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Slacker Personal Radio

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Slacker Radio($FREE) is an awesome internet radio application that can be accessed from quite a few places. Slacker has developed software for BlackBerry, iPhone, and your typical web browser. Using Slacker is straightforward, users simply open the app or go to the website and choose the music genre that they want to listen to. If you want to have Slacker create a station for you, then search for an artist or song and they will create a play list that matches your search. You can also create custom stations and download the play list to your device if you are going to be somewhere without cell service (like a flight). There are some commercials here and there, but they can be taken out by signing up for their subscription service. If you’re looking to make the time go by at work then Slacker can help.

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Music, Scene, Software

The Usual Suspects on Blu-ray (1995)

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The Usual Suspects($10) easily fits in the top five of any guys movie collection. If you haven’t had the time to see this film, make some. The story begins with five felons being brought in for questioning regarding a robbery that took place in New York. The story unfolds as Verbal Kint (Kevin Spacey) narrates the group’s adventure to a US customs agent in California. We don’t want to introduce any spoilers so just take our word for it, this is a great movie. Loaded with comedy, action, suspense, and tons of quotable lines this is a must have.

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Essential, Movies, Scene

Motorola Droid Smartphone for Verizon

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Fed up or even jealous of iPhone users shoving their phone in your face? Looking to one up them? Check out Droid($199) by Motorola. Droid is an impressive piece of kit. Running Google’s new Android 2.0 OS which makes previous versions of Android look like children’s toys. This is also the first device to be bundled with Google’s new turn by turn direction service. As for hardware, expect this phone to make waves. It’s packed with a huge 3.7″ capacitive 480×854 pixel screen, all the standard radios (CDMA, WiFi, Bluetooth), a bundled 16GB micro SD card, 5.0MP camera with dual flash, a desktop grade browser (with flash support coming soon), a notification light (this is actually huge), the standard google software, and an optional dock that turns your device into a clock radio or dashboard computer for your car. Motorola has been slouching lately, but it looks like they’re back. Available for pre order now at your local Best Buy brick and mortar or at Verizon stores on November 6th.

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Gear, Tech

Soap Dish & Toothbrush Holder by Vipp

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Step up your bathroom and put your toothbrush in something other than a plastic cup. The Vipp family has been joined by two new members: The toothbrush holder and soap dish. The set has soft rubber edges that protect surfaces as well as an integrated rubber insert with grooves to keep the soap dry, while the toothbrush holder has a two room insert. Both pieces feature stainless steel trim, silicon rubber, and color choices of white, stainless steel, or black powder coat. Last but not least, all rubber parts are dishwasher safe. Pretty cool how the Danish have managed to turn something as boring as a soap dish and toothbrush holder into something rather sleek in design.

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Hygiene

Rolls Royce Ghost

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Known as the 200EX during the concept phase, Rolls Royce has debuted the Ghost at the recent Frankfurt Motor Show. The 2011 Rolls Royce might be smaller than the Phantom, but the vehicle has incorporated a lot of the new, modern design features and is packed with the latest gadgets such as night vision, adaptive cruise control and multiple cameras. The car has a sleeker profile than its big brother and is almost two feet shorter. The Ghost is powered by an all-new 6.6 liter turbocharged V12, which will produce 563bhp and 575lb/ft of torque and mates to an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission. Starting at $250k, that might be a little out of the price range for us regular folks, but if you’ve got the dough, you can’t go wrong with a Rolls Royce.

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Cars, Transport

Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas Nevada

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Oktoberfest may be over this year, but you can still enjoy some good German beer from a massive stein or even a two liter glass boot (DAS BOOT!) year round. Located in Las Vegas, NV right across the street from the Hard Rock Hotel, Hofbräuhaus is in a class of its own. It’s the only faithful reproduction of the original Hofbräuhaus München in the world. With live music, nightly stein holding competitions, and the chicken dance what more do you need? If you find yourself in Vegas, make sure you stop in at the Hofbräuhaus.

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Life, Scene

Shuriken Coasters by Doug Best

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If you’re a ninja like us or just feel like you need something to spice up the coffee table, these Shuriken Coasters by Doug Best will get you one step closer. Not only that but they will add plenty of life to your dojo. These are available in sets of 9 in black translucent acrylic, aluminum, and red tint acrylic. Warning: we don’t suggest you keep these around your boys who are accident prone.

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Gear, Hygiene

Trident Layers Green Apple + Golden Pineapple

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Do you have stank-breath and what to try something new? Forget the same old mint and get some Trident Layers($13/12 pack) gum in Green Apple + Golden Pineapple. These two flavors sandwiched together are downright delicious. Hit your local convenience store for a single pack or buy online in bulk. Also available in Wild Strawberry + Tangy Citrus.

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Hygiene, Snacks

Bell & Ross BR 01 Tourbillon Phantom

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A part of the Bell & Ross limited edition series, The BR 01 Tourbillon Phantom is another prime example of why Bell & Ross is world renowned. In this specific collection, there are only 18 pieces available world wide. The BR 01 Tourbillon Phantom watch has a 46mm DLC coated (diamond like carbon) titanium case (which is virtually un-scratchable) with a black carbon fiber dial which displays power reserve, thrust indicator, regulator and a black gold Tourbillon case. Water resistance is 100 meters. The Phantom has a manual winding movement with a 120 hour power reserve, carbon fiber main plates and is secured with a black rubber strap and steel clasp. These fellas don’t cut any corners as each watch is meticulously hand made and run through rigorous testing at all levels to ensure your piece is made to perfection. If you like this watch, make sure you check out the rest of the limited edition collection.

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Gear, Watches

Cosmic Egg by Wolfmother(2009)

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Back from the band’s 2008 restructuring, leaving front man Andrew Stockdale as the last man standing, Wolfmother held on to their classic rock sound. Cosmic Egg ($10), the band’s sophomore album, is still loaded with the sabbath and zeppelin feel that put them on the map and their first single “Back Round” can prove it. The album has 16 full length songs. Other standout tracks include: California Queen, Sundial, and In the Castle.

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Music, Scene