snaps could be taken at a stretch.

OTHER FEATURES

Other notable features to be mentioned can be its 2G, 3G, 4G (regional) network capability; Corning Gorilla Glass 2 protection with Touch Wiz UI v4.0; 16/32/64 GB internal memory with 1GB RAM and 64 GB micro SD; camera features with geo-tagging, touch focus, voice activated commands, face and smile detection and image stabilization; the sensors (accelerometer, gyro, RGB, proximity, compass, barometer) are top-notch. Features like Smart Stay eye tracking, Dropbox (50 GB storage), social media, YouTube, and much more can be obtained from Samsung’s official website. Not lacking all the wow features like the classy looks, stunning display and practically mind-blowing performance, Samsung Galaxy S3 has been worth the wait.

i Phone 5

2012-11-27T19:40:00.002+05:00

Introduction

The iPhone 5. As in five million units sold over the course of a … weekend. Can't say no to that. This is the latest installment in the smartphone series that changed the mobile phone industry and we can understand people couldn't wait. Now, what is it they couldn't wait for?
The Apple iPhone 5 brings the long anticipated larger screen and more capable internals that we already know are ready to trade blows with the most powerful chipsets out there.

There's also the new slender, slimmer body that no photos really do justice to. If all of Apple's claims are true then the iPhone 5 is a real engineering masterpiece - double the performance in a more compact package without sacrificing anything in terms of battery life.
They could've done worse. A lot worse. But this is Apple telling you to prepare to be wowed. So you have every right to play hard-to-please.

Key features

Quad-band GSM and quad-band 3G support with 14.4 Mbps HSDPA and 5.76 Mbps HSUPA

LTE support where carriers support it and CDMA support when sold by CDMA carriers

4" 16M-color LED-backlit IPS TFT capacitive touchscreen of 640 x 1136px resolution

Scratch-resistant screen glass, fingerprint-resistant coating

1.2GHz dual-core custom-designed CPU, PowerVR SGX543MP3 GPU, 1GB of RAM, Apple A6 SoC

iOS 6 and iCloud integration

8 MP autofocus camera with LED flash and touch focus

1080p video recording at 30fps

1.2MP secondary front-facing camera

Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot

GPS with A-GPS connectivity; digital compass

16/32/64GB storage options

Accelerometer, proximity sensor and a three-axis gyro sensor

Active noise cancellation with a dedicated secondary microphone

Standard 3.5 mm audio jack, stereo Bluetooth v4.0

Excellent audio output quality (though worse than 4S)

Apple Maps with free voice-guided navigation in 56 countries

Voice recognition, Siri virtual assistant

Supports HD Voice (needs carrier support too)

FaceTime video calls over Wi-Fi and cellular

Impressively slim and light

Great battery life

Main disadvantages

Aluminum body looks cool but is easy to scratch

Proprietary connector, incompatible with previous-gen accessories (needs adapter)

The new display is not proportionally bigger, but only taller

Unadapted apps run letterboxed due to the unusual resolution

nano-SIM support only

Apple Maps app not up to scratch

No USB Mass Storage mode

No FM radio

No stereo speakers

No microSD card slot

No NFC connectivity (though that may be nitpicking)

Stuck with iTunes for loading content

Mono audio recording in videos

The Top 6 Calorie-Burning Workouts.

2011-02-06T23:55:00.002+05:00

While there is no secret formula for losing weight (It all comes down to simple math: You must burn more calories than you consume), there are smarter, faster ways to achieve your goals. The following six workouts are proven to be the most heart-pumping, sweat-producing, and consequently most efficient calorie-burning and weight-loss-inducing exercises out there. Do one, or a combination of many, regularly, and watch the weight fall off.

1. Kickboxing: 800 calories per hour
Kickboxing offers a great full-body workout because it requires you to use every major muscle group and includes interval training. Your heart rate will soar and stabilize several times throughout the class, which is optimal for weight loss. 24 Hour Fitness clubs report that attendees of their Turbo Kick classes can burn up to 800 calories in one hour-long class.

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2. Biking: 700 calories per hour
You can burn up to 700 calories at your average cycling class or take to the road on your own to enjoy fresh air to boot! Just make sure you keep a pace of about 14 to 16 miles per hour to reach the 700-calorie goal.

