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Review: Liquid-cooling phone delivers mighty game power and battery life
January 18, 2026
| Bronwyn Thompson
We previewed the RedMagic 11 Pro last year, but with any technology it feels better to have a real-world, lived experience with it. And while this phone isn't an all-rounder, its gaming capabilities and insane battery life demonstrate its strengths.
Watch: World's fastest drone hits 408 mph to reclaim speed record
January 15, 2026
| Stefan Ionescu
Father-son duo Luke and Mike Bell, from Cape Town, South Africa, have set a new quadcopter drone speed world record. Their Peregreen V4 drone clocked a top speed of 657.59 km/h (408 mph) to reclaim their Guinness World Record.
Review: Heating mug ensures your hot drinks stay warm as long as you need
January 18, 2026
| Bronwyn Thompson
There's a lot of tech that solves problems that don't exist – however this isn't that. This mug from Feppo is one of those little products that makes things easier – especially if you get interrupted right when you've made yourself a coffee or tea.
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January 18, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodIt looks like KTM will lead the way for the biggest displacement ADV with the 2026 1390 Super Adventure R, which bumps from 1,300cc in the previous iteration to 1,350cc now. But is that necessarily a good thing? How much power does one really need?
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January 17, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalWe're still transitioning away from a majority of gas-powered vehicles globally, which means questions continue to abound about switching to electric vehicles, and what sort of longevity we can expect. Turns out EV batteries can last at least 13 years.
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January 17, 2026 | David SzondyThe future arrived on December 28, 2025 as the Israeli Defense Force announced that Iron Beam became the first high-energy tactical laser weapon to be fully integrated and cleared for operations in a national defense array. And it's not alone.
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January 17, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonWorking out doesn't just build muscle but, in later life, helps maintain a powerful cellular machine that repairs damaged tissue. Scientists have now not only discovered how this system works but found a way to keep it balanced in older muscles.
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January 17, 2026 | Adam WilliamsThe Dove tiny house may be compact, but its extra-wide frame makes it particularly well-suited to full-time living. The home features a spacious single-floor interior that sleeps up to two people in comfort.
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January 17, 2026 | Joe SalasBig, bright, and maybe a bit overkill. 7,000 lumens, runs on rechargeable Li-ion or regular AAs, and even charges your phone. Too big for hiking, perfect for camping, emergencies, or blinding wildlife. Won't pick winning lotto numbers, however.
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January 17, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn the first study of its kind, neuroscientists have shown the real-world benefits that sunlight gives the brain, beyond laboratory experiments, linking brighter and more regular daytime light to better alertness and faster attention in everyday life.
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January 17, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallThere's been a quiet uproar behind the scenes in the automotive world after Peugeot designers dared to meddle with one of the cornerstones of car design. The Polygon concept features what's hailed as a revolutionary advance: a square steering wheel.
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January 17, 2026 | Michael FrancoTwo new large studies have confirmed that it doesn't take Olympic-level efforts to harness the life-extending power of exercise. In fact, say the researchers, even just five minutes a day can have a profound impact on your health and longevity.
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January 16, 2026 | Mike HanlonIt took many decades for collectible Japanese motorcycles to get any respect on the auction block. It was 2009 before a Japanese motorcycle first topped the USD$100,000 mark at public auction, but collector generational change is inevitable, and Honda has now been the world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer since 1959 and today’s collectors are finally beginning to correctly frame the company in historical perspective.
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