Technology

Japanese air-powered pillow has surprising impact on your day

Bronwyn Thompson — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:35:32 GMT

A one-button self-adjusting pillow that gently shifts your sleep position throughout the night – without waking you – aims to eliminate the health and well-being issues we face as we become increasingly sedentary in bed as we age.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Kickstarter, Sleep, Chronic pain, Insomnia, Health, Well-being, Brain

Robot smashes human record in half-marathon – as another self-destructed

Bronwyn Thompson — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:16:19 GMT

The era of us laughing at humanoids playing sport may now be behind us – for the most part – as a field of robots competing in a half marathon in Beijing demonstrated how frighteningly fast the technology has developed in just 12 months. Even if one model had a day to forget, smashing into pieces after tripping at the starting line, the record-setting winner is a sign of things to come.

Category: AI and Humanoids, Technology

Tags: Future Robot, Honor, Humanoid, Autonomous, Beijing, Sport, Robotic construction, China

Self-improving AI model has people talking – for good reason

Bronwyn Thompson — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:03:00 GMT

If it feels like AI is developing too fast to keep up with, a group of Chinese researchers have some bad news – because they've developed a model that "evolves" on its own, creating better versions of itself with each self-analytical loop.

Category: AI and Humanoids, Technology

Tags: Artificial Intelligence, China

Review: Quality $35 headphones show this brand is no one-trick pony

Bronwyn Thompson — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:03:00 GMT

In the running for best budget headphones of 2026, OneOdio's Focus A1 Pro outperform what you'd expect from a pair that'll set you back US$34.99. While they won't outshine premium audio tech, they leave the competition in their price bracket for dead.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Headphones, Audio, Cheap, Noise-Canceling, Music Player, Bluetooth, Wireless, Portable Audio, Reviews

Fearless rugged tablet packs projector, night vision and huge battery

Monica J. White — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:03:00 GMT

Aside from being tough as nails, rugged gadgets typically prioritize long battery life, but increasingly, newer models have been adding in specialized tools for fieldwork. A projector, for example.

Category: Mobile Technology, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Rugged, iTablet, Projectors

Adaptable film camera shoots photos in any frame size you want

Shirl Leigh — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:03:00 GMT

The VZ-6617 medium format camera, currently on Kickstarter, is a timely shortcut for the photographer eager to experiment with a range of formats for their landscape/scenic shots but hampered by the economics and restrictions of shooting one size at a time.

Category: Photography, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Film Cameras, Kickstarter

Renpho Eyeris Zen massager review: It's surprisingly good

Joe Salas — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:03:00 GMT

I've purchased a couple of massaging dodads in my day – the ubiquitous early-2000s "shiatsu back massager with heat" kind of thing you'd see on TV and whatnot – but those roller balls always end up just jabbing my sacrum or spine, making me more irritated than relaxed. So I gave up on gizmos of questionable quality and decided I'd continue my usual once a decade or so visit to an actual pro.

Category: Wearables, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Massager, Headset, Eye, Reviews

Focused microwaves allow 3D printers to fuse circuits onto almost anything

Omar Kardoudi — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:23:00 GMT

Engineers at Rice University have cracked one of printed electronics' most stubborn problems: how to cure freshly printed conductive ink without destroying the delicate surface underneath.

Category: Electronics, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Rice University, Printable Electronics, 3D Printing, Circuit, microwave

Shoot ultra-smooth 4K at 240 fps with DJI’s newest pocket-sized gimbalcam

Monica J. White — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:57:00 GMT

Smartphones have taken on much of what compact cameras offer, but dedicated pocket cameras still have an edge when it comes to stabilization, control, and creator-focused features. DJI is continuing to refine this space with the Osmo Pocket 4, the latest iteration of its handheld gimbal camera line.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: DJI Innovations, Gimbals, Cameras, 4k

Surprisingly slim battery powers your fridge during hours-long outages

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:03:00 GMT

Bluetti's stuffed a large-capacity home backup battery – designed specifically to keep your fridge running when the power goes out – into a compact shape that's easy to fit and forget right in your kitchen.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Backup, Electricity, Battery, Storage, Bluetti

