Posted by: Editor in technology on
Feb 24, 2010
Nikon Australia is excited to announce the release of 7 new digital compact cameras in their COOLPIX collection. All 7 cameras are equipped with Nikon’s world-class Nikkor lenses and EXPEED processor, along with an outstanding range of new functions that deliver quality video and stills that we've come to expect from Nikon. “With our new COOLPIX range a number of models also feature technologies
HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone technology and design, has unveiled the HTC HD2 in Australia – exclusively on Telstra’s Next G™ network. Users can expect an unprecedented Windows phone experience with a high-resolution, 4.3 inch capacitive touch display and HTC Sense user experience of the ultra thin HTC HD2. From home to work to play it is now easier than ever to stay in
Posted by: Editor in fashion on
Feb 24, 2010
Dosh, the designer wallet brand from Sydney introduces a super-slim, go-anywhere wallet, built for a go-anywhere lifestyle. Dosh encourages its users to drop that extra weight, in a manner of speaking!
Developed to meet the needs of an audience seeking to liberate themselves from excess baggage, comes the new Dosh 09 range. In a culture where less is more, Dosh inspires people to strip away
Posted by: Editor in bags on
Feb 24, 2010
Compact yet spacious, the Booq laptop bags and backpacks have several qualities important for a laptop bag: good protection, comfortable feel and ample storage. Booq bags go a step further and offer designs that are far better than traditional computer bags.
The product range includes laptop bags, backpacks, laptop sleeves and compact cases. Choose the bag or sleeve that you like or select
Posted by: Mandy in touch technology on
Sep 09, 2009
This new skinny model resembles a flat-screen TV and is designed specifically for the interactive experience of touch.The screen has in-built high definition widescreen and tilt adjustment.The HP TouchSmart PC features intuitive touch software, a sleek black finish, and an Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile Processor T6500.It also provides more space for your photos, music, and documents with a 320GB hard
Posted by: Mandy in notebook on
Sep 09, 2009
Feel the ultimate mobile computing experience with the new Sony VAIO TT. This VAIO notebook is drive by the industry-leading Intel Centrino 2 processor.Enjoy extended battery life, dramatically faster multimedia and up to 5 times faster wireless performance.The VAIO comes standard with Windows Vista Business and a built-in MOTION EYE camera.The exquisite styling and radiant refinement of Platinum
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Aug 20, 2009
The Expobar Ruggero 3 GR is a top quality automatic espresso coffee machine. This machine has 3 groups, electronic switchboard to control the coffee dosages volumetrically and a manual override group switch per group. Each group has a heat exchanger and an automatic water filling and copper boiler with 17.5 liters capacity. It also has two stainless steel steam taps and one hot water tap.
Each
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Aug 20, 2009
The Syncro Espresso Machine from Veneziano Caffe was designed by barista champion David Makin and master roaster Peter Wolff. Including the latest technology in single boiler espresso machines, this machine is top of the line and offers several unique features.
A larger boiler provides increased steam capacity during peak time while increased heat exchanger volume and restrictors provide stable
Posted by: Mandy in coffee, bean on
Aug 20, 2009
Coffee is grown mostly in tropical areas and processed in a variety of methods. Flavor, style and quality of the product are very dependent on selecting cherries of the same level of ripeness. Specialty Coffee is made up of mostly hand picked ripe fruit that is carefully processed so as not to introduce new faults.
The cherries of most Arabica coffee varietals start life as a flower and then
Posted by: Mandy in coffee, barista on
Aug 19, 2009
Paul Bassett was crowned World Barista Champion in Boston, Massachusetts in 2003. He is the first and only Australian to take the Gold in the history of the World Barista Championship. Outperforming 28 talented barista in front of over 20 million TV viewers, Bassett took the gold and made his country proud.
