Added on 10/03/07

The Altec Lansing FX6021 with InConcert™ technology is a 3-piece system for the music, gaming, or home theater enthusiast. A revolution in pro audio, InConcert technology enables the FX6021 to deliver crisp, clean, full-volume sound that feels like... See more

The Altec Lansing FX6021 with InConcert™ technology is a 3-piece system for the music, gaming, or home theater enthusiast. A revolution in pro audio, InConcert technology enables the FX6021 to deliver crisp, clean, full-volume sound that feels like its being directed right at you. InConcert Technology directs the sound straight ahead and to the sides, not up and down. So the sound is pure and clean, uncluttered by reflections from the ceiling or floor. Two ultra-slim satellites feature a total of twelve 1” neodymium micro drivers, with each pair of micro drivers powered by its own discrete amplifier. A 6.5” ported subwoofer completes the sound with low-frequency, full-throated bass. * Features InConcert™ Technology – The fusion of pro audio line-array and tri-amp technologies, Altec Lansing’s InConcert uses three separate amplifiers to power a total of 12 high-performance, full-range Micro Drivers. A frequency filtering system beams intense, concentrated audio straight out. You’ve... See less

Highlights: MSRP: $249.95

Added on 02/05/07

QUATTROPORTE AUTOMATICA: The automatic version of Maserati's luxury sedan was shown for the first time in the United States in January 2007.

QUATTROPORTE AUTOMATICA: The automatic version of Maserati's luxury sedan was shown for the first time in the United States in January 2007. See less

Added on 02/04/07

Book Description Roland's ubiquitous epaulets have recently come home from Rummyworld, "that vast, tumultuous terrorist theme park that used to be known as Iraq." At its chaotic outer edges, in al-Amok, Proconsul Duke survives numerous assassination... See more

Book Description Roland's ubiquitous epaulets have recently come home from Rummyworld, "that vast, tumultuous terrorist theme park that used to be known as Iraq." At its chaotic outer edges, in al-Amok, Proconsul Duke survives numerous assassination attempts and the alleged courting of his sidekick by Iraqi suitors. But the serious new action is in New Orleans ("Looting, graft, profiteering ¿ it's all about the skill set, Honey") and Team Duke, like Halliburton, embarks for the Golf Coast, and sets up a command post on a FEMA-provided cruise ship. Elsewhere on the home front a fully-prostheticized B.D. is increasingly ambulatory, yet finds the struggle to reclaim his mind and emotions is by far the harder part of his journey. The collateral casualty count continues to rise as Zonker is forced to make a traumatic foray into the job market. The option-aware Alex launches an ambitious seven-school college tour, including Walden, where she is clued to her father's unbuttoned-down past.... See less

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Added on 01/31/07

Next-generation technology. Superior results. This powerhouse printer combines next-generation print head technology with advanced 5-color printing, for fast, high-definition photos. Canon Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering (FINE) uses a... See more

Next-generation technology. Superior results. This powerhouse printer combines next-generation print head technology with advanced 5-color printing, for fast, high-definition photos. Canon Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering (FINE) uses a high-performance 1,856-nozzle print head that ejects precise, consistent droplets as small as 1 picoliter. The result? An amazing resolution of up to 9600 x 2400 color dpi,1 for detail and clarity unmatched by comparable printers. Plus, the ContrastPLUS™ 5-color ink system - with four dye-based inks plus a pigment-based black ink - produces true-life photos, along with laser-quality text. Your output will simply amaze you. The PIXMA™ iP5000 Photo Printer has the speed to match its exceptional quality. It can produce up to 25 ppm in black and up to 17 ppm in color,2 and a beautiful 4" x 6" borderless print takes only 36 seconds. It also features a new drive system that not only improves speed but reduces noise. Want to simplify your photo... See less

Added on 01/05/07

One of the most beautiful, flexible, and complex prefab systems we’ve covered in the last year is the Ray Kappe designed Living Home. For better and worse, it was covered this week in the LA Times by writer Christopher Hawthorne in the article “Such... See more