Forget scrubbing in the sink – this is a full-on shoe-washer and dryer

Maryna Holovnova — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Washing shoes by hand is one of those chores that feels almost punishing: it takes time, effort, patience, and it’s not even that efficient. Tossing shoes into a regular washing machine is always a gamble. They will definitely come out clean, but there is also a good chance they will be damaged. Specialized footwear washers already exist on the market, but most of them only handle the washing part, leaving you to wait hours for your shoes to dry. Casaboom's Midishi M1 aims to solve all of these problems and is currently available on Kickstarter.

Category: Around The Home, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Shoes, Clothing, Washing Machine, Kickstarter, xxKickbooster, Cleaning

GoPro's new 8K Mission 1 camera is more than just an actioncam

Utkarsh Sood — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:18:21 GMT

GoPro just stunned all of us by announcing an entirely new line of action cameras. That’s right – the Mission 1 is a new range of GoPros that will not replace the Hero lineup. Instead, it’s a new, parallel lineup that is aimed at pro creators who want to do more than just capture action in a jiffy.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: GoPro, DJI Innovations, Insta360, Actioncam, Mirrorless Cameras, Micro Four Thirds, Cameras, Video Cameras

Amazon's new Fire Stick HD is a no-brainer for frequent flyers

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:51:28 GMT

Amazon's latest streaming device includes a handy feature that not only makes it a cinch to upgrade your old TV at home, but also to make long days on the road less of a drag.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Streaming Video, Streaming, TV, Amazon, Travel

A swivel display disguises this gaming handheld as a media player

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:04:06 GMT

Anbernic makes a wide range of portable gaming consoles whose designs leave nothing to the imagination, with the usual arrays of controller buttons alongside or below a display. With its upcoming device, it's taking a more discreet design direction, which should also make for an easier fit in your pocket.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Gaming, Handheld, Portable Gaming, EDC

AI suit teaches you new skills by taking control of your muscles

Omar Kardoudi — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:04:59 GMT

Imagine learning to operate a piece of machinery you've never previously touched, not through a tutorial, but through your own hands electrically guided through the right motions. That's the core idea behind an AI-powered suit created by researchers from the University of Chicago.

Category: AI and Humanoids, Technology

Tags: Artificial Intelligence, University of Chicago, Control, Learning, wearable electronics

2026 World Press Photo winners capture planet in a state of flux

Bronwyn Thompson — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:06:17 GMT

From wildfires to our wars on nature and each other, the subjects captured in the winning 42 images of the 69th World Press Photo Contest are not the easiest to view – but it's what makes this annual competition such a prestigious and powerful one.

Category: Photography, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Media, Journalism, Conservation, Climate Crisis, World-wide, Photography, News

This keychain-sized tracker doubles as a personal safety siren

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:03:00 GMT

I like where Pebblebee's head is at with its newest product. Unlike most item trackers that only help you find your stuff a la AirTags, this one is also a personal safety device designed for quick access in an emergency.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Object Tracker, Safety

Samsung's compact speakers bring wireless home theater sound anywhere

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 02:03:00 GMT

Samsung gave us a glimpse of a couple of seriously desirable lifestyle speakers for 2026 a couple of months ago, and I'm happy to report you can now get your hands on them.

Category: Home Entertainment, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Speakers, home theater, Samsung

Retro-style cassette player offers much more than a walk down memory lane

Bronwyn Thompson — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:18:46 GMT

Not everything old is worth a modern makeover, but this is something audio-lifestyle brand Gadhouse seems to understand. Following on from some stunning retro-modern turntables, it's now reviving 1980s portable audio paired with modern convenience.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Cassettes, Retro, Audiophile, Sound, Music Player

Review: 2-in-1 RC smart-plane will put your engineering skills to the test

Bronwyn Thompson — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:30:00 GMT