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3. Zumba: 500 or more calories per hour
Who knew an hour of dancing could produce such results?! Because this Latin-inspired dance workout uses the principles of interval training and resistance exercise, the workout will boost your metabolism considerably, according to FitnessZumba.com. However, like any fitness regimen, the number of calories burned varies from person to person depending on weight, sex, current fitness level, and how a hard a person works out. Still the massive weight loss and toning benefits of hip-swishing and shimmying make this dance workout one of the most popular today.
4. Jumping Rope: 780 calories per hour
Only got ten minutes? You can still squeeze in cardio with this highly effective activity, which can have you burning 130 calories every ten minutes (or 780 calories per hour). According to MedicineNet.com, you’d have to run an eight-minute mile to burn as many calories as jumping rope for the same amount of time, making it a good choice for someone who is starting a fitness regime and may not have the endurance to maintain a fast running speed for an extended period of time. If you have limited space and time, jumping rope is the most efficient way to see results. In addition, the high-impact nature of this workout means you’ll add bone mass, increasing your bone health, according to 24 Hour Fitness Club's Website and BoneHealth.com, while you lose fat.

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5. Aerobic Step Classes: 600 calories per hour
Aerobic step classes are high-intensity and high-impact, meaning you’ll burn fat and calories. The number of calories burned depends on how high the step is, but using just a six-inch platform can allow you to burn up to 600 calories in one hour-long class.

6. Running: 650 calories per hour
According to WebMD's calorie calculator, a 145-pound person who maintains a 10-minute mile for one hour can burn up to 650 calories. However, running consistently for an hour can be challenging if it isn't a part of your current exercise regimen. You can work up to this goal and increase your cardiovascular fitness by adding walking intervals throughout your workout. For instance, run for three minutes and then walk briskly for one minute. This practice will increase your endurance, lower your heart-rate recovery time, and burn fat.

Nokia C7

2011-01-31T23:24:00.001+05:00

Specs & Features
Nokia C7 - Polished stainless steel & glass in a slim touch screen smartphone.
Nokia C7 is a slim touch screen phone with 3 customisable home screens & fully integrated social networks. Nokia C7 is the second Symbian^3 powered phone loaded with innovative new hardware along with latest OS & apps. Nokia C7 is an impressive Smartphone backed by thousands of applications through Ovi Store & customizable home screens. Watch National Geographic, CNN, BBC & many more channels with Web TV on your Nokia C7. With an integrated 8 megapixels camera & a High Definition (HD) video, Nokia C7 is expected to make a profound impact
Dimension 117.3 x 56.8 x 10.5 mm, 64 cc
Weight 130 g
Battery Talk time Up to 9 h 30 min, Stand-by Up to 552 h, Music play Up to 54 h
OS Symbian^3 OS
Memory 8 GB built-in, 256 MB RAM, 1 GB ROM + microSD Card (supports up to 32GB)
Processor 680 MHz ARM 11 + 3D Graphics HW accelerator
Connectivity Bluetooth v3.0 with A2DP, USB, WLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n), GPRS Class 32, EDGE Class 32, 3G (HSDPA 10.2 Mbps, HSUPA 2 Mbps)
Display Size 360 x 640 pixels, 3.5 inches (Proximity + Accelerometer Sensors)
Display Colour 16M colors, AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Operating
Frequency / Band GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 (HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100)
Browser WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML, RSS feeds
Colors Charcoal black, Frosty metal, Mahogany brown
Entertainment Stereo FM radio, FM transmitter, MP3/WMA/WAV/eAAC+ player, DivX/XviD/MP4/H.264/H.263/WMV player, Web TV, 3.5 mm audio jack, TV-out, Flash Lite 4.0, Games (built-in + downloadable)
Camera 8 MP, 3264x2448 pixels, fixed focus, dual-LED flash, Geo-tagging, face detection, Video (720p 25fps) video stabilization, 2ndary VGA Cam
Other Features GPS + A-GPS support, Ovi Maps 3.0, Digital compass, Speakerphone, Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic, Quickoffice viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF), Adobe Reader
Ring Tones Downloadable, Polyphonic, Mp3, WAV
Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM

NEC VersaPro UltraLight VC Notebook

2011-01-31T02:51:00.002+05:00

NEC Japan will release its new VersaPro UltraLight VC notebook in January 2009. The notebook features a 12.1 inch LCD display at WXGA resolution with either Intel Celeron 723 or Core 2 Duo SU9300 processor. Other features include 1GB RAM, 80GB hard drive, Intel GS45 Express chipset, Wi-Fi connectivity, Fingerprint sensor, Felica port and SD memory card slot. You can also choose Microsoft Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista Business OS. However, I am not sure the Celeron processor will be able to handle Windows Vista OS. The NEC VersaPro UltraLight VC Notebook is priced at €1,200 upwards, depending on the configuration.

