Mar 08 2009

The Voodoo Knife Block

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Accessories

Sometimes a geek has to have gadgets that extend beyond the study and the lounge. In this case, why not look up the Voodoo Knife Block for a striking addition to your kitchen. Designed by the Italian design guru Raffaele Iannello, the 'Voodoo' knife block, is perfect for any ladies that have a grudge against any men in their lives – or indeed, any would-be Gordon Ramsay. It comes complete with a set of 5 stainless steel knives: a paring knife; bread knife; carving knife and a large and small chopping knife. Each of the five knives is held in place by a small magnet in the body, and the ...

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Mar 06 2009

Pagani Zonda R

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Automotive Features

The Pagani Zonda R is a truly awe inspiring car. With a price tag of about £1.3 million, this was always going to be a special motor. What made it even more impressive is just how tuned it is, the level of performance and technical specification is breathtaking. Here's the official line from Pagani: While we certainly cannot say the Zonda F lacks performance figures, driving around the Nürburgring in 7:27:82 and achieving lateral G forces of almost 1.5 G, it is however a road car, easy to drive, intuitive and setting the benchmark for comfort, safety and lightweight. Paired with a quality finish and the attention to detail ...

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Feb 27 2009

Sony To Announce Non-Blu-ray PS3?

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Consoles

According to a city analyst (not that they ever get anything wrong mind you), there’s rumours abound that Sony is to announce a price cut for their hardware, along with, perhaps, a non-Blu-ray version of the PS3. "Recent channel checks indicate increased speculation for a PS3 price cut announcement from Sony in the next couple of days" said Janco Partners analyst Mike Hickey on Tuesday. (source – Edge). One of the easiest ways to reduce the price of the PS3 would (naturally) be to cut the expensive Blu-ray player feature out of the machine, resulting in (potentially), a saving that could be passed on to the consumer to the tune of ...

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Feb 22 2009

Help Build A Performance Car – Project Splitwheel

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Automotive Features

Project Splitwheel is a brand new concept that aims to design and build a performance car with input from enthusiasts from around the world. Each person who signs up has a vote that can help steer the direction of the design and build of the car from what sort of engine it will use all the way to how it should look. Register to get involved. Here's some further information on the project: - The vehicle must be a 'performance car' "The only restriction is that the project must design a 'performance' car...the most important factor is that this car must be enjoyable for an enthusiast to own and ...

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Feb 19 2009

The Caparo T1 – Relaunched

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Automotive Features

The Caparo T1 was launched in the UK and was met with a rather derisive reception, due to it setting fire to Jason Plato (British Touring Car Driver of note), wildly understeering and having bad mechanical problems. However, a relaunch is due, with different trim levels and a new partnership that will actually see the car being delivered to dealerships. This is the news from direct from Caparo: Caparo T1, the fastest performance super car available, is set to make its debut at Salon Privé on 12th February 2009 at London's Hurlingham Club. The prestigious event will also be used to announce the T1's 2009 programme. True to form this ...

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Feb 17 2009

The Leatherman Skeletool CX

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Accessories

When it comes to multitools, Leatherman are the true professionals with unequalled build quality and resilience. Often however, multitools can go over the top with functionality and have far more stuff in them than you'll ever use. This where Leatherman's latest piece of genius knocks all other multitools into the bin. The Skeletool, aside from looking achingly cool (very important of course) is one of the best multitools ever made. Weighing in at an amazing 142g, they have stripped out all the unnecessary bulk and ensured that most of the super useful tools are instantly available, without you having to unfold and pull out endless hinged bits with your fingernails. The ...

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Feb 15 2009

Nova Slider X600 Laser USB Extreme Gaming Mouse

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Computer Peripherals, Hardware and Gadget Features

The winner of various awards including GametheWorld’s ‘Gold Mouse’ and ‘Top Product’ from www.vortez.co.uk, I was expecting something quite special from this mouse. I can safely say that I was actually quite impressed. The Nova Slider X 600 is the ultimate fusion of innovation and smart technology. Featuring indestructible super-glide ceramic feet, an innovative cable management system and a powerful 3200dpi laser engine, this revolutionary mouse delivers superior precision and response. With 3 programmable mouse profiles, 8 programmable buttons and 5 different colour illuminations, you can customize your Slider X 600 Gaming Mouse to fit your style and play to give you that extra edge over the competition. With sensitivity ranging ...

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Feb 14 2009

The KTM X-Bow

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Automotive Features

Fascination and Hi-Tech An aggressive design and sporty potential: the X-Bow is not merely a milestone in the KTM brand’s more than 50-year history, it’s also a new citation in the small, but elite segment of radical, lightweight sports cars. This exceptional position is the result of the concept: for their first car, KTM employs the finest materials, high-tech and the know-how of respected development partners such as Audi and Dallara. The result is a street-homologated sports car with racing technology, like an avantgarde, carbon fibre monocoque. Thanks to the basic version’s light weight and the 177 kW (240 hp) Audi TFSI engine, the performance values of the KTM ...

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Feb 08 2009

Power, Beauty & Soul – The Aston Martin V12 Vantage

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Automotive Features

Aston Martin will present the most potent production sports car in the marque’s 95-year history at the Geneva motor show on 3rd March. Based on the hugely successful V8 Vantage, the V12 Vantage will feature a 6.0-litre V12 engine producing 510 bhp (380 kW / 517 PS), and 570 Nm (420 lb ft) of torque with a top speed of 190 mph (305 km/h) and 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) time of 4.2 seconds. The latest incarnation of the Vantage family has been designed to provide a unique character, appealing to different driver tastes and complementing the other models in the Aston Martin line-up. The original V12 Vantage concept was unveiled to guests ...

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Jan 29 2009

The New Porsche 911 GT3

Posted by Mr Butterscotch as Automotive Features

Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is adding yet another new model to the second generation of the 911 model series: the new GT3 even more powerful, faster, and refined than its predecessor. In developing the most sporting and dynamic road-going 911 with a normal-aspiration power unit, Porsche has applied a wide range of know-how gained in motorsport. Indeed, this is precisely why the new GT3 is truly impressive not only on the road, but also on the race track. The new 911 GT3 is making its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show on 3 March, with Europe-wide sales starting in May. The 911 GT3 offers an even higher standard above all in two key ...

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