One of the most beautiful, flexible, and complex prefab systems we’ve covered in the last year is the Ray Kappe designed Living Home. For better and worse, it was covered this week in the LA Times by writer Christopher Hawthorne in the article “Such a deal?” Although he addressed several shortcomings that bother us about the current prefab industry, we can’t help but feel he cast a harsh light on prefabs in general based upon this high end model. “…the last thing the fledgling prefab movement needs at this point is aggressive marketing or more hype. What it needs is a reality check.” –Christopher Hawthorne, LA Times Yes, there’s a lot of prefab hype. We admit it; a bit of a prefab bubble, yet to be filled. But we consider this an important weekly topic for two important reasons. First, a handful of designs in the not so distant future will emerge at the head of the pack and deliver quality sustainable design – and we want to be at the front of this curve. The second, and perhaps more... See less

Added on 12/23/06

Warranty: Five year limited Availability: October 2006 Skystream is available in North American grid (220V/60HZ), marine and battery charging versions. An international configuration (50HZ) will be available in the second quarter of 2007.

Warranty: Five year limited Availability: October 2006 Skystream is available in North American grid (220V/60HZ), marine and battery charging versions. An international configuration (50HZ) will be available in the second quarter of 2007. See less

Added on 12/23/06

The 2007 Prius with Hybrid Synergy Drive® is leading the industry in hybrid technology, offering a seamless integration of its gas engine and an emissions-free electric motor to achieve amazing fuel economy with an EPA-estimated combined city/highway... See more

The 2007 Prius with Hybrid Synergy Drive® is leading the industry in hybrid technology, offering a seamless integration of its gas engine and an emissions-free electric motor to achieve amazing fuel economy with an EPA-estimated combined city/highway 55 miles-per-gallon and Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV) rating. The forward thinking technology of the Prius doesn't end here with available features like Bluetooth® [2] wireless technology, Smart Key System [3] and backup camera [4]. And an available auxiliary audio jack provides MP3/WMA playback capability so you can listen to your own soundtrack as you drive the hybrid movement forward. Buy a Prius now, and you may be eligible for Federal tax benefits. See less

Added on 12/23/06

Awesome receiver, lots of inputs. Simple and good autoconfiguration. It is able to convert all inputs to component. Don't use the HDMI but its there. I wish it had more than 3 S/PDIF ports but I'm an overly optical kinda person. Cheap receiver with... See more

Awesome receiver, lots of inputs. Simple and good autoconfiguration. It is able to convert all inputs to component. Don't use the HDMI but its there. I wish it had more than 3 S/PDIF ports but I'm an overly optical kinda person. Cheap receiver with all the features of higher priced ones. Lots of controls on front for the times when you've misplaced your remote (some people find this unattractive but personally like the buttons not covered up). No audio sync feature but it's not really a problem unless your projector or HDTV is slow. You can map component, coxial, and optical ports to any of the sources despite all of them having labels. Comment | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this) See less

Highlights: Amazon Price: $409.38

Added on 12/06/06

This is one of my favorite albums by Tim Buckley, and marks his first forays into a 'jazzier' style. Each of the albums he recorded in his brilliant, too-short career has a distinct personality -- the closest relative to HAPPY SAD would have to be... See more

This is one of my favorite albums by Tim Buckley, and marks his first forays into a 'jazzier' style. Each of the albums he recorded in his brilliant, too-short career has a distinct personality -- the closest relative to HAPPY SAD would have to be the sadly out-of-print BLUE AFTERNOON (PLEASE, someone, make this available again!!!), released shortly after on Frank Zappa & Herb Cohen's Straight Records. Buckley, unhappy with his relationship with Elektra, had signed with Straight -- and the label began releasing albums by him before his contract with Elektra was fulfilled, causing a bit of confusion in the marketplace at the time. HAPPY SAD (Elektra) was followed closely by BLUE AFTERNOON (Straight), which was followed closely by LORCA (Elektra), then STARSAILOR (Straight again). Too much product in too short a time proved more than the market could bear -- and Tim's record sales (and to a lesser extent, his radio play) suffered. The fans he already had delighted, however -- more of his... See less

