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Lightweight, stylish Brillant Labs Frame AI-assisted glasses lets you engage more with the world

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The idea of putting a wearable on the eyes that takes immersive interaction up close and personal is a mantra every tech company wants to recite. After the bigger ones like Google and Apple doing their bits in VR and AR glasses, a startup, Brillant Labs has developed a pair of AI glasses called the Frame that promises to put the power of generative AI in front of a person’s eye. This, as the company says, will introduce a paradigm shift in an individual’s daily living.

The Brillant Labs Frame is designed as the first-ever glasses with an integrated multimodal AI assistant. This assistant is built in-house and can learn with the usage to carry out tasks for you. On that point, some of us would remember the Rabbit R1, but the little rabbit is a handheld and the Frame is a circular pair of spectacles that resembles – in design – the ones made extraordinary by the likes of Mahatma Gandhi and Steve Jobs.

Designer: Brillant Labs

With a primary focus on AI capabilities, the Frame is backed by AR John Hanke, CEO Niantic, company behind the popular Pokémon Go. The dual combination of technology is accompanied by a small display. The 640 x 400p micro-OLED display can show graphics and text overlayed on a real-world environment. In the middle of the Frame is a camera and the battery powering it is stationed at the back.

The Frame weighs only 40g and to ensure it is a new leap in wearable technology, it comes with the always-on AI assistant called Noa. The assistant taps into generative AI models like GPT-2, Whisper AI, and Stability AI, to generate text and graphics from the images captured by the camera, in response to the user query. The multimodal generative AI assistant therefore performs real-world visual processing and real-time speech recognition and translation to permit a user to engage more with the world around.

Courtesy Noa, the Frame will bring new experiences to everyday life, in workplaces, or even in classrooms. This is as the glasses can respond to what you ask by voice or text, and also to what you are seeing through them. So, you can, in real-time have the Frame tell you the price of jeans you are looking at in the store (by checking up online) and take notes of the content you are reading from your textbook.

Brilliant Labs has left the Frame as an open-source project with files for hardware and software available through GitHub. Additionally, it comes with support for prescription lenses for an additional price of $99. The lightweight, stylish, and visually distinguishing Brillant Labs Frame itself costs $349 and is now available for pre-order. Shipping is likely to start from April 15, 2024.

 

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Sunglasses with real glass lenses deliver unparalleled clarity and protection

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It might sound like an oxymoron, but your run-of-the-mill sunglasses don’t actually use glass. To comply with certain legal regulations, “shades,” as we sometimes call them, have to use plastic or resin materials that are more resilient but have poorer optical quality. That’s true even for those expensive sunglasses, which will probably make you feel a bit cheated, especially when you notice how unclear your vision behind these plastics really is. Thankfully, the optics industry has reached a point where we can have the best of both worlds of durability and optical clarity, creating the industry’s first modern sunglasses made from actual glass, designed to deliver clarity, comfort, and protection to your eyes with an accessible price point.

Designer: Ilija Melentijevic, PhD (founder of Kolari Vision)

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These ‘plastic’ and ‘resin’ lenses come with a lot of responsibilities, given the fact that they’re tasked with protecting your eyesight. When you wear tinted sunglasses outdoors, your pupils dilate to let more light in – which effectively also exposes your eyes to more harmful rays… and while most lenses will block out UV rays, current sunglasses (even the expensive ones) aren’t designed to block infrared light from hitting your retina. It’s ironic that you can find IR-blocking lenses for your expensive cameras… but not for the most priceless camera we have: our eyes.

Enter Kolari Shades, a pair of sunglasses that is shaking up the market by bringing the highest-quality materials to a product you can actually afford. Harnessing more than a decade of experience in the photography space, Kolari brings a new kind of lens that is actually made of glass, providing the optical clarity that your eyes need all the time, whether you’re wearing sunglasses or not. But it’s not just plain glass, either, but the same ultra-strong Corning Gorilla Glass that has been protecting smartphone displays for years. And with 51 layers of anti-reflective and anti-smudge coating, your new premium specs are protected against scratches, dirt, dust, and more. Plus, it’s easy to clean the smudges off, too!

Kolari Shades are truly color-neutral and protect your eyes from all damaging wavelengths of light.

