> See Jake run: Photos from the set Prince of Persia: the Sands of Time -- based on the popular computer game about a sixth century
prince -- show off Gyllenhaal's newly upgraded guns.
> Make grilled cheese sandwiches in your toaster: Feed your sandwich into reusable bags. All the gooey goodness, half the mess that might end up on your shirt.
> Lutz & Patmos team with West Elm: Knitwear designers collaborate with affordable chic homemakers West Elm on luxe line of pillows and throws.
> Invisibility cloak?: Scientists say they are a step closer to developing materials that
could render people and objects invisible.
> Project Runway sneak peek: Bravo hosts icon Brooke Shields as a guest judge, and our guess is the designers' challenge will relate to her character on sister station NBC's Lipstick Jungle.
> Ferragamo opening men's only boutique, J. Crew to follow: With men's shopping a rare bright spot in the current economic climate, the Italian style luxe brand is out in front of the trend. Designed as a pseudo-bar/gathering place for discerning male shoppers from 20 to 40 years old, the store ignores the tried and tested "purse and pumps" format of most locations and opts for a more clubby vibe.
> "I Am Rich" iPhone application lures 8 buyers: The creator of $1,000 download says, "I regard it as art," but the joke program does nothing but download an image of a multifaceted ruby.
Monday mornings are the absolute worst. You're five unthinkably long days away from the next weekend and your alarm clock always sounds shriller and more unwelcoming than any other day of the week. We're guessing this is exactly the sad state of affairs that inspired designer Alfie Lake to invent the clever Osim Nioi aromachology alarm clock.
Rather than utilizing jarring beeps, sirens, or buzzers that jolt you from sleep -- rendering you petulant for the rest of the day -- the clock emits pleasant smells that gently wake you. You simply load the device with one of three scent cartridges, like the one labeled "fresh bread," and as the pre-selected time approaches, the odor intensifies. The clock can also be outfitted and programmed to release calming scents like lavender while you sleep, which will supposedly relax the body and ensures a restful night.
Other than worrying about what smelling fresh baked bread first thing every morning might do to our already dangerously out of control high carb cravings, we're sold.
For Apple junkies, today should feel like Christmas: The new iPhone 3G goes on sale! People have lined up overnight for their chance to get their hands on the new handset that promises to revolutionize smart phones once again—at least until Google unleashes Android. Unfortunately, many iPhone users were left feeling like they were dumped on Valentine's Day. In addition to the crazy long lines at AT&T and Apple retail stores to get the second-gen phone, many people haven't been able to activate their new favorite gadget because Apple's activation servers have crashed under the overwhelming demand.
Even people using the first-generation phones are feeling the sting. When I woke up today, I was excited to sign up for MobileMe and download the new iPhone software that promised to let me use the new App Store. Unfortunately, once I upgraded the software, my phone crashed. So, after trying to restore the phone, it couldn't log onto the iTunes store to activate the new software. So, I'm at work, with an expensive brick with no access to my music, calendars or contacts. I hope I my meeting with the Pope wasn't scheduled for today!
Rumor has it that the servers should be back up and running in a few hours. Your Stylelist's advice? Don't upgrade your software today. Wait until the rush calms a bit.
I've never been a big video game person—save for Dance Dance Revolution after a few strong drinks. The last console I owned was a Sega Genesis (remember those?). That was, until, Nintendo unleashed the Wii. I thought I was too old and too cool to ever enjoy playing video games at home again.
I first played Wii Tennis at a friend's flat in London a few months ago and I've been hooked ever since. But just last week I took the plunge and bought a console of my own—they've been sold out in Manhattan since Christmas. Yes, I'm approaching 30 and I enjoy playing Wii. Don't knock it 'til you try it. My latest obsession? Mario Kart Wii!
I remember loving Mario Kart when it came out 100 years ago (when I was a barely in my teens) and the latest incarnation has conjured up my videogame-loving dweeb from the depths of my sordid past. Mario Kart comes with a steering wheel that transforms the Wii Remote into a real wheel. So, as your turn the wheel, your car turns in the game. I know it sounds simple and ridiculous, but it's much more fun than pushing buttons and pressing a silly pad.
Mario Kart Wii includes all the courses from the previous versions of the game, and a few new tricks .
Since Mario Kart is most fun when playing against other people, the Wii can log onto the internet using your Wi-Fi connection and you can battle up to 12 other video game dorks around the world. And there is always a worthy opponent waiting to challenge you.
Living in New York City, this is the closest I'll get to driving a real car. If anyone is up for a Mario Kart race, let me know! Just remember that *I* am always Princess Peach.
You're spoiled rotten by your iPhone's touch screen. We are too. But let's be honest, while the iPhone's on-board camera is nice and all, it hasn't made a quality digital camera obsolete.
