In 2005, Jordan Brand released two pairs of the Air Jordan IV (4) that featured an awe-inspiring laser graphic on the upper. The lasering method was first introduced by Mark Smith and The Laser Project, which featured this meticulous “tattooing” on the Nike Air Force 1, Nike Dunk Low, and then later on the Air Jordan XX and others. The special lasering was brought again to the Air Jordan IV in two colorways; both shoes were online exclusives, and those with the quickest draw with the mouse clicker came away with a pair of his/her own. This unreleased sample of the Air Jordan IV in white, varsity red, and midnight navy also features the same lasering; before the actual release of the Air Jordan IV Laser, a few samples of laser IVs were created – including one in a royal blue suede – so this varsity red suede colorway is presumably one of the scrapped ideas during that time. Said to be one of only three pairs in existence, you can check out the detailed images of this sample after the jump, and if you’ve got some serious cash to drop on this size 9 sample, pick up this pair now from thecoolshoeshine on eBay.

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The Nike ‘Think Pink’ campaign was launched to raise breast cancer awareness, and the vibrant, eye-catching colorway garnered a lot of positive attention for the cause. Think Pink was started in support of Kay Yow, the head basketball coach of the NC State Womens college basketball team, and since then, we’ve seen the pink treatment on a number of Nike Basketball shoes like the Nike Zoom Kobe IV and V, Nike Hyperize, and the Nike Hyperdunk. This upcoming colorway of the Nike Hyperdunk 2010 features the similar all-pink upper colorway with the Kay Yow Breast Cancer Fund logo on the tongue, making this the latest of the Nike Think Pink Collection. The Pinkfire Hyperdunk 2010 features a metallic pink upper with a white Nike branding on the heel bumper and a blue swoosh on the bottom sole. Continue reading for another look at the Think Pink Nike Hyperdunk 2010 and stick with Sneaker News for more release info on upcoming Hyperdunk 2010 colorways.

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Every NBA Finals since 1999 has featured either Tim Duncan, Shaquille O’Neil and/or Kobe Bryant.  Kobe’s at the top of the list with five titles to both big men’s four each, and aside from his Bill Russell Award, here’s probably the best memento from title number five.  The Nike Zoom Kobe V ‘Big Stage’ appeared in both home and away versions, with the above pictured away joints being signed by the Black Mamba himself.  Click the jump below for more photos of this game issued promo sample, because that’s probably as close as you’ll ever get to them. These autographed size 14′s just sold for a whopping $3000 from nytryder8 on eBay.

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Kanye West was spotted by the paparazzi when he arrived at JFK International Airport in New York getting ready to board a flight presumably to Los Angeles where he performed his new single, “Power”, last night at the 2010 BET Awards. While a lot of talk today will be about the oversized chain West had around his neck during last night’s performance, sneakerheads will a bit more excited to see the rapper/producer rocking a pair of the recently released Air Jordan VI Retro in Black/Infrared from the Air Jordan VI Infrared Pack. The Infrared Pack is definitely one of the stop Sneaker News stories of the year and it looks like even Kanye was unable to resist. Check out Kanye in the Infrared VI Retro after the jump, and if you’re still looking for a pair of your own, get them now on eBay. via KANYEWEST.US

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The Nike LeBron VII Low – one of the two low-top LeBron releases this year – poked fun at LeBron’s free-agency follies, and with a number of suitors waiting with millions of dollars and well-rehearsed pitches, the LeBron VII Rumor Pack seems to be more serious truth than a playful joke. A player if LeBron’s stature will change the NBA horizon for years to come, and at this point, there is no clear-cut frontfrunner. The Knicks, the Nets, the Bulls, the Heat, and pretty much any team with a max-contract at its disposal has a shot. Although the Suns aren’t a candidate, former GM Steve Kerr was fined by commissioner David Stern for an innocent comment – that goes to show that LeBron’s reach is wide because even teams who can’t get him are causing drama. In the meantimeCheck out this new colorway of the Nike LeBron VII Low; Sneaker News previewed this colorway before but the black midsole that was shown before has been reverted to white for a cleaner look. Check out the detailed pics after the jump and expect these to hit Nike Basketball retailers sometime soon as these already popped up in a few online vendors. via Kinstor.