Amazon Sells Samsung NC10-14GW Netbook For $478.99 Shipped

2011-01-31T02:45:00.003+05:00

Amazon offers NC10-14GW netbook from samsung for $478.99 from $500 at the original price. This netbook comes with a Intel Atom N270 processor, 1GB of DDR2 memory, Intel’s integrated graphics, 160GB of storage, a SuperBright 10.2-inch LCD, 1.3-megapixel web camera, 802.11b/g wireless, Bluetooth, an Etnernet LAN connector, three USB ports, 3-in-1 media card reader, and a VGA output, and with up to 8 hours of battery life. You can save up to $20 if you buy this at amazon free with Super Saver Shipping

Clevo’s 18.4-inch M98xNU Gaming Laptop

2011-01-31T02:43:00.001+05:00

The M98xNU Gaming Laptop is a high performance laptop from Clevo, Taiwan. It comes with a very good specification like 18.4-inch Full HD (1920×1080) display, mobile Intel quad-core processor support, Nvidia MCP79 chipset, DDR3-1333 RAM support, Nvidia Hybrid Power/Hybrid SLI/Hybrid Performance video card modes, Integrated Nvidia video card for power saving, and dual Nvidia 9800M-GTX video cards for maximum performance. Clevo will announce this new notebooks at the CeBIT 2009 tech Germany show in the next march. we’ll keep you updated.

MSI VR220 12 inch Ultra Portable Notebook PC

2011-01-31T02:41:00.001+05:00

MSI offers the new 12 inch ultra portable notebook. Known as the MSI VR220, the laptop weights at just 1.8kg and adopts MSI’s exclusive ECO Engine power saving function to extend the battery running time. The MSI VR220 provides Intel Dual-Core / Celeron Processor with up to 4GB DDR2 RAM, 12.1 inch 1280 x 800 WXGA Display, GMA X4500MHD Graphics, 1.3MP webcam, 802.11 b/g/n Wireless, Bluetooth, max 320GB HDD, DVD Burner, and Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium. There is no info on pricing so far.

MSI VR603 15.4-inch Notebook

2011-01-31T02:40:00.002+05:00

The VR603 is the latest 15 inch notebook from MSI that features standard specification. The laptop offers Intel Dual-Core / Celeron Processor, up to 4GB DDR2 RAM, a 15.4 inch 1280 x 800 WXGA display, GMA X4500MHD Graphics, and 1.3MP webcam. Other features include 802.11 b/g/n Wireless, Bluetooth, supports max. of 320GB HDD, DVD Burner and Windows Vista Home Premium. No word on pricing at this time

Asus Eee PC 1002HA Released

2011-01-31T02:36:00.001+05:00

ASUS today released its Eee PC 1002HA that features a brushed aluminum LCD cover and palm rest. This 1.2kg netbook is only 1-inch thick and features Intel Atom N270 Processor with Intel 945GSE / ICH7-M Chipset, 10” / 10.2” LED Backlight display (1024 x 600 resolution), up to 2GB RAM, 160GB HDD, 802.11b/g/n Wireless, Bluetooth, 1.3MP Webcam, 4-in-1 Card Reader and Microsoft Windows XP / Linux Operating System.

HTC Hero

2011-01-30T13:19:00.001+05:00

With HTC Hero personalization reaches a level never before possible. Rather than burying important content under layers of menus, the HTC Hero lets you put it at glance view, with a selection of widgets that can be placed right on the home screen. HTC Hero makes staying close as simple as turning to your friend and saying hello. When you view people, you see the different ways to get in touch, you also see all your interactions like emails sent to your personal and work accounts. You can even check for social network updates and event notices as well as see the latest pictures your friends uploaded to popular photo sharing sites.

HTC Hero Features:

The HTC Hero has a 5 mm megapixel color camera with auto-focus and has the capability to support MP3,AAC, AMR-NB, WAV, MIDI and windows media Audio 9 audio formats. It also supports MPEG4, H.263 and H.264 and Windows Media Video 9 video formats. The HTC Hero has an internal GPS antenna with Bluetooth connectivity with EDR and A2DP for wireless stereo headsets. Furthermore, there is Wi-FI, 11 pin mini USB and audio jack in one, and 3.5 mm audio jack.