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Added on 11/26/06

Tonal quality and richness of sound is superior to other systems at any price. The retail on this unit was discounted nicely. WEAKNESSES: Minor annoyance of screw-down knobs on the rear of the speaker, especially on wall units requiring a ladder for... See more

Tonal quality and richness of sound is superior to other systems at any price. The retail on this unit was discounted nicely. WEAKNESSES: Minor annoyance of screw-down knobs on the rear of the speaker, especially on wall units requiring a ladder for installation. REVIEW: My RM 6800 unit is driven by an Onkyo TX-SR502 receiver. This 450 Watt receiver is perfect for our home theatre area. With 11 foot ceilings and a glass wall with wooden flooring, I doubted the power of the sub in this speaker package. The sound from such small (and beautiful) speakers is truly remarkable. I call it "sweet sound." The sub-woofer delivers the goods on DVD input and is very fine and satisfying on CD input. I switched from Bose 901's to the Polk system and I wish I had done it years ago. See less

Highlights: Big sound, small package, good price. Package nice with no damage during shipping. WEAKNESSES: The ONLY thing that was a bit quirky are the thumbscrews on the back for the inputs. REVIEW: Wow, I hooked up these speakers and couldn't believe the difference. I switched from 8 year old JBL...

Added on 11/24/06

Model: LARS601 | Style: Contemporary | Type: Recliner | Material: Leather, Steel | Color / Finish: White (Also available in Beige, Black, Blue, Brown, Gold, and 8 others) | Cover: Tight | Cushion: Dacron, Foam, Poly-fiber | Arm Style: Open | Back... See more

Model: LARS601 | Style: Contemporary | Type: Recliner | Material: Leather, Steel | Color / Finish: White (Also available in Beige, Black, Blue, Brown, Gold, and 8 others) | Cover: Tight | Cushion: Dacron, Foam, Poly-fiber | Arm Style: Open | Back Style: Tight | Seat Style: Tight, Upholstered | Skirt / Base Style: Tight Base | Features: Adjustable | Dimensions: 28.9" W x 31.2" D x 40.6" H x 19.5" Chair Width x 66.3" L See less

Highlights: Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price: $1,400.00; each

Added on 11/22/06

Lenovo offers in Japan until December 5th, a 22” Wide screen with a 1680x1050 (WSXGA+) resolution, a 700:1 ratio for contrast, a 300cd/m2 brightness, and a 5ms response time, for only 350.00 euros. I think I'm going to throw away the two 17" screens... See more

Lenovo offers in Japan until December 5th, a 22” Wide screen with a 1680x1050 (WSXGA+) resolution, a 700:1 ratio for contrast, a 300cd/m2 brightness, and a 5ms response time, for only 350.00 euros. I think I'm going to throw away the two 17" screens I have at the office and at home, and get 2 of these! See less

Added on 11/19/06

Every key of the Optimus keyboard is a stand-alone display showing exactly what it is controlling at this very moment.

Every key of the Optimus keyboard is a stand-alone display showing exactly what it is controlling at this very moment. See less

Added on 11/15/06

In case your dual-core desktop was starting to show its age, Dell is now cramming a quad-core processor inside its top of the line XPS desktop. The new XPS 710 packs Intel's 2.66GHz Core 2 Extreme QX6700 quad-core CPU, letting you throw any... See more

In case your dual-core desktop was starting to show its age, Dell is now cramming a quad-core processor inside its top of the line XPS desktop. The new XPS 710 packs Intel's 2.66GHz Core 2 Extreme QX6700 quad-core CPU, letting you throw any multi-threaded app you can find its way. For expansion, the desktop has four memory slots alongside seven expansion slots that comfortably fit as many video cards as you can afford. All this goodness is gonna cost you though. The XPS (available today) starts at $3,699. Having the extra horsepower under the hood sounds inviting, but personally there's few multi-threaded apps (if any) in my library to justify splurging close to $4 grand on a desktop. – Louis Ramirez Press Release [Dell] read more: * dell * dell xps 710 * pcs * quad-core * xps 710 See less

