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Self-improving AI model has people talking – for good reason
April 19, 2026
| Bronwyn Thompson
If it feels like AI is developing too fast to keep up with, a group of Chinese researchers have some bad news – because they've developed a model that "evolves" on its own, creating better versions of itself with each self-analytical loop.
Fearless rugged tablet packs projector, night vision and huge battery
April 18, 2026
| Monica J. White
The 8849 Tank Pad Ultra combines a built-in 1080p projector that puts out 260 lumens for on-the-spot visuals, as well as night vision cameras, and a laser rangefinder in a rugged tablet designed for fieldwork and outdoor use.
Smart bike helmet buckle wirelessly shares rider info in emergencies
April 19, 2026
| Ben Coxworth
While there are already bike helmets that provide vital wearer info in the event of a crash, they typically use electronics that must be built into the helmet. A new high-tech buckle, however, can simply be added to any existing helmet.
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April 19, 2026Rather than chasing tactical styling, the Titaner Heron focuses on tighter tolerances, premium blade steel, refined titanium construction, and a more purposeful cutting experience. The project is now live on Kickstarter.
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April 19, 2026 | David Szondy"Man overboard!" is one of the most frightening things you can hear aboard ship and the outcome is often tragic. Now, maritime technology firm Zelim has achieved official certification for its ZOE Man-Overboard (MOB) machine-vision detection system.
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April 19, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn the running for best budget headphones of 2026, OneOdio's Focus A1 Pro outperform what you'd expect from a pair that'll set you back US$34.99. While they won't outshine premium audio tech, they leave the competition in their price bracket for dead.
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April 19, 2026 | Elizabeth HowellThe floor is literally lava on a nearby exoplanet, new telescope observations show. Given its small size and strange history, L 98-59 d’s molten ocean and odd atmosphere might represent an entirely new category of extraterrestrial world.
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April 19, 2026 | Adam WilliamsWith its attractive wooden interior and minimalist design, the Scandi Inn wears its inspiration on its sleeve. Measuring just 270 sq ft, it makes the most of its compact footprint with space-saving ideas and lots of storage.
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April 19, 2026Working from home is a lot easier when you have the right tools for the job. If you need an upgrade, this bundle of Microsoft Office and Windows 11 Pro is on sale for only $104.99 (MSRP $448.99).
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April 19, 2026 | David SzondyWith a simple switch of a magazine, the Drone Round is claimed to turn a standard NATO caliber small arm into a drone-killing weapon that combines the scattershot of a shotgun with the speed, power and rapid fire of an infantry assault rifle.
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April 19, 2026 | Aaron TurpenThe most versatile vehicle on the road is the minivan and, like cargo shorts, it’s often maligned for no good reason. The 2026 Sienna expands that high practicality by adding a hybrid powertrain as the default.
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April 18, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalYou can now actually buy an Ariel Atom 4RR. The idea that one of these track weapons with 525 hp and a 0-60 mph time of just 2.4 seconds might actually be blasting through city streets has me gobsmacked.
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April 18, 2026 | Jay KakadeThe Earth's rotation has never been perfectly stable, but for most of its history the changes were tiny and natural. Now, a new study shows human-induced climate change is altering it while lengthening days at unprecedented rates.
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