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World-first unpowered DNA computer sets speed record
September 22, 2026
| Mike McRae
Researchers from Maynooth University in Ireland have turned to the very chemistry of life to develop a novel kind of computer that runs without a constant supply of electricity.
Kia iCamper pumps serious versatility into all-electric tiny camping
September 21, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
When we took a look at the Wellhouse Kia iCamper, it was still under construction. Now, Wellhouse has completed the first iCamper and launched its take on all-electric PV5 van life. We'd say it's the most flexible, functional PV5 camper van yet.
Tesla Model 3 killer charges from 10 to 97% in just 9 minutes
September 22, 2026
| Utkarsh Sood
When we last covered an FCB (short for Fang Cheng Bao) car, it was the 1,430-mile (2.300-km) PHEV SUV crossover. And that was just last month. Now, FCB has launched its very first sedan in the form of the Formula S. And it’s coming for the Tesla Model 3.
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This extra-wide tiny house has been designed for flexibility and spaciousness, while maintaining a modest footprint. It's arranged on one floor and has a light-filled and open layout with multiple options available.
One of the more impressive tent innovations from 2025, the Cube Tent has landed in the USA. Originally launched in South Africa, the big, blow-up tent is now ready for camping trips across the US. And it'll soon be joined by other handy inflatables.
This new multitool that we've just come across packs four tools into a frame that's both compact and easy to grip. What sets it apart is its range of finishes set in a beautifully shaped handle, making for a sophisticated addition to your EDC kit.
Not everyone's cut out for climbing into awkward lofts. This tiny house features a compact footprint that's arranged on one floor and has a space-saving design well-suited for use as a guest house or vacation home.
Ever been paranoid that the suspicious toaster in your hotel room is watching you? Hidden cameras can be hard to find, but a new LED-equipped smartphone case could help spot them. All you need is your phone and just a few seconds.
They say a drowning man is willing to grasp onto anything to stay afloat, but he would most likely think twice if you offered a titanium buoy. Yet, scientists have created a titanium structure that floats without compromising the metal’s strength.
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September 22, 2026Meet WindGroove AirFi One, a 48-inch ceiling system combining three-way audio, six-speed airflow, adjustable white lighting and customizable RGB effects in one app-controlled fixture for modern living spaces. -
September 22, 2026 | C.C. WeissA spinoff of the Olight flashlight brand, Oknife introduces the MK 3-in-1 tool. It relies on the underlying expertise of both brands to offer a combination tiny, multi-beam magnetic flashlight and streamlined pocket knife with blade and multi-driver. -
September 22, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodThe Defender has always had the right ingredients for a pickup: rugged, boxy, off-road capable and practically begging for a load bed. Yet Land Rover never built one. Until now. -
September 22, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodANY Mobility lets you customize its LUV1 e-moto in more ways than a Subway sandwich – pick a base, pile on the extras, and keep clicking until you've created something that looks suspiciously unlike the bike you started with. -
September 22, 2026 | Adam WilliamsThough this tiny house is quite compact, its space-saving layout means it's a lot more capable than you might expect. The home has a spacious living room and a well-equipped kitchen ready for full-time living. -
September 22, 2026PDNob Pro is an AI-powered PDF editor for Windows, Mac, and iPhone that handles OCR, conversion, and cloud storage, and a lifetime license is on sale for $49.99 (reg. $349.95). -
September 22, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalGooglebooks are officially here, with models on offer right now. Are they worth considering as your next laptop? See what's on offer, and whether it'll make sense for you. Spoiler alert: for most folks, there are better options out there. -
September 21, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodBenda latest V-twin cruiser comes with adaptive air suspension that puts it in a very selective class. It's also tricked out with tech like semi-automatic transmission, which is definitely not what you'd expect from affordable motorcycles. -
September 21, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodDDPAI is a Chinese company that offers close to 20 dashcam products – at least when you count the different listings on its website. The Z90 Master is the company's latest flagship dashcam and it comes in at $299. Here's our review. -
September 21, 2026 | Mike McRaeAccording to a recent investigation on mice by Stanford University researchers, there’s a case for treating parts of the brain as separate organs, each with very distinct embryological – and potentially evolutionary – origins.
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The USA – and world's – new tallest timber skyscraper has been under construction for a few months. However, despite speedy progress, it has run into some issues and the future of the ambitious project is looking uncertain.
A new video takes you inside Dyson's impressive vertical farming operation, which is home to 1,225,000 strawberry plants and shows you how the company is applying its manufacturing knowledge to producing homegrown food for British consumers.
Britain's DragonFire laser weapon upped the ante on November 20 at the Ministry of Defence's Hebrides Range in Scotland when the high-powered, solid-state laser for the Royal Navy shot down drones flying at 351 knots (404 mph, 650 km/h).
Who could possibly compare to Superman, the Man of Steel? Definitely not a man of plastic! Right? Wrong. Scientists have discovered that unconventionally shaped plastics may rival steel bars as reinforcement materials in construction concrete.
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.
How did a guitar that failed to grab its intended market – the market it was literally named after – end up becoming the instrument of choice across surf-rock, post-punk, new wave, power pop, shoegaze and more?
I'm a sucker for a good "reinventing the wheel" story, and David Henson's 'SurfacePlan' concept is an odd a take on one of humanity's greatest inventions as we've seen in a long time. It's designed to replace engines and drivetrains altogether.
An epidemic that's been sustained for 44 years might finally be quelled, with the milestone approval of the first HIV drug that offers 100% protection with its twice-yearly injections. It's a landmark achievement set to save millions of lives.