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Archive for May, 2008

Outrageous Oregon Offers Luxurious Adventures in the Northwest

Sunday, May 25th, 2008

Looking to get some outdoor adventures in this summer but with all the luxuries of a 5 star vacation? Check out Outrageous Oregon.

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New Website Offers Motorcycle LEDs

Saturday, May 24th, 2008

Two-tone bike lighting from WykedIlluzionz.comSerious bikers now have an online resource for chopper beautification: the newly launched website at WykedIlluzionz.com. With a motto like “We take pride in your ride,” it’s clear parent company Addicted to Detail is committed to providing quality bike customization. In addition to selling LED lights lighting kits specifically made for motorcycles, WykedIlluzionz.com offers helpful information such as which states allow LED motorcycle bikes. Motorcyclists often prefer LEDs because they require little energy, and are water- and vibration-proof.

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How LEDs Could Save the Stars

Thursday, May 22nd, 2008

That title may be a bit misleading. Admittedly, Light Emitting Diodes have no impact on whether the stars shine. But they could make it easier for us to see them.

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The Union of Buildings & Billboards

Wednesday, May 21st, 2008

Remember the shot in Blade Runner showing a car flying in front of a building displaying a huge Geisha’s eye? Well, if a certain LA developer has his way, even that forward-thinking film may soon be out-dated.

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LEDs Broadcast Commercials in LA Subway Tunnel

Tuesday, May 20th, 2008

Subway tunnels in LA’s Red Line began showing commercials last Tuesday. LA’s Mass Transit Authority (or MTA) recently approved the installation of a series of 360 LED lights in such a way so as to make advertisements appear to float outside of each window. The lights span a quarter-mile of tunnel. As cars pass by at specific speeds, the combination of a rapid series of the LEDs cause the human eye to see a  video. The videos in LA’s tunnels will alternate between as many as 18 different ads each month. Appropriately, a trailer for the movie Speedracer brought in this new era of advertising for the MTA.

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