The Rhythmo BeatBox ($TBA) is a DIY project that was meant to be a cost-effective first step in making music. It uses a cardboard box as a platform and leaves it up to the future performer to assemble it (no soldering required). It can be built in under one hour and uses an array of arcade buttons, knobs, and a joystick for control. A companion app handles much of the sound processing, and it also can serve as a standard MIDI controller. Creations can be enjoyed via the built-in speakers, through headphones, or through external speakers attached to the headphone jack.

Welcome to the new Playlists on The Collective Loop. The Collective Series 008! Summer is almost coming to an end and fall is right around the corner. So get those candles out and let the fall in with some new music.  New music by Matoma, Tycho and more...

If you want to check out any of the other older Playlists then click on TCL Playlists in the menu.


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TCL Collective Series 008 from The Collective Loop on 8tracks Radio.

Electric scooters are booming in big cities and piling up on sidewalks and causing a slew of accidents. Now here is Yamaha's Tritown scooter, which gives an innovative take on the electric scooter that aims to fix the usual electric scooter's flaws. Designed as a last-mile mobility solution and using Yamaha's Leaning Multi-Wheel mechanism, the Tritown has dual front wheels and is controlled by the rider's balance. The Tritown stands upright at a stop, and never requires the rider to step off the scooter until they've reached their destination. It has a  380 Wh battery powers a 500-watt motor mounted in the rear.  I'ts top speed is about 15 MPH. The Tritown weighs in at 88 pounds and is just over three feet long, making it light and compact while having a substantial structure and lighting. The project looks to be ready for production, and the rumor is that it will be available for purchase within the year.

Samsung's Galaxy Note has always been known for its boundary-pushing screen and pen-based interaction. The new Note 10 ($950+) offers both, in a smaller size. 6.3-inches is the size of the Dynamic AMOLED display in the standard model, while the newly-named 10+ has a 6.8-inch screen more in line with past models. Both offer edge-to-edge coverage, a re-designed, uni-body S Pen, expanded DeX capabilities, and improved cameras, including a 3D-scanning DepthVision camera in the 10+. A vapor chamber cooling system helps boost gaming performance, and 5G-capable versions provide access to the fastest possible cellular data speeds. If you're looking to get one, they're taking pre-orders now!

It has been a while since a new Samsung Galaxy Active watch has been announced.  Now we have a brand new Active 2 Samsung Galaxy Watch ($279).  It has a handsome case in either aluminum or stainless steel, measuring 44 mm or 40 mm. The digital bezel rotates for navigation within the watch's One UI, displayed on the round Super AMOLED screen. It tracks more than 39 workouts, with seven automatically activated, has an updated Running Coach, tracks your stress levels in real-time, and, through integration with Calm, provides access to guided meditation programs and sleep analysis.  You also get a free portable wireless charge and pre-orders start on 09/06/19.

The games haven't changed in a long while, and now the cabinets you remember as a kid are back as well and ready to power up at your home. Arcade1Up ($250+) brings 1980's and 90's nostalgia back with a full roster of games that includes Mortal Kombat, Golden Tee, Marvel Superheroes, and more... The cabinets are around 4 feet tall and they do have the option to add a riser so you can play standing up. They have 17-inch LCD monitors, so the games of the past look better than ever, with high-quality artwork that is faithful to the originals. Cabinets range from 2 games to 12 with a coin-less operation and arcade controls just like you remember.

Architect Marco Zanuso created this minimalist design in 1965, taking its name and shape from the Italian word for skyscraper: "Grattacielo". This minimalist Grattacielo Radio Speaker ($199) design catches the eye and the curiosity of the design. This updated version revives the timeless look and adds Bluetooth connectivity to turn it into a portable speaker that connects easily with your devices. It can be positioned vertically or horizontally depending on your surroundings and has an LCD screen and a USB port to charge external devices. Available in black or white, the radio also includes a wake-up alarm with snooze feature, auxiliary audio input, and stereo headphone output, as well as the ability to listen to FM radio.

How can you not smile when you see a bunch of realistic little birds with party hats made out of flowers and leaves on their heads? Vicki Sawyer's playfully illustrated bird party cards, placemats, place cards and even a coloring book with Nashville based company, Hester & Cook. In addition to birds, you'll find lots of other creatures from dogs to sheep to pigs and more with, of course fun hats and accessories. Check out more of her products on Hester & Cook.

This is nothing but interesting in this series of creative and surreal images show animals doing twisted yoga poses. Creative artworks of wild animals was done by Paris based artist Bruno Pontirol.  Check out more of his work on his Instagram.

This is a beautiful carbon fiber bicycle, which was painted with completely black paint becomes why not? It's almost invisible at night. The Urban Stealth single-speed bicycle is inspired by the F-117 Nighthawk aircraft. The B-9 NH Urban Stealth concept bicycle was designed and made by BME. It features a carbon fiber frame and fork, one piece carbon stem-handlebar, BME Design's unique carbon S72 Saddle system, and CNC machined alloy cranks custom designed for the B-9 NH.

These wooden floating shelf features hidden integrated magnets that hold metal keys. The magnetic key holder shelf ($50) was designed by Meisch Made and can hold seven keys. Mounts easily with invisible keyhole hardware; two screws is all you need. Made with American Black Walnut and powerful rare-earth magnets that hold plenty more weight than just keys.

This concept mouse is something I would have in my home computer setup. It was inspired by the iconic design of the Eames Lounge Chair, Shane Chen's lounge mouse elevates the humble input device. True to the original, the base is formed from bent plywood with a cutout on the bottom for a black plastic plate housing the battery, optical sensor, and power switch. The top surface is appropriately covered with black leather, save for the scroll wheel, providing a luxurious feel fitting for its inspiration. While it remains a concept, there isn't yet any plans for a real-world example but I'm hoping it does!

This home is inspired by both the water and the forest, the Turlersee Lake House is a modern tribute to its surroundings. The home is defined by its dramatic curved profile created by a wall that gradually transforms into a roof. The seamless transition gives the illusions that the home is organically emerging from the water's surface, almost like a wave, its concrete facade gives the exterior a sculpted appearance. Subtle nods to the landscape continue on the interior with timber-clad walls. An arc of floor-to-ceiling windows and a glazed roof flood the interior with natural light while immersing the living spaces in views of the forest and lake.









Photos by: WAFAI Architects