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Smartphone operated keys seem to be a new trend nowadays, as more and more people are drawn to the mirage of a technological, carefree lifestyle. The Noke Padlock envisioned by FŪZ Designs is said to be the first shareable Bluetooth-controlled padlock and addresses the frustration of constantly forgetting your keys. According to the developers, keys are easy to lose, they can be stolen, they are a pain to share, and if you share them, you must get them back.  Built on the concept “no key, no problem”, Noke  allows easy access to all the important things in your life for you and your friends. It can be used to lock the bike, storage door or any type of locker.

Here is more from the official project description: “We designed Noke to be the simplest electronic device you own. Once you’ve downloaded our iOS or Android app, Noke automatically finds and pairs to your Bluetooth 4.0 enabled smartphone. To unlock it, simply press the shackle. Noke wakes up and searches for your phone or a shared phone. If the phone is within 10 feet, Noke will instantly unlock so you can be on your way. “. And if you’re ever without your phone, simply key in a special access code through a series of long and short taps on the shank and the device will instantly unlock.

Have a look at the video below to find out more information and feel free to share your thoughts regarding this new type of padlock !

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I love the deep window recesses which mean wide ledges for perching. I love the holes above the radiator. I love the pull down screen/blind for lazy Sunday afternoon movie watching but most of all I love that this is a cool family home, full shelves and chalk wall scrawl and all. By Bratislava, Slovakia based architect JRKVC.

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- Vintage inspired optical frame handcrafted from titanium and acetate and featuring filigreed engraved temples and bridge and genuine pins on the frame front. Inspired by 1930’s American eyewear and reminiscent of the original OP–505.

Ante la competencia internacional, grandes de la electrónica japoneses están dejando de centrarse en la fabricación de televisiones y empezando a experimentar con agricultura aeropónica. Fujitsu tiene una planta en Aizu-Wakamatsu donde produce 3,500 lechugas al día. Para el año 2016 quieren conseguir producir 8000 lechugas al día en el mismo espacio, lo cual les daría unas ventas de unos 4 millones de dólares al año.

Las lechugas de Fujitsu son algo caras, se encuentran por unos 400 yenes la unidad (Unos tres euros)

Otra empresa llamada GE Japan Corp tiene una planta de producción en Miyagi que dicen que es la que más lechugas al día produce al día del mundo, ¡más de 10.000! Para conseguirlo utilizan luces LED (De Kajima Corp) diseñadas para que las lechugas crezcan más rápido que con la luz del Sol.

Iluminación LED cuyos colores cambian según la fase de crecimiento de las lechugas

Toshiba también acaba de anunciar que está reformando una fábrica de diskettes cerca de Tokio que llevaba 20 años cerrada para producir verduras. Panasonic también está entrando en el mercado de la agricultura pero en vez de montar plantas de producción de lechugas o verduras lo que están haciendo es vender invernaderos equipados con placas solares, baterías y ordenadores que optimizan las condiciones en el interior para verduras. Por último, parece que Sharp se está especializando en la producción de fresas en interiores, usando también iluminación con LEDs y sistemas de purificación de aire.

Fuente WSJ y Asahi.

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Illustrator Ido Yehimovitz from Tel Aviv, Israel created this collection of vehicles from movies and TV shows that he used to like in his childhood to present day. He will keep adding more cars but the set that he put together already is quite nice. For more of his works, click here.

All images © Ido Yehimovitz

It’s really taking me by surprise that Christmas is next week. Next week! I know we’ve been talking about the food and the gifts and the parties for weeks now, but somehow it still found a way to sneak right up on me. I’m so excited that today Andrea, Samantha and Jade and Matthew are here with a couple of perfect holiday recipes for you! We’re talking the perfect boozy Christmas egg nog and linzer cookies. (Side note – I am obsessed with linzer cookies!) If you’re hosting friends this weekend, this combination is the perfect pairing for a casual Christmas gathering or it makes the sweetest little treat on Christmas Eve. Have you ever had real egg nog before? If not, give this recipe a try. It’s a winner!

by Matthew McCully

• 6 eggs separated
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup spiced rum (or bourbon if you prefer)
• 1/2 cup brandy
• Freshly grated nutmeg to taste

Whisk egg yolks until light yellow and creamy. Add sugar, salt, vanilla and mix to combine. Add alcohol and milk. This mixture can be made up to 5 hours ahead, covered, and refrigerated. When its time to enjoy whip both heavy cream and egg whites separately until soft peaks form in each. Fold in egg whites and heavy cream to pre-made alcohol mixture. Less whipped cream and more milk can be used to make the mixture thinner. Sprinkle top with a little fresh grated nutmeg, cinnamon…or both!

by Samantha Sanford

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/3 cups slivered almonds
• 1 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temp
• 1 egg
• 2 tsp dark rum
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup seedless jam (Raspberry is great!)
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Pulse flour, almonds, cinnamon, and salt in a food processor until almonds are finely ground (no larger than poppy seeds). Using an electric mixer at medium speed, beat sugar and butter in a large bowl until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg; beat until well blended, about 1 minute. Beat in rum and vanilla. Reduce speed to low; add dry ingredients. Beat dough just to blend; gently knead if necessary to form a ball. Divide dough in half. Place each half between sheets of parchment or waxed paper. Working with 1 piece at a time, flatten dough into a disk; roll dough, occasionally lifting paper on both sides for easier rolling, until 1/8 inches thick. Chill dough in paper until very firm, at least 2 hours. Dough can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; keep chilled.

Arrange a rack in middle of oven and preheat to 375°. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Working with one dough disk at a time, remove top sheet of paper and, using 2-inch star cookie cutter, cut out cookies. Transfer to baking sheets, placing 1/2 inch apart; chill. Repeat with remaining dough. Gather scraps; repeat rolling, chilling, and cutting until dough is used. Using 1/2-inch star cookie cutter, cut out a star from the center of half the cookies. Working in batches, bake cookies until light golden brown, dry, and just firm to the touch, 11-13 minutes. (Cookies will firm up as they cool.) Transfer to a wire rack; let cool.

Bring jam and 1 teaspoon water to a boil in a small saucepan; let cool slightly. Arrange whole cookies flat side up. Spoon 1 teaspoon cooled jam in the center of each, dabbing slightly to spread. Arrange cookies with cutouts flat side down on a wire rack; dust with powdered sugar. Set atop whole cookies, lining up star points and allowing jam to push up slightly through center.

Note: Cookies can be baked 2 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

[Styling by Andrea Harper of Gray Harper Event Maker | Photos by Jade + Matthew Take Pictures.]

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