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24-hour beer station lets you play 'stock market' for cheapest price
May 08, 2026
| Bronwyn Thompson
In a vibrant entertainment spot in southern China, the main attraction may be a landlocked cruise ship full of bars and restaurants. But in its shadow, is even more novelty: A 24-hour self-service beer station where prices are guided by demand.
Swiss survival piston filters wild water as extensively as you want
May 07, 2026
| Simon Heptinstall
Katadyn has launched a state-of-the-art modular outdoor water filter system that uses a combination of three sophisticated filtration processes. The Explorer Water Filter and Purifier Series is serious professional expedition-quality gear.
Sleek multitool morphs into a knife that's slimmer than a pack of gum
May 08, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
The James Brand has completely reimagined its Ellis multitool into the ultra-slim Ellis knife. Thinner than a pack of gum and shorter than an Apple TV remote, the new Ellis is designed to disappear away ... right up until it's needed.
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Designing a tiny house for a couple is one thing, but creating a home on wheels for a family is another challenge entirely. The Soma addresses this with a spacious layout that fits in three bedrooms and a large open living area.
Fritz Tiny Homes' Halcyon Grand packs two bedrooms into a 400-sq-ft park model, with a naturally lit master suite, full kitchen with dishwasher, spa-like bathroom, and advanced climate control for maximum livability.
Sunlight has made a name for itself as a go-to for capable all-terrain adventure campers. With last year's Ibex 4x4 concept, it previewed how it would step things up to the next level. Now it's readying the production Ibex for launch this summer.
What do you look for in a tiny house? If it's the ability to hit the road, then the Samuel probably isn't for you. However, if you'd prefer a stationary but practical home suitable for long-term living, then it might be a good fit.
Originally envisioned as a Tesla Model 3 hatch camper, the Wheelhome Dashaway ECT micro-camping trailer eventually got its own wheels. It's still ready for efficient e-camping and furnishes travelers with everything they need to live in comfort.
Power banks are a dime a dozen, but this one caught my eye with a feature I haven't seen before: a built-in solar panel to recharge it using the power of the sun. The Solly ticks a lot more boxes, and is currently raising funds over on Kickstarter.
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May 08, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonAotos' Flux X26 cyberpunk-tinged "hybrid" ebike has built on the buzz it generated at CES, raising over US$2.8 million in crowdfunding in a month. The company will begin shipping the specially priced standard and Pro models across the globe in May. -
May 08, 2026 | Etiido UkoIt is said that during the gold rush, people were so focused on gold that they forgot the shovel “goldmine”. In the AI and clean energy boom, where infrastructure is the focus, one company is betting on the most fundamental of shovels: raw materials. -
May 08, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaWhen it comes to cycling innovations, the inner tube has seen relatively little change. Tubolito is set to change that by introducing a smart inner tube designed for cyclists who are very particular about their riding efficiency and tire pressure. -
May 08, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalBlackstar has not only crammed a guitar amp into a box the size of a portable Bluetooth speaker, but also packed it with high-tech features to get a vast array of tones out of it for any style of playing, anywhere they'll tolerate you. -
May 08, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallAudi’s new multi-million-dollar 200-mph mid-engined supercar has a V16… and sports a 90-year old design. The one-off Auto Union Lucca makes its public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July. -
May 08, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalGoogle's just launched the Fitbit Air, a screenless wearable that tracks your fitness activities, sleep, and other health stats. It's like the Whoop Band, but it comes in at a compelling price point, and covers the basics without a subscription. -
May 08, 2026 | Omar KardoudiCalifornia's Ride1Up has packed semi-solid-state battery tech into a moped-style ebike called the Revv1 evo – promising double the cycle life of standard lithium-ion, better cold-weather range, and a price tag that doesn't require selling a kidney. -
May 08, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonThe type 2 diabetes drug taken by an estimated 20 million Americans has long been thought of doing its heavy lifting in the liver, suppressing glucose production. But research has found it's actually unleashing its power in another part of the body. -
May 07, 2026 | David SzondySaab has developed a new anti-tank round that's designed to take on the modern high-tech armor of the 21st century. Built for Saab's Carl-Gustaf 84-mm (3.31-in) recoilless rifle system, the HEAT 758 munition can even defeat modern reactive armor. -
May 07, 2026This Mother’s Day, give more than flowers — give freedom to ride. From May 6–13, save $800 on Kingbull’s bestselling Discover 2.0 and Discover ST 2.0 e-bikes, now just $1,099. Built for everyday adventure, it’s a gift she’ll actually use and remember.
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A landmark clinical trial testing the effect of microdosing LSD on symptoms of ADHD recently delivered its first data readout and the results have been surprising, to say the least, raising questions over the efficacy of this popular trend.
Yamaha has been working with storied British carmaker Caterham on its new electric sports car. Dubbed the Project V, it is finally here. And not only is it coming to America, but it is coming for Porsche.
The LEO Solo just went up for preorder, pitched as an FAA Part 103-friendly (no pilot license required), single-seat personal eVTOL. It's supposedly landing in late 2025.
Bangkok-based RV and truck accessories builder Carryboy has teamed with Chinese auto badge Farizon to create one of the most compelling electric camper vans the world over. It invites campers in through a wide entry and ensures they live comfy.
While cutting back on salt intake has long been a mainstay in treating high blood pressure, new research suggests that upping potassium intake might have a greater effect. It might be time to stock up on bananas, apricots, and sweet potatoes.
A nuclear production facility in Washington state, called the Hanford site, once forged the plutonium that reshaped the world. Now it’s forging glass; a quiet act of undoing at one of Earth’s most contaminated sites.
Toyota's Kayoibako van concept won over the 2023 Japan Mobility Show. Toyota is now talking up a Kayoibako family and showing the Daihatsu Kayoibako-K, a kei transporter that's a tiny delivery van, micro-camper, automated adventure shuttle and more.
Described as a "formula one racing car for the sky," the Jetson One is an electric-powered VTOL sky toy that can hover, bank, and reach speeds of up to 63 mph. The company's latest video will leave you wanting it more than ever.