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Keyboard-MIDI controller combo could be the stuff of musicians' dreams
August 30, 2026
| Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Polyend, maker of immensely cool drum machines, synths, and guitar pedals, is now working on a product for your desk. Keys combines a playable three-octave piano with a QWERTY keyboard you can use for work, composition, and performing.
Thunder Duo X puts Dolby Atmos and surround sound around your neck
August 28, 2026
| Joe Salas
On paper, the OXS Thunder Duo X sounds too good to be true. At a glance, I thought it might be a little gimmicky. After I plugged the system in and fired up Modern Warfare 3, I finished the campaign with some thoughts ...
Smart ring reads your sweat to measure glucose, ketones, and more
August 29, 2026
| Malcolm Azania
A new wearable medical device transmits continuous data collection to a smartphone app. By replacing multiple medical monitors, the ring offers convenience and life-saving discreetness for patients whose fear of stigma outweighs their fear of death.
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August 29, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallWith its all-electric GV90, Genesis transitions from a high-value premium player to a true ultra-luxury pioneer. Blending innovative pillarless coach doors with eye-boggling luxury, it mounts a direct assault on the pinnacle of automotive opulence.
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August 29, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonThe budget action camera market is a crowded one these days, with even GoPro having a crack at the space with its 4K basic Hero model released last year. But this robust all-rounder from XTU offers serious bang for your buck at just US$159.99.
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August 29, 2026 | Adam WilliamsWhen it comes to tiny houses, how small is too small? We're not sure where the line is, but this model doesn't cross it. Despite its compact dimensions, it manages to provide a comfortable layout for two, all on one level.
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August 29, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallThe Flit M2i folding e-bike challenges Brompton's crown by swapping welded seams for glue. Can material science help this lightweight e-bike become a serious contender?
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August 29, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalI'm always happy to find multipurpose gear that lets you pack fewer items when you step out or travel. HMD's latest product – the Nokia 300 Charge – is exactly that, and might be worth a look for outdoorspeople.
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August 29, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodI don’t know how, but BYD manages to get these sorts of headlines almost every week. This time, it’s for the company’s latest crossover SUV – the weirdly named BYD FCB Ti 9 that promises a whopping 1,430-mile (2,300-km) combined range.
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August 28, 2026 | Malcolm AzaniaMetamaterial lattices get their forms from their joints, driving whole-structure behavior from geometric rules. In their folded state, these low-tech “Transformers” offer easy storage and transportation and could inspire a design revolution.
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August 28, 2026 | Joe SalasCalling the Apolosign 32-inch Portable Smart TV a "TV" isn't doing it justice. It's really a 32-inch Android 16 tablet on wheels, with full Google Play Store access and can do nearly everything your phone or tablet can do.
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August 28, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaA new titanium multitool from Rixel combines several functions in a compact lightweight body and uses a revolver-inspired design to store screwdriver bits. It’s currently seeking backing on Kickstarter.
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August 28, 2026 | Adam Williams3D-printed construction is still on the cutting edge, but it's moving to the mainstream. A major stride comes from Denmark, where a team has completed Europe's largest 3D-printed housing project, creating 36 student apartments.
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