# footwear (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover footwear. Page: Feed: --- ## [Klay Thompson Expected to Join Miami Heat Following Mavericks Contract Buyout](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/nba-trade-deal-klay-thompson-join-miami-heat-following-mavericks-contract-buyout) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Klay Thompson is expected to sign with the Miami Heat after clearing waivers following his contract buyout from the Dallas MavericksThe four-time NBA champion requested a buyout from Dallas to join a title contenderThompson will bolster Miami's perimeter shooting alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo The Miami Heat are expected to sign four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson… ## [Monterey Car Week Is a Five-Day Extravaganza of Automotive Aspiration](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/monterey-car-week-quail-concours-kith-bmw-carmel-recap) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Monterey Car Week just concluded last weekend, and we learned quite a lot for this year's iteration. Each year, droves of car enthusiasts flock to Northern California for the annual Monterey Car Week held across the namesake town, as well as the neighboring town of Carmel, to witness the absolute best of the best in car culture. The range of automobiles that arrive are inherently wide, varying… ## [Your Next Rain-Ready Footwear Favorite Has Finally Arrived With the SOREL Ambler Mule](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/sorel-ambler-mule) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ The slip-on culture has fully taken over modern footwear, but SOREL just stepped into the arena with a move that feels equal parts heritage flex and tactical upgrade. Enter the Ambler—a low-profile mule that takes the unmistakable design DNA of SOREL’s legendary Canadian Caribou boot and transforms it into a lightweight, year-round staple. Debuting for Fall ’26 at an accessible $130 price point,… ## [Fugazi Draws Crowds for $5 Shoes & Supreme Chief Creative Steps Down in This Week's Top Fashion News](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/fugazi-reese-cooper-palace-supreme-reebok-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ SummarySupreme’s CCO departed after 22 years, while Palace Skateboards and Reese Cooper expanded with new retail spaces.Fugazi dropped a canceled collaboration with Vans for just $5.Reebok debuted 3D-printed kicks, and Awake NY delivered bootleg-inspired luxury Air Jordan 6s.How a Cancelled Fugazi x Vans Collab Led to $5 USD ShoesWhen Vans canceled its highly anticipated collaboration with… ## [Kenny Schachter Says Stop Complaining About Art and Do More](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/kenny-schachter-state-of-art-hypeart-spotlight) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary 'State of Art' is a new HypeArt series inviting artists, curators, collectors and other leading voices to weigh in on the ideas, debates and cultural shifts shaping contemporary art. Through intimate questions and personal recommendations, the series offers a closer look at what is exciting the art world, what needs to change and where things may be heading next. Kenny Schachter has never… ## [Central Cee, Cole Palmer and More Take Coca-Cola's London Football Event](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/coca-cola-cc-cup-central-cee-london-event-recap) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ For its second season as the official soft drink partner of the Premier League, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar has been shining the spotlight on football culture through its “Taste Every Second” campaign. With the visuals soundtracked by Central Cee, the brand went on to host a music-meets-football celebration, harnessing the energy and passion of the sport’s diehard fans. The event took place earlier this… ## [An Official Look at JENNIE’s adidas Superstar Square Ballet Shoe](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/jennie-adidas-originals-superstar-square-ballet-off-white-lb3786-core-black-lb3787-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Name: JENNIE x adidas Originals Superstar Square BalletColorway: Off White/Core Black/Core White, Core Black/Core Black/Offf WhiteSKU: LB3786, LB3787MSRP: $150 USDRelease Date: September 1Where to Buy: adidasThe JENNIE x adidas Originals Superstar Square Ballet builds directly on the momentum of the recently teased collab between adidas and BLACKPINK's JENNIE.Set to be unveiled alongside a broader… ## [Studio Mir and Brian Tyree Henry Team Up for Netflix Original ‘Bass X Machina’](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/netflix-bass-x-machina-official-teaser-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Netflix