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Living healthier longer is easier and more affordable than you think
by Bronwyn Thompson
Longevity has become a bit of a buzz word, and has become increasingly aligned with the tech industry. But a timely report from Harvard Medical School reminds us that we have a lot of power when it comes to how we age – and it's backed by science.
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British Paras test ebikes for speedy and stealthy combat mobility
by David Szondy
Why walk when you can ride? That seems to be the question of the day as British Army paratroopers exchange Shanks' pony for electric bikes during a combat exercise in Canada, testing the zero-emission conveyances alongside tactical drones and electronic warfare systems.
ChatGPT Voice shifts from chatbot to proper assistant
by Howard Armitage
ChatGPT’s upgraded voice mode can listen while it speaks, survive interruptions and reach into the tools you already use. The everyday improvements are useful, but the glimpse of what comes next is where things get interesting.
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Extra-wide tiny house makes for roomier living on wheels
by Adam Williams
Tiny houses have been trending larger in recent years, but this model proves you don't need a massive trailer to create a practical home. With a length of just 22 ft, but an increased width, it manages to fit a livable interior.
Hands-on with Zeiss's new aircraft holographic technology
by David Szondy
Mention Zeiss, and it's likely to bring up planetarium projectors and advanced optical lenses, but aerospace products wouldn't get much of a look-in. That is, until now, as New Atlas gets hands-on with Zeiss's new holographic technology for aircraft.
Full-squish trekker built to Roam city and beyond
by Monica J. White
MapFour started out as a new model line under budget-ebike favorite Engwe, before morphing into its own brand last year. Its first major launch under that new banner is aimed squarely at the European trekking ebike market.
Review: OneOdio improves on the Studio Max (or did they?)
by Joe Salas
Last year, I reviewed OneOdio's Studio Max 1 headphones and came away genuinely impressed. This year, I tested out the Studio Max 2 and ... I kind of want the old ones back.
Audi A2 e-tron: 2026 EV boasts impressive electric range
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Back in 1999, Audi made the fantastic A2, a charming MPV that delivered exceptional mileage. Sadly, it was a bit expensive and didn't sell well. The company is bringing this model back for 2026 as an EV – with efficiency to match its legacy.
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Benelli's fully faired Tornado 550 sportbike whips up a storm
by Utkarsh Sood
The Tornado 550 signals Benelli's intent to be taken seriously in the sportsbike conversation. It comes powered by a 270-degree twin, with premium suspension and braking components, while costing less than the Honda CBR500R or Triumph Daytona 660.
Magnetic telescope doubles as a 500-meter flashlight and more
by Maryna Holovnova
A lot of outdoor gadgets are designed to do more than just one job. Currently on Kickstarter, the Nivora Apex X is a compact telescope aimed at hikers and birdwatchers that also doubles a flashlight, power bank, and smartphone mount.
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Watching plants grow in real time is not my idea of time well spent, but if you could just sit down and watch the highlights that might be good. The PlantCam allows you to do just that, capturing images over time and condensing key moments into a timelapse video.
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