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Solar motorcycle visor automatically tints when it's bright out
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
An Italian optics research firm might have just tackled literally the biggest issue I face while motorcycling: the sun in my eyes. Irid's liquid crystal-based technology tints helmet visors to cut glare in an instant.
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AI-boosted stethoscope excels at listening to our hearts
by Michael Franco
While AI certainly has its issues, there’s little doubt that it shines in terms of medical diagnostics. Now, a new study suggests it can even make the humble stethoscope an even more powerful tool than it already is for detecting heart disease.
Kia's 1st tiny camper van rolls out in slick, IKEA-like setup from USA
by C.C. Weiss
Kia has introduced an officially branded camper package for the tiny PV5 electric van. Interestingly, the flat-pack IKEA-like assemble-yourself mini-camper kit was developed in the USA, which has not yet been confirmed as a PV5 market.
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Apartment-sized tiny house delivers small living without compromise
by Adam Williams
Downsizing to a tiny house usually requires some serious compromises. However, the English Garden has a remarkably roomy and stylish interior that feels more like an apartment than a traditional tiny house.
2.5-kg high-torque DJI ebike motor jumps into city commuting
by Stefan Ionescu
Up until very recently, DJI's lightweight-but-torquey Avinox mid-drive motor has been powering off-road eMTB adventures. The Revo-C from Germany's Velo De Ville high-end custom is one of the first commuter rides to bring such power to city riding.
Display hub adds three more screens powered through single USB port
by Monica J. White
The MagHub Quad Max unfolds into three 18.5-inch 1080p screens, turning a laptop into a four-display workstation via one USB-C cable. Larger than most portable multi-screen setups, it aims to enable serious multitasking and collaboration.
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Apartment-sized tiny house delivers small living without compromise
by Adam Williams
Downsizing to a tiny house usually requires some serious compromises. However, the English Garden has a remarkably roomy and stylish interior that feels more like an apartment than a traditional tiny house.
2.5-kg high-torque DJI ebike motor jumps into city commuting
by Stefan Ionescu
Up until very recently, DJI's lightweight-but-torquey Avinox mid-drive motor has been powering off-road eMTB adventures. The Revo-C from Germany's Velo De Ville high-end custom is one of the first commuter rides to bring such power to city riding.
Display hub adds three more screens powered through single USB port
by Monica J. White
The MagHub Quad Max unfolds into three 18.5-inch 1080p screens, turning a laptop into a four-display workstation via one USB-C cable. Larger than most portable multi-screen setups, it aims to enable serious multitasking and collaboration.
World's fastest jet ski gets high-tech upgrade and stability at top speed
by Bronwyn Thompson
Sea-Doo’s RXP-X has built a reputation as an aggressive, race-inspired watercraft – one designed for pace, tight cornering and great control. Now, the RS 325 takes the model to a thrilling new level, keeping its title as the beast of personal watercraft.
Battery-free tool combines functions of ratcheting screwdriver and socket set
by Maryna Holovnova
The FixBuddy Ratchet combines the functions of a ratcheting screwdriver and a socket set into a portable tool. Designed by a Hong Kong-based team of engineers, it is currently seeking crowdfunding support on Kickstarter.
Ducati’s street‑legal 450 Enduro is almost here
by Utkarsh Sood
Ducati’s Desmo450 EDS is on the cusp of a global release. It's based on the Desmo450 MX motocrosser, powered by a 450cc single that puts out 63.5 hp and 39.5 lb-ft of torque. Plenty of power for a sub-500cc street-legal enduro!
35-mm camera opens up panoramic film photography to the rest of us
by Shirl Leigh
The BeerPAN may be the entry point for photographers seeking an affordable alternative to vintage medium-format panoramic cameras that usually sell for several thousand dollars. It's a 35-mm film camera that's compatible with Bronica Zenza ETR lenses.
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This is what happens when you're launched at 80 km/h off a truck going 80 km/h.
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