Beyond Tech

IN THIS WEEKEND UPGRADE:

• Mind Reading Glasses, Exoskeleton pants, BMW 2 Series, iPhones, AI pet collar

• A luxury ‘Auberge’ escape to Chileno Bay in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

• Moët Hennessy/Beyoncé whiskey, Armani/Ristorante, Best US Wine Regions

• Trump Biopic, Twice Upon A Time In Shaolin?, ‘Polostan,’ by Neal Stephenson

TOP CONSUMER TECH

Glasses That Peer Inside Your Mind - Emteq Labs unveils smart glasses that use advanced sensors and AI to track your facial movements and emotional states.

$5K AI "Movewear" Pants - Exoskeleton hiking pants by Arc’teryx and wearable technology startup Skip launch in 2025, but you can rent and try a pair out now.

Gen-2 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe - The turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder gets a new powertrain for extra horsepower. On sale from March 2025 starting at $40,775.

Apple - Foldable iphones are reportedly coming in 2025, and Apple Smart Glasses to rival Meta's Ray-Bans specs are expected to launch in 2027.

Talking AI Pet Collar - Personifi AI’s ‘Shazam’ voice-activated AI collar let’s your pet talk back to you from $495 + a subscription by measuring many variables with ML.

LUXURY TRAVEL

An Escape to Chileno Bay (Cabo San Lucas)

Nestled in the heart of Cabo San Lucas, Chileno Bay Resort offers a perfect blend of luxury and family-friendly amenities. We took a break from the digital world to immerse ourselves in this seaside escape. This resort redefines "The Auberge Life" with its exceptional concierge service, stunning suites featuring private plunge pools, and three infinity pools overlooking the Sea of Cortez. The resort boasts Cabo's only swimmable beach and an H2O Cave for water adventures, making it an ideal destination for both relaxation and excitement.

Culinary delights abound at Chileno Bay, from the beachside TNT Taco Bar to the Michelin-recommended COMAL restaurant. Guests can indulge in fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and unique cocktails while enjoying breathtaking ocean views. The resort also offers an agave tasting experience, providing a flavorful journey through Mexico's rich spirit heritage.

For those seeking the ultimate escape from the digital world, Chileno Bay delivers a rare balance of adventure, relaxation, and luxury. With its world-class spa, fitness classes, and nearby sister property Esperanza, the resort caters to every need. Whether you're a tech innovator looking to disconnect or a family in search of a memorable vacation, Chileno Bay promises an unforgettable experience that embodies the essence of "The Auberge Life."

Read the full article and discover more about this extraordinary getaway!

FOOD AND DRINK

SirDavis Whiskey - Moët Hennessy and Beyoncé teamed up to launch a new whiskey masterminded by Bill Lumsden, the distiller behind LVMH-owned Scottish single-malt’s Glenmorangie and Ardbeg.

Armani/ Ristorante - This fall, legendary fashion designer, Giorgio Armani, 90, is opening a new restaurant on Madison Avenue, New York to celebrate beautiful food.

The Best Wine Regions - A list of the best wine regions in the US, From Napa to the Chesapeake Bay. Wherever you are, and wherever you’d like to be, there’s wine.

ARTS & CULTURE

Inside The Fight To Release The Apprentice - Why it took months to release the Donald Trump biopic that took the Cannes Film Festival by storm this year.

Twice Upon A Time In Shaolin? - Martin Shkreli to testify as to how many copies of Wu-Tang Clan’s rare ‘Once Upon A Time In Shaolin’ album could be in circulation.

Book Review: ‘Polostan,’ by Neal Stephenson - “Polostan,” by the legendary author of cyberpunk classic, Snowcrash, sets up a historical fiction series about espionage and revolution in the early 20th century.