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Smart hub is made to keep bike and moto bars sleek and simple
19 March 2026 @ 4:19 pm
Although bar-mounted smartphones are a common sight, we're seeing an increasing number of compact simplified devices designed specifically for two-wheelers. The turn-by-turn navigating RC10 is the latest, and it even sports a headlight.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportTags: KicksRadical aero bicycle is the cheapest Bugatti you could ever own
19 March 2026 @ 2:56 pm
Snapping up the most basic supercar Bugatti makes will set you back by about two and a half million dollars. An easier five-figure entry into the legendary Italian marque's client list is the new aero bicycle it's collaborated on with Factor Bikes.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportMini rugged phone aims to be your essential adventure buddy
19 March 2026 @ 12:33 pm
Big screen, big battery and useful tools for outdoor enthusiasts – that's what we expect from rugged phones. But hefting one around can be like putting a brick in your pocket. Fossibot's latest effort shrinks the formula down a bit.Continue ReadingCategory: Mobile Technology, Consumer Tech, TechnologyTags: 24-ft-long tiny house expands living space with rooftop terrace
19 March 2026 @ 10:28 am
One of the obvious challenges with tiny houses is that living space is always so limited. The Erica addresses this with a rooftop terrace and an open interior layout. The home also has multiple options available, including adding in solar power.Continue ReadingCategory: Tiny Houses, OutdoorsTags: Watch: Humanoid robot gets surprisingly good at tennis
19 March 2026 @ 8:23 am
This ain't teleoperation. Chinese researchers have tested a new, much quicker and easier method of teaching robots to play tennis, and the results look like a breakthrough in machine learning and real-world AI.Continue ReadingCategory: AI and Humanoids, TechnologyTags: Smaller smart sensor gets the inside scoop on bike tire pressure
18 March 2026 @ 9:25 pm
Checking the air pressure of bike tires can be a hassle, particularly if you've got high-pressure tires that let out a gush of air every time you check. The Outrider TL Mini is here to help, as it sends wireless pressure readings from inside the tire.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportTags: Legendary RV brand reinvents everyday carry essential
18 March 2026 @ 5:57 pm
The humble water bottle isn’t an obvious candidate for a high-end makeover. But a smart new range from Sweden looks set to raise the bar for the world’s portable drinkware.Continue ReadingCategory: Gear, OutdoorsTags: dometiRetro reusable digicam draws on the spirit of the disposable film camera
18 March 2026 @ 4:12 pm
The Rewindpix, a non-disposable digital camera currently on Kickstarter, is a throwback to the single-use film cameras for people who missed the 90s the first time around, now that the era is vibing all over again.Continue ReadingCategory: Photography, Consumer Tech, TechnologyTags: CamerasBMW's sporty 3 series gets the electric Neue Klasse treatment
18 March 2026 @ 1:44 pm
BMW is following through with its plan to apply the Neue Klasse design language to its entire all-electric lineup, having started with the iX3 SUV last week. It's now moved onto the beloved 3 series, with the i3 50 xDrive electric sedan looking quite a bit like the prototype we saw last July.Continue ReadingCategory: Automotive, TransportTags: Tech-packed cargo ebike puts eyes in the back of your head
18 March 2026 @ 11:07 am
The Tarran L1 cargo ebike combines radar sensing, an auto kickstand, and smart integrations to make heavily loaded urban riding easier. Designed for families and commuters, it focuses on stability, safety, and usability over raw performance.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportTags: ebikes,