We're not saying you should buy a clothing-related appliance based on its tech credentials, but in the case of the Samsung F457 Front-Loading Washer ($TBA), it doesn't hurt. Packing Wi-Fi and the ability to be monitored and controlled via an app, the F457 also features a lot of high technology related to actually washing clothes, including industry-leading capacity, seven specialty cycles to handle even the most delicate loads, PowerFoam technology for deep stain fighting, steam cycles for wrinkle reduction, vibration reduction technology for quiet operation, an 8-inch LCD touch screen control panel, and SpeedSpray which delivers shots of water with dissolved detergent for cleansing, followed by a rinsing shot for shorter cycle times. The matching DV457 dryer completes the set.
You can judge the merits of their music on its own terms, but one thing's undeniable — the world of rap includes some of the most hilarious, silly, and downright strange stage names of any art form. The Magnificent Map of Rap Names ($30) celebrates these monumental monikers by connecting them in gold metallic grid of 636 titles sorted into groupings such as "Audacious Misspelling", "Straight Gs", and "Similarity to a Cartoon Character".
Tired of your pedestrian doorknobs? Make each entry an event with ModKnobs ($95-$125). These modern, round knobs come in a variety of finishes — including the vulcanized rubber Puck, PaperStone Matte, Oak, and Walnut — and in traditional or off-center Pivot styles. While they may not work all that well in more traditional settings, they'll do wonders for any contemporary/modern interior, giving your home one more little "finishing touch".
Give yourself one less thing to worry about with the Breville Tea Brewer ($250). Designed for the discerning tea drinker and incredibly lazy alike, this one-touch brewer features a fully automated tea basket that moves your leaves down into the water, then gently agitates them to infuse your tea with flavor, as the whole system keeps track of what variety of tea you're brewing, adjusting the water temperature and brewing time accordingly. Or, you could just do the same thing with a stove, thermometer, and egg timer. Good luck with that.
Behold the awesome old school goodness of these vintage-printed, buttery-soft Homage T-Shirts. They turn back the clock with shout outs to eclectic moments and personalities in sports, music, politics and popular culture. From Bruce Lee to Larry Bird, the tees tell stories of triumph, individualism and hustle. Pay Homage.
Sure, it's a litte strange to be recommending an entire kitchen made by a company best known for its trash cans, but one look at these Vipp Kitchen Modules ($TBA) and you'll understand. While the frame if the main module is made from powder-coated aluminum, the fronts and handles of the cabinets are made from powder-coated stainless steel, and the table top is made from a massive 5mm thick piece of stainless steel, featuring a welded, fully integrated sink, and four integrated gas burners with steel knobs. Other modules feature similar materials and add extra storage, as well as an induction and oven solution developed in collaboration with Marc Newson for SMEG. Available exclusively in the company's Flagship Store in Copenhagen. [Scouted by Nico]
Add some class to your home theater lobby with some Vintage Film Posters ($355 and up). Available in a variety of sizes, and formats, these posters have been authenticated and guaranteed by leading experts, and feature original art for well known films, from 1937's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to more recent classics like E.T. and Alien.
What's the next move when you've written a book about your vast collection of beer cans? Make a poster of them, of course. This Beer Can Poster ($20) features 30 of the favorite cans from Beer: A Genuine Collection of Cans, and arrives as an unframed 24"x36" poster that's just begging for a place on the wall in your man cave. Email thebeerbook@gmail.com to order.
You don't need to appreciate clever design to like the Deglon Meeting Knife Set ($740) — but it helps. Crafted from high-quality stainless steel, this ingenious set includes a 3-1/4-inch paring knife, 5-1/4-inch utility knife, 8-inch chef knife, and 8-3/4-inch slicer, alternatively made with an internal cavity or shaped to go inside one, such that the entire set fits into the included steel block using roughly the same amount of space as a standard chef's knife — which also makes it perfect for those times when space is at a premium.
Tackle any problematic bottle or can with ease using the Yeti Tarpon Beverage Entry Tool ($7). Made from forged stainless steel, this circular tool includes a twist-off wrench, church key, and can tab opener, meaning you should be able to open any drink you need access to — unless, you're drinking wine, in which case you probably have a more civilized tool available anyway.
The difference between a good design and a great one is longevity — great design is timeless, but as such, it takes time to recognize. The OXO Anniversary Edition Uplift Tea Kettle ($70) was created to do exactly that — recognize ten years of the company's classic kettle, with long-lasting stainless steel and zinc construction and handles made from natural cork. As an added bonus, you can pretty much guarantee it'll look as cool in 2022 as it does today.
Fans of colorful kitchen appliances, fear not: the Delonghi kMix Collection ($100-$300) has you covered. Available in a variety of colors — including black, white, blue, red, green, yellow, orange, magenta, and the ever-popular un-color stainless steel — the collection includes a toaster, tea kettle, 5- or 10-cup coffee maker, and an espresso maker, each of which features a durable die-cast aluminum exterior, high-quality components, and a simple, elegant, and perfectly-matching design.
Let your fellow drunks know you mean business by popping the top on your next brew with the Steel Bottle Opener ($50). Manually machined from cold formed steel, each opener is hand-stamped with the production number, and then finished in a dark gun blue before receiving a coat of wax to keep rust away. A tanned leather strap provides the finishing touch on this sturdy drinking companion.