Next Level Photography
Step out of the world of static selfies and boring group shots. Photographer Benjamin Von Wong shares a few tips for taking your photography from point-and-shoot to staged compositions with motion and message.
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Patience
After two years of professionally shooting timelapse footage in Europe, photographer Paul Richardson decided to put his favorite work together in one massive piece. Thousands of hours of work are condensed into just over two minutes of the Continent at its finest.
Moana Trailer
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is still giving everyone The People's Eyebrow is Disney's new animated feature. The film follows legendary demi-god Maui, voiced by Johnson, and a young teenager as the journey across the South Pacific. The film is slated for release November 23, 2016.
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T-Mobile Postpaid
Switching wireless carriers has traditionally involved enough friction to keep most people exactly where they are, but T-Mobile is trying to remove that excuse with a streamlined digital process designed to get customers through checkout in 15 minutes or less per line. The experience focuses on speed and simplicity, allowing users to switch online or through the T-Life app while keeping the device they already own. To further lower the barrier, T-Mobile's Keep & Switch program offers up to $800 via virtual prepaid card to help pay off eligible phones when customers make the move, creating a proposition that is equal parts convenience and cost savings.
Presented by T-Mobile.
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PLQR Smart Sticky Note
Private Label QR turns ordinary household labels into dynamic digital reference points, using durable QR stickers that link physical objects to editable information accessible from any smartphone camera. Once attached to a box, appliance, container, suitcase, or keepsake, each label can store notes, photos, instructions, contact details, or organizational data that can be updated anytime without replacing the sticker itself. The system feels especially useful for the kind of real-world friction most smart-home products ignore, from labeling moving boxes and organizing pantry goods to leaving appliance instructions for Airbnb guests or preserving the stories tied to family heirlooms. With no app required and built-in controls for private, public, or group visibility, the platform lands somewhere between modern inventory management and a digital memory layer for everyday objects.
Presented by PLQR.
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Jim McKenzie's The Scarecrow
Artist Jim McKenzie takes you through the entire creative process behind crafting one of his latest works. The documentary follows him from conception to completion as his meticulously sculpts and paints every tiny detail for a piece in his "Lost Magic" exhibition. The show will take place at Copro Gallery in Santa Monica until July 2.
Seed Matters
His mouth might be dirty but this organic seed is keeping the world clean. Voiced by comedian Pete Holmes, Mr. Seed is here to call out those chemically dependent GMO bros. Help un-f**k your food by going to Seed Matters and take back our seed from those nasty agrochemical companies.
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Inside the Lair of the Custom Sneaker King
Don't call him a cobbler. After tinkering with customizing some Nike Dunks, Jacob Ferrato decided to start making his own creations totally from scratch. His custom sneakers come in anything from alligator to shark skin and start at a cool grand.
The Art History of the Selfie
Although we're all guilty of snapping a few, selfies tend to catch a lot of heat for being vain or narcissistic. Luckily, we all seem to be in good company because artists have been taking self portraits since the dawn of photograph. PBS Digital Studios takes a look back in art history to uncover some of the earliest and most well known selfies.
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Augustinus Bader Retinol Serum
Augustinus Bader's The Retinol Serum rethinks traditional retinol treatments with a formula designed to deliver visible skin renewal without the irritation that often comes with high-performance vitamin A products. Powered by the brand's proprietary TFC8 technology alongside pure retinol, the lightweight serum targets fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation while supporting hydration and overall skin balance. The result is a more refined approach to retinol, one engineered to improve clarity, firmness, and smoothness without compromising the skin barrier in the process.
Presented by Augustinus Bader.
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Duke Cannon Father's Day Gift Guide
Duke Cannon's Father's Day lineup leans into the brand's familiar formula of oversized grooming essentials, military-inspired packaging, and unapologetically rugged scent profiles, but beneath the tongue-in-cheek attitude sits a genuinely practical collection of daily-use upgrades. The gift guide ranges from heavyweight Big Ass Bricks of Soap and bourbon-forward beard care to colognes, tactical shower bundles, and shave kits built for dads who prefer utility over luxury-brand vanity. Everything arrives wrapped in Duke Cannon's signature blue-collar aesthetic, balancing humor with legitimately solid formulations made for hard-working skin, dry hands, and low-maintenance routines. It is less about reinventing grooming and more about turning everyday basics into something that feels giftable, durable, and distinctly masculine.
Presented by Duke Cannon.
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LEGO Ghostbusters
With a reboot right around the corner, it makes one wonder why Ghostbusters didn't get the LEGO treatment. This short of the original film captures the nostalgia brick-for-brick.
Kayne West-Themed Sportscast
There are lots of ways to celebrate your birthday — a party, sitting alone in your apartment wondering why you have no friends — but Tucson, Arizona sports anchor Ari Alexander celebrated his birthday in a big way. He dropped 39 Kanye West references in a three-minute segment on TV.
