Your Augmented Reality Future

By robert | February 20, 2010

Alluring…or terrifying?

Augmented (hyper)Reality: Domestic Robocop from Keiichi Matsuda on Vimeo.

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Blue Ion Apparel

By mike | February 19, 2010

Got a package of new threads in the mail today emblazoned with the Blue Ion signature. The Hull Design is a shop that specializes in custom logo apparel and design. What that means to you and me is they can stitch a logo onto pretty much any piece of clothing, fabric, or material you can dream up. And all at very reasonable cost with no minimum order requirements and fast turnaround.

Towels, blankets, totes, koozies, visors, hats, beanies, hoodies, tournament fishing shirts, jackets, polos, custom and cotton tees (how’s that for keywords?).

Full disclosure: The Hull Design is owned and operated by Josh’s brother, Chris. But seriously, this stuff is high quality and comes FAST. What more can you ask for?

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Classic Potato Salad

By craig | February 19, 2010

I won’t say where this gem was found … but it certainly takes “classic” to an entirely new level.

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Sealevel Launches

By nicola | February 16, 2010

A very exciting day here at Blue Ion yesterday as we launched a new site for Sealevel Systems.

Sealevel is a well respected and highly recognized leader in the digital I/O industry. They got their start back in 1984 when Tom O’Hanlan designed the first RS-422/485 communication adapter for the IBM PC… now, more than 20 years on, they manufacture more than 300 I/O devices that serve the aerospace, military, marine, medical and automotive industries, to name a few.

Their name comes from Tom’s love of music and desire to give the company a name that was unlike any other computer company… thus Sealevel. Today, former Sea Level band member Chuck Leavell (who’s also jammed with the Rolling Stones, and The Allman Brothers Band) serves as their celebrity spokesperson.

The site includes a huge ecommerce effort, knowledgebase, search, lots of social integration, YouTube player / gallery, and more… Big thanks to all involved, the folks at Sealevel and RY, BD, JC, JB, CS, CA and RP.

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Microsoft Brings It With Phone Series 7

By Chris Simpson | February 16, 2010

Microsoft is getting tons of positive buzz for their total redo of their Mobile OS, called Windows Phone Series 7 (slightly more original than “iPad”). Gizmodo is calling it “the most groundbreaking phone since the iPhone.” Also check out GigaOm for “three challenges that remain.”

Couple of highlights that make their foray interesting:

Here’s a walkthrough from Engadget:

And some pics:

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Take It Easy, Drink In Moderation

By robert | February 14, 2010

This weekend was spent exploring the mountains of NC and a box of Anthon Berg chocolate liqueurs. Miniature chocolate bottles, filled with Cutty, Galliano, Sauza, Danzka, JD, Grand Ma or Cointreau. Originally introduced in 1884, for the last 50+ years Anthon Berg has borne the distinguished title “Purveyors to the Royal Danish Court.” They’re so good that they come with a “take it easy” warning. Nice website/video too. Many thanks to DPW at mybikelaw for provisioning these.

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The Best of Both Worlds

By craig | February 12, 2010

After six glorious years of reliable service, my Dell computer fell terminally ill and passed from this world. Our valiant efforts to save the monster machine were simply not enough (thanks for the effort RY, MH and BD). It was a sad day indeed.

But sometimes out of sadness comes joy. The partners of BI pulled me from the depths of depression and resurrected my spirit. How you ask? By presenting me with this 27″ iMac! I can honestly say that I have never seen a more beautiful piece of hardware. And to sweeten the deal MH installed Windows 7 for me. I get the best of both worlds! The shear beauty and simplicity of a Mac combined with the comforting familiarity of Windows 7 (insert flaming comments below).

Thank you thank you thank you thank you. I can’t wait to start cranking away again!

Topics: Misc. | 4 Comments »

Charleston Billfish Classic

By josh | February 12, 2010

Get your Stubby Bubbler and Wahoo Whacker ready. The Charleston Billfish Classic is coming June 23 – 26, 2010 as South Carolina’s newest Billfish tournament, part of the Governor’s Cup Billfish Series. It will be South Carolina’s first multi-port billfishing tournament and we were asked to develop and design their website, which we launched today! Take a look and let us know what you think. http://www.fishcbc.com

Special thanks to Gil Shuler for designing one of the most bad ass logo’s i’ve seen for a fishing tournament.

I also want to thank John Warren Floyd of the Full Pull as well as Brian Carroll of Marine Marketing Group for letting us use some of their great photography!

Tight Lines!

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Very Vera in Charleston

By robert | February 12, 2010

This weekend head out to Costco in Charleston (West Ashley) to sample and buy some tasty treats from the one and only VeryVera. Maybe you need to pick up a last minute Valentine’s gift?….nothing says amor like a Strawberry Layer Cake. Vera herself will be there to greet customers as she and team continue their Costco tour. Here are photos from the Atlanta stop.

Meet Vera

Vera's Road Show

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Madaktari – Communication Arts Webpick of the Day

By robert | February 8, 2010

Great to see Madaktari featured today as the webpick of the day on the Communication Arts website. It’s such a great program and cause with some amazing people driving it forward. Thanks and congrats go out to the whole team at Madaktari (special shout outs to Kathleen Ellis who guided the effort and Brennan Wesley who provided such amazing photo/video material), Jenny Badman for developing the story…and Craig, Brian and Simpson at Blue Ion for design, programming and set up. Support Madaktari as they continue working to expand training programs for doctors and nurses in Africa.

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