In its most ambitious set, PowerUp Toys' Starflux Balsa Wood RC Airplane Kit delivers a hands-on experience where each step influences success in the air. And let's just say, the experience was quite a humbling one for a flight enthusiast like myself.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Plane, Craft, Aerodynamics, Flight, Smart technology, Design Engineering, Toys, Reviews, Aircraft

Dyson stuck a near-silent 65,000-RPM motor in its new handheld fan

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:07:00 GMT

If your body typically runs hot, or you find yourself out in the sun often, Dyson's got something to show you. Its new handheld fan packs possibly the most powerful motor you can safely fit into a gadget of this size, and doesn't make a big ol' racket.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Fan cooling, Dyson

Dual-iris home laser projector dials up lifelike detail at 300 inches

Monica J. White — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:46:52 GMT

Back in September, former crowdfunding darling XGIMI announced its first dip into commercial projection waters with the mighty Titan. Now that moniker has found its way onto a new series of premium tri-laser projectors headed to home theaters. The Titan Noir series brings powerful dual-iris contrast control and high brightness to the 4K watch party.

Category: Home Entertainment, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: XGIMI, home theater, Projectors, 4K UHD

NY Yankees' infamous torpedo is the same as regular bat, says science

Michael Franco — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT

During Major League Baseball's (MLB) opening season in 2025, the New York Yankees hit a team-record nine home runs in a single game. Six of those homers came from players using a unique bowling-pin-shaped bat known as a torpedo bat.

Category: Sports, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Baseball, Washington State University, Pennsylvania State University, University of Illinois, Sports

Maxell revives and updates the classic cassette player with Bluetooth

Shirl Leigh — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:03:00 GMT

Japanese consumer electronics company Maxell, known for its high-performance chromium metal cassettes during its 80s zenith, has now released a modern update to the portable cassette player.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Cassettes, Music Player, Retro, Bluetooth

Homemade solar drone smashes endurance record with 5+ hours aloft

Omar Kardoudi — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:01:00 GMT

Luke Bell and his father Mike have done it again. Their new solar-powered drone – running on sunlight and almost nothing else – just claimed an unofficial endurance record for electric multirotors, flying for 5 hours, 2 minutes, and 21 seconds before Luke simply got tired and landed it.

Category: Drones, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Quadcopter, Remote-controlled, Solar Powered

Review: This $429 ergonomic office chair made me ditch my own chair

Utkarsh Sood — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:03:00 GMT

When Sihoo reached out to me to test out its C300 Pro V2 office chair, I thought, why not? So what if it’s not a motorcycle? The truth is, I spend more hours sitting in a chair in my study than on the saddle of my motorcycle.

Category: Around The Home, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Office, Chair, Ergonomic, Reviews, Comfort

Fingertip blanching used to put virtual touch panels on real-world walls

Ben Coxworth — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:14:31 GMT

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.

Category: Virtual Reality, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Augmented Reality, Tohoku University, Touchscreen, Fingers

$28 point-and-shoot camera is now preloaded with Lomo’s best film yet

Bronwyn Thompson — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:27:00 GMT

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.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Lomography, Photography, Art, Analog, Film Cameras, Retro, Accessibility

Colorbox mixes just about any hair color you can imagine, wild to mild

Maryna Holovnova — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:45:18 GMT

Zuvi is a beauty-tech company known for its innovative hair dryers that use light instead of heat. This time, the company is stepping into a new category of hair care products by introducing ColorBox – an at-home hair coloring system designed for those who love bright, bold shades and aren’t afraid to experiment with their look.

Category: Around The Home, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Hair, Colors

Practical Smell-O-Vision could soon be coming to a VR headset near you

Shirl Leigh — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:28:35 GMT

Despite the many improvements in virtual reality (VR) technology, with realistic visual and auditory content that makes the user feel immersed in the environment, the olfactory sense has not been as faithfully replicated in the medium.

Category: Virtual Reality, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Odor, Smell

This desert-proof laptop is a self-contained AI powerhouse

Omar Kardoudi — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:27:00 GMT

Durabook has unveiled the Z14I-HG, a fully rugged mobile workstation packing 682 TOPS (trillion operations per second) of AI power inside a magnesium-alloy shell built to survive everything from minus 29 °C (-20 °F) frozen tundra to plus 63 °C (145 °F) desert heat and direct sandstorm exposure.

