Star Trek Teaser
Namco Bandai Games' Star Trek video game followed by the May release of J. J. Abrams sequell can only mean that 2013 will be the year of the Trekkie.
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The World's Most Downloaded Man
Câmera Clara Photography Studio hunts down Danish model Jesper Bruun for an awkward meeting with the most recognizable face in stock photos.
The Rifle's Spiral by The Shins
Emmy-winning director Jamie Caliri's creation for the Portland-based indie rockers The Shins is a stop-motion masterpiece after Edward Gorey's own heart. Make sure to also check out the 3D version on your Nintendo 3DS.
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Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 Robot Vacuum and Mop
The Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 continues the march toward fully autonomous floor care, combining powerful vacuuming with an equally capable mopping system in a package designed to require as little human intervention as possible. Its 25,000Pa Vormax suction, driven by a sixth-generation TurboForce motor, tackles everything from fine dust to pet hair and cat litter, while DuoScrub mopping and extendable SideReach and MopExtend technologies ensure corners, edges, and tight spaces don't get overlooked. The real centerpiece, however, is the multifunctional PowerDock, which automatically empties debris, cleans the mops, and uses hot-air drying to keep the system fresh between runs. Intelligent carpet handling, off-peak charging, and enough battery life to clean large homes in a single session round out a robot designed to do more than maintain floors. It aims to eliminate cleaning chores altogether, especially for busy households and pet owners.
Presented by Dreame.
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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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Smart Pong
Being environmentally responsible never looked so fun. In order to demonstrate that their cars are more than just eco-friendly, Smart created a giant Pong game using their compact cruisers as controllers to show off their speedy acceleration.
Hemingway & Gellhorn Trailer
Nicole Kidman and Clive Owen are literary "it" couple Martha Gellhorn and Ernest Hemingway in HBO's movie based on the lives of the journalist and writer. The film is expected to air May 28, 2012.
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The Franchise: A Season with the Miami Marlins Trailer
The latest in Showtime's The Franchise series will follow the management and players of the sort of new Miami Marlins. Catch a 30-minute preview April 21, 2012.
At Home Flight Simulator
Air traffic controller James Price spent 12 years worth of free time converting a 1969 Boeing 737 into a complete flight simulator in his garage. In order to give the most authentic experience, Price built the systems and programmed the software himself so you get all of the same vibrations, visuals, and controls of a real cockpit.
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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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MetMo Fractal Vise
MetMo brings the fractal vise into the 21st century with a compact design built for precision work. Featuring six independent movements, its fractal jaws conform to objects of virtually any shape, securely gripping delicate components and irregular materials alike. The versatile tool functions as a portable third hand, whether mounted to a workbench, packed into a toolbox, or integrated into a larger workshop setup. Ideal for intricate projects and detailed craftsmanship, the Fractal Vise combines historic engineering with modern manufacturing. Available in black or stainless steel finishes, it offers either 32mm or 82mm jaw openings to accommodate a wide range of tasks.
Presented by MetMo.
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Happy Birthday David
In this creepy promo for Ridley Scott's Alien prequel, Michael Fassbender gives a viral performance as an chilling introduction to his character, David. Prometheus premieres June 8, 2012.
Stupidity at 2500 FPS
Stupidity is best served in slow motion. Lasse Spang Olsen and Jan Elhøj are given a house and strict instructions to do everything stupid and dangerous for the Danish TV show, Dumt & Farligt
