Apple Notes the free app created by Apple available in iOS, stands out as a fantastic normally overlooked productivity tool, offering a comprehensive suite of features designed to streamline organization and enhance efficiency. This versatile application caters to a wide range of user needs, from quick note-taking to managing complex documents and collaborative projects. By […]
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Apple Notes the free app created by Apple available in iOS, stands out as a fantastic normally overlooked productivity tool, offering a comprehensive suite of features designed to streamline organization and enhance efficiency. This versatile application caters to a wide range of user needs, from quick note-taking to managing complex documents and collaborative projects. By […]
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Discover the newly launched Vuzix Z100 Smart Glasses, blending AR technology with everyday practicality. Lightweight, versatile, and now available for $499.
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The Mac Mini M4 and M4 Pro have emerged as compelling options for gaming enthusiasts within the Apple ecosystem. While Mac gaming has historically faced challenges such as a limited game library and suboptimal optimization, recent advancements like the Metal 3 API and translation tools like Crossover have significantly improved gaming performance on Macs. Let’s […]
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The Mac Mini M4 and M4 Pro have emerged as compelling options for gaming enthusiasts within the Apple ecosystem. While Mac gaming has historically faced challenges such as a limited game library and suboptimal optimization, recent advancements like the Metal 3 API and translation tools like Crossover have significantly improved gaming performance on Macs. Let’s […]
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The Mac Mini M4 and M4 Pro have emerged as compelling options for gaming enthusiasts within the Apple ecosystem. While Mac gaming has historically faced challenges such as a limited game library and suboptimal optimization, recent advancements like the Metal 3 API and translation tools like Crossover have significantly improved gaming performance on Macs. Let’s […]
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The Mac Mini M4 and M4 Pro have emerged as compelling options for gaming enthusiasts within the Apple ecosystem. While Mac gaming has historically faced challenges such as a limited game library and suboptimal optimization, recent advancements like the Metal 3 API and translation tools like Crossover have significantly improved gaming performance on Macs. Let’s […]
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The Mac Mini M4 and M4 Pro have emerged as compelling options for gaming enthusiasts within the Apple ecosystem. While Mac gaming has historically faced challenges such as a limited game library and suboptimal optimization, recent advancements like the Metal 3 API and translation tools like Crossover have significantly improved gaming performance on Macs. Let’s […]
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Black Friday has arrived, which means Amazon’s smart displays are back on sale and significantly discounted. To start, the Echo Show 8 is $70 off its regular $150 price. That’s the cheapest Amazon has sold the Show 8 for since the company’s Prime Day sales event in July when the device hit a record low price. Amazon has also discounted the more affordable Echo Show 5. Right now, it’s on sale for $50, down from $90.
Both the Echo Show 8 and Show 5 have been on Engadget’s best smart displays list for years. Of the two, the former is the best pick for most people. The 8-inch screen is just large enough to make it easy to interact with the display, but not so big so as to make a device that hogs space on your bedside table. The fact the Show 8 will adapt the size of its user interface to how far away you are from it is icing on the cake.
The Show 8 is also a great choice if you want a smart display that’s great for video calling. Not only does its 13-megapixel camera offers great image quality, but Amazon has also included a feature that automatically frames your face and follows your movements. As you can imagine, it’s a useful feature to have if you want to move around while chatting with your friends and loved ones. When you’re not using the Show 8, there’s a physical camera cover to protect your privacy. I should also mention that the Show 8 is one of the better-sounding smart displays Engadget has tested, thanks to the inclusion of spatial audio and a room calibration feature.
As for the Echo Show 5, it’s a great option if space is limited on your desk or nightstand. It’s currently one of the smallest smart displays on the market. The inclusion of an ambient light sensor and tap-to-snooze features make for a great smart alarm clock. It can also work as a sunrise clock if you don’t want to be jarred from bed.
Either way, both the Show 8 and Show 5 are great smart display, especially when you can get them on sale like they are now.
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This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-echo-show-8-drops-to-a-record-low-of-80-in-this-amazon-black-friday-deal-150003009.html?src=rssIn the heart of Tokyo’s Nakano district, where tradition meets modernity, a quiet revolution in Japanese craftsmanship is unfolding. Welcome to NAKANOKUMO by artist Tasuku Murose and inventor Yasuyuki Nagato, a brand that elegantly bridges Japan’s storied past with its innovative present.
With a dedication to heritage materials like urushi lacquer and the art of makie, NAKANOKUMO transforms cultural treasures into modern expressions of beauty, inviting a global audience to experience the richness of Japanese artistry.
For centuries, Japan’s artisans have honored the natural world, transforming its gifts—wood, metal, and lacquer—into objects of profound beauty and purpose. At NAKANOKUMO, this legacy is reimagined for a modern audience. Each creation begins with a simple yet profound question: How can these ancient materials and techniques inspire a new way of living?
Central to their work is urushi, a lacquer drawn from the sap of the urushi tree. With a history stretching back 9,000 years, urushi embodies resilience and elegance. Its deep, glossy finish is the result of a unique chemical reaction with air, creating a surface that is not only beautiful but also remarkably durable, resistant to acids, alkalis, and even the passage of time.
Building on the timeless beauty of urushi, NAKANOKUMO combines its natural allure with contemporary design, creating objects that feel both grounded in heritage and relevant to modern life.
Artisan carefully brushing lacquer on the surface
At the heart of NAKANOKUMO’s artistry lies makie, one of Japan’s most exquisite decorative techniques. This method, which originated in the Heian period over 1,400 years ago, involves sprinkling gold or silver powder over wet lacquer to create shimmering, intricate patterns. Once set, these metallic designs are embedded within additional layers of lacquer, polished to a luminous, mirror-like finish that captures the interplay of light and texture.
NAKANOKUMO’s makie creations are a testament to this delicate process, transforming accessories and home décor into radiant works of art. Each piece offers a tactile experience—urushi’s silky smooth surface paired with makie’s shimmering brilliance captivates both touch and sight. Perfect for the minimalist wardrobe or as a centerpiece in your workspace, NAKANOKUMO’s designs bring a timeless elegance to modern living.
The story of NAKANOKUMO is as much about people as it is about craft. Their Tokyo atelier, housed in an 80-year-old restored home, serves as a vibrant hub where artisans from diverse backgrounds gather to collaborate and innovate. This confluence of skills and perspectives results in designs that honor Japanese traditions while pushing the boundaries of what these crafts can achieve.
This community-based approach makes NAKANOKUMO’s atelier more than just a workspace—it’s a cultural dialogue, where the past meets the present and artistry shapes the future.
Earrings from the Toh (東雲) collection
While urushi and makie are celebrated for their beauty, they are also under threat. The number of urushi trees has drastically dwindled, and the pool of skilled artisans continues to shrink. NAKANOKUMO is deeply committed to preserving these endangered crafts by sustaining the knowledge, tools, and materials necessary for their survival.
Each piece crafted by NAKANOKUMO is a tribute to this legacy. By merging traditional techniques with modern applications, they ensure that these time-honored crafts not only endure but thrive for future generations.
Brooch from the Sai (彩雲) collection
NAKANOKUMO’s creations are more than just objects—they are experiences that invite you to connect with the essence of Japanese artistry. Each piece tells a story of precision, care, and cultural heritage, transforming everyday life into something extraordinary.
Whether you’re drawn to the tactile smoothness of urushi lacquer or the radiant elegance of makie, every item is a reflection of Japan’s unparalleled craftsmanship. NAKANOKUMO invites you to explore their collection and discover the timeless beauty of tradition, reimagined.
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