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Spider in China [Dewitt Watches]
The new Ferrari 458 Spider made its debut in China at Guangzhou International Auto Show 2011.
Joining the 458 Italia, the model widens the range of Ferrari's mid-rear- engined V8s and offers the same outstanding technological performance.
It is truly a one-of-a-kind sports car.
The 458 Spider is powered by the award-winning direct-injected 4.5L V8, providing the best drivability, performance, economy and refinement. The accelerator pedal mapping and the damping of the multilink suspension enable maximum sportiness and driving pleasure.
Made entirely of aluminum, the model has lost 25kg in weight and it takes only 14 seconds for its hard-top to deploy.
First Ferrari-stamped Hublot watch
At the Guangzhou auto show, Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot announced its partnership with Ferrari and unveiled the Big Bang Chrono Tourbillon Ferrari, see below, which will also be showcased by the watchmaker at next year's Basel Fair.
The partnership between the two luxury brands celebrates the 20th anniversary of the first Ferrari in the mainland.
The all-round agreement covers a series of events in terms of brand image and commercial activities such as the Ferrari official watch.
Big Bang Chrono Tourbillon Ferrari
Reference 308.QX.1110.HR.SCF11
Case Big Bang - diameter 44mm, carbon fiber
Crystal Red sapphire with Hublot transfer
Case-back crystal "20th Anniversary of Ferrari in China" transfer, with Ferrari horse in the center
Water resistance 10 ATM
, ie about 100 meters
Dial Matt black with black nickel indexes, Ferrari horse in the center of the Chrono minute counter at 2 o'clock
Movement HUB 6300 Column-wheel chronograph, clutch Tourbillon escapement coupled directly to the cage, with power reserve indicator on the dial side
Joining the 458 Italia, the model widens the range of Ferrari's mid-rear- engined V8s and offers the same outstanding technological performance.
It is truly a one-of-a-kind sports car.
The 458 Spider is powered by the award-winning direct-injected 4.5L V8, providing the best drivability, performance, economy and refinement. The accelerator pedal mapping and the damping of the multilink suspension enable maximum sportiness and driving pleasure.
Made entirely of aluminum, the model has lost 25kg in weight and it takes only 14 seconds for its hard-top to deploy.
First Ferrari-stamped Hublot watch
At the Guangzhou auto show, Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot announced its partnership with Ferrari and unveiled the Big Bang Chrono Tourbillon Ferrari, see below, which will also be showcased by the watchmaker at next year's Basel Fair.
The partnership between the two luxury brands celebrates the 20th anniversary of the first Ferrari in the mainland.
The all-round agreement covers a series of events in terms of brand image and commercial activities such as the Ferrari official watch.
Big Bang Chrono Tourbillon Ferrari
Reference 308.QX.1110.HR.SCF11
Case Big Bang - diameter 44mm, carbon fiber
Crystal Red sapphire with Hublot transfer
Case-back crystal "20th Anniversary of Ferrari in China" transfer, with Ferrari horse in the center
Water resistance 10 ATM
, ie about 100 meters
Dial Matt black with black nickel indexes, Ferrari horse in the center of the Chrono minute counter at 2 o'clock
Movement HUB 6300 Column-wheel chronograph, clutch Tourbillon escapement coupled directly to the cage, with power reserve indicator on the dial side
Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade adjusts his approach as he prepares to turn 30 [Dewitt Watches]
MIAMI — It was a silly, self-promotional question, just the sort that a sports celebrity learns to indulge, especially on a morning devoted to promoting product. After Dwyane Wade unveiled the Fly Wade 2 shoe Wednesday, a television reporter wondered whether the fresh new kicks could help a 48-year-old non-athlete play like the Heat's seven-time All-Star.
"When I'm 48," Wade said with a smile, "I won't be able to play like me."
Wade's not nearly that old yet, so he won't stop skying anytime soon. Still, his Hublot watch ticks toward another milestone, the mention of which, of the "big birthday coming next year," triggered a knowing laugh.
It's jarring to realize he will be 30 in five weeks, that it's been eight years since he arrived in Miami from Marquette, seeming uneasy in the spotlight.
Now, as he enters his ninth season, he's a grown man and a mature brand, a world traveler and an elite endorser, unafraid to share opinions or expand horizons.
In his 20s, he has enjoyed and suffered it all - ultimate victory, major surgery, coast-to-coast coronation, widespread repudiation - and that doesn't even include his eventful personal life.
The question now, considering the finite nature of NBA careers, is how much he will experience ahead.
So it was interesting Wednesday to hear him speak of his approach to the Heat training camp that starts Friday, the season that starts Dec. 25, and the historic challenges implied by hitting the big "3-0" on Jan. 17.
"I just wanted to be lean," Wade said.
When he lifted his shirt, he exposed a symmetrical six-pack the likes of which no suds connoisseur has ever seen.
In some seasons, he has been in what Erik Spoelstra characterized as "freakish" condition; in 2008-09, he was a bit bloated for Pat Riley's liking.
"Every year I played at some kind of different weight, from my first year to last year," Wade said.
Wade said that, for 2011-12, his goal was to feel fresher later in games. He was careful this off-season not to play too many 5-on-5 exhibition games - fewer than LeBron James, for instance -- for fear of burning out early.
"Hopefully, I spread it out well," Wade said.
Some might argue that he spreads himself too thin, that his globetrotting off-season schedule - in addition to fatherhood duties - would wear out even the strongest mortal.
But he appeared to be refreshed Wednesday in body and mind, eager for the opening of camp in part "because a lot of extra stuff cuts out of my life." He's told his agent and business manager to stop calling with requests.