The HTC Hero is currently priced at Rs 21,555.

HTC Hero Specifications:

Dimensions Full touchscreen

Dimensions: 112 x 56.3 x 11.5 mm

Weight (with battery): 135 g

Display and User Interface Size: 3.2″

Resolution: 320 x 480 pixels (HVGA)

G-Sensor

Camera 5 megapixel color camera

Auto focus

Data Network UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (900/2100 MHz)

GSM/GPRS/EDGE:
850/900/1800/1900 MHz

Memory Storage

ROM: 512 MB
RAM: 288 MB

microSD memory card

Power Management Battery type: Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery

Capacity: 1350 mAh

Talk time:

Up to 240 mins
Standby time:

Up to 120 hours

Operating System Android 2.1 with HTC Sense

i Phone 4

2011-01-30T13:05:00.002+05:00

After using the latest and greatest iPhone for a month or so, I think that I have figured out the things that I like best about the iPhone 4. To that end, here are my 10 favorite features, in no particular order.

Note: I went from an iPhone 3G to a brand new iPhone 4 a bit over a month ago. Having missed the 3GS model may have influenced my selection of my 10 favorite features, as will the things that I mainly use it for, so your mileage may vary.

Speed- The iPhone 4 is fast enough to influence what I do with it. The 3G was a comparative dog, and kept me from enjoying many things about the iPhone.

Better camera- While it is true that the best camera is the one you have with you, the 5 megapixel iPhone 4 camera is way better to have with you than the old 3G camera.

Better GPS performance- The 3G almost would not work with TomTom without the TomTom car kit. Now it simply does not need the boost, which is good since the car kit quit working when I got the new phone, Velcro or not. All of that made me look at GPS apps again, and TomTom comes in second anyway.

Multitasking- It’s handy for everything from phone calls that let you go back to what you were doing to jumping back and forth between apps without waiting for them to load. It’s about time.

Dual cameras- I have not yet made a FaceTime call, but I still like the user-side camera, if only for taking photos behind myself in stealth mode.

Cleaner design- My phone antenna did not do the “Death Grip” thing, so my appreciation for the cleaner design of the iPhone 4 is unfettered by Antenna-gate. It looks and feels way better, and the double-pixels screen is killer.

Tethering- I have not done it yet, but I will. $20 a month is not too much to pay to use my MacBook Pro almost everywhere.

Longer battery life- Despite some long afternoons using the phone almost constantly for four hours at a time doing internet things, I have yet to see my phone below 50% battery. This one will flat go all day.

Useful Web- The newfound speed, the longer batter life, and the better display conspire together to make this phone truly useful for working on the internet: Google, writing, reading blogs, getting the news, social networking, all the things that I do a lot. That turns the iPhone from a toy into a toy that I can do work with.

Slew of new apps- Along with the new utility came new apps to extend what I do with my phone. I’m sure a lot of you have found the same thing to be true. I’ll do a favorite new apps column any day now

i Phone 3

2011-01-30T02:42:00.002+05:00

Apple iPhone 3G 8GB Technical Specifications
General Status Available
Introduced April 2008
Announced April 2008
Network (2G) GSM 900 / GSM 1800 / GSM 1900 / GSM 850
Network (3G) HSDPA 2100
Form factor Block
Antenna type Internal
SAR Value 0.235 W/Kg

Size Weight 133 g (with battery)
Dimensions 115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm

Display Type Graphical
Coloured Yes, Touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 320 x 480 pixels
- Multi-touch input method
- Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate
- Proximity sensor for auto turn-off
- Ambient light sensor

Memory Received calls 100
Outgoing calls 100
Lost calls 100
Shared memory 8GB
- Photocall

Ringtones Polyphonic ringtones Yes
- MP3
- 3.5 mm headset jack

Networking GPRS Yes
DATA Yes
3G Yes, HSDPA 7.2 Mbps
WLAN Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
USB Yes, 2.0
Bluetooth Yes, 2.0
WAP Yes
Browser Yes, HTML (Safari)
Email client Yes
- Mac OS X v10.4.10

Features Vibration Yes
SMS Send / Receive
Camera Builtin, 2 MP, 1600x1200 pixels
Clock Yes
Alarm Yes
Calculator Yes
Calendar Yes
To-do list Yes
Voice memo Yes
T9 Yes
Handsfree Yes
- Built-in GPS receiver
- A-GPS function
- Google Maps
- Widgets support
- iPod audio/video player
- PIM including calendar, to-do list
- TV output
- Photo browser/editor

Standard Battery Type Li-Ion
Standby time GSM: 300h
Talk time GSM: 10h

Windows 7

2011-01-30T02:19:00.002+05:00

Although the look of Windows 7 may seem to be nothing more than some polish applied liberally to the Vista Aero theme, make no mistake: this is a full replacement operating system, and more than just "Vista done right."