But while Kolari Shades’ glass lenses provide extra-clear vision, it doesn’t forget the protection that sunglasses are expected to bring. In fact, it levels up this aspect by blocking not only high-energy UV light but also low-energy infrared, both of which can be harmful to your sensitive eyes. It can even protect your privacy by blocking security cameras that use IR for face recognition. And it brings this superior protection without turning your world into a dreary shade of gray or brown. By using color-neutral coatings, you can stop worrying about those harmful and blinding rays and continue enjoying the world in full color.

Preserve your anonymity — Kolari Shades block infrared-based facial recognition systems.

Corning Gorilla Glass and titanium frames make the Kolari Shades extra tough.

The best part about the Kolari Shades is their affordable price tag, even though Kolari Shades are more costly to manufacture because of the premium materials used in the frames and lenses. It’s significantly less than luxury sunglasses that use plastic lenses, offer poorer optical quality, and strain your eyes in the long run. Why settle for plastic products that harm rather than protect your eyes when you can enjoy the optical quality that real glass lenses have to offer? With the Kolari Shades, you can enjoy durability, clarity, and protection in stylish sunglasses that don’t change the colors of your world.

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AR/XR Glasses could get a lot slimmer thanks to this unique new hardware arrangement

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During the pandemic, we were stuck in our homes and we got used to watching video content through our smart TVs or mobile devices. Now that we can once again enjoy movies in cinemas, there has been a push and pull between the “regular” cinema experience and the comfort of watching these movies in the comfort of our homes through OTT platforms. There are still limitations with the latter but we’re seeing technology trying to catch up through various devices and gadgets that we can use at home.

Designer: Woojin Jang

Movi is a concept for an XR eyewear device that can make the movie watching more immersive even when you don’t have the benefit of a large screen. Compared to other existing VR glasses right now, this one is conceptualized to be a lighter version that you can also carry with you so you can enjoy movies on the plane or wherever you want.

It is lighter because it uses a lens called Lenslet Array which reduces the focal length and eye relief distance. The regular distance is one of the main reasons why most VR devices are heavier and bulkier this lens is a two-dimensional array of around 20,000 small lenses that have been arranged in parallel. It also uses transparent OLED so that our eyes look outward so the glasses can be designed like actual eyewear you would wear every day rather than the weird-looking bulky VR glasses we have now.

As a concept, Movi seems to be an interesting way to make watching videos on our TVs at home on our mobile devices. It would also probably rely on how movie makers and content creators can make films and videos that can adapt these kinds of technology, although that will bring about even more debate on how this may destroy the actual cinema-going experience.

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Samsung Glasses Mixed Reality Headset: What We Know So Far

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Although it was a bit late to the game, it was unsurprising that the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset blew people’s minds the moment Apple officially revealed its existence and features. It has definitely caused many players in the market to rethink their designs and strategies, including Samsung who was supposedly close to announcing its own XR or eXtended reality hardware. The initial expectations were along the lines of a full headset not unlike the (Facebook) Meta Quest 3 or Samsung’s own defunct HMD Odyssey, but it seems that Samsung was “inspired” by its biggest rival to go back to the drawing board. While still largely a mystery, some of the pieces are falling into place, laying the foundations for what will soon be called Samsung Glasses.

Designer: Samsung

What: The Design

There is still some debate on what specific area of the umbrella eXtended Reality (XR) space Samsung’s headset will be aiming for. Based on a recently leaked prototype, it would have leaned more on the virtual reality side of the equation, with outward-facing cameras to allow wearers to see a glimpse of the world outside. This is the conventional HMD or Head-Mounted Device design and something Samsung is already familiar with. But with rumors of Samsung reviewing the device in lieu of the Apple Vision Pro, you can expect some big changes in terms of design.

Image courtesy of Brad Lynch

A recent trademark filing in the UK reveals that Samsung is calling dibs on the “Samsung Glasses” name. The description, which covers VR, AR, MR, and XR, isn’t exactly telling, but it does suggest it will take on a form closer to smart glasses. Considering the necessary hardware involved, it won’t be something simple like Ray-Bans or Google Glasses, more like, well, the Apple Vision Pro or the Meta Quest Pro. While not completely comfortable or portable, this design at least opens the door to AR and mixed reality more than a typical VR headset.

