Donald Sterling reneges on $2 Billion LA Clippers sale to Steve Ballmer

Just when we thought the US $2 billion sale of the Los Angeles Clippers to Steve Ballmer was a done deal, we are now hearing that Donald Sterling, who we thought gave his wife the power to sell the team, has decided to block the deal. What's more, Sterling is going after the NBA with a $1 billion lawsuit. How do you like that? Sterling's reason, "I love the team and have dedicated 33 years of my life to the organization. I intend to fight to keep the team." It's awkward and disappointing for Steve Ballmer who thought he had sealed the deal and had an NBA team to own. Is Sterling really going to war against the association or is he angling for a bigger paycheck?

Marantz unveils new super-slim Network AV receiver NR1605 with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Marantz, a world leader in advanced audio technologies, is now offering a new super-slim network AV Receiver for design and space-conscious home entertainment enthusiasts with built in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Following the footsteps of its highly acclaimed predecessors, the new NR1605 packs the same punch as larger models, delivering true-to-life surround sound and superior video, but without needing a large, imposing home entertainment  unit to house it.

With Bluetooth and Wi-Fi built-in, users can enjoy digital media files on this beautiful set wherever they are stored - wirelessly. The NR1605 (MSRP $749) is expected to be available beginning in July 2014 at select Marantz dealers and online.

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Olympus introduces premium kits for the OM-D E-M10

If you love cameras, you gotta love the Olympus premium kit for their OM-D E-M10. Which includes the E-M10 body, a new M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm pancake zoom lens plus a smart looking colour coordinated genuine leather neck strap and OM-D lens cap. The premium kit costs $ 1099.99 and ship in June, it is available in orange, vintage green and black-lizard skin designs.

Honeywell dives deep into home automation and thermostats with Lyric

While companies like Google (through Nest) and Apple (through HomeKit) are starting to develop ecosystems and solutions for smart thermostats and remote control via smartphones, veterans like Honeywell are making their move with solutions that stem from years of expertise. The new Lyric thermostat from Honeywell is connected to your and your family members’ smartphones, it can detect when you’re home or away, and can automatically adjust your home’s temperature according to the preferences you’ve previously set."

The location and proximity awareness plays a part in saving energy in your house while your'e away and then controlling it as you make your way back so it is perfect when you get in. An entiicing proposition no doubt. Where Honeywell leads, others are sure to follow. According to VentureBeat, "Honeywell will first sell its Lyric thermostat through its professional channels for $279, and it will launch the product in Lowe’s on August 1."

Source: VentureBeat