Archive for July 2005
Minox DCC Leica M3
Komamura, makers of the popular RolleiFlex mini digital camera, has introduced a new replica: the Minox DCC Leica M3(4.0). The camera uses the familiar body of the Leica M3 in a miniature form factor. It can take pictures in a range of resolutions from 1.3 megapixels to 3 megapixels, and even simulates 4 megapixels. It
Maggie Q to Star in Mission Impossible 3
Maggie Quiqley, better known as Maggie Q, will take a leading role in the next Mission Impossible that begins shooting in Italy next month. Maggie Q is a model turned actress, and has even taken the role of producer on some films. She had a hard time breaking it onto the big screen until she
Namie Amuro – Queen of Hip Hop
Namie Amuro’s new album, “Queen of Hip Hop” has hit #1 status on the Oricon charts! Namie Amuro was born on September 20, 1977. She is a Japanese pop singer and Japanese idol originally from Okinawa Prefecture, born to a Japanese father and a half Japanese/half Italian mother.
Natalise – I Came to Play
Natalise releases her new album today! – “I Came to Play” Mixing exotic beats and soulful piano styling in a way that is all her own, singer-songwriter Natalise has packed her new album, “I Came To Play,†with as much deep meaning as dance floor bump. A Stanford University high honors graduate with an unyielding
Asian Idol 2005 Competition
Do you love to sing? Are you the star of your friends at the karaoke bar? If so, this is the chance you’ve been waiting for… Kineda’s Asian Idol 2005 Competition!
Brabus e v12 biturbo sets new world record
The world’s fastest street-legal sedan comes yet again from BRABUS. With a top speed of 350.2 km/h (217.6 mph) the BRABUS E V12 Biturbo, powered by a 640-hp / 471-kW twin-turbo twelve cylinder engine, set a new world record during the ‘auto motor und sport’ magazine high-speed tests in Nardo, Italy.
Jay Chou – Slam Dunk
The flames of Chou-Hou relationships are growing, and Director Yanping Zhu wants to create something new and interesting. He wants to invite Jay Chou, and Vicky Zhao in his new movie “Slam Dunk” [temporary name]and create a Chou-Zhao relationship in the movie. Famous movie director Yanping Zhu announced yesterday that producer don’t Wu has planned
Jolin Tsai
Jolin Tsai first started out by taking part in the MTV singing competition while she was just 18. She won the top prize with a song “The Greatest Love of allâ€. Then she was being signed on by Universal Music as a new singer from Taiwan. After about a year later, on July 1999, her
Seoul Raiders
It’s been five years since suave Japanese Security Bureau agent Lam (Tony Leung Chiu Wai) tore through Tokyo, and now he’s back in Seoul Raiders! Directed by Jingle Ma (Tokyo Raiders, Fly Me to Polaris), the film brings Lam to Seoul, hot on the tail of turncoat CIA agent Owen (Richie Jen), who stole “The
NTG Films – 2nd Audition
NTG will be holding their 2nd set of auditions on July 16, 2005 at Silicon W Hotel in Newark, CA. NTG’s Asian American Independent Film is set for 2005. The Cotemporary Drama (R) film about College-adged youth growing up in the SF Bay Area and the hardships they face will be entered into local film
Initial D Movie
The Initial D Movie drifts to the Top Asian Box Office! Presented by Media Asia Films, the most anticipated summer event film Initial D opened in theatres across Asia and has instantly become the multiple record-breaker in the region. Released on June 23 in HK with 99 screens, it grossed HK$3,117,582(~400k US, which is large
Puma Mirage II
The Mirage II, first introduced in 1991 as a Track and Field performance shoe, re-released in a walkable street version. The Mirage II features a mesh upper, EVA midsole and rubber outsole. For more info, visit Puma.
Jasmine Trias – Debut Album
Jasmine Trias, the Filipino-American, 3rd place finalist on last year’s American Idol, will have her self titled, debut album in stores July 12, 2005. Her new CD introduces an edgier, rhythm and blues-based sound. From the single Excuses, (already #3 in the Philippines) to Sexy Boy, with its playful relaxed grooves, Jasmine Trias soothes her
Jackie Chan – The Myth
The Myth has yet to be released in the U.S. Details of the movie seem to suggest that Jackie Chan will play an intrepid adventurer a la Indiana Jones who gets transported back to a previous life when he goes after a valuable treasure. Directed by Stanley Tong. Tong said he wrote the story of
Kasumi Nakane
Kineda’s Idol of the Day is Kasumi Nakane. Kasumi Nakane was born on April 3, 1982 in Tokyo, Japan. Although a very popular model in Japan, her main focus is TV Film and Movies. 10 Photos of Kasumi Nakane
Shinobi The Movie
Looks like popular console game Shinobi is being ported over to movie status! For more info, click here.
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 4S Cabriolet Unveiled
Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, presents a new generation of open 911 versions with all-wheel drive. The market launch of the new 911 Carrera 4 and 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolets in Europe takes place on October 22, 2005.
Hugo Collection for Him by Hugo Boss
Looking for that perfect fragrance for that new date? Try Hugo by Hugo Boss. It’ll have her clawing all over you. Evoking a sensation of northern air, deep rich forests and surf crashing against a rugged coastline, Hugo presents a masculine blend of green apple, pine needles, spearmint, cedar leaves, jasmine, lavender, sage and clove
Nike Trailable Jacket
The outer layer that’s easy to take anywhere. Dri-FIT manages moisture; back zippered pocket converts to backpack for easy portability. Square hole mesh at the inner collar and elastic hem sleeves score points for comfort; a dropped hem gives added coverage. Pack your essentials in the zippered side pockets, and follow your trail. For more
The Art of Sushi in Chocolate
Wow! Suedy’s Koo-Ki Sushi is awesome. Check out their skills in using the finest chocolate, and crisp rice cookies to emulate the look of sushi without the raw fish, vinegar, and rice! This is great for Tami since she loves chocolate but not so much sushi. :) For more info, click here.
Zard Concert on DVD
ZARD’s first ever live DVD release covering the live tour “What a beautiful Moment” that was held in several major cities throughout Japan last year. The DVD will come in two discs, with one documenting the concerts, and the other one containing special shots. A 68 page booklet is also included, all packaged in a
