Categories / Art and Photography, Gadgets and Tech

Lady Gaga re-invents the Polaroid camera with the Polaroid GL30

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Some of you might know that Lady Gaga is the Creative Director at Polaroid and as such, is in charge of producing products that will grab the world's attention. At the current CES gadget circus, she's just turned up to show off a printer, some bizarre camera glasses and this – the Polaroid GL30.

All the products are under the Grey Label (by Haus of Gaga) banner, but we're not sure when these are going into production, although 'later this year' has been floated as an approximate date for the GL30. It's a modern-day interpretation of the Polaroid camera, keeping a retro look (in this case looking like something out of a 60s sci-fi movie) and still printing out images on-demand, this time with the latest Zink printing system. Only this time, there's a flip-out screen and options to customise your images (filters, borders etc) before you print them out.

See another shot of the camera over the page. It's a head-turner no doubt, even if it's a lot bulkier than the camera on your mobile phone. As soon as we hear news on price and availability, you'll be the first to know. See the Polaroid site for the promo film of the launch too.

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New 80s-inspired Commodore 64 PC gets detailed – called C64x

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We first saw this back in August, with the reissued Commodore 64 mixing authentic 80s-style looks with a modern specification. Well, it's now got a new name, the C64x, as well as some official photos and a confirmed set of features, including the option to revert to an '80s machine.

According to Wired, the new version has a dual-core Atom processor, 2GB memory, NVIDIA Ion2 graphics and a Blu-ray drive. There's also lots of USB and memory card slots, along with HDMI, VGA and DVI-D ports. But there's also some added authenticity.

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Over 10 years on, Lekki reissues the Nokia 3210 mobile phone

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It sold 160 million units when it first launched back in 1999 and over 10 years on, the Nokia 3210 has been reissued for those who want a 'back to basics' mobile phone in their pocket.

From the people who recently brought back the Motorola StarTAC, this is a recycled 'vintage' phone that's undergone a modern makeover. Indeed, it follows the same principles as that first phone, with a choice of bright colours (or simply a black finish) for that recycled phone, new premium packaging, a charger and new battery.

If you've forgotten the original, there's a rather basic set of features, including mono ringtones, vibration function, the option to call and text, an alarm, calculator plus smack, rotation and memory for the games. In a strange kind of way, this Nokia 3210 will probably get you more attention than a new iPhone 4 – and for a price of 75 Euros online.

Find out more at the Lekki website

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Categories / Gadgets and Tech, Homeware, Music

Crosley clock radio available from Urban Outfitters

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More retro-style electronics from Crosley, this time a clock radio alarm clock. Available from Urban Outfitters, this is fashioned to look like a vintage design.

Cased in red plastic, it does what it says on the box. There's a classic clock face, a large AM/FM radio dial and that all important alarm. If only getting up in the morning was so simple. 

The clock costs £55.

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eBay watch: 1970s JVC Videosphere TV in orange

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We see a few of these around, but the 1970s JVC Videosphere TV in orange is certainly the more rare colour compared to the more typical white.

It's an iconic design and even though the TV itself doesn't really cut it in 2010, that space helmet look will remain an icon of the era for many years to come. This example is described as being in 'excellent condition' with 'nothing' missing, even down to the original antenna. It works too – see it working on the listing page if you are in doubt. The seller is even offering advice to get it working with modern-day kit, should you need help.

Price? It's on a 'buy it now' for £160, although the seller will also take an offer.

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Sennheiser HD 220 headphones by Adidas Originals

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If you remember the original Adidas x Sennheiser headphones, you might remember the great retro looks and classic Adidas branding, but also the £200 price tag – not exactly in reach of everyone. Well thankfully, there is now a cut-price alternative – the Sennheiser HD 220 headphones by Adidas Originals.

Like the original incarnation, it's a mix of audio know-how and old school Adidas branding, with strong neodymium magnets for powerful, bass-driven stereo sound, a closed supra-aural design that blocks outside noise and individually adjustable ear cups for a secure and comfortable fit.

Oh yes – there's also that rather cool Adidas pouch. All of that for £50. See another shot of the actual headphones over the page.

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