"Riley don't play that," he said.
Wade has always prided himself on playing above the rim, but that comes with risks, risks that only increase with age. Michael Jordan extended his era of excellence by relying less on aerial assaults, and now Kobe Bryant is doing the same.
Of the recent stars, only Allen Iverson has been as fearless and relentless an attacker as Wade - and perhaps only Iverson absorbed as many body shocks.
While Iverson had his highest-scoring season (33.0) after turning 30, and shot the second-highest percentage of his career (45.8 percent) at 32, he had lost the step that made him special by 34.
Will that happen to Wade?
It helps that he is roughly 50 pounds heavier than Iverson, and has taken better care of himself off the floor. But, clearly, he must continue to evolve.
"You always try to add," Wade said. "Every year, I am always trying to add a piece to my game."
And learning to subtract.
"Understanding moments a little different," Wade said. "I've changed since I've been here. I don't drive every time down. I understand sometimes, my body can't take that tonight.
"So, yeah, I've changed, but me totally changing from a penetrator to just a shooter? I'm not at that stage in no time soon - just sit in a corner. That will come one day. That will be like Eddie Jones was when I got here."
Jones was 32 when Wade arrived - effective if not explosive.
Maybe that label will fit Wade down the line. But, even with 30 approaching, it still doesn't fit nearly as well as his shoes.
"When I'm 48," Wade said with a smile, "I won't be able to play like me."
Wade's not nearly that old yet, so he won't stop skying anytime soon. Still, his Hublot watch ticks toward another milestone, the mention of which, of the "big birthday coming next year," triggered a knowing laugh.
It's jarring to realize he will be 30 in five weeks, that it's been eight years since he arrived in Miami from Marquette, seeming uneasy in the spotlight.
Now, as he enters his ninth season, he's a grown man and a mature brand, a world traveler and an elite endorser, unafraid to share opinions or expand horizons.
In his 20s, he has enjoyed and suffered it all - ultimate victory, major surgery, coast-to-coast coronation, widespread repudiation - and that doesn't even include his eventful personal life.
The question now, considering the finite nature of NBA careers, is how much he will experience ahead.
So it was interesting Wednesday to hear him speak of his approach to the Heat training camp that starts Friday, the season that starts Dec. 25, and the historic challenges implied by hitting the big "3-0" on Jan. 17.
"I just wanted to be lean," Wade said.
When he lifted his shirt, he exposed a symmetrical six-pack the likes of which no suds connoisseur has ever seen.
In some seasons, he has been in what Erik Spoelstra characterized as "freakish" condition; in 2008-09, he was a bit bloated for Pat Riley's liking.
"Every year I played at some kind of different weight, from my first year to last year," Wade said.
Wade said that, for 2011-12, his goal was to feel fresher later in games. He was careful this off-season not to play too many 5-on-5 exhibition games - fewer than LeBron James, for instance -- for fear of burning out early.
"Hopefully, I spread it out well," Wade said.
Some might argue that he spreads himself too thin, that his globetrotting off-season schedule - in addition to fatherhood duties - would wear out even the strongest mortal.
But he appeared to be refreshed Wednesday in body and mind, eager for the opening of camp in part "because a lot of extra stuff cuts out of my life." He's told his agent and business manager to stop calling with requests.
"Riley don't play that," he said.
Wade has always prided himself on playing above the rim, but that comes with risks, risks that only increase with age. Michael Jordan extended his era of excellence by relying less on aerial assaults, and now Kobe Bryant is doing the same.
Of the recent stars, only Allen Iverson has been as fearless and relentless an attacker as Wade - and perhaps only Iverson absorbed as many body shocks.
While Iverson had his highest-scoring season (33.0) after turning 30, and shot the second-highest percentage of his career (45.8 percent) at 32, he had lost the step that made him special by 34.
Will that happen to Wade?
It helps that he is roughly 50 pounds heavier than Iverson, and has taken better care of himself off the floor. But, clearly, he must continue to evolve.
"You always try to add," Wade said. "Every year, I am always trying to add a piece to my game."
And learning to subtract.
"Understanding moments a little different," Wade said. "I've changed since I've been here. I don't drive every time down. I understand sometimes, my body can't take that tonight.
"So, yeah, I've changed, but me totally changing from a penetrator to just a shooter? I'm not at that stage in no time soon - just sit in a corner. That will come one day. That will be like Eddie Jones was when I got here."
Jones was 32 when Wade arrived - effective if not explosive.
Maybe that label will fit Wade down the line. But, even with 30 approaching, it still doesn't fit nearly as well as his shoes.
It Takes Two to Tango, You and Your Wenger Timepiece [Replica Breitling Watche]
Wenger timepieces guarantee excellence in quality as the moments in life become sonorous with the melody of lovely songs in sync with the constant ticking of Wenger watches that one wears. Pick up a Wenger timepiece and feel the uniqueness in style and design which is common in all the other timepieces as well. The watches speak to you and you can't resist the element of fire in each watch: bright, radiant, sizzling hot and made to perfection that not only to make one aware of the time but also dignify time with its charm.
