Although we’re still over a week away from the new Apple Watch officially becoming available for shipment, pre-sales activity has been incredible. Looking at the Apple website, current watch models show four and eight week long wait windows.

The new Apple Watch line is a new push for the hi-tech giant, makers of the wildly popular iPhone and iPad products. The Apple Watch came close to selling out after about 30 minutes when when first going on sale. Consumers who did but must now wait until May or June to received their order.

The standard Apple Watch price begins at $549 for the 38mm-wide version. The 42mm-wide model goes for $599. Depending on the desired watchband type, the 38mm version can increase up to $1,049. The 42mm model can increase up to $1,099. Your choice of watchband includes either a fluoroelastomer band or pick from three different leather bands.

For those with expensive tastes, the new watch from Apple even comes in a luxury version. The Apple Watch Edition has a lofty price of $10,000. If you want more bling for your buck, consider the the 18-karat gold Edition version (photo above), which is the most expensive offering. Price tag is a whopping $17,000. The Apple Watch Edition 38mm comes in a gorgeous 18-karat yellow gold case and features a sleek, bright red buckle. According to a recent Washington Post article, this 18-karat gold Edition watch actually sold out in China.

The news is quite impressive and a relief for Apple and its investors. Some felt making a move into the watch market was a big risk, especially moving into the luxury segment and going up against the dominant Swiss watch brand. It looks like Apple has another hit and many will say, they never had any doubts.

In a client note, Gene Munster who is a Piper Jaffray analyst reported, “Based on our observations and media reports, launch day supply was largely sold out within the first 10 to 30 minutes, depending on model.” Munster expects that Apple to sell around 2.3 million watches in the April-June quarter and the tech giant to ramp production between mid-May and June.

Initially feedback that space gray aluminum Apple Watch Sport model had the most interest amongst buyers.

If you are an avid watch collector and would like to own the new Apple Watch, contact us for more information about availability. Come back often to read this luxury blog and hear about the latest hi-tech products and luxury watch industry news.

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Meridian Audio is a British manufacturer of high-end audio products. The luxury brand recently announced a new partnership with Asprey and Advanced Communication Solutions (ACS) to make the George Martin Signature Series audio earbuds.

The new partnership will create 1,000 sets of limited edition, luxury molded earphones. These incredible new earphones have been endorsed by Sir George Martin, who is the iconic Beatles producer.

There is a huge problem in the world due to the proliferation of personal audio devices. According to a study that was published by the World Health Organisation, approximately 1.1 billion teenagers and young adults could be at risk of developing or already experiencing hearing loss. The cause is the unsafe use of personal audio devices and digital music.

The collaboration between British parties – Meridian Audio, ACS, Asprey, along with Sir George Martin was intended to work together with the primary goal of protecting people’s hearing. In addition, the consortium desires to increase awareness of noise-damaged hearing loss and the life-changing impact if not halted.

The new limited edition George Martin Signature Series molded earphones will be available in only 1,000 pairs. You can buy the George Martin Signature Series earphones online at www.acssignatureseries.com

You can purchase these luxury earbuds for £2,250. The price includes a £250 donation that will go toward funds for critical research that will be conducted by the popular UK Charity, “Action on Hearing Loss.”

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Photo: Meridian Audio

Instagram is a hugely popular mobile photo-sharing app, but it’s more than just a way to share “selfie” photos. It’s also a social network. With Twitter, your followers can read real-time text updates from your account. With Instagram, you share photo updates.

But having a lot of followers isn’t what you want. It’s important to have people that engage with your account – like your photos, comment on them and share with other followers.

Be make sure to utilize popular hashtags to share your photos across related categories. Find relevant hashtags to use and don’t add to many. Your followers will realize you are spamming and possibly never return again. Using the right hashtags is a key strategy to pull users into your account. By next following you, it then generates a repeat advertising opportunity.

Last year, Instagram became the single “most important” social network” for teenagers, surpassing both Facebook and Twitter.

But Instagram isn’t just for teens to share photos of themselves with pouty lips or smizing. Celebrities, advertisers and most businesses including top luxury brands have jumped on the Instagram bandwagon. It doesn’t take a genius to realize the power of Instagram and its social media reach. Advertisers are going straight to this popular app and selling directly to their followers.