If you're a photo connoisseur and like to strike envy in the hearts of your fellow amateur photogs, point your viewfinder at Kodak's EasyShare V1273. It snaps high-definition images with 12 megapixels. And it even has a touchscreen to make it all the more friendly. And don't forget the face detection capability that keeps faces in focus at all times, a 3 x zoom all glass SCHNEIDER- KREUZNACH VARIOGON lens, and video modes that can shoot in HD.
Her gadgets are fully charged! Photo: Getty Images
Elle magazine's green issue was vandalized by sticker-happy environmental activists. Somehow, they managed to get "retraction" stickers placed in a story called "The Believers." The stickers claim the story includes factual inaccuracies.[Folio]
Apple overhauled its iMacs with new processors to give you a whole lot more bang for your buck. [Engadget]
Louis Vuitton has postponed its "China Run" car rally that was supposed to take place at the end of May because of anti-French sentiments (including boycotts of stores, etc.) in China since French politicians spoke out in support of the Dalai Lama. Will the French pull out of the Olympics next? [WWD]
Men are finally shopping online. Welcome to the 21st century boys. Okay, back to ordering my American Apparel t-shirts. [Independent UK]
Electricity-generating clothes? Sounds a bit like Star Trek, but shaking your ass on the dancefloor will keep your favorite gadgets charged. What will they think of next? [Engadget]
A laser hair removal device for use at home is on the way and promises to be very exciting. The price tag, however, is less so. I'm not sure how you'd laser your own back (sounds dangerous) so you might need someone to come over and play a different game of doctor than you're used to. [WWD]
Missoni will open its first hotel in Edinburgh, Scotland early next year, followed by a second in Kuwait. Wow, way to pick the hot, luxurious, travel destinations. We love Edinburgh (they have a bar called C.C. Blooms), and we haven't been to Kuwait (it's a little too close to Iraq for comfort), but those destinations aren't exactly Dubai or Saint-Tropez. [WWD]
Lensman Scott Schuman (pictured), a.k.a. The Sartorialist, announced that he will appear in fall ads for the GAP. How a man that well-dressed is straight is beyond me. (Did you see the story in Fantastic Man?) Come to the dark side, Scott. [Fashionista]
Which presidential candidate do your favorite mall clothiers support? Jezebel spent way too much time compiling this investigative report and we love them for it. [Jezebel]
Rumors of a 2nd generation iPhone are hitting all-time highs. A memo from UK mobile phone company 02 says that the 8GB iPhone and iPod Touch have reached "End of Life." While it sounds ominous, it just means they have sold out in the U.K. and will not be replenished. [Engadget]
A pattern-on-pattern look from Etro's Spring/Summer 2008 Collection.Photo: Getty Images
Men are more daring than ever when it comes to mixing pattern-on-pattern clothes. But while giving instructions on how to pull off the look is almost impossible, the only advice the Times has is to just go for it and try not to look like you got dressed in the dark. [NYT]
Is Italian Vogue doing an issue full of black models shot by photog Steven Meisel? Could this mean that the tides are finally turning for the Vogue empire? [Fashionista]
Christian Lacroix has signed up to design the interiors of a new building in Dubai. Don't expect chic modernism. "The interiors will be based on paradox - contemporary and baroque,
blending East and West, old and new, inspired by history and folklore." In other words, it will totally fit in with Dubai's reputation as the Las Vegas of the Middle East. [British Vogue]
Phone-throwing and alleged spit-hurling supermodel Naomi Campbell will appear on Ugly Betty. The closed set is sure to require hard hats while Naomi is on set. [The Cut]
You might not be able to afford to drive a Lamborghini but you can make up for your bedroom short comings with a Lamborghini laptop computer. The perfect gift for any computer nerd who feels inadequate. [Gizmodo]
Spending a fortune on dry cleaning bills? John Pearse's latest wash-and-go suit can be washed at home in the shower before bed and will be bone dry by morning—perfectly creased and all—thanks to some fabric ingenuity. God bless technology! [Independent]
OMFG. Model/Rich Girl Lydia Hearst is getting in the Gossip Girl action. She'll play a small role in an upcoming episode. Do model/actor crossovers ever go well? [Page Six]
"Which celebrity stylist, who should know better, has been blabbing in L.A. that a particular designer has tumbled off the wagon - again?" Juicy! Wouldn't you like to know? Post a comment with your guess! [NYDN]
Phone-throwing, alleged-spit-hurling supermodel Naomi Campbell (pictured left with YSL's Stefano Pilati) apologized to police offers at London's Heathrow airport for throwing a tantrum that led to her arrest. Can you say PR stunt? She'll be back to her tantrum-prone ways in no time. [NYDN]
Does this 24K Gold and Sapphire MacBook Air belong to: A)A coke dealer B)An expat businessman living in Dubai C) A Las Vegas Showgirl D) Dolce & Gabbana E) Someone with too much time and money on their hands. [Gizmodo]
Need a digital camera for under $150? Gizmodo makes it a snap to find one that fits in your budget and your pocket. [Gizmodo]
This is what happens when gadget geeks try to be fashionable. [Engadget]
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