Old Spice Fresh Collection
We love the Old Spice Fresh Collection campaign. Nice crisp fragrances without the extravagant luxury costs. It goes a like this: For the cost of a stick of antiperspirant you can send your armpits to the exotic islands of Fiji where they will smell like palm trees and sunshine. Compare that to sending your entire body to Fiji, which costs thousands.
Lotus: Healthier Alternative, Premium Energy Drink
We have to admit, we’re fans of the traditional Red Bull Energy Drink and sometimes gulp Monster when the Bull is not readily available but there’s a new contender, Lotus (capable of giving both a run for their money). Right now Lotus is only available in a handful of states but once the buzz kicks in we wouldn’t be surprised to see it in major cities everywhere.
Lotus is an alternative healthier energy drink with an exotic, thirst-quenching taste, carefully formulated to provide a boost of energy for the mind, body, and spirit without the “crash” that often comes with other energy drinks. It is loaded with antioxidants that strengthen the immune system and fight off free radicals that accelerate aging. Lotus has the energy you want, it’s healthier, and it tastes great.
New Netflix App Makes for Discless Streaming
By Brian Bowers
Disclaimer: I am not a ‘real’ gamer. That rhymes, how nice. I’m a poet and didn’t know it! But pressing onward. I enjoy entertainment and gaming consoles. Particular their media and streaming capabilities. They can serve multiple functions.
Considering these things, there are a number of reasons X-Box 360 users have claimed the system is superior to the Wii or PS3. Luckily for all of us, we don’t have enough time to go through them all. Nor do we want to stir debate! When shopping for my own console, one of my main concerns was streaming capabilities, namely Netflix. There are number of top brand BlueRay players that have this capability, but I was set on a gaming console and after much thought I decided to get the PS3.
But, in order to stream Netflix on your PS3 you needed a nice little disc. This was definitely one of the number one complaints I read about the PS3′s from those who try to fully maximize its features I mean, when you are comfortable on your couch, do you really want to get up and take out the game and put the disc in!?!? Of course not! Honestly, it wasn’t ‘that’ serious for me, but I completely understand the sentiment.
It is now official: Wii and PS3 users no longer have to use the Netflix disc with the latest Netflix app/upgrade! In addition to the update, users will benefit from 1080p HD streams, subtitles and 5.1 Dolby as well–with select films! Another disclaimer: I’m not sure whether or not you have to have a ‘newer PS3′ to benefit from this upgrade. If yours does not work, don’t blame Hypursuit! We are just telling you what the press releases say!
Although I’ve yet to try this specific feature out (my AT&T Uverse isn’t going to be set up until this coming Tues), it is nice to know I’ll be smooth sailing…hopefully. Though there are complaints about the user interface, queue issues…etc, many users hope these are kinks that will soon be worked out. There you go, and if you didn’t know, now you know! I’m sure a follow-up review is coming soon…
Seeing HD: The HDTV Price Drop
Are you in the market for a new TV? Well, if your answer is yes or you just want something new, you definitely might be in luck. If you are looking for something that won’t break the break and doesn’t sacrifice quality, you better start looking around—everywhere! Compusa, even Circuit City, Best Buy are slashing the prices as the technology transitions!
Though both plasma and LCD HDTVs have decreased in price, the plasma TV market in is offering prices, deals and bundles like never before. Just do a quick search online to see the evidence yourself. The price of plasma TVs from popular brands like LG, Sony, Panasonic and a number of others are dropping and they are dropping quite quickly. If you are lucky and resourceful, you could possibly land a 45″ super thin plasma for under $500 which sounds like a great deal to me!
If the word “plasma” sounds less enticing than “LCD” be sure to do a little research before making this your deciding factor. Many of the technological issues that previously existed with many plasmas have been remedied to provide a smooth viewing experiences. There are pros and cons to both LCD and HDTV brands.
So, if you are looking for a little luxury viewing then perhaps you are looking at the right time. Here are a few sample choices (let google be your best friend):
Samsung PN42C450
Panasonic TCP42C2
LG 42PJ350
Happy hunting! Hopefully soon you’ll be viewing in HD!
Green Machines: Zero Pollution’s Compressed Air Car
By Brian Bowers
Last weeks “Modern Marvel’s: Environmental Tech II” was certain to catch the interest of anyone interested in moving towards being green-friendly and preserving the environment. From odor free compost makers, to city’s run by solar energy and wind turbines, the thrilling presentation brought to life the age old adage—the future is now. One segment of the show in particular featured a new car that is known to some as the compressed air car.
With all the talk about finding new energy sources and alternative fuels, it seems compressed air could be one alternative for the future of driving and the environment. The Zero Pollution compressed Air Car [which can also function as a hybrid vehicle] runs primarily by using compressed air that is stored in large tanks. Do-it-yourself types will be pleased to know that if you purchase a compressed air machine of your own, you’ll have the added convenience of refueling the car in the privacy of your own home.
If this sounds a little too hands on for your taste, fret not as you can always utilize machines available at gas stations. Additionally, one huge advantage that has the blogsphere, tech wizes and eco-friendly types all buzzing is the new car cuts production costs and has an expected retail value of less than 20,000 USD. Read More
The New Fragrance by Carolina Herrera
Carolina Herrera has yet to fail us. The New York fashion designer has unveiled her latest fragrance CH. All it takes is a sample and your hooked. We applaud her everlasting effort to make us fresh and floral and looking forward to great things in the future. Fragrance is a virtue!
Blackberry Tour: The New Smartphone?
We can hardly keep up with all the Blackberry Smartphones that have been released within the last two years BUT for some reason we get the notion that the Tour is better than the Storm and its predecessors. At least we hope this is the case because we’ve hardly has time to enjoy the Storm, Bold or Curve. Ahh, the power of technology!
A Tidbit on Branding
The great thing about branding is that you can build your business from doing so. From one product or service to the next you take your company from being this mediocre entity to a national powerhouse. Take for example the UFC.
Five years ago the Ultimate Fighting Championship was no where near where it is now in terms of replacing boxing but as its popularity grew the doors opened for new opportunities. Opportunities to build the UFC including things such as apparel, television production deals, learning camps, video games, DVDs, jewelry, mobile applications and of course, energy drinks.
