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Morphing, color-changing liquid stores energy by “charging” into a gel
July 02, 2026
| Etiido Uko
Energy storage usually brings to mind batteries, capacitors, tanks of hydrogen, or maybe some giant gravity system hauling blocks up a tower. Northwestern University researchers have now demonstrated something a lot stranger: a yellow liquid that “charges” by rebuilding itself into a black gel, stores electrons for months, then releases them on demand to drive chemical reactions.
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.
Winnebago's affordable new B+ camper looks to hook newbs on RV life
July 02, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
Growing its lineup of compact, agile small motorhomes, Winnebago has launched the Elora/Resa. The single motorhome with two names targets first-time RVers, piling up details that make transitioning to RV life as intuitive as driving a new car.
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July 02, 2026Tired of struggling with split rings? TiLok upgrades your keychain with titanium construction, magnetic snap-on convenience, mechanical locking security, and a 360° swivel design — now available for backing on Kickstarter.
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July 02, 2026 | C.C. WeissWe'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.
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July 02, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalWeave 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, 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, 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 | 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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