Ever since the O.C. left our lives forever, Rachel has been popping up here and there for short roles in several shows and movies including "Chuck", but now she has graced the cover of the February issue of GQ magazine. "Have we already forgotten fall 2003? The number one song in the country was “Hey Ya!” by Outkast. The Florida Marlins shocked the New York Yankees to win the World Series. Howard Dean was cruising toward the Democratic nomination. And on TV, a sun-kissed teen soap opera called The OC—basically, Knots Landing lathered in Proactiv—was the biggest, bloggiest thing in the pop-culture universe. That, and the five gay dudes who taught everyone how to dress." Head over to GQ.com to read the entire interview and view all the photos from Rachel Bilson's latest photo shoot.

DivX is probably one of the more popular formats for video distribution and the PS3 is finally DivX capable thanks to the latest firmware release. And now it seems the relationship between Sony and DivX is getting stronger according to latest DivX press release. Basically, there is a new agreement between the two companies that "enables online retailers to offer Sony Pictures titles for secure download in the high-quality DivX format for playback on DivX Certified consumer electronics devices" which includes the PS3 for starters. "This milestone agreement lays the foundation for Sony to offer high quality video content in the DivX format to its retail partners for playback on next-generation DivX Certified devices," said Kevin Hell, CEO of DivX, Inc. "Consumers want the flexibility and choice to enjoy high-quality video content from a range of retailers across a variety of devices. We are very pleased Sony Pictures Television recognizes the value of the DivX digital media solution and look forward to working together to offer a great experience to consumers." "We are dedicated to finding legitimate outlets for our content and to that end are excited to be working with DivX to provide retailers with an expanded ecosystem for the digital ...

Apple filed patents last year securing the possibility of working with Starbucks to change the way you order coffee forever. It's no surprise that the two companies would be working together considering several features that have already been integrated into the iPhone and iPod that allow consumers to connect and purchase music currently playing while in any Starbucks location. But the ability to select, customize and buy your coffee directly from your iPod or iPhone takes the relationship to an entirely new level. Only time will tell (next week) what the actual system will look like and how it will work, but designer Phil Lu has created some very enticing concept shots that visually explain how a system like this could really work. Click here to view all the "Quickorder" concept art designed by Phil Lu. "This concept was designed before the Apple patent is widely publicized. Similar to ordering song through the web via iTune account, Semacode works like a digital "receipt," allowing the user to use their iTunes account for the transaction (which will bypass credit card transaction/identification, and speed up the pick-up process)."

Fans of "The Hills" are getting way more than expected this season with all that wonderful scripted drama. Seriously, who comes up with this stuff. But, none the less, something good came out of Heidi Montag's early mid life crisis which is presented to us in the form of a February Maxim photo shoot. "Great reality TV villains come in many shapes and sizes. There was Puck, the grimy Real World-er prone to sticking his nicotine-stained digits in other people’s peanut butter. There was Omarosa, Trump’s would-be apprentice, who pissed off everyone in the boardroom—including the combed-over mogul—with her confrontationally bitchy demeanor. And now there’s 21-year-old Heidi Montag, who looks like a St. Pauli girl but has somehow become one of the most talked about and controversial stars on television." Head over to Maxim.com for the entire February Maxim issue preview.

The Blu-ray/HD DVD war has almost come to an end in a matter of the last two weeks. The first hit was thrown at HD DVD when Warner suddenly decided to switch exclusively to Blu-ray late last week. This was a major blow considering 70 percent of movies being released for purchase is controlled by Warner. After this news, HD DVD canceled several seminars that they had planned at CES this week. And now to top it all off, The Financial Times is reporting that Paramount actually has a clause in their contract with HD DVD that allows them to jump ship if Warner suddenly decides to go with Blu-ray, which they did. Sorry HD-DVD but that really had to hurt.

Styled to look like a mysterious "Hooded Man" the Nitin Design Dacoit concept bike is definitely unlike any motorcycle you have ever seen before. Nitin is renowned for creating unique and highly original design concepts and the Dacoit in no exception. "Dacoit is a one seater street bike designed for pure selfish pleasure. It is not a full-blown sports bike. The seat back rest is inspired by the shape of a shark fin. The rider’s knee hugs the orange circle area. Part of the orange strip on the inner wheel is self-illuminating, making the bike more visible at night plus providing an interesting look when in motion. The gear change controls are on the hand grip area." If you are interested in reading more about this unique bike, check out the official Dacoit concept page here.

Alpine's new line of automotive headunits including the iDA-X200 and iDA-X300 expands on the idea that your iPod should really be the center for all your mobile media. If you are still living off of CD's, don't even think about the new iDA because there is no CD slot to be found anywhere on these units. These new systems are fully interactive with whatever iPod you might have, extending the media you bring with you everywhere anyway. Simply connect your iPod and the iDA does the rest for you by creating an already familiar interface right in your dashboard. No word on pricing and availability at this point, but the iDA is definitely a step in the right direction for alternative automotive audio solutions.

MassivePress.com is back from vacation and the new JVC woodies are first on the list of things to write about. JVC is renowned for quality gear including their lineup of headphones, and now you can get the HP-FX500 in-ear headphones complete with Wood. Wood is good just in case you aren't in touch with the latest grainy trend. Plus, the use of wood in audio products is known to enhance sound quality, especially in headphones which is why JVC is part of the in crowd. JVC's pricier line of full range headphones including the HP-DX1000 have been trimmed with wood for several years. But if you don't want to pay the $1000 price tag for the DX1000, the FX500 line of headphones might be a better bet at around 15,000 yen or about $130 US dollars if you can find a pair on ebay.