Category: Laptops, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Rugged, Workstation, Artificial Intelligence, Portable

4G-connected earbuds use AI to generate meeting notes

Monica J. White — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:48:13 GMT

Budget smartwatch maker Mobvoi has launched the TicNote Pods, which combine wireless earbuds with 4G connectivity and AI transcribing capabilities, aiming to turn everyday conversations into fully indexed, searchable notes and tasks.

Category: Wearables, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Earphones, Artificial Intelligence, Notes, Translation, recording

Omnidirectional propulsion system makes for super-nimble drones

Etiido Uko — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:21:18 GMT

Up, up, and away! That's the flight sequence for most commercially available drones. However, for drones powered by Aerix Systems’ proprietary omnidirectional propulsion technology, a more fitting description would be: up, zoom off, twist, and slide … often all at once!

Category: Drones, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Flight, Omni-Directional

Self-flushing litter box keeps an AI eye on kitties' urinary health

Maryna Holovnova — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:30:17 GMT

Technology these days is all about making life easier, especially when it comes to chores we don’t enjoy – such as cleaning a cat’s litter box. Hong Kong-based company Petalas is trying to address this with its self-flushing litter box, which also monitors the feline's urinary health.

Category: Pets, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Kickstarter, Cats, Self-cleaning, Artificial Intelligence

Ancient Roman board game stumped experts for decades – until AI played

Bronwyn Thompson — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:03:00 GMT

A slab of limestone excavated in 1984 from the ancient Coriovallum settlement in the Netherlands presented a puzzle for researchers of Roman history. Because of its distinct grooves and marks, the stone piece was believed to be some kind of board game – but obviously no rulebook was dug up to confirm this. Now, more than 40 years on, new technology appears to have solved the mystery.

Category: History, Technology

Tags: Flinders University, Games, History, Artificial Intelligence, Puzzles, xxViral or high CTR

Gallery: Powerful images from The Nature Photography Contest

Bronwyn Thompson — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:03:00 GMT

The best images of the Nature Photography Contest have been decided, and we can't imagine it was an easy task for the judges – as just picking some, not all, to showcase here has been a huge challenge. A broad competition, it covers categories including birds, funny wildlife, underwater, landscapes and many more.

Category: Photography, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: nature, Animals, Wildlife, Art, Photography, Landscapes, Environment, Conservation

BlackBerry-style phone gets aluminum body and AMOLED display upgrade

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 22:03:00 GMT

Shanghai-based Unihertz has made a name for itself in recent years with its varied lineup of rugged phones, tiny phones, and BlackBerry-style handsets with full physical keyboards.

Category: Mobile Technology, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Phone, Unihertz, Keyboard, MWC 2026, Kickstarter

LG's new laptop displays switch refresh rates for longer battery life

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 15:03:00 GMT

Windows laptops have traditionally lagged behind Apple's MacBooks in the battery life department, making the latter much easier to recommend for most people who need something for work and school. We might start to see a fairer fight across the board, thanks to an interesting new display technology from LG.

Category: Laptops, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Display, Laptop, LG Display, Dell

Citizen Photon celebrates half a century of solar watch power

David Szondy — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:03:00 GMT

Citizen is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its first analog light-powered watch with the release of its Eco-Drive Photon watch in a limited edition, with two variants of 5,000 units each that pay homage to the peculiar physics of light.

Category: Wearables, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Watches, History

Sub-$300 mini camera drone flies 4K/60fps video and obstacle avoidance

Stefan Ionescu — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 03:03:00 GMT

Consumer drone startup Skyrover is looking to shake up the market for budget drones with the release of its mini drone, the Skyrover S1. It’s claimed to be the first sub-249-g (8.8-oz) camera drone under US$300 to feature forward obstacle avoidance, while also sporting an ultra-HD camera, a long transmission range, and up to 2 hours of flight time.

Category: Drones, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Camera drone, MINI, Portable, 4K UHD, Creative

15.6-inch screen instantly mirrors any phone without cables, apps or Wi-Fi

Bronwyn Thompson — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:03:00 GMT

Described as a "phone-first portable wireless display," this new 15.6-inch IPS screen known as Takolink aims to take the effort – and the need for a shared network – out of mirroring technology. What's more, the makers say it'll work with almost any phone and doesn't require apps or any extra installments and setup.

Category: Electronics, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Kickstarter, Screens, Dual-screen, Portable, Wireless, Social Networking

121-dB portable speaker brings the noise to parties in the park

Monica J. White — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:33:23 GMT

Soundboks has just launched the Mix, a portable Bluetooth party speaker that promises high output, long battery life, and rugged design without sacrificing everyday usability.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Bluetooth Speakers, Portable Audio, Digital music

DJI takes the immersive aerial dog fight to Insta360

Omar Kardoudi — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:42:05 GMT

DJI has arrived in the 360-degree FPV space with serious firepower. Its new Avata 360 can shoot in every direction at once – meaning one flight can yield a wide establishing shot, a tight tracking close-up, and a dramatic low-angle reveal, all from the same file.

Category: Drones, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: DJI Innovations, Immersion, 360-degree, Camera drone

Coin-sized accessory turns your favorite watch into a smartwatch

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 04:03:00 GMT

For all the functionality they add to your wrist, smartwatches really don't hold a candle to the style and elegance of an analog wristwatch. A Chicago-based startup is taking a crack at bringing you the best of both worlds, with a discreet little device that blends into the background.

Category: Wearables, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Smartwatch, Fitness, Watch, Tracking

E Ink tablet makes light work of on-the-Go productivity

Monica J. White — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:57:00 GMT

Boox has refreshed its ultra-thin Go 10.3 E Ink tablet with a lighter design, the option of a front light or not, and Android 15 for a more productive and versatile device.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Tablet, E-Ink, Productivity, E-reader

Modular Android tablet promises to last a decade

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 06:33:00 GMT

We've seen a small number of modular phones with replaceable parts over the last few years, and Lenovo's been following Framework's lead in developing a modular laptop. What if you're in the market for something in between?

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Tablet, Android, Linux, Privacy

Mesmerizing hand-crafted dragon 'soars' with soothing movement

Bronwyn Thompson — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:32:00 GMT

A wooden dragon sculpture that gently flaps its wings has become a crowd-funding hit, but after seeing the traditional handcrafted work that's been put into every single model, making each one unique, the value of such a piece becomes strikingly clear.

Category: Around The Home, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Kickstarter, Dragon, Art, Sculpture, Interior Design, Home decor

Retro boombox plays cassettes, CDs, and Bluetooth audio at 270 W

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:01:00 GMT

Bumpboxx has been in the party speaker business for over a decade, with a number of models styled like 'ghetto blasters' that you can carry on your shoulder all old-school like. Its latest product is a proper throwback boombox, complete with cassette decks and a CD player – along with thoughtful features that make it easy to live with.

Category: Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Speakers, Bluetooth Speakers, Retro, Boombox, Cassettes, CD Player

Dual RGB-laser projector promises lights-on viewing up to 300 inches

Paul Ridden — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:47:02 GMT

Consumer tech giant Hisense unveiled a high-end tri-laser projector at CES 2026 that put out 6,000 lumens and could throw visuals at 300 inches. It's a beast, and we now have more details and, most importantly, pricing.

Category: Home Entertainment, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Hisense, Projectors, Laser, 4K UHD

All-in-one mini PC aims to replace your dock, screen, and phone charger

Monica J. White — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:33:00 GMT

The ViewDock Gen2 is a mini PC that combines Ryzen-powered performance with a built-in display, wireless charging, and a full I/O in a compact vertical design.

