Happy Happy Joy Joy! Who remembers singing along to this?
For those 90s kid, we would remember the imfamous Ren & Stimpy show that ran from 1991 to 1995 on Nickelodeon. Fast forward 25 years, Comedy Central has given the green light to bring back Ren & Stimpy to the TV screens very soon.
Comedy Central has been tapping into IP across ViacomCBS to build an original animated slate around stalwart South Park.The Ren & Stimpy Show will join the recently announced Beavis and Butt-Head reboot from Mike Judge and Daria spin-off Jodie on Comedy Central.
Nickelodeon launched the original Ren & Stimpy alongside Rugrats and Doug in 1991, where it quickly catapulted into the pop culture zeitgeist with its dark humor, vivid imagination and critical acclaim. Often thought of as an adult series at the time, the iconic dog and cat duo are consistently ranked among the top animated characters of all time.
Happy Happy Joy Joy, a documentary on The Ren & Stimpy Show, co-directed by Ron Cicero and Kimo Easterwood, premiered at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival.
Are you looking forward to seeing these guys back on TV? Let us know what you think
The next phone in the Samsung Note range has finally been announced at the recent Samsung Unpacked event. I present to you, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 & Note 20 Ultra.
Here is a snapshot of the specs of the 2 phones side by side below
The regular Note 20 will come in mystic bronze, mystic green and mystic grey while the Note 20 Ultra will be available in mystic bronze, mystic black and mystic white.
As mentioned in most rumour reports, the Note 20 series will have 6.7 to 6.9-inch screens with Infinity-0 displays, so no surprise there.
The Note 20 Ultra will come with four lenses at the rear. It will have 108 mega-pixel lens and 50x optical zoom while the regular Note 20 has 20x optical zoom. Both versions have 10 mega-pixel front-facing cameras.
Thanks to both models being powerhouses, the battery lives are more than great. Samsung’s also boasting super-fast charging capabilities so you can get more than 50 per cent charge in just 30 minutes.
Its advanced S Pen function has five new gesture controls to help with ‘touchless navigation of your device’. What’s also kind of cool and efficient is that the Samsung Notes app will allow you to save your notes across multiple devices like your PC, tablet and phone. This is great for people who love taking notes.
The starting price for the regular Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is $1,499 and $1,649 if you’re after 5G. Both come with 256GB memory.
You can get the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra for $1,849 or pay $1,999 if you’d rather opt for 5G. The two versions also come with 256GB memory. In case that’s not enough, you also have the option of getting Note 20 Ultra 5G with 512GB memory but it’ll set you back $2,199 and you can only get it in mystic black.
You can pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 starting today, and it will go on sale in Australia through retailers and phone shops from Friday 21st August 2020.
We also saw the next generation of the Samsung Earbuds known as Galaxy Buds Live. There’s no “ambient sound” mode on these earbuds because you’ll have no trouble hearing someone talking next to you or an important announcement at the terminal. Not everyone will like that, but if you want more isolation, that’s where the Buds Plus and their sealed-off design come in.
The Galaxy Buds Live can get up to six hours of continuous battery life with ANC enabled (21 with the case) or eight hours (29 with case) if you’ve got both ANC and Bixby Voice. The Buds Live are only rated for IPX2 water / sweat resistance, meaning they might not survive a rainstorm or a fountain of sweat on a hot day. You’re better off with the Galaxy Buds Plus or something like the Powerbeats Pro for workouts.
We also saw the next generation Galaxy Watch 3. It looks similar to the prior model, with a physical rotating dial, two buttons on the side, and a chunkier design compared to the sleeker and simpler Active models. But Samsung says it’s 14 percent thinner and 15 percent lighter than the Galaxy Watch, which should make it more comfortable to wear, especially for those with smaller wrists. At the same time, the screen size has increased to 1.4 inches on the larger variant.
The Watch 3 is available in two different sizes, 41mm and 45mm, each with Bluetooth or LTE variations. The 41mm version will be available in bronze or silver, while the 45mm watch will be in silver or black. Both models have full-color, always-on OLED displays with Gorilla Glass.
Let us know what you think Android fans? Will this be on the list for upgrades?