released the teaser for Bass X Machina , confirming a global premiere date of November 3, 2026.Animated by Studio Mir, the steampunk Western stars Brian Tyree Henry as lawman Bass Reeves.The series blends historical frontier lore with steam-powered mechs, cyberware and industrial soundscapes. Netflix has officially released the first teaser trailer for Bass X Machina, an upcoming… ## [BAPE and ©SAINT Mxxxxxx Serve Up Aged Streetwear and Can Stools](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/bape-saint-mxxxxxx-fall-winter-2026-capsule-collaboration-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary BAPE and ©SAINT Mxxxxxx rework 1990s American subcultural motifs through a distressed "new vintage" lens.Features graphic tees, long-sleeves, socks and a collectible Can Stool.Drops today via ©SAINT Mxxxxxx retailers and August 23 via BAPE. BAPE has partnered with ©SAINT Mxxxxxx for a collaborative collection that filters iconic archive motifs through a signature "new vintage" lens.Split… ## [Diptyque Debuts “Les Rituels de Soin” Body Care and Artisanal Home Range](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/diptyque-les-rituels-de-soin-collection-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Diptyque's Les Rituels de Soin Collection draws inspiration from ancient bathing rituals.Morning and evening routines feature candles, gels, oils, scrubs and balms crafted with natural ingredients.Releasing in September, the collection includes decorative objects, refillable packaging, and sustainable materials like recycled oyster shell terrazzo. Diptyque has unveiled its Les Rituels de… ## [Stay updated on your professional world (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Xzwem8sNItha) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Keep in touch with people you know, build your career. ## [YOKE Readies Third Drop of Its FW26 Collection](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/yoke-fall-winter-2026-drop-3-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary YOKE FW26 Drop 3 launches August 22, 2026.The collection highlights calf leather jackets, corduroy coveralls, pleated trousers and alpaca knitwear.Available via YOKE’s online store, flagship and select stockists. Japanese label YOKE returns with the third Fall/Winter 2026 delivery. The collection highlights premium outerwear, knitwear and trousers, with standout pieces including Calf Nappa… ## [COMME des GARÇONS Imbues Neon Accents To Fred Perry’s Piqué Polo Shirts](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/comme-des-garcons-shirt-fred-perry-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Fred Perry has once again joined forces with COMME des GARÇONS to reinterpret its signature polo shirt. The collaboration reimagines the British brand’s classic piqué polo with bold, neon-accented embroidery. Available in two colorways - Black with Neon Green and Black with Neon Pink - the shirts retain Fred Perry’s signature cotton piqué fabric, regular fit, and twin tipping at the collar and… ## [‘Fool Night’ Will Premiere on Netflix This November](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/fool-night-anime-teaser-netflix-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Bandai Namco Filmworks released a new teaser for Fool Night , confirming a global Netflix premiere on November 26, 2026.Co-animated by Sunrise and Shaft, the dystopian sci-fi series adapts Kasumi Yasuda’s award-winning manga about human-to-plant "transfloration." Bandai Namco Filmworks has released a new teaser trailer for Fool Night, officially announcing that the anime will premiere… ## [The First Dedicated Jellyfish Museum in the US Opens in South Florida](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/jellyfish-museum-opens-in-floridas-repurposed-bank-space) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary The private Jellyfish Museum has officially opened in Florida as the first facility in the United States dedicated exclusively to the aquatic predators.Founded by Ukrainian refugees Alex and Yana Yanovsky, the destination houses roughly 20 distinct species inside customized saltwater tanks and immersive digital environments. The Jellyfish Museum has officially opened its doors just north… ## [LEGO Pays Homage to Ayrton Senna With 931-Piece F1 Helmet Set](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/lego-editions-ayrton-senna-helmet-joins-f1-collection) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary LEGO unveiled a 931-piece set (#43024) recreating Ayrton Senna’s iconic yellow, green, and blue Brazilian racing helmet.The set features printed vintage sponsor logos, brand-new helmet printing techniques, and custom curved builds.Includes an