The attraction of luxury companies with Instagram is the increased brand interaction with their readership. A devoted customer base is key for the leading luxury brands. It also helps that beautiful photos of luxury travel destinations, fashion, cars, jewelry and more are very popular to look at.

So whether you are just trying to gain followers for your own personal satisfaction, or trying to build and spread the word about your company’s brand, Instagram can be a very powerful media channel.

So who has the most Instagram followers? You may be surprised. According to Social Blade (socialblade.com) – here is the list of the Top 25 Instagram accounts showing their huge number of followers.

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Bellperre is the first luxury phone manufacturer in the world that makes each luxury phone based only upon a customer order.

Bellperre just announced they are introducing the world’s most refined luxury smartphone collection. It’s the Ultra Slim luxury smartphone, named Bellperre Touch. The new Bellperre Touch features the world’s largest surface of sapphire crystal glass ever used on a handset, in addition to utilizing the largest piece of leather on a single handset.

The new smartphone from Bellperre is also the world’s first to integrate “Touch Through Leather” technology. The Bellperre Touch frame is manufactured using corrosion-resistant, solid 316L stainless steel. This particular steel is the high-quality material used the finest luxury watch brands. The 316L stainless steel’s structure produces the ideal polished finish.

The new Bellperre smartphone features premier damage-resistance ratings and can withstand a wide range of challenging environments. The smartphone offers a perfectly polished, solid piece of sapphire crystal. The result is a crystal that delivers strength, is scratch-resistance, and has optical perfection.

Each Bellperre Touch smartphone is custom created with hand-bound in leather that’s procured from the best tanneries in the world. There are two leather options available – buffalo leather and alligator skin. These fine exotic leathers are available in 73 luxurious colors. The rare and exotic American alligator skin features a soft texture with clean, smooth scales.

Pricing for the new Bellperre Touch smartphone begins at around €2.600 for the 316L Steel, Buffalo leather version. The 316L Steel, Alligator Skin version is priced around €3.000.

If you are interested in buying the new Bellperre Touch smartphone, please contact us today to help with your purchase. Stay on top of the latest luxury technology news by following our luxury blog.

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Headquartered in San Francisco, WaterField Designs is an innovative designer and manufacturer of high quality bags and cases for tech-savvy consumers who desire a trendy and stylishly way to carry their technology.

WaterField Designs has just announced a new attaché – the Bolt Briefcase that was designed specifically to meet the evolving needs of both business travelers and tech professionals.

It’s perfect for techies and travelers who need to carry a variety of gadgets. Bolt Briefcase is an essential accessory for the modern workplace.

Mobile professionals fully understand the frustration on transporting your critical tech gadgets. How to get from point A to B without forgetting or damaging them? The new Bolt Briefcase is the answer. The bag offers classic lines and materials that age beautifully.

The Bolt Briefcase features two easy-access pockets that allow you to hold frequently-needed items such as your phone or wallet. The pockets cleverly closed with invisible magnets. In addition, a hidden, horizontal pocket that includes a waterproof zipper, holds items such as a tablet or your boarding pass.

The bag’s main compartment is very roomy and includes a padded laptop slot to keep it very well protected. There are two additional open-topped pockets to help you organize your business cards, pens, and similar items.

Whether you want a casual or professional look, the stylish Bolt Briefcase comes in your choice of rugged black ballistic nylon or durable tan waxed canvas. Pick from either black, chocolate or grizzly naturally-tanned, full-grain leather accents. The perfect way to customize your look!

For both convenience and a fashionable look, we like the detachable, suspension shoulder strap and even a wide slip that nicely fits over a rolling suitcase handle for easy transport. Dashing through that crowded airport to catch your next flight has never been easier.

You can choose between two Bolt Briefcase sizes. One will fit up to 13-inch laptops and the other will handle p to 17-inch laptops in addition to your accessories. The larger size can even store shoes and overnight accessories when needed. The Bolt is now also available in a 15-inch size.

Pricing for small size is $249 and has dimensions of 14.5″ x 10.5″ x 4”. The weight is only 1.95 lbs. The large bag is priced at $279 and is 17″ x 11.5″ x 5″ in size. It weights 2.95 lbs.

Available starting today, the Bolt Briefcase from WaterField Designs can ordered and custom made within five business days of order.

