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Fingertip blanching used to put virtual touch panels on real-world walls
2 April 2026 @ 5:14 pm
You know how your fingertip flushes white when you press it against a hard surface? Well, scientists have now used that phenomenon to place augmented reality (AR) touch panels on real-world surfaces such as walls and desks.Continue ReadingCategory: Virtual Reality, Consumer Tech, TechnologyTags: Genesis' sporty luxury wagon concept invokes instant stank face
2 April 2026 @ 2:56 pm
Alright Genesis, the time for pussyfooting is over. After its unveiling back in December 2025, we're getting a better look at the G90 Wingback concept at the ongoing 2026 New York International Auto Show – and our desire for this masterpiece has grown even more wanton.Continue ReadingCategory: Automotive, TranspoOff-grid-capable tiny house packs flexible living into road-ready frame
2 April 2026 @ 12:08 pm
The Katrin tiny house packs a lot of flexibility into its compact frame. Sleeping four adults comfortably, it can be upgraded to run off-grid and features a well-thought-out interior that includes a space-saving folding staircase and underfloor heating.Continue ReadingCategory: Tiny Houses, OutdoorsTags: Lift off for first manned Moon mission in 53 years
2 April 2026 @ 12:59 am
Humanity took its first step back to the Moon after 53 years as the US Artemis II circumlunar mission lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex 39B in Florida at 6:35 PM EDT with four astronauts aboard.Continue ReadingCategory: Space Systems, EngineeringTags: artemis, Knee-saving platform pedal is the first one to float
1 April 2026 @ 8:08 pm
Platform pedals with traction pins are great for keeping your feet in place, but they can cause joint injuries by restricting your natural foot movements. The 8 Degree Pedal is made to help, as it's the first platform pedal that's designed to float.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportTags: Pedal, Verge's first motorcycle with a solid-state battery rolls off the line
1 April 2026 @ 3:37 pm
We've covered Verge Motorcycles extensively for years, as the Estonian brand has been hard at work developing a novel electric motorcycle that looks – and runs – like nothing else out there. The company says it's now shipped its first bike with a world-first solid-state battery.Continue ReadingCategory: $28 point-and-shoot camera is now preloaded with Lomo’s best film yet
1 April 2026 @ 2:27 pm
Drastically shifting from experimental film and costly hardware, Lomography is taking on the digital world of photography. Its new reloadable LomoChrome Classicolor camera – costing less than US$28 – captures images that don't need any filters.Continue ReadingCategory: Consumer Tech, TechnologyTags: LomographyExtra-wide tiny house brings big-home comforts to small living
1 April 2026 @ 1:37 pm
Tiny houses typically require major compromises when it comes to home comforts, but this extra-wide model takes a different approach. Its spacious interior features an open layout with a large living room and kitchen, plus a bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower.Continue ReadingCategory: Tiny Houses, OutdoorsTags: Tests confirm super-fast charging for first solid-state-battery e-moto
1 April 2026 @ 12:13 pm
Finnish-Estonian bikemaker Verge has been in plenty of headlines in the past few years. Now, it’s time for its spin-off partner company, Donut Lab, to get its fair share of eyeballs. The company has been working on solid-state battery tech for a while, and it seems it’s finally seeing some worthwhile results.Continue ReadingCategory: Motorcycles, TransportTags: Review: 2026 Ram 1500 no longer out-trucks the other pickups
31 March 2026 @ 7:30 pm
Since its inception, the Ram Truck brand has tried to be the most truck of all the trucks. “Best-in-Class” this and “Segment-leading” that headlined every press release and advertisement. Not anymore.Continue ReadingCategory: Automotive, TransportTags: Truck,