Technology

If you've heard of SoftBank Robotics, it's likely been in regards to the company's Pepper and NAO humanoid robots. This Tuesday, however, SoftBank announced North American availability of its new Whiz robotic vacuum sweeper.

Given how 360-degree video cameras allow viewers to feel as if they're "in" the viewing environment, it would follow that one of their best uses would be for shooting underwater footage. Well, the 360bubble Deep is designed to help that happen.

An electric toothbrush is an awesome stocking stuffer that will encourage your loved ones to maintain a good dental routine (a gift that benefits everyone), and we recommend the AquaSonic Black Series, which is only $34 this month.

Leonardo's ULISSES sonar system recently completed a live sea trial off the coast of Italy. By processing signals from up to 64 sonobuoys and dipping sensors, it was able to accurately locate multiple, simulated submarines.

Back in July, McIntosh Labs debuted a new generation of high resolution DAC in its C53 preamplifier. Next, the company installed it in the C2700 preamp, and now the DA2 Module is being made available as an upgrade kit for other McIntosh audio gear.

Countless things can go wrong in your own home, such as appliances breaking down, the lights shutting off, or your car not starting. Instead of spending thousands of dollars on repairs, learn how to make repairs yourself with this $25 bundle.

Airbus Helicopters' VSR700 unmanned naval helicopter prototype recently successfully completed its maiden flight. On November 8, 2019, at a drone test center in the south of France, the aircraft carried out a series of tethered flights.

A collaboration between the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has resulted in a mid-air gestural tone and beat controller called the GripBeats.

Although multicopter drones now are being used to transport medical samples and supplies, their 30-minute (or so) battery life limits their range. This week, however, a hydrogen-powered delivery drone managed a one-hour, 43-minute ocean crossing.

Twelve South has released a Bluetooth adapter called the AirFly Pro that can be plugged into old school audio sources with a 3.5 mm headphone jack to stream audio to wireless headphones and earphones.

Autron VR has just launched in Melbourne, Australia, with a range of shooting games, escape rooms and other VR experiences, all tailored for groups. New Atlas went hands on to check it out – and may have ruined regular escape rooms for ourselves.

Nothing is as exhilarating as working out to your favorite playlist, but wired earbuds tend to fall out of your ears or get in your way. Luckily, these $25 headphones are designed for intense workouts in mind, and you can get them for 15% off today.