Technology, Innovation & Outdoor News
Tennis robot rallies with you – and then critiques your game
June 29, 2026
| Bronwyn Thompson
Technology has come for many jobs, and one that it seems to be targeting is that of the tennis coach. The Acemate S10 builds on other models that can fire balls at you on the court – by being able to return those balls to mimic a rally.
Extra-wide tiny house is built for comfortable family living
June 28, 2026
| Adam Williams
Downsizing is all well and good, but a family living on top of each other is bound to get old fast. The Old Man Pine addresses this with a spacious and well-thought-out layout that's a good fit for full-time family living.
Review: Sleek $200 projector nails picture, sound and ease of use
June 29, 2026
| Bronwyn Thompson
The Magcubic X7 home smart projector is a surprising package. At first glance, it looks more like a portable unit limited in function. But from sound to connectivity and picture quality, this easy-to-use projector is serious value for money.
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You know how rejuvenating a bath feels after a day of work? Almost like you're renewed. Turns out that's not exclusive to humans. Scientists have developed an electrochemical bath that restores spent lithium-ion batteries to nearly 100% capacity.
Unlike a lot of tiny houses we see, the Justine doesn't attempt to cram too much into its towable frame. Instead, it spreads its interior layout across a single floor, creating a spacious home that's suitable for full-time living.
The Ti-Trailblazer looks like a traditional mechanical compass, but its compact body hides 10 additional miniature tools designed as a backup option for your outdoor adventures. It's currently on Kickstarter.
Rossmönster has established itself as one of the great masterminds of RV innovation. Now it's unleashing its design acumen on the B+ motorhome category. The new Loft redefines just how comfortable and stylish a small Sprinter adventure rig can be.
The first hotel run by robots is set to open its doors to the public next year. It comes as no surprise that it's happening in China – on the artificial island built for the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, the cross-sea megaproject in the Pearl River Delta.
Volkswagen has refreshed the California camper van with a new look, sharpened interface and improved driver-assistance package. Best of all, a new climate control feature will make camping more comfortable throughout the entire year.
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June 28, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonThe volatile seismic zone along the roughly 750-mile San Andreas Fault beneath California are "critically stressed" – a level of pressure that has reached its highest point in 1,000 years – increasing the likelihood of a big earthquake hitting the US. -
June 28, 2026 | C.C. WeissAfter a couple years of fast growth in the ultralight freestanding tent market, 2026 has been rather quiet. But a new player shatters the silence with an impressive solo freestander that drops in around 2 lb ... at half the price of some competitors. -
June 28, 2026Accidentally deleted iPhone photos? Dr.Fone recovers them even without backup. Connect, scan, restore in 3 steps. Preview and selectively recover to your phone or computer. Save your memories today.
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Health and Science news from our sister site: Refractor
Not only is the Brazil nut a protein-packed addition to a typical bag of trail mix, but it could also protect the Amazon rainforest from deforestation.
An experiment conducted by a team of researchers from Texas A&M University has revealed a healing sequence in mammalian physiology that rebuilds lost skeletal structure, albeit with less than perfect results.
Why does the "poop emoji" look the way it does? Physics has the answer: as most animals defecate downward, each new coil falls a shorter distance, naturally forming the familiar tapered swirl.
An opioid drug with a low risk of addiction and respiratory depression has emerged as a promising candidate for treating chronic pain and pruritus, a condition that compels people to scratch their skin. And it's already on the market.
Strength training has long been seen as something you mainly do to build muscle or look good. But a new study adds to a growing body of evidence that shows lifting weights does far more than change how we look. It may help us live longer.
Melatonin – a go-to sleep aid for kids and adults alike in many households in the US – continues to create media buzz, with conflicting messages that leave people uncertain about its safety. A pediatrician and sleep medicine doctor weighs in.
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June 28, 2026 | Joe SalasLike me, you probably drank out of the hose when you were a kid, maybe even straight from the river ... then you learned about bacteria, viruses, got Montezuma's Revenge – or worse – from contaminated water and prefer it to be filtered now. -
June 28, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodThe Wolfstorm comes from Kyiv-based USC, which specializes in military equipment. Thanks to its near-zero heat signature and zero sound, it looks like the perfect tactical motorcycle for military use. But could we see it made available to the public? -
June 28, 2026Need to write a report, build a budget, organize email, or create a presentation? Microsoft Office remains one of the easiest ways to get all of that done—and right now, you can own it instead of paying for it every month. -
June 28, 2026 | Monica J. WhiteYashica’s Funtastic Keychain Camera brings lo-fi photography into your everyday carry universe, with a flip-up selfie screen, 1-MP sensor, microSD storage, collectible designs, and a sub-US$30 price for intentionally imperfect snaps. -
June 28, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalFrench upstart Vela Transport hopes to cut shipping emissions by 99% with its marine logistics service. It'll use wind power to propel custom sailboats across the Atlantic Ocean with palletized cargo on board, negating the need for fossil fuels. -
June 27, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalAmflow's versatile new ebike breaks out of the brand's eMTB comfort zone. The TL Carbon does everything from city commutes to loaded touring to trail riding, with plenty of power and functionality packed into a lightweight build. -
June 27, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaAs advanced as modern cameras are, they still struggle with mixed lighting conditions. New technology can adapt to changing light faster than the human eye, potentially making self-driving cars safer and even serving as a visual aid in the future.
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Shoei has just launched the GT-Air 3 Smart, the world’s first moto helmet to feature fully integrated augmented reality thanks to a partnership with EyeLights, which specializes in head-up displays and Bluetooth audio kits.
While there are many uses for soft-bodied robots, the things are still only built in small batches. Scientists are out to change that, with a mass-production-capable soft bot that is 3D-printed in a single piece which walks off of the print bed.
After leaving the competition scrambling with the launch of a powerful ebike drive system in 2024, DJI brand Avinox is set to do it all again with a second-generation flavor designed to beat every rival on power, torque, and weight.
There's no replacement for displacement. An adage that's been around as long as the combustion engine, really. But these age-old sayings don't really apply anymore when it comes to electric motors.
Despite the headlines, there’s limited evidence that using large language models – like Claude and ChatGPT – is rotting the brain. But there’s enough cause for concern.
The method used to brew coffee can significantly affect levels of natural cholesterol-raising compounds called diterpenes, according to a new study. It might be that the way your coffee is made is affecting your heart health.
Once famous for building the world's biggest and most powerful engines, Finnish company Wärtsilä is investing heavily in technology to clean up the notoriously difficult heavy marine sector. CEO Håkan Agnevall lays out a roadmap to zero carbon 2050.
Dinosaurs may be long extinct, but 2025 made it clear that they’re anything but settled science. New fossils, reanalyses of famous specimens and increasingly sophisticated tools have helped us learn more about how they lived, moved, fed and evolved.