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Cool Concept: Samsung Aqua (3 pics)

Eugene.Kim — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:32:02 +0000

South Korean designer Ku Bon Seop conceptualized this wicked cell phone interface he dubbed, “Samsung AQUA.” Apparently, Ku got the idea by playing with water droplets on a table.

The phone appears to be made of water, but it’s actually just a illusion that is manipulated by an electrical current. To make an icon disappear, simply rub it and the liquid will dissipate. AQUA runs on a liquid-type battery that further supports the transparency of the phone.

Ku Bon Seop
via my modern metropolis, the design blog, downloadatoz, core77

Korean War Photos and Reenactment

Eugene.Kim — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 09:50:02 +0000

As a second generation Korean American, I’ve heard stories about the Korean War from my parents and grandparents. Even with these firsthand accounts, it was always difficult for me to visualize the events that actually occurred during those turbulent times.

Recently, I came across two interesting photo sets that shed a little more light on the matter. The first, by The Big Picture, contains a great collection of photographs which were taken during the war.

The second set, “Re-Enacting the Korean War” by TIME, includes photos taken this month at a historical re-enactment of the Nakdong River battle, which took place in the first year of the 1950-53 Korean War.

Remembering the Korean War, 60 years ago – The Big Picture
Re-Enacting the Korean War – TIME

Maangchi’s Food Photo Contest

Michelle — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 23:12:35 +0000

Korean cooking guru Maangchi is hosting a food photo contest judged by New York Times food photography and blogging experts. Ten winners will be chosen by the judges and 10 winners will be determined by readers’ votes. The undisclosed prizes will be sponsored by Sempio and Assi food brands.

Hey, all you Asians out there, we know you love taking pictures of food, so get to work!

What Should SuChin wear to the VMAs?

Michelle — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:05:18 +0000

Help her decide.

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Monday Giveaway (On Tuesday!): Autographed Oak & Gorski CDs

KoreAm — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:14:07 +0000

Oak and Gorski, a Los Angeles-based “cello rock” duo made of Ken Oak and Ed Gorski, has a new EP coming out in December. Titled “Love Destroyer,” the album soars with soul-soothing chords and heartfelt vocals, the stuff these guys are known for.

Check out the rad cover.

The tracklist:

If I Could Tell You
Mountains
New York
Love Destroyer
Burn The Bridge

But as an indie label, Oak & Gorski need our help. They’ve set up a Kickstarter page to raise the funding necessary to release and market this record. Help them reach their goal of $10,000 and get some super cool rewards along the way (like private house concerts and cello lessons with Ken — sweet!)

Watch this video to learn more about the project.

To help spread the word, Oak & Gorski are giving one lucky iamKoreAm.com reader a signed copy of last year’s album, “Good Advice, Bad Advice” and a reserved signed copy of the new album, “Love Destroyer.”

To enter, just leave a comment by 5 p.m. PST on Friday, September 10. Link to this giveaway on Twitter (and mention @KoreAm) for an extra entry. Two entries max per person.

Good luck!