The Olympic City

Ray Bradbury's library love, Umami Burger's sauce shop, Venus in transit and more in our weekly look at the web

With all eyes focused on what happens during the two weeks of the Olympic Games, Jon Pack and Gary Hustwit turn their lens to the aftermath of the event in a Kickstarter photo project called “The Olympic City”. While the narrative of growth and economic surges has been adopted by popular media, the carnage of money spent and stadiums erected can linger for decades.

Kühl Air

Ray Bradbury's library love, Umami Burger's sauce shop, Venus in transit and more in our weekly look at the web

Perfect for when you leave town and forget to turn off the AC, Kühl’s tech-friendly air conditioner allows for remote operation via iPhone or computer. The residential system allows you to set a schedule from work, turn it on on your way home or to simply control the climate without getting off the couch.

Snap Focus

Ray Bradbury's library love, Umami Burger's sauce shop, Venus in transit and more in our weekly look at the web

An easily operated focus puller and shoulder rig, Midas Mount’s Snap Focus gives documentary and Gonzo filmmakers all the tools they need for a one-man camera crew. The setup uses modified bicycle brakes to pull focus and can be finagled to fit most camera types, including DSLRs. Snap Focus is currently on Kickstarter with discounted units available for pre-order.