Windows 7 Memory Requirements
Since the time this article was first published, Windows 7 has been officially released and Microsoft has announced the memory requirements. Basically, Microsoft recommends a minimum of 1 GB of RAM for 32-bit versions of the operating system and a minimum of 2 GB for 64-bit versions. If you plan on taking advantage of the Windows XP Mode feature, you should bump those requirements up to include an additional 1 GB of RAM.

One of the big differences here is that Microsoft's recommendations for Windows 7 seem to be a lot more realistic than the ones given for Vista. That is, with Vista, most people needed much more than the minimum requirements stated for the OS to run properly. With Windows 7, the stated requirements seem adequate. However, you're still much better off if you have 4 GB of RAM, especially if you're running a 64-bit version.

Will Windows 7 run on less? The user community says yes – Windows 7 can boot up in systems with less RAM, but remember that there is a difference between just being able to boot your PC and actually being able to do anything with it. So, if you actually plan to use any applications and don't want your system to slow to a crawl, it's best not to try to scrape by with less than the minimum.

Windows Vista

2011-01-30T02:12:00.002+05:00

Windows Vista is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use
Windows Vista system requirementsIf you want to run Windows Vista on your PC, here's what it takes:

•1 gigahertz (GHz) 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
•1 gigabyte (GB) of system memory (512 megabytes (MB) for Home Basic)
•40 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available space (20 GB for Home Basic)
•Support for DirectX 9 graphics with WDDM and 128 MB of graphics memory (32 MB for Home Basic)
•DVD-ROM drive
•Audio Output
•Internet access (fees may apply)

Additional requirements:
Actual requirements and product functionality may vary based on your system configuration.
While all editions of Windows Vista can support multiple core CPUs, only Windows Vista Business, Ultimate, and Enterprise can support dual processors.

Minimum requirements:
•800 megahertz (MHz) processor and 512 MB of system memory
•20 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available space
•Support for Super VGA graphics
•CD-ROM drive

Product functionality and graphics may vary based on your system configuration. Some features may require advanced or additional hardware.

Mac OS X Server v10.6 Snow Leopard

2011-01-30T01:52:00.000+05:00

We got our hands on the next generation of Apple's operating system, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard. With it comes Microsoft Exchange support, full 64-bit support, and QuickTime X. Are you ready? Keep an eye on this page for ongoing news coverage and tips, slideshows, and videos. In the meantime, find out more about Snow Leopard's flurry of changes.

Read more: http://www.cnet.com/mac-os-x-snow-leopard/#ixzz1CSaXyRP6

$2.4 Million Loungers

2011-01-29T17:53:00.001+05:00

This Marc Newson Lockheed lounge chaise will soon be auctioned at Christie’s. It is promised to be the most expensive piece ever created by a living designer, with the final asking price soaring in at over $2.4 million. “This sale is expected to blow the previous record (another Newson piece that sold for $1 million earlier this year) out of the water by more than a little. Would you pay that much for this seat?” asks Luxist.

$1 Million Christmas Tree

2011-01-29T17:52:00.001+05:00

Kee Jewelry of Singapore has designed this ornamental accessory for Christmas. The $1 million tree is decorated with 21,798 diamonds, weighing 913 carats. It has 3,762 crystal beads, and 456 lights.

$86.3 Million Paintings

2011-01-29T17:51:00.001+05:00

Sotheby’s estimate that Triptych, created by the late Francis Bacon would fetch $70 million was surpassed by over $16 million. The sale of Triptych became, “the most expensive work of contemporary art ever sold at auction and a retort to doom-sayers who had predicted that the art market would falter seriously this season because of broad economic anxieties,” said Carol Vogel, New York Times’ Art & Design writer.

Triptych, painted in 1976, was hailed by Sotheby’s as “a landmark of the 20th-century canon.” The piece is not slight, it consists of three 78” x 58” oil on canvas panels.

Bacon seems to be the current hot commodity in the art community these days – nine of his paintings have each sold for over $25 million during the past year.