Last year, Google released their first ever mid-range phone, Pixel 3a. It packed impressive specs and an incredible camera. It made the competitors step their game up on the mid range phones. Now, Google has released their next mid range phone the Pixel 4a, to tie in with their Pixel 4 & 4 XL range
Here are the specs on the Google Pixel 4a: * Display: 5.81″ OLED 1080×2340 display with 60Hz refresh rate * Processor: Snapdragon 730 * RAM: 6GB * Storage: 128GB * Rear Camera: 12.2 MP * Front Camera: 8 MP * Battery: 3140mAh with 18w fast charging * LTE: 4G * Colours: Just available in Black
With the Australian release of the phone, they are throwing some earbuds in the box. We are only 1 of 2 countries getting them in the box (France being the other). For the most part we’re seeing upgrades compared to last year’s entry-level Pixel 3a. The processor and batteries are bigger, there’s more RAM and double the storage capacity. Unfortunately, just like last year, there is no water resistance for the Pixel 4a.
It’s also true that there will be no XL version this year. This means there’s just one price point — $599. That’s $50 less than the original RRP of the Pixel 3a. This is insane and we’re here for it. It’s also worth noting that once the Pixel 4a 5G variant comes out it will cost $799. Stay tuned for that one.
And if you’re someone who prefers to buy on a plan, the Pixel 4a will also be available on a plan through Vodafone.
Pixel 4a is now available for pre-order in Australia. You can get it from the Google Store, JB Hi Fi, Vodafone and Harvey Norman. It will go on sale from the same places, as well as Officeworks, on September 10.
Everywhere else won’t be stocking the Google Pixel 4a until mid-October.
Let us know what you think, will you get this reasonably priced mid range phone?
The ASICS Edo Era Tribute Pack is a new collection of running and SportStyle sneakers that uses recycled polyester made from PET bottles in the shoe upper material. This collection underscores ASICS sustainability credentials by honoring the eco-friendly practices of Edo (present day Tokyo) from the 17th to 19th centuries. It was during that period that reusing and recycling was integral to life in Japan. People saw everything as a valuable resource, from old clothes and used paper to worn-out pans and broken ceramic items and even candle wax drippings.
The range is in keeping with ASICS commitment to sustainability in various aspects of its business. The uppers of the collection’s five performance running shoe models and four SportStyle offerings employ recycled polyester fibers made from a total of around 300,000 PET bottles. These items represent the first stage of an ASICS drive to switch to 100% recycled polyester fibers in all of its uppers by 2030 to help combat climate change.
ASICS Edo Era Tribute Pack – SportStyle
GEL-Quantum 180
GEL-Quantum 90
GEL-Lyte XXX
Lyte Classic
In the whole collection, ASICS will be using 100% recycled paper boxes with approximately 10% less material than their other standard designs, and ASICS switches from oil-based inks to water based ones have halved ink usage. These sustainable boxes will expand sequentially from July, 2020. These changes will be switched in 2021, thereby cutting ASICS annual CO2 emissions by approximately 1,200 metric tons.
The graphics for the uppers incorporate a combination of two Edo Era lettering styles in a nod to that period’s inspiration for the collection. One lettering style is yosemoji, typically used for posters and flyers. The other is kakuji, which are thick, squared characters, which often featured on scraps of paper that worshipers often posted on the gates of shrines and temples.
The ASICS Edo Era Tribute Pack collection was launched worldwide on the 24th of April. The Australian release will be Thursday, the 6th of August and will be available on ASICS.com.
After the highly successful Union Los Angeles x Air Jordan 1 collaboration. Jordan and Union Studios have seemed to have teamed up again to do the Air Jordan 4.
This is a sample given out by DJ Clark Kent and its definitely got people buzzing.
It’s said to be named the “Brigade Blue” featured with many different mesh materials and precarious colour block patern. If this release is anything like the Air Jordan 1, for sure it’s going to sell out.
Rumours state that it has a release date of August 15 for $250USD but since nothing has been confirmed by both brands, its hard to tell if it will eventuate. Keep your eyes peeled on your socials for a confirmed release date.
“To this day, sneakerheads still get surprised when I tell them Jordan 12s are my favourite Jays. Basically, Jordan 12s are the first Jordan Brand shoe I fell in love with and were my gateway drug to other silhouettes. Next came the Ones.
