What happens when you mix iPhones with samurai? Can be unusual to guess, but probably it would lead the savage world of the samurai to end up in the hands of geeks. That’s what the Softbank’s five new Japan Texture cases for the iPhone 3GS/3G are about to do. These handcrafted with gold dust, lacquered cases have beautifully combined the traditional with the modern gadgets. The cases are named after five well-known samurai like Naoe Kanetsugu and Sanada Yukimura. The cases are created in collaboration with Zohiko, a renowned Kyoto …

You know you are a die-hard fan when you start buying plus-size posters, wall hangings and eagerly wait the launch of new copy and always search for their images online. Picture the scenario, you get a chance to have one of the rarest collectibles of your favorite but its devilish ask shatters your dream. Well, you can’t be that die-hard fan then. This rare 1989 Legend of Zelda collector plate is listed on eBay for $15,000. Your dreams of making it a treasured possession might be tormented before hand but …

It turns out that Drive’s not the only one to break away from the stereotypical yacht design, Porsche Design Group is taking the lead into designing one shaped like a spacecraft for real, together with Singapore-based megayacht builder Royal Falcon Fleet, which we have earlier reported in September 2008. The RFF135 is their first joint venture which has reached the first milestone of the construction. Though this power catamaran is nothing like Drive’s 125m superyacht concept, which boasts of over-the-top luxury spectacles with a helipad, sunken pool on the deck …

Mac lovers would love the latest Mac workstation from SmartDesks, a company known for its varied range of office desks. The MacTable can integrate both the notebook and desktop versions in style. The Mac Table is styled for iMac 20″ and 24″ displays. The table features a steel base, and the low screen position prevents neck and eye strain. The top is roomy enough to accommodate a keyboard and mouse. The WireWonder cable manager lets you place small components, such as power supplies, in its 2.5″ x 3.375″ channel. Excess …

As I drive to Colorado, I am currently loaded up on Red Bull which is giving me great boosts of energy needed for this 16 hour drive. I got a tweet via @redbull about this new product Red Bull Energy Shot (pictured above) this morning. I wonder what the difference is between their regular energy drink and this energy shot.