Bassett is one of the world’s foremost contemporary coffee authorities and is focused
Posted by: Mandy in coffee, barista on
Aug 19, 2009
Tim Adams is the Australian Barista Champion of 2009. Crowned by his peers as Australia’s number one barista in February, 2009, Adams has proved to the nation and showed the world that he is Australia’s best. Paul Basset, World Barista Champion 2003, was his inspiration to get into a competitive spirit. Adams started competing in May, 2008 and hasn’t looked back since.
Putting in about 25-30
Posted by: Mandy in vaccum cleaner on
Aug 18, 2009
Trust an Italian to clean your floor with the latest vacuum cleaners from Hoover. Italians are unbeatable when it comes to design and functionality and this is proven in the new range of Hoover vacuums. With a history of more than 100 years of superb aesthetics and clever functionality, Hoover never ceases to amaze.
The new Freemotion range of cleaners has five models, three bagged and two
Posted by: Mandy in Untagged on
Jul 20, 2009
Tea has traveled across every continent through its history and many cultures now have their own ways of enjoying the unique, yet versatile beverage. Discovered 5,000 years ago by a Chinese herbalist Shen Nung, tea has grown to encompass the globe. After water, tea is the most popular drink in the world.
As tea has been increasingly coming under the medical and scientific
Posted by: Mandy in Untagged on
Jul 19, 2009
Home roasting has become increasingly popular over the past few years, but why? Most people start home roasting out of curiosity or because it’s a cheap way to experiment with a range of beans but soon they are roasting for the freshness and quality of each cup.
Home roasters get a first-hand experience of the process, allowing them to better understand the roast depth and its effect on the
Posted by: Mandy in Untagged on
Jul 19, 2009
Grinders Coffee was founded in 1962 by Giancarlo Giusti. Four years ago, Giusti retired and the brand was purchased by Coca-Cola Amatil which has allowed the brand to grow and flourish. Launching new brands and moving to a bigger warehouse in Melbourne, Grinders has become a world-class brand. By clearly defining their individual brands Grinders has better met the needs and wants of their
Posted by: Mandy in Untagged on
Jul 16, 2009
Kintaro Hattori started a clock business in 1881 which has now developed into Seiko Corporation of America. Over the years, Seiko has built up a reputation for precision, reliability and excellence in advanced technology.
The technological development of Seiko is focused on "emotional technologies"; the interaction between the wearer and the product. Seiko believes that watches are intimate
Posted by: Mandy in fashion, clothing on
Jul 15, 2009
Sinful, the women's brand of Affliction Clothing, has become a signature label for young women. With its bold fashion statement of strength and beauty infused with rock ‘n roll and finished with a sophisticated twist it has become a necessity in celebrity's wardrobes, including Paris Hilton, Tila Tequilla, April Scott, and Jamie Pressly.
Sinful focuses on quality and fashion.
Posted by: Mandy in jeans, fashion, clothing on
Jul 15, 2009
Created in Los Angeles, California by Eric Foss, Clifton Chaston, and Todd Beard, Affliction embodies a fast and loud lifestyle through contemporary fashion. Affliction clothing is a premier label for those who love a hard rock and fast living lifestyle. The rock-glam lifestyle has become increasingly attractive to consumers and has boosted the brand's popularity with the public, as
Posted by: Mandy in notebook on
Jul 15, 2009
HP has launched new additions to its consumer notebook, desktop and monitor ranges. HP's new products include innovative technologies and designs. New products include the HP Mini 110 and small form PCs for the home, which have undergone design makeovers. The new products are highly mobile, clutter-free and stylish.
The HP Mini 110 and new desktop PCs are affordable, capable, and stylish.
Posted by: Mandy in canon on
Jul 15, 2009
The Canon Legria HF20 is Canon's smallest, most stylish High Definition video camera. It has full High Definition video with over 12 hours of recording. This camera is vibration/shake resistant in a compact design makes it flexible for any filming situation.
