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Looking for a new action camera to film your outdoor exploits, but struggling to decide on which one? Well, you are in luck, as Gizmag's 2014 Action Camera Comparison Guide looks at the specifications and features of some of the best action cameras currently available.

Bicycle historians, take note – it's time once again to look back at 10 of the bike-related products that most caught our attention over the past year! We like 'em, because they're examples of what happens when people dare to try something different.

Last week saw electronic paper-toting wearable, the FES Watch, return to Japanese crowdfunding site. While the campaign is well on the way towards its funding goal under its own steam, a Sony spokesman has revealed to WSJ that the product is an undercover effort from the electronics giant.

A couple of years ago, we first heard about the SoloShot. It's a robotic device that sits between a video camera and a tripod, automatically panning the camera to keep the subject centered in the shot. The SoloShot2 takes things a step further, most notably by also tilting the camera.

McLaren's P1 needs little introduction: the hybrid-V8 powered hypercar sits in a realm where rivals are scarce, and performance figures are beyond comprehension: 0-100 km/h (62 mph) takes just 2.8 seconds. Gizmag got up close and personal with the car to see what the P1 was all about.

ThyssenKrupp has unveiled an innovative Willy Wonka-like elevator system that allows horizontal movement, and makes complex lift shafts featuring large numbers of lifts possible. The technology poses significant implications for the future of tall buildings.

Over the last six months we’ve seen the Windows 8.1 expand into a new category – the budget tablet. These devices combine functionality and low prices, and are genuine alternatives to the wealth of wallet-friendly Android tablets available this Christmas.

Trunkster is luggage that features a rolltop door, battery charger, integrated digital scale, GPS tracking, and improvements to the handle and wheels.

Researchers have been able to take the cellulose in sawdust and convert it into hydrocarbon chains. These can be used as an additive in gasoline or as building blocks to create plastics, rubber, nylon, insulation foams and other materials normally made from ethylene, propylene and benzene.

When musician David Packouz couldn't find a stomp-based drum machine that didn't sound, well, like a drum machine or one that could provide fills, changes and accent hits on the fly, he set about designing and building his own. Gizmag reviews the BeatBuddy drum machine pedal.

In Melbourne's inner-northern suburb of Brunswick stands a beacon of green and thoughtful design. The Commons is a beautiful five-story apartment block with sustainability emanating from every square foot, from the bicycle rack to the communal veggie garden on its roof.

Next time you have a party to organize, there may be one more venue to add to the shortlist. The Nedship Xhibitionist Event Super Yacht design has been penned with the express purpose of hosting celebrations and soirées for up to 600 guests.