The Toshiba 19LV612U is a kitchen-friendly TV that features a built-in slot-loading DVD player. The 18.5-inch TV set also comes equipped with an integrated ATSC / NTSC / QAM TV tuner and a 1,366 x 768 native resolution. Its stainless steel coating will match your other modern appliances. Other specs include a brightness level of 300, a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, a 5ms response time, HDMI / VGA inputs, a headphone jack and VESA mount support. You can purchase the 19LV612U when it is released in September for $349.99. [Engadget]
The Maitre mirror from Stocco is not an ordinary mirror, because it comes with a touch screen console in the lower-right corner, offering easy programming and operation of a radio, a clock, a barometer, and an MP3 player so you can sing out in the shower. The Maitre mirror is polished and flush-mounted on an aluminum frame, complementing any contemporary style and bringing an understated elegance to your spa-inspired space. The Maitre mirror is available in sizes from 90-cm to 2-meters. More
“Shaken, not stirred” is a famous phrase of fictional British Secret Service agent James Bond, and his preference for how he wished his martini prepared. So, I am sure he doesn’t like this Non-shaking Cocktail Cyclone from Brando. The device will be able to hold 16 ounces of your favorite martini. It is powered by a couple of AAA batteries and retails for only $19 each. More
iHouse has released the SmartFaucet that comes with a face recognition technology that is able to recognize the person’s face in front of it, and then automatically turning on the water to the preferred temperature and flow. There is a touchscreen display located on top of the faucet that can be used to check out your email inbox, check the calendar, view the current temperature, etc. Video after the jump. More
Here is the mess free liquid dispenser that has a display showing amount to dispense, amount remaining and a remaining battery life. It is an ultra-sanitary way to wash your hands. Place hands in front of sensor to dispense soap. Great for liquid soap, dish detergent, hand sanitizer and more. You can use the “+” and “-” buttons to adjust the amount dispensed. The Liquid Motion Soap Dispenser requires three AA batteries (not included). [HomeTrends]
Massage chairs are popular in Asia, although not everyone owns it. Panasonic is one of the leading Japanese companies that produce massage chairs. The company today released two new massage chairs in the form of the EP-MS40 and EP-MS10. Available in ten different colors, these chairs have been built to provide the best massage possible while still recognized as a chair. There is also a foot massage option, which is only available on the EP-MS40. See more pictures after the jump. More
The FanSee is the latest innovation on the standard desk fan. This fan has LEDs in the front of its blades that displays the current temperature while the blades are spinning. The temperature readout on the 9 inch diameter fan blades is large enough so that the whole room can see it. If you are interested, you can purchase the FanSee for $39.99 each. [SlipperyBrick]
Tatasuya Kobayashi has designed the Steam Iron concept that features a cool LED lighting that denotes the temperature in proportion with the hot red color. There is also a soft silicone lining to prevent you from burning yourself accidentally. [Yanko]
Kaffe Matthews has creatively designed the Sonic Bed that looks like a huge coffin. You can sink yourself into this bed and enjoy your favorite songs over its loudspeakers and six subwoofers which are located right under the bed. These subwoofers are able to produce extremely low frequencies that penetrate the human body, providing you with a deeply sensuous immersion for a trance-like corporeal, audio experience. Using this Sonic Bed, you can sleep like a “dead man”. [LikeCool]
The Ecobee Smart Thermostat has been released. The manufacturer claims that one is able to recoup the cost of its $385 price tag within 12 to 18 months of use because the Smart Thermostat is energy efficient device. This WiFi-enabled home automation tool also offers ZigBee expansion slots and will cost an additional $35 access fee for the first year of use. [Engadget]
