Hot Stuff
by CAE, Jan 01, 2008
All By YourselfKonig keeps it stylish with Alone, a black mesh wheel with a Prismatic stainless steel lip. The wheel is very limited so get yours in 20x8.5 or 20x10 before it's too late. www.konigwheels.com800.501.5567
The MothershipTake control of your music with Rotel Electronics' RSX-1058. The 7.1 surround sound receiver ($1,999) boasts five output channels at 75 watts each,, four HDMI connections and allows you to play music simultaneously in four rooms. Other features include video upscaling and optimization. Add optional controllers for control from anywhere in the house.www.rotel.com978.664.3820
Book Publishing 101No luck getting your car featured in magazines? Now you can take matters into your own hands with Blurb (prices start at $12.95). Use Blurb's software to lay out images, captions and more, so you can show everyone your car in a two-page spread.www.blurb.com
Rule the RoadMagellan provides convenience with the Maestro 4250 and Triton 2000. The voice-controlled Maestro 4250 offers traffic updates with details about accidents and 4.5 million points of interests. The Triton 2000 handheld boasts a 2MP camera, SD slot and built-in flashlight.www.magellangps.com800.707.9971
Sound OffPersonalized ringtones are nice, but Horntones has taken custom sounds to a new level. The Horntones FX-550 system ($250) allows drivers to give their rides a unique sound the whole road can hear. The three-piec e system can store 256 MB of MP3s, and its nine buttons make it easy to use. www.horntones.com949.429.7900
Take It With YouAny GPS unit could provide in-car information, but the Lowrance XOG Cross-Navigation GPS unit ($299) also offers field and on-water mapping for outdoor enthusiasts. The weatherproof unit is preloaded with maps and comes equipped with an SD slot, integrated MP3 player and picture viewer.www.lowrance.com800.324.1356
Update Your Home MoviesStuck with a bunch of VHS tapes but no VCR? Honestech has got you covered with VHS to DVD 3.0 Deluxe ($79.99). Transfer tapes to DVD by following step-by-step directions, edit unwanted material and create menus with this user-friendly software.www.honestech.com512.514.6224
Just WiredWe know a few guys who would love to unwrap a spool of Stinger's HPM Premium Power Wire Line. It has an advanced PVC jacket and tighter rope lay for maximum current transfer to sophisticated, high-amperage systems. www.stinger.com
For Your Eyes OnlyMyvu's video eyewear is known for its comfortable and lightweight design, but the Universal Edition ($199.95) is noted for its incredible range of support for mobile phones, portable DVD players and other media players. Now you could watch video files from almost any device that carries them without having others watch it too. Note: due to Apple's decision to use an authentication chip for the TV out on their new iPods, you'll have to use Myvu's Solo Plus model to view video.www.myvu.com781.326.8111