Apple Vision Pro

Apple Vision Pro

How: The Specs

In addition to the usual processors and electronics needed to drive such a mixed reality headset, Samsung Glasses will succeed or fail depending on the optics it uses. The prototype mentioned above lists micro OLED displays, pancake lenses, and cameras for eye and hand tracking, all of which contribute to a more immersive experience when viewing and manipulating digital objects. Samsung was reportedly planning on using a 2022 processor to power this headset, but Apple’s challenge has it mulling over a more capable chip it could use instead.

Samsung Odyssey+

Samsung Odyssey+

One thing that Samsung might be doing differently from Apple is having the battery built into the headset, though mounted on the rear rather than the front. While this naturally adds to the weight of the device, its location attempts to at least balance the load on both sides. It also makes the Samsung Glasses a bit more portable since it doesn’t have to rely on an external battery connected via a cable.

Meta Quest Pro

Meta Quest Pro

When: The Date

With the Apple Vision Pro’s market launch nearing, Samsung really doesn’t have much time left to put out its own take on the eXtended Reality space. Insider sources claim that the date has been pushed back to mid-2024, in contrast to Apple’s launch sometime between January and April. That’s not to say that Samsung is taking it slow, as developers are allegedly told to finish their XR apps by November. There will be an internal launch next month, so we might get a few more unofficial sneak peeks of the device.

Samsung GearVR

Samsung GearVR

Of course, most of these are still conjectures based on a variety of unofficial sources, so there is still plenty of room to hope for a better device. Conversely, Samsung’s track record with the Gear VR and, later, the HMD Odyssey doesn’t inspire much confidence. The design of the headset is critical for comfort, but it will be the software that will determine whether such a piece of hardware will actually entice buyers in the long run.

Apple Vision Pro

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Ray-Ban Meta are a cool pair of AI-embedded smart glasses you’d want to wear often

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Meta in partnership with Ray-Ban has launched the second generation of their smart glasses today. A refreshing take on their 2021 Stories smart glasses, these are named more attractively as the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses. The company is refraining from calling them the successors to the first ones, since they were not fancied by the tech community in general.

That said, the new version also comes with built-in speakers and five microphones to attend calls or seamlessly use the voice assistant. Meta is positioning them as a daily wearable to click photos and videos from your eye’s point of view. Pretty interesting isn’t it?

Designer: Meta

They were released during the Connect event and the hardware alone has a significant bump up compared to the Stories smart glasses. There’s a 12MP wide-angle camera capable of recording videos at 1080p/60fps and 32GB on-board storage. The photos and videos are much crisper now, enough for you to stay in the social media limelight. If you want, the recorded videos can be live-streamed to Facebook or Instagram via a nearby paired device. However, in this option, the quality can deteriorate if your internet connectivity is slow.

According to Meta the new open-back speakers are 50 percent louder and leak less noise, so you can keep your conversations incognito. The bass has a thump and the vocals are much clearer which in combination with the spatial audio elevates the listening experience. The design has also got a bump up, as the glasses have thinner arms and the larger touchpad is very easy to use. Tap and swipe gestures for controlling the volume levels and recording videos, make these smart glasses intuitive.

Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses with 36 hours of battery life in the accompanying case look better than most of the other major competitors in the market. They no longer feel like a concept rushed into the production stage and solve the intended purpose.

The glasses are up for pre-order in the US, Canada, Europe and Australia right away for a price tag starting at $299. You can opt for the polarized version costing $329 or the transition lenses for $379. The official sale for the smart glasses available in cool color options will commence on October 17.

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BMW ConnectedRide Smartglasses make bike riding safer with integrated HUD display

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Smart head-up display to beam vital information in the peripheral view makes complete sense for motorists, ever more so for two-wheeler riders who are more at risk. With Apple indicating the smart glasses niche to be the future of how we all interact with our applications, the $3,500 Vision Pro headset is still beyond the reach of the general masses.

BMW Motorrad looks to have taken a leaf out of the Cupertino giant’s handbook as they’ve announced a pair of smart glasses for bike riders. Christened the ConnectedRide Smartglasses, the accessory displays all the real-time information in the field of view, ensuring the rider doesn’t take his/her eyes off the road.

Pros:

  • Safer riding for motorcyclists
  • Projected HUD does not obstruct the view
  • Display elements can be adjusted
  • Look like normal sunglasses
  • Can be paired with prescription lenses
  • Operating temperature from 0° to 50° C

Cons:

  • High price tag
  • Battery life could be better

Designer: BMW Motorrad

The augmented reality glasses pair with any smartphone to project the current speed, engaged gear, speed limit and navigation details in the integrated display. Everything right from the positioning of visual data to the detail of navigation elements can be toggled by the rider either on the app or if you have a modern BMW bike, this can be done with the multi-controller on the handlebar. According to BMW, the glasses are designed to fit several helmets and face shapes, making them highly practical and stylish accessories to own.