Unleashing a new timepiece that is perfect in style and suits every buyer's style well is Wenger GST 78236 Men's Watch! Its model number is 78236, GST series, clock face colour is black, strap material made of stainless steel, strap width is 21 mm, strap length is men standard, case material is stainless steel, case diameter is 41 mm, case thickness is 12.2 mm, crystal sapphire, calendar type date, function hour, minutes and seconds, features include luminous hands and markers, round face shape, analog display type, Swiss quartz movement type, jewellery clasp type, water resistance 100 meters, with a 3 years' seller warranty
Men and women of different ages can choose from the variety that Wenger Watches offer, classified into smart casual watches, sporty delightful ones, and that are techno in look and feel. Buyers adore Wenger watches and regard it as one brand whose timepieces are wonderful creations that go well with any kind of clothing that one wears. Wenger watches are in tune with the changing time, they are timepieces which are a pleasure to look at, very exact and one can get a feel of satisfaction from inside when one wears them. Many people can't resist to cast a glance at a Wenger watch and the person who is wearing a well-crafted timepiece is able to form a very good impression in the eyes of the onlookers. Wenger has become the second name for fashion and this season, like the last one belongs to Wenger!
Talking about its historic past, Wenger is a chic international brand of watches that saw its beginning as Swiss knife makers furnished soldiers around the world with a universal directive to keep a single-blade folding knife; and is modern day's architect of one of the best time accessory for outdoor purposes! Wenger Watches are essential supporters of Swiss Watches that are well-suited for men who are valiant and fearless. Wenger is a multipurpose brand that proffers an extravaganza of timepieces for both the genders.
Wenger watches have become an icon of inventiveness unifying modernity with class leaving an imprint of flawlessness on every watch. If one chooses to gift someone with a timepiece, the obvious choice ought to be a Wenger, as it is a gift for someone you love to care about and feel that he or she deserves to possess.
A well-known and dignified wholesaler of pure and authentic watches from all brands InfiniteShopping.com has all the beautiful timepieces that delight its audience with its grandeur. Wenger watches show one's class, superior quality and uniqueness that never go out of trend. Whether one is sporting a Wenger watch for a festive occasion, a party with friends, or while on a trip to a foreign country, people never fail to notice his towering personality.
Time never comes to a standstill, with Wenger watches. Man is always on the move and so are the hands of an analog timepiece or the digits of a digital watch. Wenger lets one fall in the ocean of love and with this deep dive the beauty of the underwater world comes to life in a buyer's heart. What's more, one can choose which trendy Wenger watch will make one's day or which one would bring the good-luck charm along with it. The golden rule is ‘take your own time but make the most perfect selection'. Once you have selected it, don't be twin-minded about your choice. A Wenger watch will say it all, nicely.
Infiniteshopping.com plays a vital part in bringing Wenger Watches to spotlight and enabling the buyers to face the world in style. Watches tell the story of time and often refer to the present context of it. Time schedules, meetings, outing with friends or just business rush hours, time flies with a single wink. Once gone, time changes its form from present to past and never comes back teaching one to never sit, crib or look back , and just move on with every pulsating second. Wenger timepieces, styled to make one look picture perfect are not only the latest in trend but are also the sign of modernity, making it irresistibly unavoidable to ignore their presence.
Unleashing a new timepiece that is perfect in style and suits every buyer's style well is Wenger GST 78236 Men's Watch! Its model number is 78236, GST series, clock face colour is black, strap material made of stainless steel, strap width is 21 mm, strap length is men standard, case material is stainless steel, case diameter is 41 mm, case thickness is 12.2 mm, crystal sapphire, calendar type date, function hour, minutes and seconds, features include luminous hands and markers, round face shape, analog display type, Swiss quartz movement type, jewellery clasp type, water resistance 100 meters, with a 3 years' seller warranty
Men and women of different ages can choose from the variety that Wenger Watches offer, classified into smart casual watches, sporty delightful ones, and that are techno in look and feel. Buyers adore Wenger watches and regard it as one brand whose timepieces are wonderful creations that go well with any kind of clothing that one wears. Wenger watches are in tune with the changing time, they are timepieces which are a pleasure to look at, very exact and one can get a feel of satisfaction from inside when one wears them. Many people can't resist to cast a glance at a Wenger watch and the person who is wearing a well-crafted timepiece is able to form a very good impression in the eyes of the onlookers. Wenger has become the second name for fashion and this season, like the last one belongs to Wenger!
Talking about its historic past, Wenger is a chic international brand of watches that saw its beginning as Swiss knife makers furnished soldiers around the world with a universal directive to keep a single-blade folding knife; and is modern day's architect of one of the best time accessory for outdoor purposes! Wenger Watches are essential supporters of Swiss Watches that are well-suited for men who are valiant and fearless. Wenger is a multipurpose brand that proffers an extravaganza of timepieces for both the genders.
Wenger watches have become an icon of inventiveness unifying modernity with class leaving an imprint of flawlessness on every watch. If one chooses to gift someone with a timepiece, the obvious choice ought to be a Wenger, as it is a gift for someone you love to care about and feel that he or she deserves to possess.
A well-known and dignified wholesaler of pure and authentic watches from all brands InfiniteShopping.com has all the beautiful timepieces that delight its audience with its grandeur. Wenger watches show one's class, superior quality and uniqueness that never go out of trend. Whether one is sporting a Wenger watch for a festive occasion, a party with friends, or while on a trip to a foreign country, people never fail to notice his towering personality.
Time never comes to a standstill, with Wenger watches. Man is always on the move and so are the hands of an analog timepiece or the digits of a digital watch. Wenger lets one fall in the ocean of love and with this deep dive the beauty of the underwater world comes to life in a buyer's heart. What's more, one can choose which trendy Wenger watch will make one's day or which one would bring the good-luck charm along with it. The golden rule is ‘take your own time but make the most perfect selection'. Once you have selected it, don't be twin-minded about your choice. A Wenger watch will say it all, nicely.