To learn more or order, please visit http://www.sfbags.com/products/bolt-briefcase

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Bear Grylls is a world-renowned survival expert and adventurer. He partnered with Parajet International to launch BG Paramotor for adventurers who strive to find additional ways of experiencing the world.

The new BG Paramotor can now provide stunning aerial views of some of the most hard to reach areas of the world. With flight time durations of up to 3 hours, BG Paramotor is ideal for long cross-country expeditions or extended local flying.

BG Paramotor is the simplest of all powered aircraft. With a small engine to drive a propeller, the device functions like a backpack under a paraglider wing. The engine provides thrust for take off and the ability to climb and maintain level flight.

Specially designed by Bear Grylls, he was quoted “I’m so excited by the launch of the BG Paramotor – I’m a huge fan of the sport and take every opportunity to take to the skies and explore. For me it is my escape!”

With BG Paramotor, now you can enjoy amazing aerial views and reach the remote back country, fly amongst the clouds and explore the distant landscape. It truly is a “one man personal powered flight.”

It get started could not be easier. Just strap on the backpack propeller and the powerful one man engine provides all the thrust your paraglider ‘wing’ needs to soar high. You will feel like a bird and be able to swoop and fly high above before returning to earth.

Attend the Bear Grylls Accredited Parajet Flight Academies and learn how to fly the BG Paramotor. The majority of students complete flight training within 10 days.

Storing and transporting BG Paramotor is quite simple. It’s easy to assemble and be taken in a large case or the trunk of your car.

The BG Paramotor Adventurer Package includes:<,b>
– BG Paramotor including a bespoke harness, wing and helmet
– 10 days training at BG Accredited Parajet Flight Academy
– Chassis Bag including first aid kit and water bottle pouch
– Prop Covers
– BG Ultimate Survival Knife
– Travel Luggage System including Travel Bag
– Spar case and Cage bag

The purchase price for the BG Paramotor Adventurer Package is £10,688 + VAT and includes all the equipment and training listed above.

This is the perfect Christmas gift for someone who loves the outdoors and wants to push the boundaries of adventure.

Bear Grylls has been an avid supporter of Parajet and used paramotors on many occasions. Most notably are two expeditions with flights over the remote jungle plateau of the Angel Falls in Venezuela, in addition to teaming up with Parajet founder Gilo Cardozo to fly over the summit of Everest in 2007

If you are ready to fly like an eagle or know somebody who would love owning the BG Paramotor, contact The Life of Luxury today. Keep up with other luxury travel news stories by following this luxury blog.

Hi-tech giant Apple continues to push the boundaries of technology and cement the brand as one of the leading innovative companies ever.

Last week in San Francisco, Apple unveiled it’s next generation iPhone – the iPhone 6 plus the highly anticipated Apple Watch.

The new Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are both larger than any Apple phone previously released. On the new iPhone 6 models, customers will be looking forward to larger screens and viewing richer video.

The new iPhones will definitely be the thinnest and most powerful mobile device models yet. You will be able to begin purchasing the new iPhone 6 this week on September 19. The new iPhone 6 will have a retail price of $200 and the new iPhone 6 Plus model will be priced at $200.

While other smartphone makers have been offering larger screens that have been extremely popular with consumers, Apple has been rather slow to adapt. But both the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus launches should quickly erase any frustration in the core, Apple customer base.

Many consumers like a bigger screen for browsing the Web, playing games and watching videos. The iPhone 6 will feature a 4.7 inch – 1334 x 750 IPS display. The iPhone 6 Plus is larger at 5.5 inches and a 1920 x 1080 pixel panel.

Both new models are manufactured from an anodized aluminium chassis so they won’t rust. The stainless steel Apple logo can be found on the back of each phone. For storage, Apple offers 3 different sizes – 16GB, 64GB and now a 128GB model.

The much anticipated Apple Watch features a square screen and comes in two different case sizes – 38mm and 42mm. The new Apple watch will come in gold, aluminum and stainless steel.
The 18 karat gold version will be named Watch Edition and stainless steel version will be called Watch Sport

It will be interesting to see the public reaction to the Apple Watch. As Samsung, Sony and Motorola have discovered, their smartwatches have not done nearly as well as expected. With Apple’s entry into the wearable market, it could stimulate the entire sector and spur much greater consumer interest. That of course, will turn into newer watch models and advanced features.

The Apple Watch will cost $350 and will be available for sale in stores and online in early 2015.