These smart glasses in Anthracite color come with two separate sets of certified UVA/UVB lenses – tinted and 1x 85 percent transparent ones. Those on prescription glasses can order the RX adapter too. The users get to choose from medium and large frame size option for the glasses.

On a single charge, the goggles provide HUD for ten hours before needing another recharge. In real-world settings, you would need the smart glasses only in unfamiliar territory for navigation and other aids. Otherwise, the battery should be good to get you through a day’s driving. Everything set aside, having a battery in smart glasses that look like any normal goggles is a feat on its own.

All the tech that is stuffed into these cool pair of glasses is bound to carry a premium value. Thus, the price tag of €690 for the European market isn’t startling. According to BMW Motorrad, the smart glasses will arrive in the US in the latter half of 2023. So, are you still rooting for the Apple Vision Pro or willing to get started on your AR journey with the BMW Motorrad ConnectedRide Smartglasses?

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Essential glassware for your home bar

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Designer: LIITON

Staying in and mixing up cocktails on Friday nights can be lots of fun, and that’s why home bars form an integral aspect of design today. It is a spot where you keep your wines and spirits in order. Of course, it’s also a great place to store your glassware, cocktail tools, and a good recipe book. In a well-stocked bar, different styles of glassware are intended to optimize the drinking experience your guests are looking for. Here are some go-to pieces of cocktail barware that will help your guests and you enjoy a drink from the comfort of your home.

Designer: LIITON

Old Fashioned Glass

Double old fashioned glass

The Old-Fashioned glass, also known as rock glass or lowball glass, is the most common of all whisky glasses. Perfect for time-consuming drinks, it is a short tumbler with a wide rim and heavy base to hold them for hours. It allows the maker to muddle the ingredients in the glass, hence best suited for cocktails created within the glass. The classic Old-Fashioned glass is designed in a cut-glass style that the English adopted in the 18th and 19th centuries. It is designed to hold a large amount of ice and mixers, serving spirits like whiskey or neat with ice cubes and certain cocktails that are served on the rocks like old fashioned. Single old-fashioned glass has a capacity of 6 to 8 ounces, while Old-Fashioned double glass can hold 12 to 14 ounces.

Facts: Note that an old-fashioned cocktail is the first mixed drink that originated in the 1800s. It is made with whiskey, sugar, Angostura bitter, and cherry or orange peel for garnish.

Single old-fashioned glass

Designer: Artel

Collins and Highball glasses

A highball glass is tall and skinny and can hold 8 to 12 ounces, while a Collins glass is taller and can hold 10 to 14 ounces. These tall chimney glasses are suitable for serving sparkling cocktails that are usually prepared in the glass with a lot of ice, like gin-and-tonics, vodka-soda, bloody mary, and whiskey-and ginger. The Collins Glass is named after the family of Collins cocktails like Tom Collins and John Collins. These are essential every day glasses and a must-have for any home bar; they can serve soda, iced tea, juice, and non-alcoholic beverages. The Delmonico is a smaller version of the Collins glass with a flare on the top.

Highball glass

Designer: Modern Quests

Collins glass

Designer: NUDE

Coupe Glass

Designer: Tom Dixon

The coupe glass is a stemmed glass with a short, shallow glass and is also known as the champagne coupe or the champagne saucer. As the name suggests, it was initially designed for serving champagne, but now it is popularly for serving vintage-inspired cocktails and cocktails that are served with ice and then served chilled without ice. You can also float a large fruit on top of the drink.

The thick stem of the coupe glass enables the drinker to hold it comfortably, preventing the drinks from getting warm as one sips them. This glass is multifunctional and is perfect for serving pudding, sorbet, and ice cream. However, as these glasses are thin and delicate, they are likely to break.

Champagne Glass

Champagne Flute

Designer: Waterford Crystal

Raise a toast to a celebratory moment with the Champagne Flute! It is a tall and thin glass with a tapered rim, both about equal in length, and its straight sides create a sleek and streamlined look. The glass is designed to keep the champagne bubbles in the glass longer as it avoids quick loss of carbonation. In addition, its tall shape makes champagne’s fizzy bubbles look spectacular in a flute.

