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Mini rugged phone aims to be your essential adventure buddy
March 19, 2026
| Paul Ridden
Big screen, big battery and useful tools for outdoor enthusiasts – that's what we expect from rugged phones. But hefting one around can be like putting a brick in your pocket. Fossibot's latest effort shrinks the formula down a bit.
30-sec iron-jawed strong box camper hammers into next-gen 4x4 camping
March 17, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
Pickup truck campers have been growing lighter, but few come close to the new Thaircamper. The inflatable camper weighs as little as a fiberglass truck cap and inflates in mere minutes into a full alcove sleeper pod that sleeps three to four people.
24-ft-long tiny house expands living space with rooftop terrace
March 19, 2026
| Adam Williams
One of the obvious challenges with tiny houses is that living space is always so limited. The Erica addresses this with a rooftop terrace and an open interior layout. The home also has multiple options available, including adding in solar power.
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March 19, 2026 | Loz BlainThis ain't teleoperation. Chinese researchers have tested a new, much quicker and easier method of teaching robots to play tennis, and the results look like a breakthrough in machine learning and real-world AI.
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March 18, 2026Sea scooters are often overlooked as pricey toys, but Aquaplane is aiming to change the narrative. Their latest models offer a serious power-to-price ratio, bringing industry-leading features and performance to value-focused divers and enthusiasts.
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March 18, 2026 | Ben CoxworthChecking the pressure of bike tires can be a hassle, particularly if you've got high-pressure tires that let out a gush of air every time you check. The Outrider TL Mini is here to help, as it sends wireless pressure readings from inside the tire.
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March 18, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallDometic’s modular Drinkware system combines a range of bottles, lids and accessories into 408 configurations for any liquid carrying use you can think of, from everyday hydration to serious outdoor adventures.
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March 18, 2026 | Shirl LeighThe Rewindpix, a non-disposable digital camera currently on Kickstarter, is a throwback to the single-use film cameras for people who missed the 90s the first time around, now that the era is vibing all over again.
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March 18, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalBMW is following through with its plan to apply the Neue Klasse design language to its entire all-electric lineup. You can now see it in the beloved 3 series, starting with the i3 50 xDrive electric sedan.
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March 18, 2026Buying a computer is one price, but making it functional with all the popular apps can really add up. With this bundle, you can get a Grade A refurbished MacBook Pro 13” (2020) with Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for $444.99 (MSRP $1,799).
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March 18, 2026 | Monica J. WhiteThe Tarran L1 cargo ebikes combine radar sensing, an auto kickstand, and smart integrations to make heavily loaded urban riding easier. Designed for families and commuters, they focus on stability, safety, and usability over raw performance.
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March 18, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalThis ominous-looking structure could make it way easier to set up your truly private homestead in the middle of nowhere. The Klumpen features a host of utilities including solar power and HVAC ready to go in just 24 hours.
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March 17, 2026 | Loz BlainNearly three years after China began certifying next-gen electric "air taxis" for commercial flights, American contenders are still battling red tape with the FAA – but a new accelerator program will get them airborne across the USA this summer.
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