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Americans can now order a US-made tabletop humanoid for under $12,000
November 03, 2026
| Bronwyn Thompson
Meet Aria, Mila, Dave and Amar – the first four models coming out of Las Vegas humanoid company Realbotix. To make them more affordable than what consumers are likely to pay for at least a few years, the makers have decided to focus on the top half.
Honda mixes motorcycle heritage with high-end mountain climber
November 03, 2026
| Simon Heptinstall
Invoking the spirit of its legendary downhill racing history, Honda’s RN0 electric mountain bike pairs distinctive moto-inspired build with an unrefined, noisy trail character that’s right between two worlds.
New Triumph adventure bike packs radar and self-lowering suspension
November 03, 2026
| Utkarsh Sood
Triumph’s halo ADV bike doesn't just get more power with the new generation, but also adds automatic suspension and an even bigger suite of radar-based rider aids. It's not all just additions, though, as there are a few subtractions from the package.
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Most A-frame tiny houses lean into the rustic cabin aesthetic, but this model combines classic A-frame styling with a surprisingly modern interior, complete with an open living area and a luxurious bathroom.
Looking like a set of futuristic renders, these skyscrapers are very much real. They have been named the Best Tall Building Worldwide for their exoskeleton exterior, which cleverly responds to high winds and earthquakes.
Oru is a minimalist lamp with three color modes that allow you to monitor the temperature of your wood stove from anywhere in the home. If the stove is overheating or the fire's dying out, this lamp will warn you.
The (RED) 800 is a Ducati-powered custom that looks less like a conventional superbike and more like a futuristic sculpture carved from metal. Its flowing, hand-shaped aluminum bodywork transitions from racing-red into exposed, brushed metal finish.
China is making sure giant robots don’t only belong to anime and sci-fi anymore. A Beijing company has presented a hydraulic-electric humanoid that towers as tall as a monster truck, built for heavy work yet precise to a fraction of a hair's width.
A series of spectacular conversions swapping wheels for snow tracks on five Toyota trucks and SUVs was revealed this week. The Snowhunter concepts are being shown at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
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November 03, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonWhile robot dogs feel like old news now, setting them the challenge of racing up more than 3,000 uneven stone steps on the side of a mountain is more than just to show off what machines with legs can do. It's a huge lesson in their training. -
November 03, 2026All that glitters isn’t gold, but this refurbished MacBook Air actually is. This refurbished 2020 model in gold delivers Apple’s signature design and everyday computing essentials for just $312.99 (reg. $999), saving you $686. -
November 03, 2026 | C.C. WeissAustralians are just hitting their late-spring stride on the way to summer. KombiLife's Weekender package arrives in time to become the ideal little camper van for all types of multi-day road trip, light cross-continent overlanding and holiday camping. -
November 03, 2026 | Ben CoxworthIt's all well and good to hear what the big companies are up to, but if you really want to be inspired, you've got to see what regular folks have made. Quandell Williams is just such a maker, and his DIY ebike enclosure is definitely inspirational. -
November 03, 2026 | Monica J. WhiteRaven Prism puts a standalone Linux computer into smart glasses, pairing eye control and a peripheral display with hot-swappable modular batteries, local processing and tangible hardware-level privacy controls. -
November 02, 2026Not just white noise, but real-time acoustic modulation: the LumiSleep D1 reads prefrontal neural signals through gel-free EEG sensors and adapts the soundscape in real time, with no phone needed once the session begins. -
November 02, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodEvery time I've covered an AR helmet, I’ve seen comments like “Do we really need any more distractions on a motorcycle?” Aegis Rider doesn’t think that way. Its Vision helmet features a head-up display in the form of a pair of drop-down glasses. -
November 02, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodThe Apollo EVO is an 800-hp, naturally aspirated V12-powered hypercar that looks like it escaped from a science-fi film, costs around $3.3 million, and will be built in just 10 examples. It comes from Germany’s only dedicated hypercar manufacturer. -
November 02, 2026 | Mike McRaeNew research provides compelling evidence that fringed jumping spiders experience two distinct sleep states, including one that looks suspiciously like the rapid eye movement (REM) sleep associated with our own vivid dreams. -
November 02, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaSmart bird feeders let you track feathered visitors in your backyard even while you’re at work. Birdbuddy’s new feeder can recognize up to 11,000 bird species, take photos, send notifications, and run on solar power.
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High on sheer cliffs in China, ancient coffins are wedged into rock faces hundreds of feet above the ground. These dramatic burials, now re-examined using ancient DNA, point to a broader practice where disparate cultures all had their own "sky graves."
A new tower is set to make a major impact on the skyline in Toronto, Canada. One Bloor West is nearing completion and has officially surpassed 984 ft, making it the country's first supertall skyscraper. And it's going to get even taller.
Though it has a length of just 24 ft, the Spruce tiny house maximizes its limited available space well. Its compact layout includes a sleeping loft with standing room, and even a small balcony area.
Electric flight seems to be all the rage, but its place in the aviation market has yet to be worked out. We talked to Ralph Müller, CEO of H2Fly, to discuss the state of play of electric aircraft, hybrid hydrogen fuel, and the future of the industry.
The Capucine, by Quadrapol, is a compact tiny house for up to two people. Thanks to its open design, which is arranged on one floor, the home is well-suited to retirees and anyone else who doesn't want to deal with the hassle of stairs.
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.
A bacterium from the gut of Japanese tree frogs has "exhibited remarkably potent" tumor-killing abilities when administered intravenously, outperforming current standard therapies and paving the way for an entirely new approach to treating cancer.
Generally Honda is the major Japanese automaker pushing out a fast, ferocious new side-by-side. This time, it's Toyota, which shows a radical side-x-side that delivers an extra 50+ hp over any production SxS out there.