Infiniteshopping.com plays a vital part in bringing Wenger Watches to spotlight and enabling the buyers to face the world in style. Watches tell the story of time and often refer to the present context of it. Time schedules, meetings, outing with friends or just business rush hours, time flies with a single wink. Once gone, time changes its form from present to past and never comes back teaching one to never sit, crib or look back , and just move on with every pulsating second. Wenger timepieces, styled to make one look picture perfect are not only the latest in trend but are also the sign of modernity, making it irresistibly unavoidable to ignore their presence.
F1 Racing x Hublot – Formula One King Power Interlagos [Dewitt Watches]
Just days ago, Ferrari announced that Hublot would be the official watchmaker of their company but familiar to several other ventures, Hublot is not slowing down and have released another outstanding timepiece for auto fans. To commemorate the last Grand Prix leg of the F1 Championship, Hublot has released the Formula 1 King Power Interlagos.
The Interlagos is the counter-clockwise Formula One Racing circuit in Sao Paolo, Brazil and Hublot created a timepiece that references the track's Brazilian heritage. The watch reflects the cobalt blue of the nation's flag and as with all the Formula One tribute watches, the bezel is perforated to appear like an F1 racecar's disc brakes. Push buttons for reset and timing functions complete a striking new watch that is limited to 250 pieces. The Formula 1 King Power Interlagos is available for special order now through Hublot dealers everywhere.
The Interlagos is the counter-clockwise Formula One Racing circuit in Sao Paolo, Brazil and Hublot created a timepiece that references the track's Brazilian heritage. The watch reflects the cobalt blue of the nation's flag and as with all the Formula One tribute watches, the bezel is perforated to appear like an F1 racecar's disc brakes. Push buttons for reset and timing functions complete a striking new watch that is limited to 250 pieces. The Formula 1 King Power Interlagos is available for special order now through Hublot dealers everywhere.
The Shopkeeper and Poor Me..! [Ferrari Watches]
The Baniya shopkeeper of the small kirana store at the corner of the road, who sat at his counter didn't even bother looking at me as I entered his shop, he was busy taking out sticky, unwrapped sweets from a jar with fingers which I knew had just been used to dig his nose. "Excuse me!" I said as the shopkeeper studiously ignored me and counted eight sweets, which he gave to a little child. "Did you give me a dozen sweets uncle?" asked the child. "Yes," said the shopkeeper, "Twelve!" The child put one in his mouth and walked out.
"You gave him only eight!" I said angrily.
"What to do," said the shopkeeper as he weighed the one kilo sugar I wanted, "What to do, things are so expensive there is no other way I can make a profit."
"Are you sure your weighing scales are correct?" I asked as I picked up a kilo packet of washing powder and put it in place of his kilo measure. I watched as the scales now tipped in my favour, "Your scales are wrong!" I said.
"What to do, things are so expensive, there is no other way!" said the shopkeeper with a smile.
"There is!" I said.
"Is there?" he asked not bothering to look up.
"If we can get good retail shopping centres that sold clean hygienic products, where scales were correctly balanced, products were fresh, even cheaper, where the poor farmer would be given a fair price and where his produce was not be wasted in transportation because of good cold storage facilities then it would solve the problem."
"That will never happen," said the shopkeeper happily.
"Why not?" I asked.
"Because we won't allow it," said the baniya shopkeeper with finality.
"But I the consumer am being deprived of my right to good, cheap and fresh products!" I cried.
"And I the shopkeeper will be deprived of my profits if this happens!" said the shopkeeper gleefully.
"But I am the voter!"
"Maybe," said the shopkeeper, "but my voice is heard more than yours. Look at the BJP, watch how they disrupt Parliament, all, so that you continue coming to my shop.."
"Where you cheat people!"
"Watch the commies, watch Mamata who speaks for the poor, everyone of them, in our pockets!"
I watched the baniya shopkeeper again taking out sticky, unwrapped sweets from a jar with fingers I knew had just been used to dig his nose, counting seven sweets, this time, which he gave to another little child. "Did you give me a dozen sweets uncle?" asked the child innocently as the shopkeeper smiled, then guffawed and laughed as the opposition parties, the commies and Mamata joined in with him.
It is a happy shopkeeper and a sadder, poorer me, who watches FDI in Retail being thrown out of the country..!
"You gave him only eight!" I said angrily.
"What to do," said the shopkeeper as he weighed the one kilo sugar I wanted, "What to do, things are so expensive there is no other way I can make a profit."
"Are you sure your weighing scales are correct?" I asked as I picked up a kilo packet of washing powder and put it in place of his kilo measure. I watched as the scales now tipped in my favour, "Your scales are wrong!" I said.
"What to do, things are so expensive, there is no other way!" said the shopkeeper with a smile.
"There is!" I said.
"Is there?" he asked not bothering to look up.
"If we can get good retail shopping centres that sold clean hygienic products, where scales were correctly balanced, products were fresh, even cheaper, where the poor farmer would be given a fair price and where his produce was not be wasted in transportation because of good cold storage facilities then it would solve the problem."
"That will never happen," said the shopkeeper happily.
"Why not?" I asked.
"Because we won't allow it," said the baniya shopkeeper with finality.
"But I the consumer am being deprived of my right to good, cheap and fresh products!" I cried.
"And I the shopkeeper will be deprived of my profits if this happens!" said the shopkeeper gleefully.
"But I am the voter!"
"Maybe," said the shopkeeper, "but my voice is heard more than yours. Look at the BJP, watch how they disrupt Parliament, all, so that you continue coming to my shop.."
"Where you cheat people!"
"Watch the commies, watch Mamata who speaks for the poor, everyone of them, in our pockets!"