Champagne Tulip

Designer: Zalto

The Champagne Tulip is characterized by its wider flared body and tapered mouth. It does not trap bubbles, but some drinkers experience more full aromas in the tulip than the flute and enjoy a unique drinking experience.

Beer Glass

Beer has its own glassware set, and different beer styles are served in a specific glass. The three types of drinks include:

Pint glass

The Pint glass is a tall and tapered glass with straight sides. It holds 16 ounces and makes room for a full bottle of beer and its foamy head.

Designer: Restaurantware

Pilsner glass

Designer: Orrefors

The Pilsner glass took its name from the Czech city of Pilen and was originally designed for drinking Pilsner beer, but now they are also used for light lagers and blonde ales. The glassware typically holds 14 ounces and is characterized by a tapered design and a slight ballooning at the top. Its thin glass reveals the color and carbonation of beer, while its wider mouth allows one to enjoy the full aroma of the beer foam.

Beer mug

Designer: Nachtmann

In a beer mug, you can hold the mug without warming it with your hands, which is best suited for the average lager. It will hold between 10 to 14 ounces.

Shot glasses

Designer: JoyJolt

A shot glass was originally designed to hold or measure liquor and spirits, while the name shot pays homage to German chemist Friedrich Otto Schott who invented Borosilicate glass. These glasses come in many shapes, fun styles, and sizes. They are ideal for straight shots of liquor shooters that should be consumed in one gulp. Made from thick glass, the shot glasses have a reinforced base in thick glass so that the glass does not shatter when the drinker slams the glass on the table after downing the drink. Note that the shot glass size varies in each country and can range between 0.67 ounces to over 2 ounces.

Margarita glass

Designer: NUDE

The double bowl margarita glass has a distinctive shape and is a variant of the classic coupe glass. This glassware is primarily used to serve margaritas, while its wide rim makes it easy to add salt or sugar.

Vintage Wine Goblet

Designer: Lotus Arts de Vivre

Embrace opulence and sip your wine in style with over-the-top vintage wine goblets. These glasses have a regal touch and take inspiration from the old and antique. The glassware displays beautifully embossed or hand-carved designs and is crafted from glass with good weight. Perfect for serving ice wines, ports, Sherries, and even malts.

Wine Glass

White wine glass

Designer: Marks & Spencer

Red wine Glass

Designer: Zweisel Glas

There are two basic types of wine glasses. A white wine glass has a smaller bowl than a red wine glass, and the bowl of a white wine glass is less curved and has a narrower opening than a red wine glass. The larger bowled red wine glass can breathe more and come in contact with more air, which helps the wine’s bold taste to open up and display more aromas. White wine does not need so much space to breathe- the acute bow within the bowl and smaller glass rim help preserve white wine’s aromas.

Martini glass

Designer: Nachtmann

Named after and popularly used for the martini drink, the martini glass is characterized by its rim, conical shape, and long neck. The glassware adds sophisticated elegance and prevents the person from warming the drink with their hands; it tends to fill 3 to 6 ounces and is served without ice. The martini glasses are the ultimate way to serve a Manhattan, cosmopolitan, or iconic martini cocktail. These glasses can also be used as margarita glasses.

So now, it’s time to say cheers and ring in the good times with your favorite cocktail, juice, or adult beverage. Do not forget to create a well-designed space and transform your home bar into a unique entertainment spot.

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Razersuperfuture photochromic sunglasses is for fashion-conscious gamers

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Razer is always open to new collaborations and experimental gear for gamers, marking the American-Singaporean company high up on the radar of tech and gaming community. While their last venture into fashion wearable accessories in the form of Razer Ansu Smart Glasses didn’t fair as well as they hoped, they aren’t giving up yet.

The gaming accessories maker has got in collaboration with Italian eyewear brand Retrosuperfuture to design a pair of fashion eyewear for Gen-Z gamers who like to show off their personality. Perhaps, a perfect confluence of gaming and fashion culture that isn’t going to fade away anytime soon.

Designer: Razer and Retrosuperfuture

According to Addie Tan, Associate Director of Business Development at Razer, they’ve collaborated with renowned fashion and lifestyle brands in the past and launched their own lines of apparel too. He said that the first-ever eyewear equips gamers right from their gaming sessions to their everyday activities in the “quest to outfit every aspect of the gamers’ world.”

