Google Music Timeline Metal GOOGLE 重金屬音樂發展年圖

想了解音樂史的流變？除了翻閱厚厚的音樂史文獻，你或許還有更簡單的途徑。Google Research 近日發布了一個可視化的動態網頁專案——Music Timeline，簡而言之，這是一個透過如同彩虹一般的時間線展示自 1950 年來各類音樂的分布情況，用戶可以輕鬆地了解到在不同時間節點哪些音樂類型更受歡迎、哪些歌手風靡一時。

根據愛范兒報導，在這個如同彩虹一般的時間線上，每種顏色的彩帶代表某種音樂流派，彩帶的寬度代指 Google Play Music 用戶收錄該流派音樂所屬的年代。比如搖滾樂在 1965 年到 1970 年之間的彩帶非常寬，這意味著 Google Play Music 用戶收錄的搖滾樂大多所屬於這個年代。
令人費解的是，古典樂並沒有收錄在這個時間線上，Google 的說法是古典樂通常是以作曲時間分類的，因此沒有收錄在內。
這個時間線的資料來源並非廣告牌排行榜，而是來自自家 Google Play 音樂服務的資料資訊。事實上，通過對音樂資料的整理以及用戶資料挖掘，Google 很容易了解到各類音樂的流變以及用戶的偏好。
Google 表示，Music Timeline 這個專案只是他們音樂發現小組的一個端倪，未來他們還將開啟更多類似的虛擬化專案，比如 DDoS 攻擊 ，或者 YouTube 的訪問情況。

連結!

Yesterday Google released Music Timeline, a fascinating interactive visualization that traces the popularity of music over the past 60 years. The visualization can show a comparison of major music genres or you can narrow the focus to an individual genre, subgenre, or even a particular band.

2014 男生流行髮型 2014 MENS HAIR

2014 男生流行髮型

Men's Hairstyles: 2014

The Messy Slick

Classic: Slicked-back hair made a comeback in recent years following the popularity of period television series like Mad Men and Boardwalk Empire. The slick remains an option in 2014, but this year it’s a little more casual. For a controlled take on this hairstyle, follow Justin Timberlake’s lead and comb medium-length hair back using a nickel-size amount of gel. Don’t worry if the ends are not perfect — that’s the idea here. As long as there are no flyaways on the top of your head, you’re good to go.
Trendy: Longer layers bring a bad-boy attitude to this hairstyle, particularly when contrasted with tailored looks. To get a rebellious look like Charlie Hunnam, you’ll need to spend time growing out your hair if it’s on the short side. Once you have pieces that are a little longer than ear length, ask your barber to chop in a few easy-to-maintain layers. At home, grab a wet-look gel and run it through your front and sides using your hands to achieve an undone yet polished appearance.

The Moderate Quiff

Classic: The quiff is essentially an updated 1950s-style pompadour in which front locks are longer than the hair on the rest of the head. It’s been going strong in recent years as one of the most in-demand cuts for men who take style seriously. After getting the cut right, you’ll need to use gel or pomade along with a blow dryer to coax your hair into defying gravity. The key here is to begin with as little product as possible, only adding extra when necessary, as the most common mistake men make styling their hair is to use too much product, which leaves hair flat and oily.Trendy: A very 2014 way to interpret the quiff is shown by Zayn Malik. The performer keeps the under layer and sides of his hair cropped very close to his head. Hair on the crown and the front are then brushed upward as well as toward the side using the same blow dry and product application method required to create a classic quiff.

The Crown

Classic: Whether you’re opting for the classic or the trendy take on this men's hairstyle, the defining feature is that the volume is concentrated on the crown with sides being flatter in comparison. For a conservative version, opt for a simple, clean cut like Drake’s, where the overall length is short and hair on the crown is only marginally more full than the sides. Make sure to get regular trims in order to keep the look sharp.

Trendy: If you like to switch things up in order to stay at the top of your game, then take a cue from UFC fighter Jon Jones. Begin by growing your hair out to a medium length. During the growth phase, ensure that you keep the sides of your head shaved nearly to a buzz. Curly-haired guys may want to add a dab of gel or natural oil (like coconut oil) to the top of their head to control frizz.

The Roman Warrior

Classic: This haircut is low-maintenance and works best with short- to medium-length hair. Plus, because to its square shape, it has the added bonus of emphasizing masculine features such as a strong jawline or creating the illusion of a more prominent one. For a classic version of this style, get your barber to clip the hair on the crown of your head to a fairly uniform length, but keep the sides a bit shorter. On your own, use a dab of sculpting cream to finger-style the top of your mane forward, to smooth down the sides and to prevent unruliness.

