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Review: DJI Mic Mini – Why it's still unbeatable in 2026
February 02, 2026
| Utkarsh Sood
The DJI Mic Mini is a small wireless mic kit that ticks most boxes you’d expect from a wireless mic in today’s times … with a tiny form factor. Now, more than one year after it's release, it' still continues to offer exceptional value for money.
Saudi gigaproject opens with world's largest and fastest roller coaster
February 02, 2026
| Adam Williams
Saudi Arabia rarely does things by halves, so it's no surprise that its new high-profile theme park has already smashed multiple world records. Six Flags Qiddiya City features the world's longest, fastest, and tallest roller coaster.
Pop-up Unimog woody camper is unlike any RV you've seen
February 02, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
The Mercedes-Benz Unimog always makes an impression. That becomes even truer when the stout-jawed U418 variant shows up painted in Rover green carrying what appears to be a truck-sized beer barrel or treasure chest below a rooftop tent.
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In announcing the new 40 Years of Nugget limited edition camper van, Ford released exactly one exterior and one interior photo. Unacceptable. We made sure to stop by and grab more pictures of the world's latest Nugget camper van at its CMT debut.
Woods Design has unveiled a stylish metal bracelet that’s actually an EDC toolkit featuring hex screwdrivers, a spoke wrench, whistle, compass, eternal pen, and a fire starter. It can even morph into a strap for your smartwatch.
Apple TV is still producing top-shelf science fiction television and it's turning into an impressive slate. From stunning successes to some artistic swing 'n' misses, here is our up-to-date ranking of Apple's sci-fi TV, from worst to best.
I love carabiners for keeping keys and other essential items together so I don't misplace them. A new one I've spotted from upstart EDC brand Mr. Gadget goes several steps further and cleverly slots a bunch of useful tools in its titanium frame.
The Tiny Hogwarts features a compact interior that would be a good fit for two people to live full-time, but thanks to some well-thought-out interior design choices it can also accommodate up to four when needed.
Going tiny always means making some sacrifices, but the Natural Luxe needs fewer than most. It has a remarkably open and spacious layout with a large kitchen and living area, and even a dedicated home office.
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February 02, 2026 | Etiido UkoWhat has opposable thumbs and is the most dexterous tool on the planet? The human hand! Right? Well … not anymore. According to engineers at EPFL's school of engineering, a newly developed robotic hand may have just taken that title. -
February 02, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalThere are all kinds of critical infrastructure lying underwater – road and rail tunnels, pipelines for oil and gas, dams, and more. Could we simply 3D print such projects beneath the surface of the ocean? Cornell University is about to find out. -
February 02, 2026Tired of melting ice and soggy coolers? The ICECO APL55 dual-zone portable freezer delivers dependable, app-controlled refrigeration for camping, overlanding, and long road trips—efficient, rugged, and built for vehicle-based adventures. -
February 01, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonRugged tech is a rapidly growing market, with outdoor users eager for everyday devices built to survive real-world punishment. Here, the new Oukitel RT10 Rugged Tablet delivers solid performance and supreme battery life – for less than $500. -
February 01, 2026 | Joe SalasWatch this video of a working Lego clock that uses gear trains, a pendulum escapement, falling-weight power, and solar-driven rewinding to operate a multi-stage calendar and billion-year counter. -
February 01, 2026Get Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows for $34.97 (reg. $219.99). One-time purchase, no subscription, with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Publisher included. Deal ends Feb. 22 at 11:59 p.m. PT. -
February 01, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalIf you're gonna go off-roading in the desert, you better have a ride that's purpose-built to survive that sorta terrain. That's certainly not what Genesis is traditionally known for, but it's thrown its dusty hat in the ring with a wild new concept. -
February 01, 2026 | David SzondyNuclear power isn't just for naval ships anymore as demonstrated by the Nuclear Propulsion in merchant Shipping (NuProShip II) project led by the Norwegian University of Science and Technology which is looking at fitting nuclear reactors to heavy-duty commercial vessels. -
February 01, 2026 | Adam WilliamsZaha Hadid Architects has revealed plans for the largest airport in Africa. As you might expect from the firm, this ambitious building is very striking, and it will take the form of a massive futuristic structure in the desert. -
January 31, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaNowadays, wood is rapidly becoming a valuable material in the renewable tech industry, replacing many harmful materials. Recent research shows that wood-derived compounds can serve as an alternative to the toxic chemicals used in paper receipts.
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Mukaab, the world's largest skyscraper, is one of the most ambitious construction projects ever conceived. However, according to a new report, Saudi authorities have stopped work on the the gigantic building, and its future now looks uncertain.
Construction on the new world's tallest skyscraper is rapidly approaching a major milestone. Saudi Arabia's JEC Tower is racing towards 100 floors, making it another step closer to achieving its projected 2028 completion date.
Yamaha has been working with storied British carmaker Caterham on its new electric sports car. Dubbed the Project V, it is finally here. And not only is it coming to America, but it is coming for Porsche.
Researchers have discovered a new way to potentially treat liver disease. By blocking a key inflammatory pathway it could be possible to reduce liver damage and improve blood vessel function in patients suffering cirrhosis.
Last year, Subaru surpassed Toyota and Lexus to become the most reliable carmaker according to Consumer Reports. This year, Toyota reclaims its crown. And there’s one damning stat: Four out of the top five most reliable car brands this year are Japanese.
In the South China Sea, the aqua-colored waters of an expansive shallow reef platform suddenly gives way to a near vertical shaft of vast darkness – an ocean sinkhole almost entirely devoid of oxygen and, in turn, marine life as we know it.
High on sheer cliffs in China, ancient coffins are wedged into rock faces hundreds of feet above the ground. These dramatic burials, now re-examined using ancient DNA, point to a broader practice where disparate cultures all had their own "sky graves."
For nearly a century, a strange band of 5,200 holes carved into a hillside has defied explanation. Stretching for nearly a mile along the edge of the Pisco Valley, Monte Serpe – "serpent mountain" – may have finally revealed its secrets to scientists.