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Forget scrubbing in the sink – this is a full-on shoe-washer and dryer

April 16, 2026 | Maryna Holovnova
Keeping shoes clean is neither easy nor particularly fun: hand scrubbing is ineffective, while regular washing machines are way too harsh. The Midishi M1 aims to make the process fully automated and quick, and it’s currently available on Kickstarter.

A giant cat has made itself at home inside Hong Kong’s airport

April 15, 2026 | Bronwyn Thompson
Passengers landing at Hong Kong International Airport this month will be greeted by a surprise friend waiting for them in the arrivals hall – a giant fluffy orange cat sleeping right in the middle of the bustling space.

GoPro's new 8K Mission 1 camera is more than just an actioncam

April 16, 2026 | Utkarsh Sood
GoPro just stunned all of us by announcing a brand new line of action cameras. The Mission 1 won't replace the Hero lineup. Instead, it’s a new, parallel lineup that is aimed at pro creators who want to do more than just capture action in a jiffy.

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Energy can never be created or destroyed. That's basic, unchangeable Physics 101. You just cannot create energy out of thin air. Yet researchers say they have developed a technology that pushes the energy conversion efficiency of solar cells to 130%!
When we first caught wind of Thule's new Widesky rooftop tent, we took the model name to imply a large, clear stargazing skylight. Instead, Thule's latest tent encourages panoramic viewing in a different way, one we haven't seen on any other RTT.
The Freedom Camper pod is back, and this time it launches in its biggest, boldest spec to date. The new XL model grows out of any and all pickup truck boxes, requiring a utility trailer or flatbed to serve as a spacious, comfy mobile RV solution.
Around the world, over two billion daily cups of coffee are consumed. That means there are a staggering amount of coffee grounds getting tossed away every day. Researchers now have a plan to turn all that waste into eco-friendly insulation.
If the average RV shop said it was working on its "most robust, self-sufficient and luxurious camper van," we'd dismiss it as marketing hype. But Tonke isn't average, and we're excited to see what it has in store for VW's newest Transporter.
The new BTL50 flashlight from EDC brand Imalent is a lot more versatile than most other models designed for outdoorspeople, thanks to a clever feature and its surprisingly compact build.

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This off-grid cabin-style tiny house is seriously small, with a floorspace of just 215 sq ft. However, despite its modest dimensions, it has been expertly designed to provide everything you need for a short stay.
You could be forgiven for assuming that this pyramidal skyscraper project was a still from a sci-fi TV show, or perhaps another render that's never going to go ahead. But it is indeed real, and it's begun the early stages of construction.