Ayrton Senna minifigure in a Senninha cartoon tee, a mini helmet and a signed display plaque for $89.99 USD. LEGO expanded its Formula 1 Helmet… ## [Amazon Scales Prime Air Drone Network to Nearly 500 US Cities](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/amazon-prime-air-drones-expand-to-500-us-cities) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Amazon announced a massive expansion of its Prime Air drone delivery service, aiming to serve nearly 500 US cities and towns by the end of 2026.New service areas scheduled for launch include metropolitan hubs in Atlanta, Boise, Chicago, Cleveland and Syracuse.The network utilizes MK30 drones to transport lightweight packages in roughly 60 minutes without generating traditional vehicle… ## [Voltempo Reimagines Heavy Logistics With a "Box on Wheels" Electric Lorry](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/voltempo-cabless-autonomous-lorry-boosts-freight-capacity) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary UK electric vehicle specialist Voltempo is developing a cabless 15.6-meter autonomous rigid lorry designed to maximize cargo capacity and minimize vehicle weight.Prototype testing is scheduled for late 2027 at a dedicated track in South Wales with initial commercial deliveries expected to begin in mid-2028. UK electric vehicle specialist Voltempo is engineering a cabless autonomous rigid… ## [Mattel Integrates Secret Cheat Codes into 3,509-Piece Original Xbox Replica](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/mattel-brick-shop-original-xbox-11-set-celebrates-25-years) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Mattel unveiled a 3,509-piece, $330 1:1 scale building set recreating the original Xbox console and its classic "Duke" controller for the platform's 25th anniversary.The interior houses removable dioramas and 12 NanoWorld figures celebrating Halo: Combat Evolved , Morrowind and Psychonauts . Nostalgia meets detailed craftsmanship as Mattel has announced a massive 1:1 scale building brick… ## [Hyundai Debuts Boxy “Art of Steel” Aesthetic on the 2027 Tucson](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/hyundai-2027-tucson-debuts-with-boxy-design-xrt-trim) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Hyundai unveiled the fifth-generation 2027 Tucson, showcasing a larger, boxier design inspired by the brand’s recent Crater concept.The redesigned interior debuts the centrally mounted Pleos infotainment system, replacing the previous model's dual-screen layout. Hyundai unveiled the new 2027 Hyundai Tucson, introducing a radical departure from the curvier outgoing model. The… ## [Can-Am Drops Two Unrestricted SxS Concepts to Signal Future Design Direction](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/can-am-defender-prerunner-and-maverick-r-xray-concepts) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Can-Am unveiled the Defender Prerunner and Maverick R XRay, two non-production side-by-side concepts exploring extreme off-road design.The Defender Prerunner boasts a 6x6 configuration with 35-inch tires and an integrated LinQ bed built for hardcore desert race support. Can-Am introduced two wild side-by-side concepts that push the boundaries of extreme all-terrain engineering. Dubbed the… ## [Snapshot Showdown on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/3KxhrTb4vaV4) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Available on Google Play for Android devices. ## [EVANGELION:95 Drops Third Impact Graphics and Distressed Caps for Its Second FW26 Drop](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/neon-genesis-evangelion-95-fall-winter-2026-drop-2-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary EVANGELION:95 FW26 Drop 2 delivers four graphic tees, two caps and a stole featuring a large colored illustration of Rei Ayanami.Designs spotlight iconic anime scenes from both the 1995 Neon Genesis Evangelion and The End of Evangelion .Available now via the EVANGELION:95 webstore. Following up on its earlier release this month, EVANGELION:95 returns with the second delivery of its… ## [‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2’ Teaser Locks in Official Netflix Release Date](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/cyberpunk-edgerunners-2-anime-teaser-netflix-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Netflix confirmed Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 officially premieres globally on October 20, 2026.Produced with Studio Trigger, the standalone 10-episode sequel returns to Night City with a fresh cast.English and Japanese dubbed teasers showcase hyper-kinetic action centered on revenge and redemption. Netflix has unveiled a new teaser for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, confirming the anime’s… ## [Kohei