World's Most Expensive Beer is $5/Ounce

2011-01-29T17:49:00.001+05:00

$5 for a single ounce of beer?! Oh yeah. Samuel Adams Utopias retails for $120 per 24 oz. bottle. It’s not only expensive, it’s darn strong. This year’s vintage dated has 27 percent alcohol, about 5 times normal.

“The copper-colored liquid inside hasn’t a bubble of carbonation,” the Sun Sentinel reviewed. “The first sensations are a viscous mouth feel and a sweet sherrylike flavor with nuances of toffee and maple. There are notes of vanilla and plum and a hint of charred wood. A long, lingering alcohol burn, more reminiscent of a cognac or brandy than a beer, is followed by a sweet burned-caramel aftertaste.”

Check out the bottle too, how awesome is that? It looks like a Cognac container. The bottle alone is a collectible.

$15,000 Six Pack

2011-01-29T17:48:00.002+05:00

A six pack of Stella Artois Nobilis recently sold for $15,000. The profits from world’s most expensive six pack went towards wild life conservation group, WildAid thanks to AOL Canada who made the purchase.

The limited edition pack contained six celebrity-autographed magnums. One bottled is signed by Angelina Jolie, Kate Hudson, Charlize Theron and Woody Harrelson. Other signature included on the beers include Bo Derek, Ryan Gosling and Samuel L. Jackson

Kate Hudson has also created a brand of hair care products along with hairstylist David Babaii, part of the proceeds of which go towrad WildAid.

Purchaser AOL Canada will use the Nobilis (bottled in magnums) to celebrate the holidays while the proceeds will benefit WildAid, an international non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating the illegal wildlife trade. This generous gift caps off a great year for the group since its Canadian debut in June with WildAid ambassador Bo Derek and the launch of its first series of public awareness messages featuring movie stars and athletes. In September, Stella Artois Nobilis sponsored the WildAid Canada Lounge at the 2007 Toronto International Film Festival where film stars met with Executive Director Peter Knights to learn about the severity of the worldwide illegal wildlife trade and the important work WildAid is doing to stop it. (newswire)

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$96,000 Champagne Flute

2011-01-29T17:46:00.001+05:00

“So far we know, this is the most expensive champagne glass in the world.”

The emotion attached with diamonds is unmistakable, so why not add diamonds to your most elegant table decorations?

Diamonds in glass is the creation of Natascha Marx and glass artist Tobias Berger. The handcrafted stemware, caviar dishes, napkin rings, and ashtrays can provide the emotional piece de’ resistance to the most elegant table.

Their latest addition is the handmade, “Imperial” Champagne glass which has 8.1 carat diamonds and is plated with 180 grams or 6.34 oz of gold. Each glass, which they claim is the world’s most expensive, is selling for 65,000 Euros or about $96,109.

The Saxophone was created especially for the Thailand Millionaire Expo in honor of King Bhumipol. The 10 diamond-coated saxophone was intended for Princess Pa’s charity foundation. The fine, black, polished wood is plated with 18 carat gold and 10 diamonds. The 40,000 Euro sax also bears the royal logo.

The pieces are made of borosilicate glass which has a melting point of around 1200 ºC, (diamonds burn at a temperature of about 800 ºC). The glass blower introduces the diamond into the viscous glass mass and places it in the desired position. The Diamonds in Glass website has a video of the process. Prices start at around 1620 euros for a small glass. (diamondsinglass)

$400,000 Champagne Glasses

2011-01-29T17:44:00.002+05:00

The title of the world’s most expensive champagne glass goes to the $400,000 Diamond & Crystal Champagne Glass by designer John Calleija. Along with John, it took a team of five jewelers to develop two glasses made of 8kg blocks of crystal, encrusted with 15 carats of white diamonds, and six carats of rare, argyle pink diamonds.

The glasses were purchased by a Melbourne businessman who is planning to turn them into cherished family heirlooms. Nice! My family heirloom is a jar of tomato paste made by Italian nuns :D YUMM!

Guinness $15 Million Tipping Point Ad

2011-01-29T17:41:00.001+05:00

Bravia-balls ad director Nicolai Fuglsig is back in action, but this time with Guinness. At an alleged 10 million euros ($15 million), this is likely the most expensive beer commercial you’ll ever watch. The ad is a chain reaction of visual delight, although the end result probably doesn’t justify the price tag.

Previously, the ad was only available to those who solved puzzles on the Guinness website.

If it’s your thing, check out the Bravia ads, which are nothing short of spectacular: