Drop and give me a bookcase: Learn basics of using power tools with Drill Sergeant

University of California, Berkeley student Eldon Schoop has developed an innovative new way to teach people how to use power tools called Drill Sergeant.

Smart Home News         April 27, 2021

Congress wants NASA to build a deep space habitat for astronauts, and finish it by 2018

Part of NASA's recently passed budget plan laid out by Congress urges the space agency to develop a prototype deep space habitat by as early as 2018.

News         April 2, 2021

Elon Musk wants to visit space by 2021, send people to Mars by 2025

While talking at the 2016 Startmeup HK Venture Forum, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk says he wants to travel to space by 2021 and send astronauts to Mars by 2025.

News         April 2, 2021

Could a spacecraft really make the journey to Mars in 30 minutes? One physicist says yes

UC Santa Barbera professor Philip Lubin theorizes that by using directed energy propulsion, a spacecraft could reasonably reach Mars in just 30 minutes.

Features         April 2, 2021

In just two years, Elon Musk wants to establish a cargo route between Earth and Mars

While speaking to the Washington Post recently, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk detailed his company's mission to Mars which includes setting up a cargo route by 2018.

News         April 2, 2021

Mere seconds from landing on Mars, Schiaparelli lander’s signal goes dark

Scheduled to land on the surface of Mars on October 19, the ESA's Schiaparelli lander lost contact with the agency mere minutes away from landing.

News         April 2, 2021

Save big on your winter bills with Egloo’s electricity-free heater

By making using of just four candles, the terra cotta-outfit Egloo heater can heat a 90-square-foot room upwards of 10 degrees in just 30 minutes.

Smart Home News         February 11, 2021

Who picks the best songs? We test Pandora, Spotify, Beats Music, Rdio, and iTunes Radio

Every algorithm-based music radio service has a lengthy explanation about its machine learning technology. But what about the songs behind the science?

Guides         January 19, 2021

Japanese scientists have created artificial skin that can grow hair and sweat

Developed at the RIKEN Center for Developmental Biology in Japan, a batch of lab-grown skin implanted in mice showed the ability to sweat and grow hair.

News         September 28, 2020

Turn studio flats into spacious one-bedroom apartments with this amazing robotic furniture

With the simple press of a button, the Ori furniture system has the ability to turn typically small studio flats into spacious one-bedroom apartments.

Smart Home News         September 28, 2020

Customize your own unique craft beer with PicoBrew’s new Freestyle system

At CES 2017, the Seattle-based PicoBrew unveiled its new Freestyle crafting system which allows owners to fully customize their craft beer.

Smart Home News         September 25, 2020

The best glamping gear

If you like the idea of the outdoors but aren't particularly fond of roughing it, then a selection of the best glamping gear is exactly what you need. From brewing coffeehouse-quality espresso to cooking up the perfect pizza, these are the glamping gadgets you need to survive the backcountry in style.

Trash         September 16, 2019

Xdesk Terra standing desk review

With the standing desk market as crowded as ever, Xdesk’s Terra provides a refreshing and beautiful deviation from the typical, run-of-the-mill electric desk.

Computing         August 23, 2019

Bluesmart Black Edition review

With a built-in smartphone charger, digital scale, and location tracker, Bluesmart's Black Edition is the 21st Century makeover travel luggage so desperately needed — for a price.

Emerging Tech         August 23, 2019

Samsung Family Hub refrigerator review

Featuring a 21.5-inch HD touchscreen, Samsung’s cutting-edge Family Hub refrigerator aims to revolutionize the appliance industry one swipe at a time.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Shark Rotator Lift Away Speed NV682 review

With an eye towards versatility, Shark’s Rotator Powered Lift-Away Speed leans on a variety of attachments that make it the ultimate all-surface cleaning tool for any homeowner.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Frigidaire Professional Gas Cooktop with Griddle review

Featuring cast iron continuous grates, easy-to-use precision dials, and powerful yet efficient burners, Frigidaire’s Professional Gas Cooktop accomplishes the feat of making cooking with gas fun again.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Diamo One 21-Bar Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Machine review

Whether you fancy a single shot of espresso or a good old-fashioned Americano, Diamo One’s automated espresso machine is up to the task … for a price.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Whirlpool WRF995FIFZ french-door fridge review

Featuring more refrigerator real estate than most families may need, Whirlpool’s 36-inch French-door refrigerator is a bona fide beast. While it’s not perfect, what it does get right absolutely shines.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Sharp Tea-Cere TE-T56U Matcha Tea Maker review

Sharp’s one-of-a-kind Tea-Ceré machine brings teahouse quality matcha to the comfort of anyone’s kitchen.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Fitbit Blaze Smart Fitness Watch review

Capable of counting steps and calories with ease, Fitbit's Blaze activity tracker is among the best fitness bands on the market.

