# platinum (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover platinum. Page: Feed: --- ## [Calm Tech Institute launches Calm Tech Certified Partner Program for service integrators at Denver's CEDIA Expo 2026](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/calm-tech-institute-launches-calm-tech-certified-partner-program-for-service-integrators-at-denver-s) _2026-08-17 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ A design-first training program focused on creating seamless experiences for those who live, work, and stay in the spaces we build. August 17th 2026, Denver, CO — Calm Tech Institute announces the Calm Tech Certified® Partner program at CEDIA Expo 2026, the first training program that teaches integrators how to sell experiences, and not just technology solutions, to real clients. The Calm Tech… ## [Modos Flow Earns Calm Tech Platinum Certification for a Blazingly Fast Paper-Like Monitor Built Around Focused Work](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/modos-flow-earns-calm-tech-platinum-certification-for-a-blazingly-fast-paper-like-monitor-built-arou) _2026-08-14 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ Modos Flow is an extraordinarily performant Paper-Like Monitor with an incredible refresh rate, making it suitable for any computer-related task. More importantly, we see this as an important part of a new era in display technology. ## [Every Amex Platinum Benefit You're Paying For and Probably Not Using](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/every-amex-platinum-benefit-youre) _2026-08-13 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ Plus 6 hidden benefits most people have never heard of (that could save you $800+ per year). ## [Beyond the Backrooms: Creating Public Spaces to Be Less Liminal and More Human](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/beyond-backrooms-creating-public-spaces-to-be-less-liminal-and-more-human) _2026-08-11 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ Decades before the eerie horror of liminal spaces became on Internet meme, French anthropologist Marc Augé identified the phenomenon in his 90' classic, "Non-Places: Introduction to an Anthropology of Supermodernity". ## [New Lamy Safari Meteora and Meteorite Special Editions](https://pacificpenworks.com/new-lamy-safari-meteora-and-meteorite-special-editions/) _2026-08-11 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ The Lamy Safari is an inexpensive entry-level fountain pen with superb design and engineering – the upgraded version with 14k solid gold Z56 nib provides a writing experience equal to many pens priced two or three times higher. The Meteora and Meteorite are the latest Safari special edition releases – the Meteora a rich dark \[…\] The post New Lamy Safari Meteora and Meteorite Special Editions… ## [Book AA First Class for $5.65 + Amex Points](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/how-i-book-american-airlines-flights) _2026-08-07 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ Neither Amex nor Chase points transfer to American Airlines. But there's a backdoor that most people don't know about (and it's cheaper than booking direct through AA). ## [Emirates First Class & How to Book With Points in 2026](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/emirates-first-class-and-how-to-book) _2026-07-30 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ Emirates first class is harder to book on points in 2026. One path still works without elite status. Here’s the strategy, step by step. ## [What Happens When You Design a Conference Space That Gives Attention Back?](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/what-happens-when-you-design-a-conference-space-that-gives-attention-back) _2026-07-29 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ At WEC 2026, the Calm Tech Institute and Hello! Destination Management tested a different approach. We built a multi-sensory Resilience Space inside the convention center and measured its impact using Zenus privacy-first sentiment analytics. ## [Renew Achieves Platinum Calm Tech Certification: Learn more about Airthings’ First-Ever Smart Air Purifier](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/renew-achieves-platinum-calm-tech-certification-learn-more-about-airthings-first-ever-smart-air-pu) _2026-07-28 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ Designed in Norway and inspired by the belief that fresh, rejuvenating air belongs everywhere, Renew is the latest addition to Airthings’ range of intelligent air quality solutions and an exciting, long-awaited moment for those who have hoped for a purifier to work alongside their Airthings monitors. ## [Calm Technology® Workshop Report - AXIS Gallery Tokyo](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/calm-technology-workshop-report-axis-gallery-tokyo) _2026-07-25 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ The "attention economy"—a business model that monetizes user attention itself as a resource—has long been the standard in Silicon Valley. But now, the backlash is approaching a critical point. Criticism of the "dark patterns" that encourage addiction has led to discussions about regulation, and calls for a new relationship with technology are beginning to rise from within the industry itself. ## [Earn crypto for idle GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/BCH5CmSWhkOg) _2026-07-25 · **Sponsored**_ Run one CLI, host Qwen/Llama/Mistral, and earn BTC, ETH, SOL, or USDC ## [If I Started From Zero, Here's Exactly How I'd Earn & Redeem Points for Business Class Flights](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/if-i-started-from-zero-heres-exactly) _2026-07-25 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ The five steps I'd take to go from cash-paying economy flyer to booking business and first class on points. ## [Platinum Izumo Yagumonuri Pens Now In Stock](https://pacificpenworks.com/platinum-izumo-yagumonuri-pens-now-in-stock/) _2026-07-24 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ For the first time in several months, we have both Platinum Izumo Yagumonuri pens, the Ginsen Yakumo and Togi Yakumo, now in stock and ready for immediate shipment. These beautiful urushi ebonite pens are handcrafted using a variety of advanced Maki-e techniques. The differences between the two are subtle but enchanting – the silver powder \[…\] The post Platinum Izumo Yagumonuri Pens Now In Stock… ## [New Pro Gear Anchor Blue Dawn Series From Sailor](https://pacificpenworks.com/new-pro-gear-anchor-blue-dawn-series-from-sailor/) _2026-07-20 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ Heralding a new era in Sailor pen design and the repositioning of the Pro Gear as Sailor’s flagship model, the just released Sailor Pro Gear Anchor Blue series reaches new levels of beauty and sophistication. Available in black, gold, and rhodium trim versions, the Blue Dawn features a semi-translucent dark navy body accented with particulate \[…\] The post New Pro Gear Anchor Blue Dawn Series From… ## [Ohm Health: A Beautiful Marriage of Glass and Attention for a tactile meditation journey](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/ohm-health-a-beautiful-marriage-of-glass-and-attention-for-a-tactile-meditation-journey) _2026-06-10 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ The Calm Tech Institute has awarded Ohm Health's Resonance Lamp a Calm Tech Gold Certification. The Lamp has two immediately impressive and unique features: first, the lamp housing is borosilicate glass. This material design makes it feel more like art or decoration than technology. Secondly, the Lamp has a small, stone-like controller that is noticeably warm and delightful. This biofeedback… ## [New Visconti Homo Sapiens Nebula Collection Arriving Next Week](https://pacificpenworks.com/new-visconti-homo-sapiens-nebula-collection-arriving-next-week/) _2026-05-26 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ Just announced and scheduled to arrive from Italy next week, the Visconti Homo Sapiens Nebula Eagle and Visconti Homo Sapiens Nebula Orion have been produced in just 388 numbered pieces worldwide. The cap and barrel utilize special resins developed exclusively for Visconti, and each pen is fitted with your choice of 18k solid gold nib \[…\] The post New Visconti Homo Sapiens Nebula Collection… ## [Analog's Beacon Approach to Screentime Earns Calm Tech Certification](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/analog-earns-calm-tech-certification) _2026-05-19 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ Analog is an app and a physical hub that restricts iPhone apps when a user enters a designated area or taps the device to the hub. The product was designed primarily for home use, allowing families to create phone-free zones around bedtimes, meals, or common areas without relying on anyone to manually put the phone down. Analog is a quiet physical device intended to set healthier digital… ## [Calm Technology Principles in Practice - Denver Workshop at CEDIA Expo](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/calm-technology-principles-in-practice-denver-workshop-at-cedia-expo) _2026-05-18 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ Thursday, September 3 Denver, Colorado 02:00-4:00 PM MDT Client satisfaction surveys consistently show a gap between what people imagine a smart home will feel like and what they actually experience after installation. In this session, we'll introduce Calm Technology®, a leading design framework based around human attention, showing how its principles translate directly into better installations,… ## [Calm Tech Institute's Booth Review at Hospitality Design Expo 2026](https://www.calmtech.institute/post/calm-tech-institute-s-booth-review-at-hospitality-design-expo-2026) _2026-05-14 · Amber Case · Calm Tech Institute_ This year, Calm Tech Institute showed up with a question: which trade show booths actually made people feel good? Our favorite booths had key characteristics that aligned the science behind Calm Tech Certified™ for Spaces, our newest offering for hospitality and trade show builders. ## [Sailor Price Rises Announced](https://pacificpenworks.com/sailor-price-rises-announced/) _2026-03-18 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ In news expected for several months now, Sailor has just announced a dramatic list of price rises and changes to the product line-up. Effective April 19, 2026, most Sailor pens will be seeing prices rises of between 27 to more than 100 percent. Numerous currently available pens are being discontinued, and the nib line-up for \[…\] The post Sailor Price Rises Announced appeared first on… ## [New Sailor 1911 Casual L Stable Gold