Smithsonian Magazine 2012 Photo Contest

Matt Groening's early work for Apple, bands to watch at SXSW, chasing the Higgs Boson and more in our look at the web this week

Following a proud tradition of international photography, Smithsonian Magazine has announced the 50 finalists in their annual photo contest. From tornado-warped grain silos to Vietnamese salt harvesting, the collection is a stunning look at the contemporary world.

Hollywood Swindle

Matt Groening's early work for Apple, bands to watch at SXSW, chasing the Higgs Boson and more in our look at the web this week

For non-fans of the hoards of 3D movie offerings—and their nearly $20 ticket prices—pumping out of Hollywood, Matt Wasser’s clever T-shirt design gives a cheeky way to show your disapproval. Playing on the traditional red and blue 3D technology, the graphic blasts a clear message you won’t need glasses to read. Available from Threadless.

NYC I/O

Matt Groening's early work for Apple, bands to watch at SXSW, chasing the Higgs Boson and more in our look at the web this week

Ask and you shall receive. When NYC sent out a call to reinvent the public payphone, Control Group and Titan responded with NYC I/O. The concept for a network of touchscreen computing portals aims to distribute information, provide services and unite the city.