TomTom GPS navigator for bikers

Now in its second generation, TomTom’s navigation solution for motorbikes features a ruggedized waterproof housing, a 3.5″ touchscreen with large, “glove friendly” icons, a secure universal mounting system and comes bundled with a Cardo scala-rider® Bluetooth® headset for in-helmet spoken instructions and hands-free phone calls.

The Rider 2 includes access to the company’s online map update and personalization service (TomTom Map Share™), pre-installed Tele Atlas maps of Western & Eastern Europe, a safety ‘Help Me’ menu that gives access to emergency services and roadside assistance, itinerary planning, plus trip statistics such as maximum speeds per journey, total miles travelled and distance from home.

The rechargeable Lithium-ion battery is good for around five hours or can be wired into a 12 volt motorcycle battery. there’s also an optional car mount kit for when you decide to swap two wheels for four.

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Nikon COOLPIX P6000

Nikon’s Coolpix P6000 is aimed at DSLR users wanting something pocketable that won’t incur the compromises of a standard digicam. It has a 13.5 megapixel sensor, 4x zoom lens, manual exposure and RAW support. DSLR-style features like shutter- or aperture-priority modes, and a high-end chip to kill lag and processing overhead, polish it off. It replaces the P5100.

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China Television HQ Done, Looks as Crazy as the Renderings

The facade of China Central Television Headquarters is now complete, just in time to look pretty tomorrow, when the world turns its eyes on Beijing’s Olympic Games. The 6.45 million-square-feet complex looks as amazing as the original renderings, defying gravity with its two leaning towers connected by two massive sections floating in midair. Still, the process of how they got connected is even more impressive.

Rumor: Apple Cinema Display Refresh Coming

According to Mac Rumors, Apple will refresh their Cinema Display line in time for next January’s Macworld conference. The refresh, of course, will probably focus on phasing out the current models’ flourescent backlighting in favor of LED.

You might also want to expect a price bump: Apple’s largest Cinema Display is 30″ and costs $1799. An equivalent LED display costs closer to five grand. And that’s before you pay the Jobs tax!

Via: MacRumers: New Apple Cinema Displays Finally at MWSF 2009

Skatebook Volume 2 Release

Salman Agah will be hosting a release party for the John Cardiel edition of Skatebook on August 7th at KCDC Skateshop in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. There will be complimentary issues of this marvelous book as well as libations for those 21 and up. Skatebook is such an amazing project that is put together by Agah and his partner Mike Ballard. It does such a fantastic job of capturing skateboarding’s essence with stunning photography from the sport’s glorious past and present. Be sure to check your local skateshops for this issue and the first one if still available.

Urban Art Auctions at Phillips de Pury & Company

The amazing street art movement has been hitting on so many levels worldwide and now it will be appreciated, seen, and ultimately put up for auction. Phillips de Pury & Company (located in London) will be putting pieces from some of street art’s most prominent figures on September 6th. There will be an impressive collection of pieces ranging from: paintings, photographs, jewelry, toys, and other various pieces from heavy hitters such as: Kaws, Invader, and others. Prior to the auction, will be a viewing from September 2nd through the 6th, the day of the auction.

New Works by Mike Giant

With Mike Giant back from his world travels, the famed Bay Area artist prepares to showcase his only solo show for 2008. Taking place at the White Walls Gallery in San Francisco from October 11th until November 1st, it will surely make for an awesome three weeks. The much anticipated exhibition will be the only opportunity to purchase original illustrations for this year, so if your in town make sure to check it out.

Manifest Hope Art Gallery

Shepard Fairey and his Obey Campaign have teamed up with MoveOn.org to create a virtual art gallery created by the public via online submission. Out of all the entries received, 30 will be featured in the online gallery later to be sold for charity, and the top 5 will be displayed at the Democratic National Convention in Colorado. With the elections nearing, the Barack Obama camp has picked up strong support from the younger demographic due to artistic momentum like the HOPE poster from Shepard Fairey. Not only does the presidential candidate share positive views but he is someone that younger people can relate to whether it be politically or something simple like artwork showcasing the true meaning behind words like Hope, Progress and Unity. Further information regarding this event can be obtained here

Futura and Burton Snowboards Apparel

Probably one of the busiest people in the industry, Futura continues his collaboration project with American snowboard manufacturer Burton. Back in January we previewed the upcoming Futura x Burton snowboard which is set to release this Fall/Winter, in continuance there will be an apparel collection as well. Consisting of a full suit and under garments, the collection features a forest camouflage pattern with Futura’s commonly used typography. With Fall just around the corner, look for this set to in Burton Flagship stores along the US, Australia and Japan.

Sotheby’s returns to Chatsworth to stage Beyond Limits

This year, between Tuesday, 9 September and Sunday, 2 November 2008, Sotheby’s will return to Chatsworth to stage Beyond Limits – a landmark selling exhibition of monumental modern and contemporary sculpture, now in its third year. Following the extraordinary success of last year’s exhibition – at which almost all of the 22 pieces found a buyer, and which attracted more than 30,000 extra visitors to the garden at Chatsworth – Beyond Limits will once again showcase a broad range of work by many of today’s leading international sculptors, as well as major pieces by homegrown UK talents.