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I’m really into having great surround sound for my home movies, but I just don’t have the time to get all technical and read up on what’s the best, what’s a rip-off, etc. But in reading this post over at Spungle I’m thinking I want me a Niro 620 Home Theater System — if it’s only half as good as they say I’d be more than happy. If you’re like me (the type that really gets into movies with awesome sound effects and music tracks) then you know that the entire viewing experience can be made or broken by the quality of your sound system. The Niro 620 sounds like it’s one of the best, of not the best, and it’s priced reasonably at $995.

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Ready to feel old, the venerable Think Pad computer is 15. Our friends at Engadget reported this earlier this summer (check out their fancy gallery of pics) but the popular computer is coming out in a swanky reserve edition that is wrapped in leather and looks a bit like a portfolio. The computer has a Centrino Pro Core 2 Duo L7500 processor, WWAN, 2GB of RAM, a 160GB HDD a 12.1-inch screen and a seven-hour battery. Each one is numbered and the maker of the Think Pad, Lenovo, will emboss the owner’s name on the leather cover. To compensate for the heat of the leather, the engineers created a system to release heat through the sides. The leather also adds a bit of heft. The detail that really gets me about this one is the little antenna that pops up to help improve access to wi-fi networks. The reserve edition sells for $5,000.

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The latest toy from Bang & Olufsen is the Beo 5 remote control. What does it do? The Beo 5 offers touch-screen control of your TV, films, music and more. The remote is designed to know what products you have and will be able to control new Bang & Olufsen products, even the ones that haven’t been created yet. The Beo 5 presents the info you need on its hardened glass screen without having to clutter up the screen of your television. It can be linked up with home automation so that with one touch you could close the curtains, dim the lights, set the sound of the speakers and open the DVD player to prepare for a movie. The design reminds me a bit of B & O’s Serene phone with the juxtaposition of the circle and the square. For more pics check out Engadget HD’s gallery.

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As our friends at The Unofficial Apple Weblog have reported Apple unveiled their latest iPhone and iPod models which included the sexy new iPod touch and a drop in the prices of iPhones. Around the world the iPhone is big news even in the places that isn’t supposed to be yet. An Associated Press article says that the iPhone can be bought in China although Apple isn’t selling it there yet. Early adopters hungry for the latest technology are willing to pay 8,800 yuan ($1,170) for the iPhone even though the gadget doesn’t function completely. The iPhone in China can make calls and send text messages, but it can’t receive calls and you don’t even get voicemail. The iPhone isn’t set to launch in Asia until next year which at the current rate could be three or four versions from now.

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Cover a gadget in a coat of gold and you’ve got my attention. Our friends at Engadget recently covered this beauty, the latest hard drive from LaCie. The alluringly named Golden Disk is an external hard drive with 500GB of storage, a USB 2.0 interface, PC/Mac compatibility and LaCie’s 1-Click backup software. The look is from French designer Ora-Ïto and does contain a bit of real gold. That gorgeous rippling surface makes it hard to stack with other peripherals but why would you want to cover up that shine anyway. It sells for $189 and will be available in October.

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Football season is in full swing and the tradition of tailgating is one of the best parts of the game. Gameday Customs creates custom tailgating trailers that have everything you need for your pre-game festivities. The trailers come with LCD TV, satellite, DVD, generator, running water, beer on tap and even (and perhaps most importantly) your own toilet. Other options include a soda dispenser, microwave or a barbecue. They are also available in a choice of colors so that you can match with our favorite team. The 5 x 8 trailer sells for $13,900 before options.

[via Born Rich]

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I love my Macbook, but I don’t know that I’d ever considering going so far as to plate it in gold with a big diamond-studded apple logo. But if you’re of a different opinion and have the money to burn then you should get in touch with the team over at Computer Choppers and commission your own customized laptop casing, with options including gold or platinum plating with diamonds, sapphires, and other gems. Pricing varies, of course, but estimates for a gold-plated Macbook Pro run around $1200-$1500 plus another $500-$2400 for the logo (depending if you want CZs or diamonds).

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If I walked into someone’s home and saw these babies hanging out in the corner I really don’t know what I’d think, other than making a mental note not to stand too close in case somebody would accidentally hit the power switch on the stereo system. They’re Ferguson Hill Horn Loudspeakers, and although their enormous horn shape and clear acrylic construction are definitely impressive from a visual standpoint, sound quality leaves something to be desired for some. I’d take the sites suggestion of getting a demonstration before you buy, especially considering the price tag is a whopping $19,916.

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Wouldn’t it be great to have the option of stepping into a steam bath or a sauna whenever you felt the urge? But heading to the spa isn’t always convenient, or even desirable if you’re not in the mood to leave house, so all too often you’re just left wishing.

Well you wouldn’t be if you had this Tris Shower Cabin from Ideal Standard. It combines a shower, a sauna, and a steam bath all into one beautiful luxury unit that doesn’t take up any more space than a standard bathtub. It has high tech controls blended seamlessly with a warm golden woodgrain design for a luxurious appearance as well as a luxurious experience.

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I’m really into having great surround sound for my home movies, but I just don’t have the time to get all technical and read up on what’s the best, what’s a rip-off, etc. But in reading this post over at Spungle I’m thinking I want me a Niro 620 Home Theater System — if it’s only half as good as they say I’d be more than happy. If you’re like me (the type that really gets into movies with awesome sound effects and music tracks) then you know that the entire viewing experience can be made or broken by the quality of your sound system. The Niro 620 sounds like it’s one of the best, of not the best, and it’s priced reasonably at $995.

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