All you audiophiles who happen to be in Japan are going to be performing cartwheels and the others are going to look on in envy as Sennheiser has announced wireless earbuds for the Japanese market. They really do mean wireless; they are no strings binding the earbuds at all. The buds come with a 2.4GHz wireless receiver built into each. One thing about wireless devices that I don't like is the inadequate battery life. However, Sennheiser claims that you get 10 hours of quality music with just one charge. We know that since it is Sennheiser, sound quality will be top notch. I love the fact that is no loop of plastic between the earbuds. The looks are lovely with copper tones. The price of these Sennheiser wireless earbuds is $630; a bit on the steeper side that's for sure.

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As we step into the last month of this year, it's time to retrospect and pick out the few designs that left a lasting impression on Designlaunches, in the month of November. The pick ranges from everyday things to concepts that we wish were true.

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Lunar Baby Thermometer

Fold&Hold Bike is the best seat for your butt

Exotic mobile phone design

Nokia concept takes the shimmy route

Quick! Drown in the Step Bed

Drag your finger to turn off the lights

Carlsson has been putting a lot of time and effort into serious Mercedes-Benz CL. This car is really going to be something. I mean, it has 700 horsepower and 811 lb-ft of torque out of the coupe's V12. So, you get the idea of what it can do. The other features include a trick intercooler, reworked ECU and an exhaust system. All this together gets the car from 0 to 60 in under 3.9 seconds. Etienne Aigner has designed the interior in leather with shades of red and maroon. The car indeed looks ultra stylish and the massive wheels give it a slightly bold look. If you are into cars, you will definitely want to check this baby out.

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Fireplaces are so gorgeous; to me, winter or a romantic evening doesn't seem complete without them. Be it opening Christmas presents or enjoying Valentine's Day, a fireplace just adds to the atmosphere. But, we know cleaning one and setting up a fire can give headaches. So if you want to avoid the hassle, but not the fireplace then Faber has the most ideal electric Fireplace SP6. The minimalist design is very desirable and it looks positively elegant. Also, the electric flames are eco friendly and your conscience can be at peace, as you aren't killing any trees! All you have to do is plug the unit into a standard wall outlet and you will create a beautiful effect for your room. Faber's electric fireplace SP6 costs $1,600.

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BMW group never ceases to amaze us with their amazing new products that take technology to a completely different level. Take for instance their latest product design, which plans to transform your car key into a must have modern gizmo. The BMW research and technology group have developed this amazing gizmo, which uses a security chip (which communicates with a card reader via radio) that is inserted into an electronic key device, thus granting you access not only to your vehicle, but also to make cashless payments, functioning as a personalized credit card.

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Whether there is party at home or outdoors you can always rely on this portable ice maker which makes bartending spontaneous. It can create 12 unique curve-shaped cubes in 10 minutes, and 15 kg of ice in 24 hours. This Icebaby is equipped with a LCD screen that makes it very simple to use. Priced at $250, the ice machine can make three differently sized cubes and stores up to 150 of the smallest caliber.

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With everyone just recovering from the celebrations of thanksgiving, there is one man who doesn't seem to stop. Yes, its true guys, our one and only President-Elect Mr. Barack Obama wants to thank his wife in the most special way. Obama plans to gift his wife a £20,000($30,705) Harmony ring as a token of appreciation for her constant support especially during the election period. The stunning thank you ring is made by top Italian designer Giovanni Bosco, who is based at Valenza Po near Alessandria and who counts a select list of VIPS' and celebrities as his clients.

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At a time when the whole world seems to be bearing the brunt of the economic meltdown there are those who are still living life the luxurious way. And that seems like a good enough excuse for Japan's Hario Company to produce lavish products that satisfy the needs of such high-end customers. Their latest product is nothing short of elegance and class and is sure to be a winner with the creamy layer of society. The all-new transparent Speaker Set by Hario boasts of a subwoofer, two mid-range drivers and a pair of acrylic tweeters, all encased in a heat-resistant glass. This beautiful and delicate creation has given a whole new dimension to your ordinary Speakers and guarantees a never before experience to the listener. Brace yourself as this time all eyes will be set on the speakers instead of the dance floor. So if you are ready to make a bold statement, this ultra glam speaker set is just for you.