Ogawa Expands His Storybook Universe With ‘Green Cow Garden’ Pop-up in Hong Kong](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/kohei-ogawa-green-cow-pop-up-belowground-landmark-hong-kong-interview-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Hong Kong’s BELOWGROUND at LANDMARK is hosting an exclusive pop-up event from August 15 - 31 with Japanese artist and illustrator Kohei Ogawa. Presented by HOW2WORK CTC and organized by regional collectible distributor SAKA SAKA, the Green Cow Garden Pop-Up Store serves as both an immersive gallery and a curated retail space. Bringing Ogawa’s beloved, idyllic universe to life, the two-week event… ## [Czapek Reverses Its Escapement for the Skeletonized Promenade Transparencies Aqua Blue Watch](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/czapek-the-promenade-transparencies-aqua-blue-release-info) _2026-08-21 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Czapek introduces the Promenade Transparencies Aqua Blue, limited to 38 pieces, featuring a smoked sapphire dial with blue fumé gradient.Powered by the skeletonized Calibre SXH7, showcasing dual‑sided finishing and recycled platinum micro‑rotor.Available for pre-order now via Czapek. Czapek has expanded its openworked line with the launch of the Promenade Transparencies Aqua Blue, a… ## [Toyota Uses Acoustic “Plastic Hammer” Diagnostic Tool To Solve Massive V6 Engine Recall](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/toyota-v35a-hammer-test-diagnoses-tundra-engine-recall) _2026-08-20 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Toyota has introduced a "V35A Crank Bearing Inspection" for its recalled 3.4-liter twin-turbo V-6 engines that involves striking the crankshaft pulley with a custom plastic hammer.Technicians attach an accelerometer to measure resonant frequencies and identify internal bearing damage from manufacturing debris without requiring a full engine teardown. Toyota engineers have devised an… ## [McDonald’s Launches Dessert-Inspired Caramel Apple Pie Coffee Lineup](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/mcdonalds-caramel-apple-pie-coffee-arrives-for-fall) _2026-08-20 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary McDonald’s introduced a limited-time Caramel Apple Pie coffee lineup as its featured seasonal offering for fall 2026.The new menu includes four distinct beverage options including iced coffee, hot or iced lattes and a blended frappe.Each drink combines apple and caramel flavoring with the chain’s bold coffee and is topped with salted caramel whipped cream and apple pie crumbles. McDonald’s… ## [Toyota Celebrates 60 Years of Corolla With Limited 2027 Special Edition](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/toyota-corolla-60th-anniversary-special-edition-revealed) _2026-08-20 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Toyota unveiled the limited 2027 Corolla 60th Anniversary Special Edition based on the Hybrid SE trim.Features two-tone 18-inch wheels, custom badging, Supersonic Red paint, black/red sport seats, and a 10.5-inch touchscreen.Capped at 2,500 US units, the 138-hp hybrid model arrives in early 2027. Toyota officially unveiled the 2027 Corolla alongside a new 60th Anniversary Special Edition… ## [‘Dune: Part Three’ Unleashes Final Chapter Visuals in Latest Teaser Footage](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/dune-part-three-imax-tickets-crash-sites-nationwide) _2026-08-20 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Three triggered online queues and immediate box office sellouts as advance tickets went live.Filmed with IMAX cameras, the sci-fi epic delivers 71 minutes of exclusive expanded aspect ratio footage.Early December screenings hit 25 specialized US 70mm IMAX theaters days before its official December 18 premiere. Denis Villeneuve’s highly anticipated Dune: Part… ## [Vine Reboot “Divine” Drops Waitlist and Opens to the Public](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/divine-vine-reboot-opens-publicly-with-ai-ban) _2026-08-20 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Divine, an unofficial successor to Vine led by early Twitter architect Evan Henshaw-Plath, has ended its invite-only phase and is now available to the general public.The decentralized application maintains the beloved 6-second looping video format and features a classic feed containing over 2 million restored videos from the original Vine archive. Divine, the highly anticipated Vine reboot… ## [Cadillac Challenges European Hypercar Houses With Track-Only V-One Concept](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/cadillac-v-one-hypercar-concept-unleashed-at-monterey) _2026-08-20 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Cadillac unveiled the single-seat V-One