Trendy: This men's hairstyle has a very natural look about it and is a great option for men with curly or wavy hair who don't want to spend time fussing with their hair. The trendier way to wear the Roman Warrior is like Wimbledon champion Andy Murray. Medium-length hair is required here, with strands being about the same length on the crown as they are on the sides. A sharply square hairline should be maintained across the forehead and sideburns can extend to mid-ear like Murray’s. If your hair is well-behaved, you won’t even need any hairstyling products with this cut, so just brush and go.

The Straight Up

Classic: This hairstyle is a mash-up of retro 'dos from the 1950s and 1990s. The classic version, as sported by Daniel Dae Kim in Hawaii Five-0, veers more toward a 1950s rock ‘n' roll look. With this haircut, locks should be slightly longer in front compared to the crown and the back of your head, and the sides should be short. An egg-size amount of mousse or other volumizing product should then be applied to the front and crown, using a brush or a comb to create height. Keep the look classy by ensuring there are no strands out of place on the top of your head.Trendy: For a fashion-forward take on the Straight Up, fast-forward 40 years into the 1990s. Like performer Robin Thicke, you’ll want medium-length strands everywhere but your sides, which should be kept cropped quite close to your head. Use fingers or a comb and a sculpting cream to move hair both upward and toward the center. Hair should remain touchable rather than stiff. The point is to create a mild peak like Thicke’s — without going into '90s boy band territory.

The Sideways Fringe

Classic: A prominent fringe comes and goes regularly in the world of men's grooming, and for 2014 it is most definitely back in style. If you belong to the over-30 crowd, a more natural variant on this style — such as the one sported by Kings of Leon frontman Caleb Followill — will suit you best. Go for medium-length locks and then part your hair using the center of your eye as a guideline for where the part should begin. Brush hair over to one side using a little molding cream (if you need to) in order to make it stick. Don’t be too picky about making the part perfect; you’re after a very effortless style.Trendy: Men in their 20s with a full head of relatively straight strands, like Tumblr founder David Karp, will fare best with the more stylized version of the Sideways Fringe. This style requires a long front, but the sides can vary in length from short to medium-long like Karp. The point is that there should be no hard lines with this haircut; everything should blend softly together. Sweep strands over to one side and use a pinky finger’s dab of pomade to hold it in place and to add shine.

The Retro Wave

Classic: You’ll likely need a blow dryer to pull off this '80s throwback hairstyle, so stop reading now if you’re afraid of a grooming challenge. Begin by running a sculpting mousse through damp, medium-length hair. Next, make a part just before the end of your eyebrow on one side. Blow dry your locks using a round bristle brush to lift hair up and over for a windswept appearance. Spray the end result with a light coating of hairspray to ensure that your 'do doesn’t fall flat during the day (or night).Trendy: The trendier way to test drive the Retro Wave involves additional volume and piecey-ness. Check out Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan’s hairstyle to get an idea of how to make this look work for you. You’ll still need medium-length hair and a blow dryer, but now you’ll also need a product like a molding paste to add texture (hint: look for the word texture on the label). Apply only a small amount and use your fingers as well as a brush to shape your locks. Hair that’s slightly out of place is perfectly fine as it adds dimension.
Whether you have an office job, work in a creative field or are a student on a budget, our compilation of 2014’s most sought-after men's hairstyles has something for every guy. Most of these hairstyles also work with a variety of hair types, from thin to thick, but be sure to check with a barber you trust before committing, as he'll be able to offer additional advice based on your face shape, age and personality. 

世界上最棒的貓屋

世界上最棒的貓屋

Stefan Hofmann 打造了一個可以讓貓咪在室內上山下海的獨特貓屋，這個位於室內的貓屋有多個空橋可以讓貓咪自由行走，也有多個空中平台可以讓貓咪於天花板上休息，最棒的是這個貓屋到處都有可以讓貓咪盡情磨爪子的貓抓板。

可以說 Stefan Hofmann 打造了一個世上最棒的貓屋也不為過。

Stefan Hofmann is a designer, carpenter and cat lover. Through his company Goldtatze, he designs and installs modular cat furniture for your home, which is now your cat’s home. Like a feline jungle gym, Goldtatze offers various units that can be connected and pieced together to create the ultimate play space for your furry friend. There are places to perch, bridges to cross and things to scratch. If you’re serious about letting your cat take over your place, you definitely need to check out Goldtatze’s website and Facebook page and see how far you can take things! [via Laughing Squid]

FLIR ONE 紅外線 熱影像儀 Iphone

可由 iPhone 5 或 iPhone 5S 操作的紅外線 熱影像儀!!! 看來身存遊戲迷又多一個玩具了!

A thermal camera attachment for the iPhone 5 & 5S. FLIR One uses a two cameras to create a composite image, making it easier to discern objects. Also works as a battery pack for the phone. Available spring 2014 for $349.

femme-varou The Devil's Rock 2011

femme-varou The Devil's Rock 2011

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