Style: 395717-103
Color: White/Cool Grey-Team Orange

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We were promised something huge in early March, and SB heads can only be left smiling and satisfied at the return of the fat tongue in this latest colorway of the Nike SB Dunk Low inspired by Blender’s Chromeball Incident. The stuffed tongue was a trademark that made Nike SB so popular, and its reinstatement should do wonders for Nike SB in terms of sales and public morale. Simply put, the public stuffed tongues and people didn’t take well to its removal. Well, it seems to be back (for now), and can be had on the Neil Brender x Nike SB Dunk Low that just dropped at Flatspot. Check out the extra detailed images of the colorway as well as the stuffed tongue and expect these to drop at SB accounts soon.

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There were a bunch of ‘Birch’ Nike Air Force 1 Lows that popped up in previews a couple months back, and now the last one finally has a release date.  These new Uptowns go with a simple Marina Blue-on-Birch colorblocking scheme, which really draws your attention to the materials being used.  Pearly blue leather sections stand out atop that beige canvas underlay, and white on the laces, Swooshes and midsoles seem extra clean by comparison.  These’ll hit retailers next month, so click the jump below for more shots.  Thanks to Brinx for the photos!

Style: 315122-401
Color: Marina Blue/White-Birch

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You’re probably just now getting into the swing of summertime living, but how about a glimpse at what next spring will look like?  Here are two new Nike Dunk Highs for Q1 2011, each offering a different take on this 25 year old silhouette.  First up is a pair in brown leather featuring Bronze and the Pecan shade that hasn’t shown up since 2004′s Cali SB Dunk Lows.  The former could just as easily be called ‘caramel’, and it appears on the underlay with a unique circular debossing pattern.  The other pair is mostly grey, but that fails to tell the full story, as purple, orange and pink accents add a jolt of energy.  Check out more shots after the jump and stick with Sneaker News for the latest Nike Dunk previews.  via BNYC

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Any mix of grey and neon green is always welcome at the doorstep of a sneakerhead; we recently got a Euro-release of a Nike Air Max 90 in black, grey, and volt and it looks like another great colorway of AM90 is set to drop real soon. This time, black is removed in favor of a light-charcoal upper with liquid lime acting in a supporting role, and white mesh takes place of the rip-stop nylon that has been favored in previous Ninety releases. This colorway is somewhat similar to the Neutral Grey and Mean Green Air Max 90 of last year, but slightly different colors and materials make this new pair worthy of a release. Check out the detailed pics and watch for these to drop at Euro-retailers soon because these have already started to drop at some online retailers, and stick with Sneaker News for a possible state-side releases. via taobao and Tenisufki.

Style: 309299-021
Color: Light Charcoal/White-Liquid Lime

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The Nike Air Max 24/7 combines elements of the Air Max 95 and AM97 atop the 2009′s 360-degree cageless cushion.  We’ve already seen the signature ‘Neon’ colorway borrowed from the Ninety-Fives, but what about the 97′s best known palette?  Here’s a look at the ‘Silver Bullet’ Air Max 24-7, a look pretty similar to the originals, but updated with quite a bit more Varsity Red thanks to red eyelets, Max Air bubbles and soles.  These will release right around the thirteenth anniversary of the OG AM97s  this July, so stick with Sneaker News for updates.

Style: 397252-008
Color: Metallic Silver/Varsity Red-Black

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White canvas sneakers are the epitome of summertime shoes.  With the fashion world making the most of simple, subdued coloration, we’ve seen a bunch of all-white kicks this summer, but nothing quite like these new Nike WMNS Dunks.  Available in both high and low, the WMNS Dunk 08 appears above in a woven canvas material that adds shiny tonal dots to make them even brighter.  It’s a technique we’ve seen on leathers before, but this application to the textile is totally unique.  They’ll hit American Nike Sportswear retailers shortly; Nike Harajuku has pairs in stock now.

Style: 318676-106 (High)
Color: White/White-White

Style: 317813-110 (Low)
Color: White/White

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Here’s a new colorway of the Air Jordan CP3 Tribute that not only manages to blend the third Air Jordan and Chris Paul signatures, but also classic Jordan colorways with today’s style.  Featuring a large section of grey, these CP3 Tributes don’t directly draw upon any Air Jordan Franchise colorway, but blend the perforated grey nubuck from an AJ1 High we showed you this morning, with the classic ‘Bred’ combo.  Check out more shots after the jump and let us know which CP3 Tribute colorway is the best so far.  via Kinstor.

Style: 407451-003
Color: Light Graphite/Team Red-Dark Charcoal-Black

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