Trim Muted Series – Gold-Plated Stainless Steel Nibs](https://pacificpenworks.com/new-sailor-1911-casual-l-stable-gold-trim-muted-series-gold-plated-stainless-steel-nibs/) _2026-03-12 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ Another new release as Sailor revamps its catalog and prepares for upcoming price increases, the new 1911 Casual L Stable Gold Trim Muted series features four pens in understated matte colors and equipped with a metal gripping section. Most notable about this release, however, is that Sailor is making the iconic 1911 Large model available \[…\] The post New Sailor 1911 Casual L Stable Gold Trim… ## [100,000 Bonus Points Await You (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QNxaqn5eM5KG) _2026-03-12 · **Sponsored**_ Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first 3 months. ## [Big Changes Coming To Sailor – Save Now On Existing Models!](https://pacificpenworks.com/sailor-pens-update/) _2026-02-11 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ New Pens Arriving Soon Our first shipment of the new 1911 Large Pens with 14k Nibs in four different colors is expected to arrive as soon as next week. This is the first time in decades that Sailor’s 14k nibs will be available in the 1911 Large/Pro Gear size. It will also be a real \[…\] The post Big Changes Coming To Sailor – Save Now On Existing Models! appeared first on PacificPenWorks.com . ## [Major Sailor Announcement – New 1911 Large Pens in 14k and 18k](https://pacificpenworks.com/major-sailor-announcement-new-1911-large-pens-in-14k-and-18k/) _2026-01-14 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ Sailor has just announced that it will be bringing out two new series of 1911 Large pens. The first pens in these new series are arriving later this month, and we’re now accepting pre-orders. The 1911 Large 14k series will feature four solid color pens equipped with 14k nibs in all seven Sailor tipping sizes. \[…\] The post Major Sailor Announcement – New 1911 Large Pens in 14k and 18k appeared… ## [In Search of the Perfect Airport Outfit...](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/in-search-of-the-perfect-airport) _2026-01-03 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ We want to look put together in the airport lounge, but we also want to feel like we could happily sit in the outfit for 8, 10, or 14 hours without a single regretful thought. ## [💳 Amex Platinum Credits You Need to Spend Before the End of the Year | $2,000+ Value](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/amex-platinum-credits-you-need-to) _2025-12-28 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ Last call for unused annual, bi-annual, quarterly, and monthly credits. A step-by-step checklist to turn benefits into real value before they reset on Dec 31. ## [4 Ways to Earn Delta Medallion Status in 2026 (Hack Your Way to Platinum or Diamond)](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/last-minute-ways-to-earn-delta-medallion) _2025-12-20 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ Without necessarily needing to fly. Smart MQD strategies when you’re close to the next Medallion tier. ## [✈️ Bilt Just Added 1:1 Transfers to Spirit — Here’s How to Use Them](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/bilt-just-added-11-transfers-to-spirit) _2025-12-17 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ Bilt just dropped a new transfer partner that caught my attention fast: 1:1 transfers from Bilt Rewards to Spirit Airlines’ Free Spirit program. ## [Holiday Order Deadlines 2025](https://pacificpenworks.com/holiday-arrival-deadlines-2025/) _2025-12-11 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ There’s still time to order an in stock fountain pen with nib tuning and customizations from us and have it arrive in time for the holidays! If you want your package to arrive by Wednesday, December 24th, please place your order using the date and shipping method indicated below: Shipping Method Place Order With Us \[…\] The post Holiday Order Deadlines 2025 appeared first on PacificPenWorks.com . ## [Platinum Pen Prices Rising January 1, 2026 – Order Now At Current Pricing](https://pacificpenworks.com/platinum-pen-prices-rising-january-1-2026-order-now-at-current-pricing/) _2025-12-01 · pacificpenwork · PacificPenWorks.com_ Just announced this morning, prices on all gold nib Platinum Pens will be rising by approximately 40% effective January 1st, 2026. Superbly designed and engineered, Platinum pens have long been favorites with our customers – and with ourselves. Platinum’s 14k and 18k nibs also provide an excellent basis for our most popular nib customizations. We can honor \[…\] The post Platinum Pen Prices Rising… ## [The Points Playbook](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/the-points-playbook) _2025-10-26 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ I’m so excited to help you level up your travel game ✈️ ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QGeDtZrqeOZs) _2025-10-26 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [🚨 Chase Points Devaluation: What You Need to Know](https://racheltyers.substack.com/p/chase-points-devaluation-what-you) _2025-10-25 · Rachel Tyers · Rachel | Points & Miles_ Looming changes for points redemptions in Chase Travel Portal. Do this NOW to retain more value from your current Chase points...