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Ever dream of traveling to the edge of space? Well now you can with World View. The commercial balloon spaceflight company, is offering private citizens a way of pioneering a new era of discovery at the edge of space. How cool is that?

World View currently offers unmanned commercial opportunities that reach an altitude limit of 130,000 feet. What is exciting is the company is now taking reservations for both manned flights and even private tours.

On June 18, World View launched a flight from Roswell International Air in Utah. The flight had a duration of 5 hours and was successful in completing a scaled test flight of its high-altitude balloon spaceflight system. The flight had even more significance as it also broke the world record for highest parafoil flight.

The goal of World View is by 2016, to have customers float up to the edge of space for an incredible two-hour sailing-like experience. Be taken away in a luxury, pressurized capsule that’s transported by a parafoil plus high-altitude balloon. In addition to private citizens enjoying the flight, it’s the ideal way to reach near-space environment for researchers, educators, private companies and even government agencies.

The flight conducted on June 18 tested several critical components needed for consumer flights. In addition, stunning imagery of the earth were captured.

To break the prior world record for Highest Parafoil Flight, the vehicle first rose up to an altitude of around 120,000 feet high. Next it backed down to about the 50,000 feet level. The parafoil was next deployed and began capturing data to help map the aerodynamic behavior of a parafoil while it was flying from the stratosphere.

The flight tested several essential components for consumer flights and captured breathtaking imagery of the view that will be afforded to Voyagers in 2016. The four primary areas that were tested include: Launch & Ground Operations, Redundant Landing System, Parafoil Aerodynamics and Precision Guided Landing.

This record breaking test flight also was the first voyage of World View’s Tycho vehicle. Tycho is a reusable commercial craft that allows research opportunities to be conducted in various fields, such as – surveillance, communications, first response, remote sensing plus micro-sat payload delivery.

If this has always been your dream then the time is now. World View is taking reservations for manned flights and private tours. Unmanned commercial opportunities up 130,000 feet are available today.

If being part of an incredible journey to the edge of space is your wish, then please contact The Life of Luxury and we can assist with your inquiry and reservations with World View. Do you enjoy reading stories like this? Come back often and follow this luxury blog.

With the 2014 World Cup in Brazil underway, the best soccer teams are still battling it out to be crowned the world champion. True football / soccer fans would love a way to follow the score of a game in progress. Take a look at the new Hotblack smart watch.

British physicist Richard Hoptroff and his company HotBlack London designed a luxury watch that not only tells the current date and time, but also the scores of any live soccer match in analog fashion.

The HotBlack Smartwatch is 44mm in diameter and made from 316L brushed stainless steel that’s been coated in black PVD. The result is a tough watch that’s high corrosion resistant. Although still a prototype, the new luxury watch also features a sapphire crystal glass that is scratch-proof.
The watch offers clean numbers and a simple black-and-white contrasting, color scheme.

The HotBlack Smartwatch is water resistant up to 50 meters or 5 atmosphere. The watch’s Lithium battery has a life of up to 3 years.

The Hotblack watch features four different dials. Each watch dial provide a different function. The primary dial presents the actual time during the day. The other three sub-dials offer various tasks that depend on if a soccer match is underway. Hotblack operates by transmitting data via Bluetooth technology. Just press of a button to see the live score of a soccer game plus the remaining time.

Experienced watchmaker and designer Richard Hoptroff was quoted, “In today’s society, watches have become items of luxury, rather than utility. Keeping that in mind, we constructed Hotblack from some of the highest quality materials on the planet.”

Hotblack is from Hoptroff London, who are both designers and purveyors of luxurious timepieces. Hotblack launched a Kickstarter campaign today to raise £23,000 GBP (~$39,000 USD). When available for retail, the luxury watch is expected to be priced at about £990 GBP or $1,650 USD.

If you are in the market for a luxury watch, like the new Hotblack watch, please contact The Life of Luxury. Read this luxury blog to keep up on the latest luxury watch industry news.

Are you tired of having one of same cell phones that everybody else has? Sometimes the only difference is a cheap plastic case. Well now you can create your made to order luxury phone from BELLPEERE.

Founded in 2005, BELLPERRE designs mobile phones that represent the timeless European design and fashionable way of life. The company’s goal is to take the best things in life and design minimalistic and beautiful masterpieces.