I watched the baniya shopkeeper again taking out sticky, unwrapped sweets from a jar with fingers I knew had just been used to dig his nose, counting seven sweets, this time, which he gave to another little child. "Did you give me a dozen sweets uncle?" asked the child innocently as the shopkeeper smiled, then guffawed and laughed as the opposition parties, the commies and Mamata joined in with him.
It is a happy shopkeeper and a sadder, poorer me, who watches FDI in Retail being thrown out of the country..!
Movado 3Q net income dips, revenue climbs [Ferrari Watches]
Movado Group Inc.'s net income slipped 4 percent in the third quarter as
the prior-year period had a one-time benefit. But revenue climbed on
strong sales of its high-end watches, and the company boosted its full-
year adjusted earnings outlook.
Its stock gained $1.57, or 10 percent, to $17.30 in premarket trading.
Movado reported Thursday that it earned $16.4 million, or 65 cents per
share, for the three months ended Oct. 31. That compares with earnings of
$17.1 million, or 69 cents per share, a year earlier.
The year-ago period included a one-time benefit of 17 cents per share
related to the reversal of a previously recorded liability related to a
retirement agreement with former Movado Chairman Gedalio Grinberg, who
died in 2009. Excluding that gain, earnings were 52 cents per share in the
prior-year period.
Analysts polled by FactSet expected earnings of 47 cents per share for the
August-October quarter.
Revenue rose 16 percent to $142.6 million from $123 million, helped by
higher sales of Movado watches and its licensed watch brands such as
Coach, Tommy Hilfiger and Juicy Couture.
The Paramus, N.J., company said that its strong third quarter prompted it
to increase its fiscal 2012 adjusted earnings to a range of 93 cents to 98
cents per share. Its prior guidance called for adjusted earnings between
60 cents and 65 cents per share.
the prior-year period had a one-time benefit. But revenue climbed on
strong sales of its high-end watches, and the company boosted its full-
year adjusted earnings outlook.
Its stock gained $1.57, or 10 percent, to $17.30 in premarket trading.
Movado reported Thursday that it earned $16.4 million, or 65 cents per
share, for the three months ended Oct. 31. That compares with earnings of
$17.1 million, or 69 cents per share, a year earlier.
The year-ago period included a one-time benefit of 17 cents per share
related to the reversal of a previously recorded liability related to a
retirement agreement with former Movado Chairman Gedalio Grinberg, who
died in 2009. Excluding that gain, earnings were 52 cents per share in the
prior-year period.
Analysts polled by FactSet expected earnings of 47 cents per share for the
August-October quarter.
Revenue rose 16 percent to $142.6 million from $123 million, helped by
higher sales of Movado watches and its licensed watch brands such as
Coach, Tommy Hilfiger and Juicy Couture.
The Paramus, N.J., company said that its strong third quarter prompted it
to increase its fiscal 2012 adjusted earnings to a range of 93 cents to 98
cents per share. Its prior guidance called for adjusted earnings between
60 cents and 65 cents per share.
Hublot F1 King Power Interlagos Watch [Dewitt Watches]
Hublot recently concluded the 2011 F1 season at the Interlagos circuit in Sao Paulo with the unveiling of the F1 King Power Interlagos watch. This marks the second new Hublot F1 watch unveiled this month and the eighth model overall for the Hublot F1 collection. The watch is in the now familiar F1 King Power theme, except the cobalt blue color which is found in the centre of the Brazilian flag (pantone 280, anyone?). Also this watch comes on a hornback alligator strap rather than the often seen Nomex-style strap.
48mm carbon fiber case, ceramic F1 "brake disc" style bezel, automatic mechanical chronograph movement, horback alligator strap with cobalt blue stitching
48mm carbon fiber case, ceramic F1 "brake disc" style bezel, automatic mechanical chronograph movement, horback alligator strap with cobalt blue stitching
He takes the cake [Dewitt Watches]
Who says you don't have to work hard if you're the boss?
Flashing a smile and his famous Italian charm, New Jersey baker and reality TV star Buddy Valastro, aka the Cake Boss, worked up a sweat hugging hundreds of fans at a book signing sponsored by Rainy Day Books earlier this month at Unity Temple on the Plaza. Valastro, star of TLC's reality series "Cake Boss," came to Kansas City as part of a nationwide tour that took him to 20 cities in 21 days.
A nationwide tour … for a cake baker?
Don't laugh. It sold out around the country. As one commentator put it, "we're in the golden age of cake television." From "Ace of Cakes" and "Ultimate Cake Off" to "Last Cake Standing" and "Wedding Cake Wars," cake programs are everywhere. In the last three years you could hardly turn the channel without landing on one of these sugar-soaked shows.
"Cake Boss" is arguably the most successful and highest rated of the bunch. Now seen in 180 countries, it has achieved near cult status, attracting throngs of giddy visitors to Hoboken, N.J., from as far away as Japan and Jakarta. The show centers on Carlo's Bakery (run by Valastro and his extended family) and the drama that ensues as they make their spectacular special-order cakes.
How much of a phenomenon is Buddy Valastro? His official "Cake Boss" Facebook page has 3.2 million "likes."
On his page fans communicate with Valastro like they would a close friend. They share stories from their lives, leave compliments or tell him they're coming to visit. They even leave links for YouTube videos, where they tell him how much they love his show, or make their pitches for him to make them — or someone they know — one of his larger-than-life custom cakes.
"Hi Buddy," wrote one fan. "I am from Hawaii and planning a trip to visit your store. Do you have anything for tourists like us to watch how the beautiful cakes are made? You are all so creative. It is always a WOW whenever I watch your show."
