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China’s WaterWorld

Atkin’s Architecture Group recently won the first prize award for an international design competition with this stunning entry. Set in a spectacular water filled quarry in Songjiang, China, the 400 bed resort hotel is uniquely constructed within the natural elements of the quarry.
Underwater public areas and guest rooms add to the uniqueness, but the resort also boasts cafes, restaurants and sporting facilities.

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Readius : Rollable Mobile Phone

The latest innovation in mobile phone display is introduced by a Dutch Company, Polymer Vision. This new mobile phone called Readius comes with a 5 inch (13 Cm) roll-into the handset if not used.

This new technology allows a hidden display inside the handset called “Rollable Screen”. It was stated that Readius is the first of its kind in the world. Apart from this new installed technology, this 3G phone can also be used as e-book reader or digital book. Raedius display uses E-link material which is claimed to be comforting for reading on cellular phones, just like on printed material.

“You will obtain a big screen on as digiatl book readers, with longlasting batteries, plus high speed connectivity.” said Karl McGoldrick, CEO at Polymer Vision as quoted at After Dawn, Wednesday (23/1/2008).

Polymer Vision, whose 25% share is owned by Electronic Mogul, Phillips said that Readius will be available in the market by Mid 2008, Price is yet announced.

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Relax If You Can

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