concept, built on Dallara’s carbon monocoque from the V-Series.R prototype.Freed from race rules, its naturally aspirated 5.5-liter V8 hybrid pushes 830 horsepower.Featuring a silver-to-navy endurance paint gradient, Cadillac is evaluating a limited run for private collectors. Cadillac disrupted Monterey Car Week by unveiling the V-One at The Quail,… ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/0PcqRipu2nfW) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Apple Leaks Unreleased Devices Weeks Ahead of Annual September Event](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/apple-iphone-18-iphone-ultra-leak-from-macos-tahoe) _2026-08-20 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Code references found in the macOS Tahoe 27.6 release candidate have revealed identifiers for over 10 upcoming Apple devices across the iPhone, Mac and smart home product lines.The leak highlights the development of the iPhone 18 series, a foldable iPhone Ultra model, a new home hub running homeOS and camera-equipped AirPods designed for Visual Intelligence features. Apple accidentally… ## [WIND AND SEA Reunite With ‘Parappa the Rapper’ for a Special 30th Anniversary Collection](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/parappa-the-rapper-wind-and-sea-30th-anniversary-collection-release-info) _2026-08-20 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary WIND AND SEA pairs with 'PaRappa the Rapper' for a 30th-anniversary capsule featuring new Rodney Greenblat artwork.Includes rhinestone tees, "96" zip hoodies, kids' apparel, keyholders and woven lifestyle blankets.Launches August 22, 2026, alongside a special pop-up at Shinsaibashi PARCO. WIND AND SEA has reconnected with PaRappa the Rapper once more for a commemorative collection… ## [‘Mononoke the Movie: Chapter III – The Curse of the Serpent’ Lands on Netflix Next Month](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/netflix-mononoke-the-movie-chapter-iii-the-curse-of-the-serpent-release-info) _2026-08-20 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Mononoke the Movie: Chapter III – The Curse of the Serpent streams on Netflix starting September 29, 2026.Produced by Studio Kafka and Twin Engine, the film concludes the Edo Castle horror trilogy.The story focuses on the Midaidokoro as a vengeful serpent god threatens the empire. Following its theatrical bow in Japan earlier this year, Mononoke the Movie: Chapter III – The Curse of the… ## [Ben Quilty Makes the World Scream in 'Devil/God'](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/ben-quilty-makes-the-world-scream-in-devil-god) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Ben Quilty makes his New York solo debut with 'Devil/God' at albertz benda.The exhibition explores masculinity, power, religion, climate collapse and institutional violence.Drawing from Arthur Conan Doyle’s 'When the World Screamed,' Quilty frames the show as a response to a world pushed to breaking point. Australian artist Ben Quilty is making his New York solo debut with Devil/God, a new… ## [Official Look at the INVINCIBLE®, MADNESS and ASICS’ Collaborative GEL-KAYANO 12.1](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/invincible-madness-asics-gel-kayano-12-1-1203b150-250-release-info) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Name: INVINCIBLE® x MADNESS x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 12.1Colorway: TBCSKU: 1203B150.250MSRP: TBCRelease Date: August 23Where to Buy: INVINCIBLE®, MADNESS, ASICSFollowing their successful reimagining of the GEL-NIMBUS 10.1 in 2025, INVINCIBLE and ASICS have reunited to introduce their first three-way collaboration alongside menswear label MADNESS. Choosing the GEL-KAYANO 12.1 as their canvas, the… ## [LEGARE Debuts With a Double-Balance Titanium Watch](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/legare-chapter-i-1-agp-inverted-watch-release-info) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary LEGARE debuts with the Chapter 1 AGP Inverted watch.Reimagines a 1932 double-balance pocket watch mechanism by Albert-Gustave Piguet.Features a 37.5mm titanium case; limited to 50 pieces at around $110,000 USD. LEGARE has officially launched its debut creation: the Chapter 1 AGP Inverted, a watch that reimagines Albert‑Gustave Piguet’s 1932 double‑balance pocket watch. Founded by Wei Koh… ## [nonnative and Converse Re-Release the All Star GORE-TEX Centerzip Ox](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/converse-nonnative-all-star-gore-tex-centerzip-ox-re-release-info) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Name: nonnative x Converse All Star GORE-TEX Centerzip OxColorway: “Ivory”SKU: NN-F4851MSRP: ¥25,000 JPY (approx. $157 USD)Release Date: August 22Where to Buy: nonnative, ConverseFollowing an initially