But not everyone has positive comments. Some, like Rosemary Harding, leave sharply worded constructive criticism.
"Enjoy the show except all your screaming," she said. "If I worked for you and you yelled at me the way you do the crew, I would walk out. There is no excuse for how you treat the other bakers. You should learn some manners and take a course in how to talk to others."
But most of the comments are as sweet as one of the Cake Boss' creations.
Valastro is as popular with chefs as he is with home bakers.
Carey Iennaccaro, owner of Sprinkled With Sugar, a custom-cake business in Olathe, appreciates what the show has done for her industry.
"I definitely think Buddy has been a big influence on the cake world with his show and his uniqueness," she said. "There are amazingly great people in the cake world who were doing this before Buddy. But Buddy's show has brought all these talented cake artists into the spotlight to where people can actually see and appreciate all that we do."
In the show, Valastro is depicted in many ways, including devoted family man and demanding task master who is not above raising his voice or lowering the boom when necessary.
But on stage in Kansas City he was a big softie.
"It's an honor to meet you," said a female fan with a quavering voice, who quickly apologized. "I'm sorry," she said. "I'm nervous."
"Aww, what are you nervous for?" Valastro said. "Don't be nervous. I love you guys. You know that. Just a pleasure being here in Kansas City."
A father of four, Valastro kissed babies and clowned around with kids. He shook hands, gave high-fives, posed for pictures, laughed at jokes and signed books, forearms, cake pans and rolling pins. Not once did he seem tired, or put off by the huge line. These were his fans. And there was nothing he wouldn't do for them.
Three hours later, when the last fan walked away, he wasn't done. With a show to do later that night at the Midland theater, where he would talk about his life, do demonstrations and take questions from the audience, he was ushered into a back room filled with tables piled high with his new book, "Baking With the Cake Boss" ($30, Free Press). His job: sign every last of them.
He didn't know he'd be asked to sign so many books. No problem. He grabbed a marker and attacked them like a machine. Hours later he finished signing the last of 500 books, having given each one a stylish and legible autograph.
Valastro is no stranger to hard work. He's been working in the family business since he was 11. After his father died, the 34-year-old Valastro guided Carlo's Bakery to new heights as the breakout star of the highly rated "Cake Boss," now in its fourth season.
Sherry Kirkpatrick of Olathe, who came to see him on her 53rd birthday, said it's easy to understand why people like this boss so much.
Flashing a smile and his famous Italian charm, New Jersey baker and reality TV star Buddy Valastro, aka the Cake Boss, worked up a sweat hugging hundreds of fans at a book signing sponsored by Rainy Day Books earlier this month at Unity Temple on the Plaza. Valastro, star of TLC's reality series "Cake Boss," came to Kansas City as part of a nationwide tour that took him to 20 cities in 21 days.
A nationwide tour … for a cake baker?
Don't laugh. It sold out around the country. As one commentator put it, "we're in the golden age of cake television." From "Ace of Cakes" and "Ultimate Cake Off" to "Last Cake Standing" and "Wedding Cake Wars," cake programs are everywhere. In the last three years you could hardly turn the channel without landing on one of these sugar-soaked shows.
"Cake Boss" is arguably the most successful and highest rated of the bunch. Now seen in 180 countries, it has achieved near cult status, attracting throngs of giddy visitors to Hoboken, N.J., from as far away as Japan and Jakarta. The show centers on Carlo's Bakery (run by Valastro and his extended family) and the drama that ensues as they make their spectacular special-order cakes.
How much of a phenomenon is Buddy Valastro? His official "Cake Boss" Facebook page has 3.2 million "likes."
On his page fans communicate with Valastro like they would a close friend. They share stories from their lives, leave compliments or tell him they're coming to visit. They even leave links for YouTube videos, where they tell him how much they love his show, or make their pitches for him to make them — or someone they know — one of his larger-than-life custom cakes.
"Hi Buddy," wrote one fan. "I am from Hawaii and planning a trip to visit your store. Do you have anything for tourists like us to watch how the beautiful cakes are made? You are all so creative. It is always a WOW whenever I watch your show."
But not everyone has positive comments. Some, like Rosemary Harding, leave sharply worded constructive criticism.
"Enjoy the show except all your screaming," she said. "If I worked for you and you yelled at me the way you do the crew, I would walk out. There is no excuse for how you treat the other bakers. You should learn some manners and take a course in how to talk to others."
But most of the comments are as sweet as one of the Cake Boss' creations.
Valastro is as popular with chefs as he is with home bakers.
Carey Iennaccaro, owner of Sprinkled With Sugar, a custom-cake business in Olathe, appreciates what the show has done for her industry.
"I definitely think Buddy has been a big influence on the cake world with his show and his uniqueness," she said. "There are amazingly great people in the cake world who were doing this before Buddy. But Buddy's show has brought all these talented cake artists into the spotlight to where people can actually see and appreciate all that we do."
In the show, Valastro is depicted in many ways, including devoted family man and demanding task master who is not above raising his voice or lowering the boom when necessary.
But on stage in Kansas City he was a big softie.
"It's an honor to meet you," said a female fan with a quavering voice, who quickly apologized. "I'm sorry," she said. "I'm nervous."
"Aww, what are you nervous for?" Valastro said. "Don't be nervous. I love you guys. You know that. Just a pleasure being here in Kansas City."
A father of four, Valastro kissed babies and clowned around with kids. He shook hands, gave high-fives, posed for pictures, laughed at jokes and signed books, forearms, cake pans and rolling pins. Not once did he seem tired, or put off by the huge line. These were his fans. And there was nothing he wouldn't do for them.
