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Featherlight flipper knife gets work done even when closed
July 02, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
We're not sure Opinel's new Néo7 Alpine knife qualifies as a full "multitool," but it does carry a few functions. The ultralight pocket knife marries Opinel's timeless simplicity with new features that make it quicker and more useful.
Tiny, bladeless magnetic multitool flips its feature set inside out
July 01, 2026
| Maryna Holovnova
If you’re tired of improvising a stand for your phone every time you want to watch a movie on a flight, make a video call, or cook while following a recipe, a new multitool on Kickstarter might solve this problem.
$8,000 robot is ready to take over all laundry and bed-making duties
July 02, 2026
| Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Weave Robotics announced its first laundry folding robot just months ago, and it already has a new product on offer. The new Isaac 1 robot also folds clothes – but it can also tidy up your living room and make the bed. It looks cuter, too.
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July 02, 2026RAM prices have made many new computers an unwise investment, but refurbished units still have promise. This MacBook Pro is in near-mint condition, but because it’s a refurb and on sale, it’s only $439.99 (reg. $1,999).
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July 02, 2026 | Omar KardoudiResearchers from Australia and the UK have built a robotic kestrel to decode how birds handle turbulence. Their findings reveal a suite of wing-and-tail tricks that could reshape the next generation of small drones.
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July 02, 2026 | Stefan IonescuAbu Dhabi has broken ground on Dar al Funoon, a 6,000-capacity performing arts venue on Saadiyat Island. One of the final designs from the late Frank Gehry, it will host opera, ballet, and theater from 2030.
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July 02, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonA Scottish company known for its stylish, sustainable planters has come up with something completely innovative – a self-watering pot that actually grows and transforms as the plant it holds does similar. The Helix nails both form and function.
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July 02, 2026 | David SzondyThe FAA is clearing the way for the return of commercial supersonic air travel by revamping regulations for faster-than-sound aircraft for the first time since 1973 – to reflect progress in aviation engineering and the removal of prejudicial attitudes.
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July 01, 2026 | Etiido UkoEvery year, billions of phones are discarded with their processors intact. Meanwhile, the AI sector spends billions on new chips at high environmental costs. Google is developing a way to bridge these two realities with a server made from old phones.
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July 01, 2026Celebrate summer with Kingbull's Independence Day Sale. From July 1–7, enjoy limited-time savings on the vintage Ranger, the adventure-ready Hunter 2.0S, and the foldable Literider 2.0—three electric bikes designed to match every riding style.
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July 01, 2026 | Adam WilliamsThough it only measures 368 sq ft, the Smidge punches above its weight thanks to its flexible interior layout. The tiny house includes a useful office area that doubles as a downstairs bedroom, as well as a second bedroom.
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July 01, 2026 | Monica J. WhiteWyze’s Scale BodyScan brings eight-electrode BIA, segmental muscle and fat tracking, a 4.7-inch display, app reports, and multi-user support to an $80 smart scale for more detailed at-home fitness trend-tracking.
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July 01, 2026 | Adam WilliamsHow large does a tiny house have to get before it's no longer a tiny house? The Shoreline must be getting close, offering a spacious interior that delivers single-floor living without sacrificing comfort.
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