BELLPERRE recently announced they are now offering the world’s first Made To Order luxury phones – named Phone Unique. Their new service allows customers to create their own luxury phone that will be personally made in their Amsterdam workshop. The custom cell phones are made with the finest materials.

You can go the company’s web site www.bellperre.com and choose between various design choices. The cool thing is instantly see see what your custom cell phone will look like. Want to make a change? No worries, keep trying until you have that perfect, virtual one-off.

The result is that BELLPERRE now becomes the world’s first and only luxury phone manufacturer to make each phone after customer’s customized instructions.

Once an order is received, BELLPERRE ships your luxury cell phone at no charge within three weeks anywhere in the worldwide. Also be assured that each phone is supported by the International Warranty service plan.

BELLPERRE provides an enormous amount of customization services. First, select a frame in a fine authentic finishing. Choose from Black Steel, Polished Steel, Brushed Steel, 24K Yellow Gold finish or 18K Rose Gold finish.

Next, pick from over 100 different colors of finest exotic leathers. Add a classic touch with your personal engraving in any color.

Feature phones come with keypads, so you can choose from greater than 80 languages, including both Arabic and Cyrillic keypads. Want to go a little exotic? How about a genuine Red Python leather upgrade?

Luxury phones from BELLPERRE only utilize the finest materials, such as Unscratchable Sapphire Crystal, 316L Stainless Steel, 18K Gold, Genuine Exotic Leather, in addition to the finest diamonds and woods. Exotic leather is sourced directly from the finest European tanneries. Options include: Genuine Lizard, Genuine Crocodile, Genuine Shark, Genuine Ostrich, Genuine Buffalo, plus Genuine Python.

In the near future, BELLPERRE will be announcing a new Android luxury phone. This new cell phone will also be able to be customized. The company plans to focus their design efforts on greater battery life and call quality. They want to enhance the keyboard to make placing calls much easier.

If you are interested in learning more about a custom luxury phone from BELLPERRE, or would like to purchase one please contact The Life of Luxury. Follow the best technology announcements by reading this luxury blog.

New York City has always been a city of firsts. Well now you can enjoy a new, must-see exhibition – Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. The first Marvel’s Avengers blockbuster movie opened in 2012 and was a smashing success. Now you can enjoy a first-ever interactive, immersive Marvel Super Hero experience.

The new Marvel experience is based on the record breaking Hollywood movie series – Marvel’s The Avengers. The exhibition is a result of a creative collaboration between Marvel Entertainment, Victory Hill Exhibitions, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) plus the National Academy of Sciences.

The incredible Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. exhibition will be located at Discovery Times Square in New York City and premieres this Friday, May 30, 2014.

Now you can morph into the world of The Avengers with this incredibly immersive, interactive exhibit experience!

Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. (Scientific Training and Tactical Intelligence Operative Network) is a thrilling joy

ride that brings the science behind Marvel Super Heroes to life. Gamedesk is leading EdTech innovator and developed S.T.E.M. which stands for – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics specifically for this exhibition.

As part of the experience, you’ll interact with various Marvel’s The Avengers characters, including: Iron Man, Captain America, The Hulk, Thor, plus others.

Uncover the secret origins of these fictional characters. It’s a deep dive into the world of Marvel Cinematic Universe. You can discover a wide variety of classified studies, intelligence files, in addition to amazing experiments that helps define who these characters really are and how they came to be.

For those fans who remember the mighty Battle of New York, you’ll be granted secret access to some of S.H.I.E.L.D.’s most highly guarded, recovered artifacts. For example, view first hand – Loki’s Scepter, the Tesseract Portal Device, Captain America’s Birth Pod, plus the hermetically sealed Chitauri.

You’ll feel you’re really involved in a simulated recruitment, just like being trained as a top agent of S.H.I.E.L.D.

For astronomy lovers, visitors can map out the stars to find Asgard. In addition, other exhibits include learning how to operate the suit worn by Iron Man, personally test your physical abilities against Captain America, and even view the neurological effects when mild Bruce Banner transforms into the great green, beast – the Hulk.

The new Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N Exhibition in New York City should not be missed. It will leave you with a lasting impression and memories of being superhuman for a day.

Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. tickets are now available for sale at the box office or online at: http://www.discoverytsx.com/exhibitions/avengers

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