Added on 11/05/06

Samsung's SPH-S4300 MP3 Music Stick Phone idea looked like a winner, but this new tiny Samsung SGH-X830 cellphone takes that original design concept to the next level. It has mobile music features as you can see, with MP3 player functions and graphic... See more

Samsung's SPH-S4300 MP3 Music Stick Phone idea looked like a winner, but this new tiny Samsung SGH-X830 cellphone takes that original design concept to the next level. It has mobile music features as you can see, with MP3 player functions and graphic equalizer, and it also takes photos and videos. That swivel design with scroll wheel is sweet, and the colors should make this Samsung SGH-X830 phone a popular choice but we'll have to wait and see when this cool phone will be available outside of South Korea. See less

Added on 11/04/06

Based on comics master Scott McCloud's recommendation (below), I bought a Cintiq. It does something I've always wanted to do since I first saw a...

Added on 10/29/06

PC Magazine's live, online events make you more productive at work, home, and on the go. Best of all, they're FREE! Featured Event: How to Deliver Award Winning Support for Less Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 12 noon Eastern - Sponsored by Citrix... See more

PC Magazine's live, online events make you more productive at work, home, and on the go. Best of all, they're FREE! Featured Event: How to Deliver Award Winning Support for Less Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 12 noon Eastern - Sponsored by Citrix Online How can your small business 'do more with less' in a constantly changing environment? The good news is that you don't need to be a big company to provide great support -- if you have the right tools. Hear how YourTechOnline.com, the winner of PC Magazine's Editor's Choice award for Best Tech Support, has built its reputation by providing top-quality service with Citrix® GoToAssist™ remote support. Register today. See less

Added on 10/22/06

Bill Stumpf, Don Chadwick, 1994 The much-admired contemporary task chair offers unprecedented comfort at the computer, executive desk, or in the conference room. The revolutionary design includes exceptional adjustability and a mesh surface that... See more

Bill Stumpf, Don Chadwick, 1994 The much-admired contemporary task chair offers unprecedented comfort at the computer, executive desk, or in the conference room. The revolutionary design includes exceptional adjustability and a mesh surface that allows air circulation and distributes the body's weight, reducing pressure on the spine and conforming to the body. Made of Pellicle mesh with a metal frame by the Herman Miller Company. More information > | Made in the USA Size: 42h x 27w x 17"d. Cannot be gift-wrapped. Additional shipping charge of $100 per chair. *This item can not be shipped outside of the 48 contiguous US States. See less

Added on 10/22/06

Leroy Company, 1954 Originally designed as a coffee pot, this porcelain tea pot has a stainless-steel, felt-lined cover that keeps tea warm for almost an hour. It also includes a built-in tea infuser. The pot is dishwasher and microwave safe; the... See more

Leroy Company, 1954 Originally designed as a coffee pot, this porcelain tea pot has a stainless-steel, felt-lined cover that keeps tea warm for almost an hour. It also includes a built-in tea infuser. The pot is dishwasher and microwave safe; the cover is not. Holds three cups. Made by Guy Degrenee. See less

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Added on 10/22/06

Alvar Aalto, 1936 The word aalto is Finnish for "wave," and in the 1930s Aalto captured the eternal wave in his classic series of vases. With a sensual and flowing form, they seem to mimic the water they hold. He integrated the natural contours of... See more

Alvar Aalto, 1936 The word aalto is Finnish for "wave," and in the 1930s Aalto captured the eternal wave in his classic series of vases. With a sensual and flowing form, they seem to mimic the water they hold. He integrated the natural contours of the Finnish landscape into his free-form vase series. This edition, inspired by one introduced at the 1936 Paris World's Fair, is taller and narrower than the classic Aalto vase and allows for easy flower arranging. The new Flaming Red edition of the Aalto series recalls the ruby red glass the designer utilized in creating the Aalto Flower for the 1939 World's Fair. Each lead-free crystal piece is mouth-blown into a mold and hand-polished. Made by Iittala. Hand-wash only. Designer Bio > Alvar Aalto See less