The glasses by the two big brands are curated by D-CAVE, a renowned community trending for its reference lifestyle space for Web 3.0 users. Thus, reaffirming the fusion of the gaming world in “contemporary fashion, further positioning it at the center of contemporary pop culture.”

Unlike the Ansu Smart glasses, there’s no fancy tech fitted inside the eyewear, and it’s a mere fashion accessory to go with your other Razer gaming setup and merchandise. Christened Razersuperfuture, these sunglasses are fitted with photochromatic lenses, making them ideal for indoor gaming frenzy as well as outdoor use. They also feature blue light protection to keep your eyes from harm’s way while gaming in a dark setup with the screen brightness turned to the maximum.

The lack of any geeky features in this fashion eyewear by Razer is made up by the visual design. They have a mask-like silhouette drawing inspiration from the sportswear styling and the hip urban streetwear vibe. Those chunky acetate rims and uniquely serialized temples are complemented by the tagline,” For Gamers. By Gamers,” inscribed on the lenses in the iconic green branding.

Razersuperfuture is going to be available starting this week from 5 May at select Retrosuperfuture stores and Razer’s online portal. For a price tag of $239, it is far more expensive than the Anzu Smart Glasses which are available for as low as $59.99. But then, here we are talking of perceived value rather than the actual value-for-money proposition of a product.

 

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Top 5 men’s barware gear by Sempli that is sure to impress every guest you host

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The key to a great dinner party isn’t just an amazing host, and excellent food, sometimes it can be a bunch of impressive barware as well! Picking the right barware is always a task – since it needs to be elegant, functional, sophisticated, and yet super practical. And this is where the award-winning product design company Sempli swoops in! Based in LA, California, Sempli combines the best of two worlds – Sweden’s simple and minimal functionality with Italy’s timeless elegance and style. Sempli’s drinkware designs are hand-blown, crafted with perfection, and designed to be both entertaining and practical. From a seamless swirling glass that helps in the oxygenation of your favorite drink of choice to a collection of flat-bottomed glasses ideal for drinking beer – Sempli’s expansive and impressive drinkware collection will have you fumbling to purchase them!

1. Sempli Monti-Taste Set

Sempli created the Monti-Taste Set for beer connoisseurs who take their glass of beer extremely seriously! The set celebrates and pays a tribute to the various craft beers, and their unique tastes and individuality. Four distinct glasses were designed for four distinct types of beers, in an attempt to elevate the drinking experience. The Monti-Birra is a straight-sided beer glass, that perfectly holds your 12 oz beer. Featuring a conical inverted bottom, the glass instantly catches that initial splash of beer and allows for the foam to frothily gather on the surface. Next in line is the Monti-Pint which is meant to serve pints as its name signifies. The Monti-Pils was created for Pilsners and features a  tall and lean body that enhances the carbonation in the Pilsners, maintaining a longer effervescence. Lastly, the Monti-IPA is a fun zig-zag-shaped glass with unique angled ridges and is ideal for serving hoppy IPA brews.

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2. Sempli Incanter

Do you love infusing your favorite spirits from time to time? Well, then the Sempli Incanter is the product for you! Created using their signature spinning bottom, the Sempli Incanter is an excellent incanter crafted from lead-free crystal, and it allows you to make your own special liquid infusion with the ingredients of your choice! You can concoct a strawberry-infused vodka, a peach-infused bourbon, or even a gourmet raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing – the possibilities and potential of the Incanter are endless! All you need to do is fill the glass decanter with the liquor of your choice. You, then pick your favorite infusion ingredients and add them to the inserting tube. You cap the tube with the silicone stopper, insert it into the decanter, and spin away. As the flavors fuse together, you’ll get a unique fusion every time you use the decanter! You can spin the decanter to add an element of fun or let it rest on coasters for infusions that take a longer period of time to get ready.

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3. Sempli Cupa-Rocks ICE

Designed as a part of Sempli’s ICE Collection, the Cupa-Rocks ICE are basically the beloved Cupa glasses with an eye-catching frosted finish. The Cupa-Rocks ICE are two compact tumblers in a gift box. Both the tumblers have been hand-blown, to enhance the sensory pleasure, and elevate the experience of drinking whisky or brandy. Once set down, the minimal yet sophisticated glasses create a swirling rotation, which assists in the aeration of your favorite fine spirit, and provides the drinker with a rather aromatic and pleasurable experience. The glasses have been constructed to fit perfectly in your hand, and the glasses work naturally and efficiently to keep your beverage warm. Called the ‘perfect pour’ for brandy or whisky, you can fill the Cupa-Rocks ICE tumblers to their waist – which is 6 cl.