Interestingly enough, both share 3 very important elements to me. They fit well with almost anything, they are built like tanks which make them very durable and have timeless appeal.”
In 1962, inspired by the Japanese sandal known as Zori which has soles made of rice straw, Havaianas invented the world’s best-selling thong, known as The Traditional, by changing the sole to a resistant rubber material that could adapt to Brazil’s warm climate and beaches.
Almost 60 years later, Havaianas has tapped into its roots to release a new and innovative, unisex silhouette. A play off the original Havaianas traditional style and the Japanese Zori sandals, the Tradi Zori merges designs from two diverse cultures to offer a unique thong that can live beyond the beach and cater to the fashion-forward, urban consumer. Featuring a unique, square-shaped silhouette, the Tradi Zori boasts a triple-layer EVA and rubber sole and fabric strap that provides superior, all-day comfort and increased stability.
“Tradi Zori represents the future of Havaianas. We’re challenging the idea that thongs are just for the beach and igniting a change in perception,” says Fernanda Romano, Global Marketing Director at Havaianas. “While paying homage to the brand’s heritage, this new silhouette is a drastic departure from Havaianas’ classic styles and really introduces a new form of cultural expression.”
“The creative process started during a trip to Japan where I saw several people wearing Zori’s with traditional kimonos in the middle of Tokyo. Considering Havaianas’ origin and organic link to Japanese culture, I was immediately inspired to recreate the Zori for the brand and bring the concept to other major urban cities around the world. Tradi Zori is a true reimagination of the category. – Leonardo Boin Fujisaka – Shapes & Footwear Design Manager at Havaianas.
Release date will be on the 31st of July and will be available in seven colours, inspired by the most popular colour combinations over the course of Havaianas’ history. Retail price of $120 and will be available exclusively at havaianasaustralia.com.au.
The ASICS Gel-Lyte III is going huge in 2020. This year marks it’s 30th anniversary of the legendary silhouette.
Original designed by Shigeyuki Mitsui and released way back in 1990 when both the technology inside and the construction were both cutting-edge. Rich with history of going against tradition and subverting stereotypes, with this new iteration being no different.
ASICS brings back another original colorway, the Purple and Teal. This sneaker features a white base highlighted with teal suede overlays on the toe and heel. Other features includes purple hues on the tongue, collar, and laces atop a white midsole and black rubber outsole.
The NBA & Jordan Brand announced that as of next season (2020-21) the Jumpman logo will be on every statement edition jersey for all 30 teams.
The Statement Edition uniform is one of the league’s alternate jerseys, worn for big games or rivalries, usually featuring an alternate colourway scheme.
The Jumpman logo will appear on the right shoulder of the jersey & left leg of the shorts replacing the Nike swoosh. The jerserys will start to hit retailers from October 2020.
Over the past 3 years, Jordan Brand has designed the NBA All Star game jersey along with the Charlotte Hornets uniforms due to Michael Jordan being a majority owner of the Hornets franchise.
At the college ranks, the University of Michigan is sponsored by Jordan Brand, as is the University of North Carolina, where Jordan attended college. In addition, the soccer club Paris Saint-Germain also has partnered with Jordan Brand.
In the meantime, it looks like MJ gets the W over Detroit again!
Are you looking forward to getting your hands on some new jerseys? Let us know your thoughts. As we see the jersey designs come to hand, we will continue to update you.
The original “Bel-Air” Jordan 5 is an instant classic amoung sneakerheads. Its always been a sort after sneaker since its original release back in 2013 which paid tribute to Will Smith and the iconic sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air“.
Fast forward to 2020 and it appears we might now have a release date for the upcoming “Alternate Bel-Air” which is due to hit the shelves around the middle of August.
Here is the first look at the upcoming sneaker. It appears to feature a similar theme to the original Bel-Air release, however the upper will be white. The purple on the midsole is set to pop with speckled detailing and the pink & green 23. Each shoe will have the mismatched/flipped theme while the jumpman will be either Green or Pink and the details on the midsole to be done in Blue or Pink.
Let us know what you think sneakerheads? Planning on copping this one?