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Another new helmet? Well this one is a gold painted. This Gudman helmet could also be the good expensive gifts for all your friends who are bike enthusiasts. Developed by LalabitMarket in Cooperation with Sotsu – Sunrise, using the Gundam Design, this helmet is due to release at the end of March 2009. All motorbike fans be prepared to pay a handsome sum of $2500 for the gold helmet.

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Diamonds are everywhere, if you can afford them that is. We've seen and heard of many diamond studded clothes recently. So, it's no surprise when we see a $10,000 diamond hoodie sported by singer Colby O'Donis at the American Music Awards. Konquest Clothing is the maker of the hoodie which is studded with over 4,000 Swarovski crystals and has a three-carat diamond zipper pull. According to Konquest, this jacket will bring attention to this new line and it will help raise funds building schools in Uganda. They say that 30% of the profit will be handed to charity. Many of the LA stores will have this hoodie on display along with the rest of the line. So if you have the resources, do you bit for society and buy something from this clothing line!

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I'm really digging the variations of v-POD Tower beer dispensers that MicroMatic has to offer. The versions available are brass and steel Double Column style Tower beer dispensers with 6 and 4 faucets. Some of the noteworthy features are built-in 10" LCD screen, remotely mounted DiGi viewer and integrated stereo speakers. The prices for the steel and brass versions are $3,050 and $3,260 respectively. That was for 4 faucets. The 6 faucets version is priced at $3,380 for brass and $3,050 for stainless. The key features are the same. This is just the thing you need for a guys' night while watching some SuperBowl.

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Cineversum brings us the BlackWing One 1080p digital video projector which is extremely hot. It has three 0.6-inch LCoS panels and comes pre-calibrated for optimal performance. Already sounds fabulous, but there is more. The other features include a 15,000:1 contrast ratio, 1,400 ANSI lumens, and two HDMI 1.3 sockets and an RS-232 control port. Something that attracts attention to this project is the "futuristic deep metallic-black ABS plastic chassis" designed by France's own Antoine Béon. That's something that looks really good. America will be treated to Cineversum's Blackwing One 1080p digital projector in mid December and it is priced at $6,500. If you don't mind spending a few extra bucks, you can have it in a shade of your choice.

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If time pieces are your thing, then this article should be right up your alley. A vintage Rollex collection that is said to be one of the oldest and rarest collections in the world is put up for auction. You will have to wait till March 2009 when Milan will be host to this extremely celebrated Rollex collection. The showstopper of this auction is a beautiful pink gold "Stelline" Oyster Perpetual Chronometer watch that estimated to fetch $320,000. If you are a Rolex enthusiast, be sure to be there.

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You might not have the Midas' Touch, but that shouldn't stop you from 'blinging up' your furniture. Take for instance this pure gold made chair. You cannot get shinier than this. The gold used here is 24 carat and the chair is fully gold coated to give it that extra special look. You'd better have your sunglasses ready or it will cause your eyes some problems. If you have the money, there is no better way to invest it than in gold this Christmas. The Gold Chair is available for $3,000.

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After Armani, Prada, Hugo Boss has also decided to get their branded handset. Following these fashion houses path, Hugo Boss will collaborate with Samsung to release their own branded handset. Besides having the usual icons, wallpapers and ringtones that echo Hugo Boss style, the F480 handset features a 5MP camera, a 2.8 inch touchscreen display, 3G and HSDPA connectivity and Redesigned TouchWiz interface. Hugo Boss, the new entrant in the branded phone industry has decided to retail the phone for $620.

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