The Legria HF20 features dual flash memory, HD CMOS sensor for fast capture and processing, HD video lens with 15x zoom, DiG!C DV III
Posted by: Mandy in canon on
Jul 15, 2009
The Canon IXUS 990 is perfect for those who love to travel. It's elegant design and High Definition movie recording makes it the best of its kind. The IXUS 990 is known for its 5x optical zoom, the most powerful zoom in the IXUS series.
The camera also features 12.1 megapixels, TruCapture technology, intelligent contrast correction, motion detection technology, 3-inch LCD display screen, and
Posted by: Mandy in canon on
Jul 13, 2009
The Canon PowerShot E1 IS is the first model in PowerShot's new E-Series range of digital compact cameras. PowerShot E1 IS makes it easier than ever to capture high quality images with a powerful Canon 4x optical zoon lens, a DiG!C III processor and 10.0 megapixels.
The PowerShot E1 IS features face detection, an optical image stabilizer, motion detection and three color options. The camera
Posted by: Mandy in touch technology, nintendo, games, dsi on
Jul 13, 2009
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: AUTOBOTS and Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: DECEPTICONS for Nintendo DS takes players on an intense, action packed adventure. The game follows a similar storyline to the new hit blockbuster film; the fate of earth and the survival of the human race hang in the balance of the gamers' hands.
The gamer gets to choose a side: to protect the earth as
Posted by: Mandy in touch technology, nintendo, games, dsi on
Jul 13, 2009
Rhythm Heaven for Nintendo DS puts the music in your hands and some rhythm in your life. The controls are natural, as you tap your finger to the beat on the touch screen to more than 50 musical rhythm games. The fun pop musical beats combine with quirky graphics for a great experience for all ages.
This simple set of gestures of tapping, flicking, sliding and holding combine with the rhythm of
Posted by: Mandy in nintendo, games, dsi on
Jul 13, 2009
Nintendo is one of the biggest gaming systems in the world. Nintendo started as a card company and worked its way up into electronics. Nintendo is known for their quality products, including games and consoles.
The Nintendo DSi is the newest addition to the Nintendo family. The Nintendo DSi is the third generation of the Nintendo DS handheld gaming console, packed with interactive features
Posted by: Mandy in watches, panerai on
Jul 06, 2009
Panerai was founded in 1860 in Florence by Giovanni Panerai. It later became the official supplier to the Royal Italian Navy and expanded to building precision instruments. The company has four collections: historic, contemporary, manifattura and special edition. It is most famous for its Radiomir and Luminor watches.
The Panerai Luminor 1950 8 Days GMT is an excellent addition to Panerai's
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Jul 04, 2009
The Genovese family is known for their exquisite Italian coffee around the world. This Australian based family owned-and-operated company has become an icon in the coffee world. Started in 1958 by Alfio Genovese, the company has been passed down from generation to generation. Alfio Genovese followed his vision of what real Italian espresso should be like, leading him to develop as a person
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Jul 03, 2009
The Presso coffee maker is the world’s simplest espresso coffee maker. Espresso has been around for nearly a century and requires two things to extract a great drink: pressure and water around 90 degrees centigrade.
Presso uses just the hot water from your existing kettle and mechanical leverage to provide pressure; just add the espresso with your water and a great cup of coffee is just a
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Jul 03, 2009
Why go out when you can stay in for great coffee? The Domobar, whose name translates from Italian meaning “home café”, was born in 1983. By attaching a small boiler behind a patented revolutionary E-61 Group Head, Vibiemme engineers created a domestic size machine with commercial performance.
Today, after 24 years of espresso machine refinement, Domobar introduces the Domobar Super.
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Jul 01, 2009
For those who want to experience fantastic coffee at home at an inexpensive price, drip filtering is perfect. Its simple and straightforward process makes it easy for everyone to enjoy excellent coffee in their own home. Created in 1908, this method has changed only slightly, due to technology.