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4. Sempli Vaso Vino

If you’re a wine fanatic and love serving wine at your dinner parties, then this beautiful wine decanter by Sempli is the one for you! Called, the Vaso-Vino, and designed by Daniele ‘Danne’ Semeraro for Sempli, this hand-blown spinning decanter is created to especially aerate your favorite wine in an innovative and exceptional manner. It can effortlessly accommodate a 750ml bottle of wine – whether white or red. Crafted from a lead-free crystal, the Vaso-Vino features a unique and intriguing conical construction that produces a swirling rotation when set down, this in turn assists in the oxygenation of the wine. Measuring 7.75″ in height, and 6.5″ in diameter, the Vaso Vino weighs 38 oz, and is recommended to be washed by hand, and used to serve your favorite wine at your next dinner party!

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5. Sempli Sini Nesting Bowls

Crafted from lead-free crystal, the Sini Nesting Bowls by Sempli are cleverly, and mind you, beautifully designed nesting bowls, that are refined, elegant, and clean. Designed by Daniele ‘Danne’ Semeraro, the nesting bowls are perfect for holding your party snacks, and munchies while your guests and you sip on drinks at your next dinner party! You can pair the Sini Nesting Bowls with the Cupa Lift trays to create an intriguing and elegant table setup that your guests will totally drool over. They are available in 4”, 5” or 6” variations, and are recommended to be washed by hand.

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These gem-like glasses really make your drinks and snacks shine

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Water is vital for life. Humans can survive without food for weeks but would only last for a couple of days without water, proving how essential water is to our bodies. After all, your body is composed of about 60% water. Even if it’s not about a life or death situation, however, drinking water is crucial in maintaining our health, providing many health benefits such as improving memory and mood, aiding weight maintenance, and preventing dry skin. Most of us are aware of how important it is to keep hydrated throughout the day, but very few actually do. One trick to increase your water intake during your waking hours is to have water nearby, and this cup makes it not only easy but also attractive to place your drink within arm’s reach.

Designers: TENT x Zarigani Works

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Design studio TENT joined forces with another design studio ZARIGANI WORKS and plastic parts manufacturer Sakae Kogyo to create this minimalistic drinkware to improve your water intake routine. Some water bottles are large, bulky, and visually loud, making you feel like they are constantly nagging you to drink water. In contrast, the Upside-Downside drinkware’s subtle yet elegant presence on your table, desk, or bedside table doesn’t distract you but kindly encourages you to take a sip of water once in a while. Its simple design blends into any space or aesthetic you’ve got going without being obtrusive.

Of course, the Upside-Downside drinkware is not only for water but for all your favorite beverages and more. It comes as a set of tumblers in slightly different dimensions and offers versatile usage. The slightly different sizes allow one tumbler to be put upside down on top of another, acting as a lid to prevent any unwanted particles from getting into your drink. Whether used as a tumbler and lid, two tumblers, or a tumbler and a snack bowl, it will bring life to any beverage it holds.

Upside-Downside feels as good in your hands as it looks on the table, and you’ll be surprised by its high level of clarity. The manufacturer of the drinkware Sake Kogyo has been producing plastic parts for home appliances and cars for over four decades and is known especially for high-quality, clear plastic products. Thanks to their expertise, the Upside-Downside drinkware does not show any wavy lines or patterns known as flow mark that is usually visible in products made from plastic resin. Instead, its hand-polished glossy smooth surface reflects light and shines like a precious jewel.

Made of extremely durable and resilient Tritan copolyester, the drinkware is shatterproof and lightweight, making it kid-friendly and outdoor-friendly. You don’t have to worry about the tumbler breaking when it falls and comes in contact with a hard surface. And when you’ve finished your drink, you can easily hand wash the cup with water and soap or simply put it in the dishwasher along with all the other dishes for effortless maintenance.

In our constantly moving, busy lives, the Upside-Down tumbler gently reminds you to take care of yourself by taking a sip of water every now and then. With a streamlined drinking vessel that can also hold your small snacks, you can stay hydrated, satiated, and healthy, in style.

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