New Mac Book Pro

Well the guys at apple must have been rather busy of late, with the new 3G iphone, ipod touch, nano and now redesigned Mac books. If you want a tour of the new design, along with some rather over the top interviews with apple big wigs (the senior vice president of design Jony Ive looks like he might cry at the beauty of the whole thing) check out the online video.

I'm slightly undecided on it's visual appeal, the crisp screen and upgraded graphics performance seems the main pull but I think I prefer the all silver appearance of the previous Mac Book Pro. Then again I might just be saying that because I only bought mine 6 months ago and am a bit miffed that they've brought out the new one at around the same price point.... I'm so fickle.  

Design Your Own Trainers

This is so much fun! Check out the trainer templates on PIG Mag, download the PSD file and (as long as you have photoshop) start playing around with your own designs. The sections are all set up in separate layers so it's super easy. You can import imagery too for a truly personalised look, can see many an hour slipping by already, really should go to bed! Above are two of my quick designs with anatomy and poker-esque graphics. 

Chocosho

Recently found this nice little website of oddities Chocosho. It's a collection of fashion and lifestyle bits from emerging (mainly American) product & fashion designers. I especially like the 'tape' dispenser above, not sure I can justify the $25 shipping charges on it though!