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- Unraveling The Grain Audio Story
- Why didn’t Apple think of this?
- Sterile Hands
- Sit and Feel the Burn!
- iArt
- Concrete Purity
| Unraveling The Grain Audio Story Posted: 01 Oct 2013 10:09 AM PDT You can't fault Mitch Wenger and his team at Grain Audio for giving us one of the most compelling portable audio solutions in a long time. While stalwarts were fighting over adding unnecessary features like alarms and loud colors, Mitch and his team of passionate music and design enthusiasts started working on one of the most creative wireless audio solutions with the Packable Wireless System (PWS). Crafted from warm walnut wood and other essential elements, The Grain Audio products are a treat for the true music fan who appreciates audiophile sound quality. The Packable Wireless System (PWS) is an empowering portable audio system for those who appreciate superior sound quality. With the core team compromising of audio engineers, an architect and music enthusiasts, its easy to see why the speaker is all about belting good sound quality with close attention paid to the smallest details. The striking design makes it very intuitive and easy to use. This beautifully crafted, walnut wood-embraced sound machine creates a lasting bond between you and your music. If we look at it from the design aspect of things, then there is nothing cooler than using FSC certified wood for this speaker. Even the Bass Isolation system, which elevates the speaker so that it doesn't move while playing, is a good addition. I have been using this metal-constructed speaker for a while now and my major complaint has been its vibrating crawl, inching it towards the edge of the table. As a solution for this problem, some folks offer a quick fix like a skid-proof mat, and this is a bad work-around. Paying attention to details is on top-priority here; PWS's design takes into account accidental falls and uses reinforced wood, saving itself from serious damages. Integration of the Grammy Winning Waves MaxxAudio® suite found in many famous mixing boards is another added advantage. In a nutshell, the role of a speaker is to play great sounding music and this is exactly what Grain Audio has focused upon. (Good Design is the added bonus!) Specs for the PWS include: 7-inch-wide unit, a pair of 2-inch drivers, a custom designed racetrack shaped passive radiator, and rechargeable Lithium-ion battery with 8-hours playtime. Elemental Beauty: IEHP – In Ear Headphones. The IEHP – In Ear Headphones are a creative mesh of aluminum bezel, wood and silicon. They way these elements have been molded, create an incredible fit and are so comfortable, that it will be difficult for you to remove them. In-ear headphones are a very personal experience and getting buds that are a perfect match, are tough. Another thing going for the IEHP is the proprietary driver that features a Neodymium magnet and a CCAW voice coil, creating awesome sound! Simple, elegant sound and form! To round up this story, kudos to The Grain Audio Team! Stepping out of the KickStarter shoes and now moving on to bigger dreams, I will be out there to back your next project, while I still enjoy the sound of wood for now! - Related posts: 
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| Why didn’t Apple think of this? Posted: 01 Oct 2013 08:18 AM PDT This might just be the feature that Apple needed to give their iPhone 5S and 5C release the “oomph” it needed! OptUX lets users get the most from the 5′s larger screen size without sacrificing ergonomics. The interface can tell if you are holding the phone in your left or right hand, automatically articulating the apps in that direction so their within reach of your thumb. Perfect for working with one hand! Designer: Noel Joyce - Related posts: 
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| Posted: 01 Oct 2013 01:01 AM PDT Purell and other hand sanitizers do a good job at keeping hands clean, but they do lack the sense of giving a complete hand wash. Some sanitizers leave a sticky sensation in the hands! Offering another portable and eco-friendly solution is the Electrolux HandCleaner Project. It could do with some design refinements, but scores well in the solution-thinking part. Read on to know more. Érik says, “The main problem is that the access to a source of clean water and soap, for washing hands, is not always easy and fast. The solution for that is an appliance that first, can be moved freely and easily; second, reduces the washing hands time; and third, eliminates the waste of water.”
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| Posted: 01 Oct 2013 12:01 AM PDT The U-Stool’s signature “U” shape is functional in getting the user to work their abdomen and legs to balance the rocking seat. This healthier method of active-sitting actually makes it easier to sit for longer periods of time by keeping the user shifting, thereby reducing strain on the back and hips. The user might burn more energy while seated, but the design’s eco-friendly construction and production process cut back on its own energy consumption! It’s even compostable at the end of its life cycle! Designers: Richard Clarkson, Zena Verda Pesta and Clay Kippen - Related posts: 
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| Posted: 01 Oct 2013 12:01 AM PDT Mountable on any wall, the Myquadro iPhone dock is the perfect perch for your beloved iPhone! Not only will it charge your phone, but the seemingly simple white structure will start to glow blue, green or red depending on the type of notification you’ve received. Built-in speakers also stream your favorite tunes with your phone framed like the piece of art that it is! Designer: Roberto Paoli - No related posts. 
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| Posted: 01 Oct 2013 12:01 AM PDT We usually imagine exposed concrete as being dull, grey and stark…beautiful qualities in their own right. But Crisp concrete tiles break the stereotype with a visual effect not usually associated with the material. Their glassy, reflective character is made possible with micro-refractions in waveform induced by small triangles that compose the surface. The result is a modern, delicate-looking finish with the same structural integrity as classic concrete. Designer: Levi Fignar - Related posts: 
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