Highlights: Aalto Vase, Large $125.00 - $200.00

Added on 10/22/06

Eva Zeisel, 2005 Noted industrial designer Eva Zeisel, known for her products' perfectly curved forms, designed this kettle while sight-impaired and imprinted her signature shape with an extra sensitivity to touch. This ergonomically designed... See more

Eva Zeisel, 2005 Noted industrial designer Eva Zeisel, known for her products' perfectly curved forms, designed this kettle while sight-impaired and imprinted her signature shape with an extra sensitivity to touch. This ergonomically designed 1.8-quart kettle has a seamless body and spout, a wide base for rapid boiling, a removable harmonic whistle, and a soft-touch stay-cool offset handle for easy pouring. Made of brushed stainless steel with a silicone grip. Hand-wash only. See less

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Added on 10/22/06

Frank Lloyd Wright, The pattern is adapted from a carpet design created by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Imperial Hotel, Tokyo, Japan, c.1912-23 (demolished 1968). This scarf features alternating 2" stripes woven in silk and satin textures. Made of 100%... See more

Frank Lloyd Wright, The pattern is adapted from a carpet design created by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Imperial Hotel, Tokyo, Japan, c.1912-23 (demolished 1968). This scarf features alternating 2" stripes woven in silk and satin textures. Made of 100% silk. Dry clean only. Designer Bio > Frank Lloyd Wright See less

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Added on 10/22/06

Frank Lloyd Wright, The festive abstract balloon-and-confetti theme of the leaded-glass windows designed by Wright for the Avery Coonley Playhouse (c. 1912), Riverside, Illinois, and a similar one for the Imperial Hotel, Tokyo, have inspired... See more

Frank Lloyd Wright, The festive abstract balloon-and-confetti theme of the leaded-glass windows designed by Wright for the Avery Coonley Playhouse (c. 1912), Riverside, Illinois, and a similar one for the Imperial Hotel, Tokyo, have inspired generations of designers. Their lively combinations of line, form, and color are newly reinterpreted in this 100% silk crepe scarf. The bold colors and pattern of this design create a vibrant fashion statement. Designer Bio > Frank Lloyd Wright See less

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Added on 10/21/06

When About Car's Philip Powell reviewed the Audi A3 he declared it to be the best car he'd test-driven in the past 12 months. Coming from a veteran auto tester and ex-racer, that's quite a compliment.

When About Car's Philip Powell reviewed the Audi A3 he declared it to be the best car he'd test-driven in the past 12 months. Coming from a veteran auto tester and ex-racer, that's quite a compliment. See less

Added on 10/21/06

Volvo station wagons been popular with families looking for safe transportation. Over the years, they've come in a wide variety of styles, from basic cloth-upholstered grocery getters to leather-lined luxury haulers to turbocharged sport wagons. But... See more

Volvo station wagons been popular with families looking for safe transportation. Over the years, they've come in a wide variety of styles, from basic cloth-upholstered grocery getters to leather-lined luxury haulers to turbocharged sport wagons. But they've all had one thing in common: safety that is engineered into every nook and cranny. In the mid-1990s, as consumer interest in SUVs was booming, Volvo decided to try and capitalize on buyer desires for family vehicles that didn't look like family vehicles. The company took a standard-issue V70 station wagon, raised the suspension, installed all-wheel drive, fastened some cladding to the body, added foglights and special trim and swiped the name of a high school sport for its new concoction. The Cross Country, as it was known, employed the same winning philosophy as the Subaru Outback. Turn a car into an SUV and buyers would come. Come they did, and soon the Volvo Cross Country was accounting for half of all V70 sales. When the V70 was... See less

Added on 10/06/06

With built-in touch-sensitive multimedia controls and a backlighted display that shows digital-music track information, a clock, volume and more, these trophy speakers are meant to be touched and seen. Perfect for use with either a desktop or... See more

With built-in touch-sensitive multimedia controls and a backlighted display that shows digital-music track information, a clock, volume and more, these trophy speakers are meant to be touched and seen. Perfect for use with either a desktop or notebook PC, the powerful speakers deliver rich audio without using a separate space-consuming subwoofer. The bi-amp design, 25.4 mm dome tweeters and 76 mm high-excursion woofers deliver studio-quality sound that fills a room. See less