Three hours later, when the last fan walked away, he wasn't done. With a show to do later that night at the Midland theater, where he would talk about his life, do demonstrations and take questions from the audience, he was ushered into a back room filled with tables piled high with his new book, "Baking With the Cake Boss" ($30, Free Press). His job: sign every last of them.
He didn't know he'd be asked to sign so many books. No problem. He grabbed a marker and attacked them like a machine. Hours later he finished signing the last of 500 books, having given each one a stylish and legible autograph.
Valastro is no stranger to hard work. He's been working in the family business since he was 11. After his father died, the 34-year-old Valastro guided Carlo's Bakery to new heights as the breakout star of the highly rated "Cake Boss," now in its fourth season.
Sherry Kirkpatrick of Olathe, who came to see him on her 53rd birthday, said it's easy to understand why people like this boss so much.
Seven tech treats for Christmas [Ferrari Watches]
You have to wonder how far our society has fallen when a pushy consumer resorts to assaulting her fellow shoppers with pepper spray in order get her hands on a discounted Xbox console, which is what happened in a Wal-Mart store in Los Angeles over the weekend.
Yes, it's Christmas shopping season again, and while Australians don't generally carry around pepper spray, we do love our gadgets.
With that in mind, we've put together a Christmas shopping list for the tech-savvy business traveller. Here's seven things we'd almost use pepper spray to get our hands on.
1. iPad keyboard case
The gadget that many thought would become the “third device” behind the smartphone and the laptop has become ubiquitous for millions of executives.
When combined with a wireless keyboard, the iPad is becoming a true laptop replacement, transforming the lives of mobile workers.
There's a growing number of devices that combine a case for your iPad with a keyboard, but those on offer from ZAGG are worth getting excited about.
The ZAGGfolio comes in 11 colours, with three keyboard options. At around $130 you'd want to be committed to the idea of turning your iPad into your main travel PC, but you'll also be getting highly durable protection for your tablet which could save you a lot more the next time you drop it.
2. Lytro camera
The Lytro light field camera allows you to point and shoot at anything, and then focus the image later on your PC.
No-one seems to know how this camera actually works, other than its ability to capture more light, but you have to admit being able to adjust the focus of the picture you take after you take it, using just the camera, is a novel concept.
For $US399 you can join the other guinea pigs that will be experimenting with this new form of photography and get a camera that fits in your pocket.
3. Telstra 4G (LTE) dongle
If you travel a lot and speed matters in your line of business, then you've probably already got your hands on Telstra's 4G offering which delivers download speeds of up to 41 megabits per second.
While not truly 4G as it doesn't reach speeds anywhere near the LTE-A standard of 1 gigabit per second, Technology Spectator reviewer Nerav Bhatt says it offers a significant potential speed increase compared to the sometimes congested Telstra NextG 3G network, and is the best mobile broadband solution for workers with time pressure.
The dongle costs $299 outright for Telstra business customers or is included in the cost of a monthly plan eg: $49/8GB or $39/8GB if bundled.
4. Jawbone UP
Anyone that travels regularly for work knows one of the biggest challenges is maintaining your sleep, diet and exercise routine, all of which can impact performance.
The Jawbone UP is a wristband that tracks all of those things and syncs to your iPhone to help analyse activity and set up regular reminders.
With all that tracking set up, you'll be inspired to live healthier, and it also has a smart alarm feature designed to help wake you up at the optimal time (by monitoring your movements during sleep) so you feel more refreshed during the day.
At $US99.99 the Jawbone website says they're currently on backorder, proving they must be popular with more than just the geeks.
5. iPod nano watch
When Apple first announced its new iPod nano with watch faces many saw it as a cheap gimmick. But it didn't take long for smart designers to start building a range of wristbands designed to turn the nano into a functional and stylish watch.
One of those designers, who's product features at Apple's last launch, is Scott Wilson, who used to be creative director for Nike Watches. Wilson managed to raise nearly $US1 million on crowdfunding site Kickstarter.com to make his idea for a watch that fitted Apple's design ethos a reality.
Combine the new iPod nano with Lunatik's latest band – the Lynk, and you've got a sleek looking wristwatch that will help ensure you never miss a meeting. You'll have to be keen for the bragging rights however, as the nano will set you back $149 and the wristband another $US129.95.
6. Kobo Touch eInk eReader
In all the tablet hype it's often easy to overlook eBook readers, but as Technology Spectator reviewer Neerav Bhatt explains, they're doing a great job stealing paper and hardback book market share.
If you're serious about reading work-related books while on the move, then you'll need a dedicated book reader with a non-reflective eInk screen which doesn't cause eye strain, can be read in even the brightest sunlight and allows font style or size to be changed.
The Kobo Touch eReader is one such device, and at less than $140 from Collins Booksellers it's one tablet you can unashamedly add to your Christmas wish list for the family.
7. SHOWWX+ Laser Pico Projector
Micro projectors that can be plugged into your phone have been around for a while, but many have had issues with brightness, resolution and image size.
Offering images of up to 250 centimetres, the SHOWWX+ laser pico projector is almost getting to home theatre proportions. It also works with multiple devices, including iPads.
If you spend a lot of time on the road presenting and want something more impressive than your iPad, this device will set you back around $180.
Yes, it's Christmas shopping season again, and while Australians don't generally carry around pepper spray, we do love our gadgets.
With that in mind, we've put together a Christmas shopping list for the tech-savvy business traveller. Here's seven things we'd almost use pepper spray to get our hands on.