A decent cup of drip coffee can be made by placing a heaped tablespoon of ground coffee into
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Jul 01, 2009
Specialty Coffees are roasted by very few companies, yet café owners are fighting for their supply. Any roaster who knows what they’re doing picks the beans they roast very carefully. Through cup tastings with the beans provided by their suppliers, the roasters can move on to adding their signature touch.
If a roaster finds a sample of bean that contains all of their desired characteristics,
Posted by: Mandy in xbox, games on
Jul 01, 2009
Call of Duty: World at War for Xbox 360 gives gamers a whole new experience to battlefield. It drives gamers into tension-filled, merciless battles against a new enemy in perilous and thrilling action of battle.
In Call of Duty: World at War, gamers face the most harrowing and climactic European and Pacific battles. Their enemy knows no surrender and no retreat, fighting to their last breath
Posted by: Mandy in touch technology, htctouch on
Jul 01, 2009
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HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovations and technology, has released three new handsets. The HTC Touch Diamond2, the HTC TouchPro2, and the HTC Snap will be added to the HTC handset family that already contains 11 other members.
These new models will simplify communication and exceed expectations of the ability of a typical "business" phone.
The HTC Touch Diamond2 is a compact
Posted by: Mandy in psp, playstation, games on
Jun 26, 2009
Gran Turismo for PSP has a mix of luxurious supercars and race tracks from around the world. This game features ultra-realistic handling and intelligent rivals, making for an intense driving experience. The ability to connect with friends in Ad Hoc Mode makes the game even more exhilarating.
The real driving simulator has its own style, making it feel as if you are really in control. The
Posted by: Mandy in watches, BaumeMercier on
Jun 26, 2009
Baume & Mercier has a new collection of all steel watches. The Classima Executives collection has created four new elegant watches. All of them are equipped with round 39 mm and 42 mm-diameter cases, classic Roman numerals and hour-markers, mechanical self-winding movements. They also come with useful features such as dual time zones and power-reserve displays.
The Classima Executives
Posted by: Mandy in skincare, davinci on
Jun 26, 2009
Davinci's Skin Revival Pack is a kit that helps revitalize and nourish your skin. The kit contains four products to help make your skin look and feel younger.
The Davinci Facial Scrub, made from apricot and walnut extracts, exfoliates the skin by removing dead skin and helps reduce the risk of facial spotting. Davinci's deep cleansing Mud Mask helps purify and moisturize the skin while removing
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Jun 20, 2009
Eating and drinking are obviously the most common ways we use coffee, but a recent trend has the world looking at coffee in a whole new way. ‘Arfé, which comes from a combination of “art” and “café”, is a unique and inspiration newly popularized form of art.
The concept of putting coffee on canvas can be traced back to early Chinese and Thai artist who would use coffee and tea for earthy,
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Jun 20, 2009
Gwilym Davies is the UK and World Barista Champion of 2009. The British Isles has produced the last three world champions, yet you can count on one hand the number of cafés in London that reliably serve up a quality brew. Davies, like all other World Barista Champions, is highly charged and highly competitive. His signature drink is a triple cocoa latte infused with a touch of saffron.
In
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Jun 20, 2009
Michael Salomone is Australia’s most awarded coffee roaster. Salomone arrived in Australia in 1968 when he was just a boy. He was taken under Antonio Crivelli’s wing and began working at the Coffex coffee company in Melbourne. Salomone has seen a lot over the years. Small businesses, such as Coffex, Mocopan and Vittoria, have turned into multi-million dollar empires through years of honest
Posted by: Mandy in coffee on
Jun 20, 2009
The coffee plunger (also known as a French Press) is one of the most common unused household coffee items. It’s all about the coffee when using a coffee plunger; there is almost no interruption to the coffee-brewing process. Hot water is added, steeping the coffee granules to perfection and then the granules are removed, leaving a beautifully aromatic cup of brewed coffee.
When using a