successful launch, nonnative and Converse are re-releasing their All Star GORE-TEX Centerzip Ox this week.Dressed in a tonal, ivory-white upper, the shoe utilizes a premium waterproof GORE-TEX… ## [Mercedes-Benz’s C-Class Gets an EV-Inspired Facelift for 2027](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/mercedes-benz-c-class-2027-facelift-adds-ev-inspired-face) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Mercedes-Benz refreshed the gas-powered 2027 C-Class with an illuminated six-point grille and star-shaped LED headlights.The cabin adds MB.OS with AI assistance, Dolby Atmos sound, and returns physical steering wheel controls.Featuring a 255-hp turbocharged inline-four with 48-volt assistance, the sedan arrives in US showrooms in early 2027. Mercedes-Benz is blurring the visual lines… ## [Fairphone Officially Launches the Modular (Gen 6+) Smartphone in the US](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/fairphone-gen-6-repairable-smartphone-launches-in-us) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Dutch tech brand Fairphone officially launched its repairable, ethical Fairphone (Gen 6+) handset in the US for $650 USD.Featuring a 10/10 iFixit score, the phone includes a screwdriver to easily swap 12 modular components like screens and batteries. Dutch tech manufacturer Fairphone has officially brought its flagship mobile hardware to the United States. Following a successful decade in… ## [Reddit Tests AI-Voice Video Feature That Turns Classic Text Threads Into TikTok-Style Clips](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/reddit-tests-ai-voice-videos-for-text-threads) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Reddit is testing an experiment that transforms traditional text threads into TikTok-style portrait videos with AI voice narration.Inspired by popular third-party narrators, CEO Steve Huffman introduced the feature to natively capture background listening audiences. Reddit has officially begun a limited experiment to modernize its platform experience by turning existing text threads into… ## [Euro 7 Regulations Threaten Future of Audi’s 2.5-Liter Turbocharged Engine](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/audi-rs3-inline-five-engine-survival-under-euro-7) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Audi Sport is actively exploring ways to keep its legendary 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine alive for another generation.Strict Euro 7 emissions rules demand costly hardware overhauls that are difficult to justify on a niche, low-volume engine. The distinctive roar of the Audi RS3 might not be silenced just yet. For half a century, the odd-cylindered inline-five engine has served as a… ## [Sony CEO Confirms PlayStation 6 Launch Date Remains Indefinitely Delayed](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/playstation-6-timeline-unclear-as-sony-axes-physical-discs) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki confirmed the company has not yet set an internal launch window or pricing strategy for the PlayStation 6, citing a global memory crisis complicating hardware timelines.Rising component costs fueled by the massive demand for RAM in artificial intelligence data centers have already pushed PlayStation 5 prices to record highs. Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki has confirmed that… ## [Apple Accidentally Leaks Camera-Equipped AirPods in macOS Tahoe Update](https://hypebeast.com/2026/8/apple-camera-equipped-airpods-leak-with-visual-intelligence) _2026-08-19 · info@hypebeast.com (Hypebeast) · Hypebeast_ Summary Apple inadvertently leaked a demonstration video for unreleased camera-equipped AirPods within the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate.The footage showcases a new Siri integration called Visual Intelligence that identifies physical objects and saves them for future reference. 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By ILM The post Brazilian leather exports fall in first seven months of 2026 appeared first on APLF Limited . ## [Africa – Zimbabwe Leather Development Council Calls for Public Procurement to Support Local Leather Manufacturers](https://www.aplf.com/africa-zimbabwe-leather-development-council-calls-for-public-procurement-to-support-local-leather-manufacturers/) _2026-08-19 · rose.tong@informa.com · APLF Limited_ 19 August 2026 Africa – Zimbabwe Leather Development Council Calls for Public Procurement to Support Local Leather Manufacturers The Zimbabwe Leather Development Council (ZLDC) is urging the government to give local leather manufacturers a bigger share of public procurement contracts, saying stronger government support could help revive the country’s leather industry. 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