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by Bronwyn Thompson

Huge sinkholes in nature have traditionally been viewed as a win for biodiversity, protecting plants that would otherwise be exposed to environmental stressors above ground. However, a new genetic study indicates they are an evolutionary death trap.

by C.C. Weiss

Wellhouse Leisure is one of the world's preeminent crafters of both electric and tiny camper vans, and it combines those talents to craft the most versatile Kia PV5 mini-camper so far. Its iCamper rearranges in ways other PV5 electric campers don't.

by Monica J. White

Tern’s third-gen HSD compact cargo ebike adds a stronger 419-lb-rated frame, Bosch Gen 5 power, automatic-shifting options, family accessories and vertical storage, while staying shorter than a regular bike.

by Etiido Uko

OpenAI, the AI lab that brought us ChatGPT, which simultaneously evoked awe, fear, and fascination when it first launched in 2023, has released its first-ever hardware product, a $230 mini-keyboard that’s designed to enhance users’ workflow.

by Adam Williams

With its modest length of 20 ft, the Mini tiny house could be a good fit for would-be nomads. It combines compact dimensions with a well-designed layout that has everything needed for up to two people to downsize.

by Monica J. White

Hisense’s PX4 Pro 4K ultra-short-throw projector features daylight-bright triple-laser color, Dolby/IMAX cinema support, streaming entertainment and premium gaming, and built-in Devialet-tuned audio for under $4,000.

by Utkarsh Sood

At $17,999, Harley has packaged the attitude of a custom bobber with the proven Softail platform on the Deadwood, creating one of the more compelling factory-built cruisers in its lineup. Love or hate Harley, this will certainly get people talking!

by Maryna Holovnova

A camping stove is arguably one of the most important pieces of outdoor equipment. The compact Pyronex stove also doubles as a heater and lantern and helps protect the flame from the wind with its fully enclosed design.

by Malcolm Azania

Traditional hydraulic dampers that protect buildings from winds and earthquakes can fail at extreme temperatures, and are costly and extremely inconvenient to repair or replace. New sand dampers could solve all of those problems.

by Abhimanyu Ghoshal

Chip Motors, a new EV startup out of Miami, is betting that more people will choose a right-sized family vehicle for everyday trips in and around their neighborhoods. That includes trips without anyone in the car.

by C.C. Weiss

We're so used to seeing folding knives, we're never expecting an entirely different tool in a folding package. But the all-new Norse Foldable from Willumsen is just that, concealing a different style of fold-out blade inside its knife-like handle.

by David Szondy

BAE Systems unveiled a full-scale mock-up of its newly announced Brontanax autonomous strike plane at this year's Farnborough International Air Show. It is billed as Britain's first home-designed uncrewed autonomous Collaborative Combat Aircraft.

by Abhimanyu Ghoshal

Peak Design already makes a range of well-loved camera accessories, and it's now expanding its lineup with the Field Bracket. It's designed for folks who use their gear in many different scenarios, and could use a mounting system that'll keep up.