With the popularity of vintage and bespoke styles, Nixon‘s latest creation might be what you are looking for. Unlike their conventional designs, this Private model features the oxide treatment on its dials to recreate a vintage feel. The unique finish leaves each watch looking slightly different and gives them extra personality. Surrounding the aged face is a silver case that is wrapped around by wrist bands made from brown leather. To make sure it is easier to check the time, both the minute and hour hands are colored silver, while the second hand is colored black. This timepiece can be found at the oki-ni online store in the UK right now.

Usually when people tell you to think “big picture,” they’re not thinking as literally as Dennis Manarchy, who just finished creating the prototype of a one-of-a-kind 35-foot-long camera he calls Eye of America. As a part of his upcoming Kickstarter-backed photography series and rolling exhibit, Vanishing Cultures, Manarchy will use his mega-camera to take portraits of people around the United States who represent each culture within this great mixing pot of a country. After rolling up to his subject via truck, each picture Manarchy snaps will produce a set of negatives that measure 6′ by 4.5′ each, which will then be fit together to create prints that can measure up to two stories tall. Those not lucky enough to be featured in Manarchy’s viewfinder can still visit his exhibit to view the final pieces alongside their original negatives and even get a chance to walk inside the camera. Check out Manarchy’s Kickstarter video that will feature when his page launches on February 1 after the jump to learn more about how you can help make his big dream a reality.

Since becoming its host in 2009, comedian Jimmy Fallon has made his show “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” an impromptu platform for debut on the latest gadgetry. This morning was no exception as media/press from around the globe gathered for the announcement of Nike+ FuelBand. With ?uestlove‘s steady drumming as introduction, Fallon made a quick “welcome” statement before having Mark Parker, CEO of Nike, along with Nike+ developer Trevor Edwards among others, to take the stage for overviews of Nike+, NikeFuel, and the new Nike+ FuelBand. To comprehend the application, Nike also asked cyclist Lance Armstrong, American sprinter Carmelita Jeter, and basketball star Kevin Durant to iterate their personal usage of these new products. Then it was onto to live demonstration and try-outs with Nike+ technicians onsite.

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Designed in part with Nike‘s mantra, “If you have a body, you are an athlete.” the Nike+ FuelBand is a furthering advancement between the physical world, its virtual counterpart, and the way we move between both. Set to update on four metrics – time, calories, steps, and NikeFuel, a new measure on athletic activities. Not only will it keep track of all the movements from your daily routines and broadcast in a comparable format. It also motivates you to become more active by rendering each daily activities into mini-games. Now, reaching a set goal becomes a personal triumph or an “in-your-face” moment when competing among friends.

Deceiving simple on appearance, a complex array of electronics, including a three-axis accelerometer, record all movements. An user-friendly interface, like 20 red to green LEDs (like that on the Nike M.A.G.), gives you instant feedback on your performances. Connectivity to the Nike+ network is done through built-in USB and works with Mac OS v10.4 or later, Windows 7, Windows Vista (SP2), or Windows XP (SP2) computer platforms. You can also upload via Bluetooth wireless protocol onto an Apple iPhone app.

The Nike+ FuelBand is now available for pre-order at NikeStore.com for a retail price of $149 US. In the meantime, see video series on the new product after the click…

2011 was certainly not an easy year for high-tech companies in Asia. First came the earthquake/tsunami in Northern Japan which destroyed much of the public infrastructure last March. Then flood water inundated much of Thailand, a major manufacturing point in South East Asia, for over a month. While tragic, both episodes might have played a part in expediting new product launch, including the much talked about Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR. Aside from our “doctored image” of the purported camera above, the jury is still out on the camera’s exact specifications. Some media outlets have mentioned an image sensor similar to the upcoming flagship, Canon EOS-1D X, with the new DIGIC 5 image processor. Others stated the increase in AF points to around 19, though not as much as the 7D and EOS-1D X. One hotly debated feature, also the newest rumor, is the addition of eye control auto-focus, whereby the camera tracks the movement of your eye to determine its focus point. But the most talked about issue regarding the Canon EOS 5D Mark II is its release date. Instead of waiting till September 2012 for the Photokina trade show in Germany, unnamed sources have said a launch date as early as March or April of this year. A bit improbable since Canon is launching EOS-1D X around the same time. But giving the extraordinary occurrences in 2011, a simultaneous releases of flagship products is quite possible. via: Canon Rumors

Victorinox presents the SSD pocket-knife and thumb-drive combo, the only portable drive in the world that fits into eSATAII/III and USB 2.0/3.0 with single connector. Other features include a Bi-Stable monochrome graphic display so you can label the contents of the drive, 256-bit AES hardware- and software-based encryption, and the choice of two knife bodies — one with traditional Swiss Army Knife tools like blade, scissors and nail file, the other a flight-friendly case that will get you past security with no problems. The Victorinox SSD comes in 64, 128 and 256GB varieties, as well as an impressive 1 TB version. Look for the device to land at retailers starting in April.