1. iPad keyboard case
The gadget that many thought would become the “third device” behind the smartphone and the laptop has become ubiquitous for millions of executives.
When combined with a wireless keyboard, the iPad is becoming a true laptop replacement, transforming the lives of mobile workers.
There's a growing number of devices that combine a case for your iPad with a keyboard, but those on offer from ZAGG are worth getting excited about.
The ZAGGfolio comes in 11 colours, with three keyboard options. At around $130 you'd want to be committed to the idea of turning your iPad into your main travel PC, but you'll also be getting highly durable protection for your tablet which could save you a lot more the next time you drop it.
2. Lytro camera
The Lytro light field camera allows you to point and shoot at anything, and then focus the image later on your PC.
No-one seems to know how this camera actually works, other than its ability to capture more light, but you have to admit being able to adjust the focus of the picture you take after you take it, using just the camera, is a novel concept.
For $US399 you can join the other guinea pigs that will be experimenting with this new form of photography and get a camera that fits in your pocket.
3. Telstra 4G (LTE) dongle
If you travel a lot and speed matters in your line of business, then you've probably already got your hands on Telstra's 4G offering which delivers download speeds of up to 41 megabits per second.
While not truly 4G as it doesn't reach speeds anywhere near the LTE-A standard of 1 gigabit per second, Technology Spectator reviewer Nerav Bhatt says it offers a significant potential speed increase compared to the sometimes congested Telstra NextG 3G network, and is the best mobile broadband solution for workers with time pressure.
The dongle costs $299 outright for Telstra business customers or is included in the cost of a monthly plan eg: $49/8GB or $39/8GB if bundled.
4. Jawbone UP
Anyone that travels regularly for work knows one of the biggest challenges is maintaining your sleep, diet and exercise routine, all of which can impact performance.
The Jawbone UP is a wristband that tracks all of those things and syncs to your iPhone to help analyse activity and set up regular reminders.
With all that tracking set up, you'll be inspired to live healthier, and it also has a smart alarm feature designed to help wake you up at the optimal time (by monitoring your movements during sleep) so you feel more refreshed during the day.
At $US99.99 the Jawbone website says they're currently on backorder, proving they must be popular with more than just the geeks.
5. iPod nano watch
When Apple first announced its new iPod nano with watch faces many saw it as a cheap gimmick. But it didn't take long for smart designers to start building a range of wristbands designed to turn the nano into a functional and stylish watch.
One of those designers, who's product features at Apple's last launch, is Scott Wilson, who used to be creative director for Nike Watches. Wilson managed to raise nearly $US1 million on crowdfunding site Kickstarter.com to make his idea for a watch that fitted Apple's design ethos a reality.
Combine the new iPod nano with Lunatik's latest band – the Lynk, and you've got a sleek looking wristwatch that will help ensure you never miss a meeting. You'll have to be keen for the bragging rights however, as the nano will set you back $149 and the wristband another $US129.95.
6. Kobo Touch eInk eReader
In all the tablet hype it's often easy to overlook eBook readers, but as Technology Spectator reviewer Neerav Bhatt explains, they're doing a great job stealing paper and hardback book market share.
If you're serious about reading work-related books while on the move, then you'll need a dedicated book reader with a non-reflective eInk screen which doesn't cause eye strain, can be read in even the brightest sunlight and allows font style or size to be changed.
The Kobo Touch eReader is one such device, and at less than $140 from Collins Booksellers it's one tablet you can unashamedly add to your Christmas wish list for the family.
7. SHOWWX+ Laser Pico Projector
Micro projectors that can be plugged into your phone have been around for a while, but many have had issues with brightness, resolution and image size.
Offering images of up to 250 centimetres, the SHOWWX+ laser pico projector is almost getting to home theatre proportions. It also works with multiple devices, including iPads.
If you spend a lot of time on the road presenting and want something more impressive than your iPad, this device will set you back around $180.
Pippa Middleton Watches Federer Claim ATP Tour Final [Dewitt Watches]
She's known to have quite the interest in the sport, and Pippa Middleton was front row at the O2 Arena in London, England for the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals on Sunday (November 27).
Looking chic in a bright blue ensemble, the sister of the Duchess of Cambridge was alongside a few friends as she watched the final match between Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and Roger Federer.
The annual event which sees the top 8 players gathered to compete in the year-end championships ended up being claimed by Federer, who won a close contest by a final tally of 6-3, 6-7, 6-3.
Meanwhile, reports tell that Miss Middleton has been the subject of a fierce bidding war by some of Britain’s largest publishers for her first book.
Most recently, an insider at Telegraph tells that publisher Michael Joseph of Penguin books signed her up to a publishing deal worth $618,000 last week - though nothing has been confirmed.
“She wanted to publish it next year, but it will be timed to come out after the Jubilee,” said one book industry insider.
Enjoy the pictures of Pippa Middleton at the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals (November 27).
Looking chic in a bright blue ensemble, the sister of the Duchess of Cambridge was alongside a few friends as she watched the final match between Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and Roger Federer.
The annual event which sees the top 8 players gathered to compete in the year-end championships ended up being claimed by Federer, who won a close contest by a final tally of 6-3, 6-7, 6-3.
Meanwhile, reports tell that Miss Middleton has been the subject of a fierce bidding war by some of Britain’s largest publishers for her first book.
Most recently, an insider at Telegraph tells that publisher Michael Joseph of Penguin books signed her up to a publishing deal worth $618,000 last week - though nothing has been confirmed.
“She wanted to publish it next year, but it will be timed to come out after the Jubilee,” said one book industry insider.
Enjoy the pictures of Pippa Middleton at the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals (November 27).
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