Hasselblad is generally acknowledged as being the Rolls Royce under the cameras. This special edition was limited to 1400 outfits and comes with an original warranty card and serial numbered box. This one is number 659. Buy here

Music was my first love; and it will be my last! John Miles was back in ‘76 way ahead. Gihawoo Design brings this minimalistic design and I hear everyone thinking; why didn’t I came up with this?! They resembled the shape of plug into a mp3 player. So no extra cables or chargers, just shove [...]

If you weren’t hiding under a rock lately you probably know Apple launched their iPad 2. Here at Vlamboyant we are really Apple addicts but all the media fuzz is a bit overwhelming right now. Compared to all the iPad 1 covers the Smart cover is definitely a real state-of-art. It transforms the cover into [...]

Insane in the brain! This is what we like about design; so effective and so simple! Since 2010 Australia is light bulb free, in 2012 Europe will follow. So it will be perfect if we can buy this Insight energy saving light by that time. Only one thing remains; what will the cartoonist use when [...]

Utrasone came up with the Edition 10. The first Open-back headphones in their range. Due to the technique of these headphones the sound signature comes very close to actual room speakers. The wings of a butterfly inspired the shape of the open-back. The titanium and the wood finishing looks quite nice. They only produce 2010 [...]

Stacks brings you a normal 3D glasses to watch films like Avatar. Circular polarized 3D glasses are for viewing RealD films. RealD or ‘Circular’ (RealD is to Circular polarized as ‘Kleenex’ is to facial tissue) has become the de facto standard for theatrical 3D viewing and is also being used as the next generation standard [...]

RibCage is an ultra tough sleeve with a highly durable pressure moulded plastic panel to protect the glass screen of your iPad. The RibCage ‘bone-like’ form acts as a robust structure to defend against direct screen impacts and accidental knocks and bumps. It’s a totally new breed of sleeve protection. Comes in black and white. [...]

Hard drive manufactures be prepared! Now these days it isn’t enough to design a hard drive in a simple plain case. This great design by Linus Berglund, the Bookbinded external hard drive, is really great! You only have to be careful that you wouldn’t bring it back to the nearest library. Dimensions : 120×195×45 mm.

Finally it’s there, the wildest dream of every men! The new 2400W Power tool for ironing: Philips Steam iron GC4490. This powerful iron comes with the most robust sole plate of all irons. Nothing can scratch this iron while it glides smoothly over your garment. The powerful steam boost helps you to blast all creases [...]

These products are created from 100% reclaimed or discarded materials. Rather than these materials ending up at the local dump, they attempt to re-purpose them into something beautiful. The hard drives are fabricated from leftovers from a much larger furniture project. The grain is exquisite in this one-of-a-kind piece. Once shaped and wet-sanded to near [...]

Sigh…. This is what I like! No distracting appliances in the room – only a functional shelf on the wall – that’s it.                                     Powerful bass and room filling sound from the integrated sound system and full connectivity make your home entertainment a sensual experience. Buy here

Cylindrus turns everyday office routine into a magic show. Secretary Tanya goes: “Wow, how did you do that?”, and brand manager Lara is like: “Aaawesome!”, and logistics specialist Mike says: “Cool.”  

A while ago I purchased the BookBook, simply because I love it. Now Long Live Books came up with the BOOK. A real book with a hard cover to protect your electronic devices like your Macbook or iPad. Each BOOK is hand crafted to order in a small Minnesota studio. On the inside, a tailored [...]

A good friend of mine, Thomas Linssen from Studio Thol, started a couple years ago with the production method; Rapid Manufacturing. This technique makes it possible to print a 3 dimensional computer drawing in a synthetic material like Nylon. Brian Garret Schuur takes it to a new level, featuring his custom Street Headphones. Because they [...]

A good Multi-touch table can only become great when it comfortably seats the users. The Touchy Remix is manufactured from a durable fiberglass shell built around a rigid aluminum chassis and has a 40″ WXGA (720p HD) internal projection screen. Based on the revolutionary design of the “VERSA” form-factor, which dramatically changes the appearance and [...]

Listening to your favourite tunes and never finding your iPod next to the vegetables in the kitchen again. Gorenje makes it easy with this iPod device integrated with a fridge!

Don’t blow your brains out with this piece. This western hair dryer turns your bathroom into a saloon and maybe if you close your eyes real quick, you think you’re Clint… P.S. Don’t use it when your taking a bath, we all know what’s going to happen then.

Forget about SMEG, just for a little at least. Gorenje Retro Collection designed by Karim Rashid, brings three different shaped refrigerates; Chic – Vintage – Funky. Which one suites you best?

Finally Steve Jobs presented Apple’s highly anticipated new toy, the iPad. It looks like an iPhone on steroids, but much more capable. You read your books and favourite newspapers, watch films (10 hours straight), do business with Apple’s iWork suite and surf the internet (sans flash though). To put it simple; it’s the missing link [...]

A while ago, I posted this sharp wooden cover by Rainer Spehl. By BookBook they take it literally a step further and designed this a one-of-a-kind hardback leather case. Buy here

Especially for my friend, cause he’s really into white….. An Ultrasilencer that is as easy on the eyes as it is the ears. Totally white, the design is boldly unconventional and as fresh as a layer of Scandinavian snow. But in Pia Wallén’s work, there is always a touch of humour. Flashes of bright orange [...]

Forget about Clooney with his Nespresso and also the dishwater from the Senseo machine! Look and behold to this wonderful on a water mine based pistol espresso machine.

Now these days everybody has a Playstation or a X-Box, I go for this oldskool NES, redesigned by Javier Segovia.

The Deco from Datamancer looks like an old typewriter, check out the fonts at the keyboard, don’t they are looking familiar?! (VLAMBOYANT)

The add is really great, but the bulb is greater. No more buzzing insects at night around your lights, thanks to this superb innovation.

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A brand new power source crafted especially for our mobile needs. The Eneloop Stick Booster is a device that can be used to charge most mobile gadgets  like cell phones, MP3 players and others. The charger has an aluminium body, a diameter of less than 2 cm, will contain two AA eneloop batteries and it [...]

Grade 1 titanium, high quality plastic resin, a neodymium scroll wheel and an impressive design: the handcrafted mouse was created for those who demand perfection at their fingertips.

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Refresh is a personal or shared charging station for three or more devices. Compact in size and compatible with most of the new devices hitting the market today, it can charge two iPod/iPhones simultaneously while also charging a Blackberry. Buy here

Vers 2X: is a compact 30W system with full, rich sound that could only come from a rigid, real wood cabinet. Finished by hand, each Vers system takes over a week to build and each one is unique. Vers 2X are available in Cherry, Natural Walnut, Dark Walnut and Bamboo. Buy here

Especially for my iPhone friends. Buy here        

47″ Borderless Design TV With LED Technology, Bluetooth and USB connectivity. A whole new type of TV – Experience the feeling of borderless design with the SL9000 series with LED technology. Producing higher contrast ratios, ultra thin designs and Energy Saving Recommended certification. The SL9000 is at his thickest point 2.9 cm!  

The vintage Z560M Nixie tubes, used in former East-Germany in the mid 20th century as numeric displays, were the inspiration for the design of Daniel Kurth’s Nixie Concrete clock. The time in the picture reads 10:23:54

In collaboration with technology brand Oregon Scientific, Kit Men has created an artistic DECT 6.0 digital expandable cordless phone called OREFON.

The Sigma Bluetribe bluetooth headset can be used for listening to music, and to receive calls from your mobile phone. Check: Sigma

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