Learn Japanese with LexiCandy

Utilizing cultural immersion, in lieu of travel, to further vocabulary and context

There are many tactics for learning a second (or third) language. Most can be rather daunting, and employ a very traditional form of memorization—with a couple tricks thrown in. New webapp LexiCandy is different. It utilizes an array of media (including songs and TV shows) to engage participants on a cultural level—making learning extra exciting. Immersion is the best way to grab hold of a …

June’s Computer-Based Intelligent Oven

A space-saving countertop oven with a built-in camera for quicker, stress-free dinners

Ovens can be scary. Fire hazards aside, their large size, time investment and oftentimes unreliable results can be intimidating to amateur cooks, which is why many seek escape in the form of take-out. Tackling the inefficiency of a kitchen appliance that hasn’t seen much innovation in decades is June: a new intelligent countertop oven about the size of a microwave that promises to be the …

Klipsch Audio Outfits the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

The iconic venue gets a thorough, uniform sonic upgrade

For years now, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has honored the greatest in the industry while inviting fans into their iconic building filled with rare remnants of musical history. This year, that facility is getting an upgrade thanks to partner Klipsch Audio. At a location where the live music experience (and preserving recordings of the live music experience) reigns supreme, the brand is …