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Stuhrling Original Men’s 107A.333530 Classic ‘Apollo’ Skeleton Watch Gets Liquidated

By Jackson Chung January 21, 2012

Stuhrling’s Classic ‘Apollo” skeleton watch features movement that “is a 20-jewel mechanical automatic, a simple three hand movement with the crown offset between the two and three o’clock position.” It’s currently on sale for just $129.99 shipped (normally $525). Product page. Continue reading for a video preview.

The parts of the movement have been skeletonized and hand-engraved for extra panache. The textured dial on what remains of the off-center cut-out is vintage Stuhrling Original dial-work to the point that the beauty of the dial rivals the beauty of the movement which dominates this timepiece.

[via Amazon]

What Microsoft Word Was Really Used for in 2002

By Jackson Chung January 21, 2012

Internet memes have been around for as long as the world wide web itself, so it’s no surprise that even Microsoft Word was popular amongst users back in 2002. This particular meme pokes fun at the usefulness of Word 2002. Click here to see more of today’s most popular images, courtesy of Imgur.com. Continue reading for a video of an amazing ninja baby.

What Happens When the SkiFree Yeti Gets Desperate

By Jackson Chung January 20, 2012

For those unfamiliar with SkiFree, it’s a “computer game created by Chris Pirih, who was working as a programmer at Microsoft at the time; the object of the game is simple: to ski down an endless slope and avoid the obstacles.” Continue reading to see what happens when the Yeti gets a bit desperate.

Thermaltake Level 10 M Mouse Features Hollow Body, Might be Coolest Ever

By Jackson Chung January 20, 2012

Thermaltake’s Level 10 GT Super Gaming Modular Tower Computer Case is the perfect complement to the company’s new Level 10 M computer mouse. Its “hollowed-out body that can be easily adjusted for your specific grip; a top-side screw changes the height and angle.” Pricing and availability have not yet been announced. Continue reading for one more picture.

[via Technabob]

World’s Most Beautiful Infinity Pools

By Jackson Chung January 20, 2012

Technically speaking, infinity pool refers to “a swimming or reflecting pool which produces a visual effect of water extending to the horizon, vanishing, or extending to ‘infinity’.” Continue reading to see some of the world’s most beautiful examples.

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How Everyday Words Look as Images Made Entirely from Letters

By Jackson Chung January 20, 2012

Artist Ji Lee shows us how everyday words would look as images if they were comprised entirely of letters. Here’s what the artist has to say: “Anyone can create a word as image. It doesn’t require any design or drawing skills. All you need is a little creative thinking and to see words and letters in a different way. The dictionary is filled with thousands of fun visual puzzles just waiting to be solved. Visit www.wordasimage.com to submit your solution.” Click here to see more. Continue reading for a video.

[via BoredPanda]

How the Milwaukee Public Library Uses Social Media to Promote Reading

By Jackson Chung January 20, 2012

Promoting your business or establishment through social media is nothing new, but cleverly modifying the logos of popular websites like YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter is. Click here to see more funny charts and graphs, courtesy of GraphJam.com. Continue reading for an interesting 1980s cell phone commercial.

SEGA Launches Urinal Video Game in Japan

By Jackson Chung January 20, 2012

That’s right, SEGA has launched a urinal-based video game in Japan. According to the company, “each of the urinals is fitted with a pressure sensor and a screen is mounted on the wall above the unit, which each cost 1,266-pounds.” Video after the break.

Players can choose from five games, which are interspersed with advertisements for products and services. Sega hopes that users of the lavatories will pay more attention to the adverts if they can also play games while using the facilities.

[via Telegraph]

Leaked Volkswagen Super Bowl Ad Shows Dogs Barking the Imperial March

By Jackson Chung January 20, 2012

Volkswagen’s 2012 Super Bowl commercial builds upon the success of its “Tiny Vader” spot from last year and shows a group of talented dogs barking the Imperial March. Plus, “Volkswagen has begun the buildup to a full minute-long commercial featuring the Beetle that will debut during next month’s Super Bowl.” Continue reading to watch.

The car that’s coming back is likely to be the diesel-powered Beetle TDI, especially since the timing lines up with the Chicago Auto Show that runs from February 8th.

[via Autoblog]