Famously tight-lipped, Apple is still not divulging any details on the upcoming media event in New York City this Thursday, January 19th. From the chalk outlines, blackboard like invitations, and brief statement by the company, it is safe to deduce the summit to be education related. Perhaps the Cupertino tech giant will announce a textbooks-to-ebooks initiative, as many predict. Some have said the event will be the introduction of ebook self publishing software, similar to how it already is with Apple GarageBand. Then, there are speculations of another Nike and Apple partnership. After all, it is quite interesting to see both Apple and Nike having a announcement of some sort on the same day…

First as a leading martial arts practitioner, then as an actor, and now as a philanthropist, it was natural for timepiece maker HUBLOT to tap Jet Li as its Chinese brand ambassador. After it made its debut right before the holiday season, HUBLOT is finally making Jet Li’s signature watch, the Aero Bang Jet Li, available for purchase. Part of its novelties line of highly stylized watches, HUBLOT based the Aero Bang Jet Li on its Big Bang ceramic design. A skeletal dial face with intricate latticeworks are references to Shaolin temple, a religious institution founded in the 5th century and a training ground for Chinese Kung-Fu. The 1982 film version of Shaolin’s history was also Li’s debut on the big screen. Accentuated with red minute markings as well as stitching on the leather strap, symbolic to China and Li’s Chinese heritage, HUBLOT added Yin and Yang emblem onto the crystal case back at the request of Li in part to emphasize his own philosophy on life.

Each individually numbered, authenticated and signed by Jet Li, only 200 were made. Available through purchase inquiries at HUBLOT boutiques worldwide, just in time for Chinese New Year.

As Consumer Electronics Show drew to a close over the weekend, the biggest news wasn’t just about Microsoft departure from the annual tech forum. One other notable update was Beats by Dr. Dre‘s decision not to renew its exclusive contract with Monster Cable. From its very first headphones, the Studio, in 2008, to a full range of audio products it offers today, Beats By Dr. Dre made an astonishing transition from a mere accessories manufacturer to a lifestyle label. Some of the credit goes to Monster Cable, founder Noel Lee, its occasional controversial marketing tactics. Speculations about the end of the 5-year partnership grew when Taiwanese cellphone maker HTC acquired 51% of Beats at $300 million. Around the same time, Noel Lee’s son Kevin, an integral part of partnership, left to create SOL Republic, an audio accessories label with uncanny similarities to Beats except at half the price. Meanwhile, Monster already established its next partnership, this time with denim label Diesel.

Hands-free phones are now widely available thanks to the advent of Bluetooth, with seemingly every sidewalk populated by that one dude who seems to be talking to himself. So why did it take so long for a hands-free video camera to hit the market as well? Well regardless it’s here, as the gadget makers at NEXX are coming with the Looxcie Handsfree Video Camera, a James Bond looking gadget that clips on to the ear for a first-person perspective in your shots. The little thing can even stream videos, a must for when you want to demo your buttermilk pancakes recipe to your thousands of Twitter followers. Seriously though, the Looxcie Handsfree Video Camera from NEXX is a powerful camera and a great foray into the next generation of video. Follow us after the jump for some extra shots of the product as well as a short clip that was recorded with the Looxcie Handsfree Video Camera.

Richard Mille watches are technical, futuristic and sleek, with case designs inspired by cars and aviation. The new Richard Mille RM056 is certainly no exception: a highly accurate chronograph with tourbillon, the timepiece is housed in a case made entirely out of sapphire. Specifically, the three-piece case is formed from a solid sapphire block, which is cut, shaped and reassembled with room for movement. The result is a unique watch that features the lightest split-chrono tourbillon ever made. Limited to just five pieces, the RM056 doesn’t come cheap — each carries a hefty price tag of $1.65 million.

This is as close as you can get to the F1 racing circuits without buying an actual Ferrari. Officially unveiled at this week’s CES in Las Vegas is the Ferrari x Logic3 Scuderia Ferrari Collection, a full range of audio accessories designed for audiophiles, hard-core gamers, and Ferrari enthusiasts. With the Ferrari F1 racing heritage as the source of inspiration, audio engineers at Logic3 mimicked the instant recognizable silhouette, technical elements, even the familiar Scuderia Ferrari emblem. All the while, designers from Ferrari added their inputs to ensure the end products live up to the Ferrari name. Consists of Speaker Docks, Over-Ear Headphones, On-Ear Headphones, and Earphones, the collection is set for release sometime later this year. via: The Verge