Eye of America: a 35 foot long camera

WE'RE SUPPORTING

Remember the days when having a camera meant you were the cool kid on the block? Not anymore. Now you’re just like all the other kids. There’s nothing to distinguish your camera from Joe Smoe standing next to you. But no more: A7, a camera accessories company, has created a limited line of camera straps that will make your camera stand out in the crowd. Now, go reclaim your cool kid on the block status.

WE'RE THINKING

Luke Lamp Co out of Mamaroneck, New York, makes awesome lamps made from salvaged material. Check him out on Etsy.

WE'RE TRAVELLING TO

The Hatton hotel epitomises Melbourne cool. Those who value design, location, and luxury will find The Hatton the perfect Melbourne base. Read more

WE'RE READING

Epsilon is a cool game inspired by the activation of the real-life particle accelerator, the LHC, in the CERN lab in Switzerland. Read more

WE'RE LISTENING TO

Hotly tipped by a handful of soothsayers to take 2009 by storm, Trembling Bells are an altogether different and refreshing musical experience to much of what seems to excite people at the moment. On first listen, it’s fairly easy to ignore — one could casually shrug it off as some limp take on Scottish baroque folk. Yet, there is something more to it. Rarely do you hear that high-pitched, warbling voice in mainstream music. Likewise the marching band cacophony going on in the background is both daring and highly intriguing.

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WE'RE WEARING

Now, I know it’s not hard to simply turn your wrist to tell the time, but the Diesel DZ9044 is a stylish watch that lets the user become that little bit more lazy. What’s more, if the watch is a gift, the clean face can be engraved to add that personal touch. Yes, wink, wink, indeed. Read more