Added on 10/05/06

The elegantly curved cabinet of the top-of-the-range 800D stands on a heavy cast aluminium plinth that also houses the substantial crossover. The twin 250mm (10 in) diameter Rohacell® sandwich cone woofers have a radiating area equivalent to a single... See more

The elegantly curved cabinet of the top-of-the-range 800D stands on a heavy cast aluminium plinth that also houses the substantial crossover. The twin 250mm (10 in) diameter Rohacell® sandwich cone woofers have a radiating area equivalent to a single 380mm (15 in) driver and can deliver prodigious amounts of bass when called upon to do so, even in large listening rooms. Bass output is reinforced by a down-firing Flowport™ and is configured to have a taut characteristic, enabling the 800D to work optimally in a wide range of ‘real world’ rooms and acoustics. Thanks to the geometry of the Marlan® midrange 'head' enclosure and the separate tweeter on top, the 800D can project an uncannily realistic and three-dimensional image that is more stable with changes in listener position than more conventionally shaped speakers. Powerful it may be, but the 800D can also portray the finest nuances from the recording. So good is it at revealing detail that top recording engineers have said that it... See less

Added on 10/05/06

The Leap chair's back changes shape to support the entire spine. This can reduce the chance of lower back sag and a hunched posture, which may weaken disc walls, stress back ligaments and cause deterioration of the spine. b. Thermal Comfort Thanks to... See more

The Leap chair's back changes shape to support the entire spine. This can reduce the chance of lower back sag and a hunched posture, which may weaken disc walls, stress back ligaments and cause deterioration of the spine. b. Thermal Comfort Thanks to slats in both its back and seat, and the special foam it uses, the Leap chair offers excellent "breathability". It effectively controls a balance of heat and moisture so you stay comfortable. c. Adjustable Seat Depth People don't fit neatly into average body sizes. Leg and torso lengths can vary independent of a person's overall height. Adjustable seat depth accommodates different body shapes for long-term comfort. d. Lower Back Firmness Lower back firmness control enables you to set a constant amount of firmness to help maintain your lower spine's natural curve. e. Height, Depth, Width, and Pivot Arms Arms telescope in and out, move forward and back, pivot and adjust up and down so you can find a natural position that comfortably supports... See less

Highlights: Our Price: $829.00

Added on 09/30/06

Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center * Digital LCD: Clear, crisp high contrast display * Input: Select audio source (optical, coax, or direct) * Effect: Select digital surround sound effect * Settings: Adjust parameters of digital surround sound... See more

Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center * Digital LCD: Clear, crisp high contrast display * Input: Select audio source (optical, coax, or direct) * Effect: Select digital surround sound effect * Settings: Adjust parameters of digital surround sound effects * Mute: Mute the entire system * Level: Adjust volume, subwoofer, center, and fader levels * Pro-audio style knob: Oversized, weighted control knob with digital precision * System Power * Auxiliary input jack: For convenient connection to portable audio devices (CD, MP3, MiniDisc®, etc.) | Dolby® Digital is the universal standard for 5.1 digital sound. DVDs, PlayStation®2, Xbox®, digital cable, satellite TV, and HDTV all use Dolby Digital. The Z-5500 Digital includes a hardware Dolby Digital decoder for full, rich 5.1 sound. | THX® certification is the "seal of approval" for speaker quality. It is an absolute assurance that these speakers accurately recreate the full sonic experience of a movie theater. The Z-5500 Digital is one of a... See less

Highlights: USD 399.95

Added on 09/14/06

This year we witnessed the additions of the X-series Bravia, replacing its V counterparts as the flagship models in the Sony's LCD TV stable. Together with the 2006 SXRD rear-projection Bravia, they form a new core of the Japanese offerings which are... See more

This year we witnessed the additions of the X-series Bravia, replacing its V counterparts as the flagship models in the Sony's LCD TV stable. Together with the 2006 SXRD rear-projection Bravia, they form a new core of the Japanese offerings which are both full HD-capable and 1080p-ready. ... See less