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AGV helmet flips MIPS-style tech inside out with micro-sphere shell
September 19, 2026
| Utkarsh Sood
AGV has reached the point where a motorcycle helmet isn't aerodynamic enough unless it is covered in thousands of tiny spheres. No, this isn't a joke, nor is it the result of an unfortunate manufacturing accident involving a tub of bubble wrap.
Slide-out camper-in-a-van box turns van into sleeper RV and back again
September 16, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
The Ebicos Happy Dreamer extends a small van's volume to create a roomier RV. The sleeper pod bursts out of the van's tailgate at camp to create an instant bedroom. Buyers can use it on its own or with the available slide-out kitchen.
$50K turntable puts magnets to work on quieter, smoother spin
September 19, 2026
| Omar Kardoudi
Esoteric's T-01 turntable spins its platter using magnetic fields instead of a belt, silencing motor noise entirely, then partly levitates it maglev-style, all chasing audio indistinguishable from the master tape.
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How many tools can you realistically combine into something the size of a car key fob? London-based company Ysmart packs 36 functions into the Toolt, a compact EDC tool designed to save the day when your toolbox isn’t around.
The Kia PV5 has already set itself apart from the pack in terms of smart, capable, stylish camper vans. Now it's being joined by the larger, roomier PV7, a modular e-van platform that promises to pave the way for more comfortable, flexible campers.
The A-frame Bunkhouse is designed for a good time, not a long time. The tiny house features an extra-wide interior layout that's arranged on one floor and sleeps a family in comfort during their vacations.
This extra-wide tiny house has been designed for flexibility and spaciousness, while maintaining a modest footprint. It's arranged on one floor and has a light-filled and open layout with multiple options available.
The wheel-less Freedom Camper pod has proven an interesting recent development at the entry-level end of the RV market. Now Freedom is preparing to go all-out family camping. Its latest design sees a rooftop tent climb aboard a forthcoming cubic pod.
One of the more impressive tent innovations from 2025, the Cube Tent has landed in the USA. Originally launched in South Africa, the big, blow-up tent is now ready for camping trips across the US. And it'll soon be joined by other handy inflatables.
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September 19, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaEver been paranoid that the suspicious toaster in your hotel room is watching you? Hidden cameras can be hard to find, but a new LED-equipped smartphone case could help spot them. All you need is your phone and just a few seconds. -
September 19, 2026 | Adam WilliamsNot everyone's cut out for climbing into awkward lofts. This tiny house features a compact footprint that's arranged on one floor and has a space-saving design well-suited for use as a guest house or vacation home. -
September 19, 2026 | Etiido UkoTouchscreens are deceptively simple-looking technologies. In reality, they involve various complex electronics and manufacturing processes. Scientists have created a new touch technology using only PVC, laser printing, and regular printer toner. -
September 18, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodThere are easier ways to save a motorcycle company than building a 690-cc single-cylinder rally bike. But that's exactly what KTM has done with the 690 Rally. And given where KTM finds itself today, the timing is rather interesting. -
September 18, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalFujifilm got really whimsical building its latest Instax camera. This digital camera for casual shooting resembles analog point-and-shoot models from the 1960s, but it's like half the size and includes features that'll make it a treat to use. -
September 18, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallToyota Gazoo Racing is replacing its Hilux’s traditional twin-turbo V6 with a next-gen hydrogen fuel cell powertrain for the 2027 Dakar Rally, testing rugged zero-emission tech in the world's most punishing desert environment. -
September 18, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaWhile many EDC manufacturers focus on combining as many different functions as possible, MakerPi from Hong Kong has decided to focus on one thing – getting a solid, secure grip – and refine that idea with its new tool. Called the Tiwrench, it is currently available for backing on Kickstarter. -
September 18, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonChinese tech giant Huawei has made a bold move in the AI "race," announcing that its next-gen AI chip to rival Nvidia will be out as early as the start of 2027. This could release China from the restrictions the US has imposed on its AI development. -
September 18, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalThis new multitool that we've just come across packs four tools into a frame that's both compact and easy to grip. What sets it apart is its range of finishes set in a beautifully shaped handle, making for a sophisticated addition to your EDC kit. -
September 17, 2026 | David SzondyGeneral Atomics has achieved another aviation milestone as its medium-class Mojave Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) carried out the first short take-off and landing (STOL) on a simulated battlefield before returning to its mission.
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Deep underground in a dark, sulfuric cave, scientists have made an incredible discovery – a giant communal spider web spanning more than 1,000 square feet, home to an estimated 110,000 spiders that defy nature to coexist in harmony.
The ambitious Pinnacle SkyTower has reached a major milestone. The supertall skyscraper has topped out at 106 floors and now holds the record for the most floors of any residential building in North America.
Some people can’t get their bad cholesterol levels down, even if they take cholesterol-lowering meds. A clinical trial using a combination of existing and not-yet-released cholesterol tablets lowered bad cholesterol by almost half.
It may surprise some to learn that Polaris has a serious research, development, and testing facility. I got a full tour of the place, along with a dedicated test track that I got to use later.
The Mysa 400 by Irontown Modular is an extra-wide tiny house that features an apartment-style interior with a spacious living area, two bedrooms, and an open design that's suited to full-time living.
After Volkswagen split its midsize van lineup into two distinct model lines, the future of VW van life took the proverbial fork in the road. Spacecamper is the latest to convert a Caravelle, and its new camper arrives as a fast, versatile adventurer.
Scientists have uncovered an intriguing link between infection and brain health, finding that a common bacterium may advance cognitive decline. It's the latest evidence suggesting that bacteria and infections play a key role in destroying our brains.
Adding to the growing body of research that proves our microbiome is a powerful ally in fighting disease, scientists have found that an easy-to-get nutrient in our food causes our guts to produce powerful insulin-regulating compounds.