The lido deck...

In a debut at this week's Cannes Boat Show, the 'Frauscher 1017 Lido' was a big hit. The spacious motor yacht can accommodate up to 10 people, while turning heads with it's sleek design.

More info via Frauscher:

www.frauscherboats.com

What would Papa eat?

The 'Hemingway Cookbook' is a collection of recipes from Ernest Hemingway. As you might imagine, the suggestions are larger than life, just like their creator. Cost: 20 USD.

Available from Amazon - read more via the website:

www.hemingwaycookbook.com

Memories...

Scientists have discovered a way to implant artificial short term memories directly into isolated brain tissue. Which might sound vaguely familiar.

Read more about it via Science Daily:

www.sciencedaily.com

Very hip...

The classic hip flask is interpreted by Dunhill as their 'Chassis' model. The stainless steel flask is wrapped in geometric carbon fiber print. Cost: 175 USD.

Available from Mr Porter:

www.mrporter.com/product/332806

Belly of the beast...

The V-22 Osprey has a new upgrade - the IDWS (interim defensive weapon system). The under mounted gun can swivel 360 degrees firing 3,000 rounds per minute.

Watch it in action via YouTube - Gun footage starts at the 4 minute mark:

youtu.be/IVoksf_2y5k

In your sleeve...

Give your iPad a military makeover with the 'MA-1 Bomber Sleeve' made by Meshmedium. Styled to look like the classic bomber jacket. Available in your favorite colors - black, green or navy blue. Cost: 50 USD

Available from MeshMedium:

www.meshmedium.com/Meshmedium/Homepage.html

This just in...

The 'Reporter Lite Jacket' made by Fjallraven is that perfect combination of form and function. The fabric can be waxed for waterproofing, or laundered for warmer weather. The sleeves can be removed to convert it to a vest. There are 10 pockets for stashing gear. Cost: 260 USD

Available via FjallRaven:

www.fjallraven.us

The Burn Bag...

Fans of the Jason Bourne movies might fondly recall the 'Burn Bag' - the destruction bag at the Swiss Bank that Mr. Bourne visits to empty his safety deposit box. American TV Personality Adam Savage re-creates the prop in the following clip. Informative. Runtime: about 18 minutes.

The Bourne 'Burn Bag' via YouTube:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQbbtnTz1KE

Sleeping with the fishes...

Now instead of counting sheep, you can count fish. The 650 gallon tank spans the headboard of the bed, surrounding you while you sleep. Made by Acrylic Tank Manufacturers. Cost: 11,500 USD

Read more about it via Hiconsumption:

hiconsumption.com

Jingle free...

The 'Keylet' is a simple product that might improve your life. A combination minimalist wallet and single key. An additional product The 'Keycaddy' is a multi-key version. The best part - no jingling while trying to sneak up on someone. Cost: about 50 USD

Currently in prototype via KickStarter:

www.kickstarter.com

Up the Wazuma...

The 'Wazuma V8F' is the current reigning quad bike speed monster. With it's wide front wheel stance, Ferrari engine, and BMW gearing - this is unlike anything on the road.

Photos and details from CustomAutoMoto (French and English):

www.customautomoto.com/wazuma-v8-f

Supporting cast...

Rumor has it an upcoming spy movie will have a scene featuring one of these: 'The Anderson Wheeler 500 Nitro Express Double Rifle'. The handsome bit of hardware is built for large game hunting by the London based company. Cost: about 24,500 USD.

More info via Anderson Wheeler:

www.andersonwheeler.co.uk/double_rifle.php http://www.andersonwheeler.co.uk/double_rifle.php

Sleeps eight...

Boeing's new 'Aeroloft' sleeping module is an option for the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) 747-8. The luxe dorm can sleep eight staff members comfortably on those long haul flights.

Info via Boeing:

boeing.mediaroom.com

Robo hunter...

If DARPA has it's way, there will be fleets of robots quietly hunting for submarines in the not to distant future. The 'ACTUV' (Antisubmarine Continuous Trail Unmanned Vessel) project could change undersea combat in a radical way.

Read a bit more via DARPA:

www.darpa.mil

Skull n' bones...

Fashion icon Ralph Lauren makes a 'skull and bones' themed tie bar and cufflink set. Cost: 90 USD

Available from the Rugby Shop:

www.rugby.com