Category: Computing, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Kickstarter, Mini-PC, Interface, Display, All-in-one, Dock

Musk wants to build $20B AI chip factory for space data centers

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:26:00 GMT

Elon Musk has previously promised the arrival of fully autonomous Teslas and ultrafast Hyperloop transport – both of which are yet to materialize. For his next trick, the galaxy's richest earthling plans to build an enormous chip manufacturing plant that will positively dwarf every other such facility on the planet.

Category: AI and Humanoids, Technology

Tags: Tesla, SpaceX, Elon Musk, Artificial Intelligence, Chips, Manufacturing

Irsay auction recalibrates music memorabilia record books

Mike Hanlon — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:59:04 GMT

The last of Christie’s four auctions of the Jim Irsay Collection has closed, setting 28 new world record prices, most notably the largest memorabilia auction in history (US$94.5 million), the first two guitars to sell for more than $10 million (here and here), the world’s most expensive trumpet, the world’s most expensive saxophone, the world’s most expensive drum kit (twice), the world's most expensive music concert poster and a near miss on the world’s most expensive piano. In total, the sale included nine of the top 21 guitars ever sold at auction.

Category: Collectibles, Technology

Wild history of unknown superfood that's now destined for fame

Bronwyn Thompson — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:03:00 GMT

Resembling something more like green grapes with thicker and darker skin, the kiwiberry may be one of the healthiest and most underrated fruits around. It's also ancient, dating back more than 20 million years. But until the last century or so, they weren't even considered a valuable fruit – instead, their ornamental vines and flowers were the selling point.

Category: History, Technology

Tags: Crops, Plants, Commercial, Discovered, Market, Historic, World Trade

Simple attachment lets your camera mine the skies for lightning

Shirl Leigh — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:03:00 GMT

Storm chasing, a branch of photography that requires tenacity and perseverance in order to capture lightning strikes, was something I gave all of 20 minutes to before losing interest.

Category: Photography, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Kickstarter, Lightning, Weather

Viral inventor creates a 'storage chair' for your half-dirty clothes

Maryna Holovnova — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Do you know that feeling of coming home exhausted after a long day at work, and the last thing you want to do is neatly fold your clothes? So instead, they just pile up on a chair. And even though a lot of people might be embarrassed to admit it, let’s be honest: most of us do this. And actually, it might not be as bad a habit as it seems at first.

Category: Around The Home, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Kickstarter, Laundry, Chair, Furniture, Clothing, Inventors

Sony World Photo Awards winners deliver the goods again this year

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 20:03:00 GMT

The Sony World Photography Awards competition has been attracting immensely talented creatives from across the globe since 2008, and this year's national and regional winners are no exception.

Category: Photography, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Sony World Photography Awards

Nvidia's AI tech for game graphics still has some growing up to do

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 16:03:00 GMT

Nvidia's DLSS is a clutch of machine learning-powered image rendering technologies that come in handy for boosting the frame rate in your games and improving lighting and image quality. They use the processing power of graphics cards to make this happen on your computer.

Category: Games, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, NVIDIA, Graphics, Real-time rendering, Gaming

This fitness tracker logs your lifts so you don't have to

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 09:03:00 GMT

A team of former Tesla engineers is working on a specialized fitness tracker that's focused on helping you build muscle at the gym.

Category: Wearables, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: Fitness, Exercise, Muscle, Health, Wearable, Tracking

iPhone case adds a rear screen and bonus storage

Abhimanyu Ghoshal — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:57:00 GMT

The iPhone has always been great for photography, but when you're taking selfies, you're at the mercy of the handset's less-capable front camera. This new phone case we just came across solves that with a second mirror-like screen.

Category: Mobile Technology, Consumer Tech, Technology

Tags: iPhone, Accessories, iPhone case, Kickstarter

Instant, real-time video AI is now upon us, for better and worse

Loz Blain — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:03:00 GMT

A new real-time video AI model was demonstrated yesterday, capable of generating its first frame in less than a tenth of a second. If you feel like the world's out of control right now and full of AI bullshit, just wait for what's coming.

Category: AI and Humanoids, Technology

Tags: AI Art and Music, Artificial Intelligence, NVIDIA, Video