Health & Fitness         August 23, 2019

Fitbit Ionic review

Fitbit just entered the smartwatch industry. Our Fitbit Ionic review puts it through its paces to see if it's worth a $300 investment.

Mobile         August 23, 2019

Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro review

Sleek and stylish in design, Samsung’s latest wearable improves its impressive Gear line of fitness trackers, and our Gear Fit2 Pro review explains how.

Health & Fitness         August 23, 2019

Garmin Forerunner 645 Music review

Garmin’s latest wearable, the Forerunner 645 Music, is a full-featured fitness tracker that doubles as an impressive smartwatch. Featuring offline music streaming and storage, as well as the ability to make contactless payments, it’s a true jack-of-all-trades.

Health & Fitness         August 23, 2019

GenZe ebike 200 Series review

Sporting a price tag under $2,000, GenZe’s 200-series is one of the most cost-effective ebikes on the market. But with a range that tops out at 50 miles (at best), does this throttle-assisted electric bike have what it takes to stay competitive in a growing market? We took one for a spin around our hometown of Portland, Oregon to find out.

Cars         August 23, 2019

Suunto 3 Fitness Review

To stay relevant, fitness tracker brands need an ace in the hole. For the new Suunto 3 Fitness, this comes in the form of Adaptive Training Guidance. A feature designed to put a personal trainer on your wrist and develop custom weekly workout plans – and it’s as impressive as it is innovative.

Mobile         August 23, 2019

The best coolers

As summer temperatures begin to rise, it's vital to have a proper cooler at the ready to keep your warm weather beverage of choice chilled on-the-go. But since the variety of coolers is so deep, it's hard to separate the cream from the crop. To help, we've compiled a list of the best coolers available.

Trash         April 19, 2019

How to keep up with 24 hours of Le Mans online

The annual 24 Hours of Le Mans is the biggest racing event of all time. Check out our thorough walkthrough detailing how to keep up with the race online.

Car Guides         January 15, 2019

Parrot’s Bebop 2 drone boasts better specs, 2x the flight time, and more autonomy

Drone manufacturer Parrot just announced plans to release the highly anticipated follow-up to its Bebop line of drones, aptly called the Bebop 2.

News         January 15, 2019

This crazy hobbyist built a flyable 54-rotor personal helicopter from drone parts

Someone in the United Kingdom just unveiled a brilliant, 54-propeller drone that possesses the ability to not only fly, but to fly with the man on board.

News         January 15, 2019

Reports of serious burns spur probe of Australian appliance maker Thermomix

Several Thermomix owners filed official complaints this year, claiming the device's failed to contain hot liquids, which led to severe burns.

Smart Home News         August 2, 2018

How VAR and instant replay have transformed the 2018 World Cup (so far)

For years, FIFA attempted to keep replay technology off the soccer field. However, in 2018, the Video Assistant Referee (or VAR) system made its long-awaited debut and has impacted nearly every match at the Russia-hosted World Cup. Here's every notable match where VAR influenced its outcome.

Features         July 1, 2018

Light on range and weight, the AM1 ebike is the perfect commuter

Weighing just 30 pounds, the AM1 ebike from Analog Motion is a minimal and lightweight commuter bike that won't break the bank at just $665. However, its small battery offers riders just 20 miles in range, meaning it's not built for weekend excursions or long trips to the office.

News         June 25, 2018

A candid Marshawn Lynch talks frunks, Chick-fil-A and Tesla’s front seat

Retired NFL running back Marshawn Lynch lent his talents in our selection of the 2016 Car of the Year awards and shed some light on what he's like off the field.

Videos         June 18, 2018

Why isn’t the digital economy making life better? Douglas Rushkoff has an answer

On the heels of releasing his latest book, Douglas Rushkoff took a moment to talk to us about why the digital economy is screwed and how it can be fixed.

Features         June 18, 2018

NFC tech in official World Cup match ball draws fans even more into the games

To get soccer enthusiasts more involved in the upcoming World Cup tournament, Adidas teamed up with the software company BlueBite to outfit the official match ball with NFC compatibility, giving fans access to exclusive content and unique daily challenges by simply scanning the chip with a smartphone.

Computing         June 12, 2018

Remotely launch treats and spy on your pets with the Furbo treat-dispensing camera

Tomofun's Furbo treat-dispensing pet camera gives pet owners the opportunity to remotely keep tabs, launch treats, and talk to their pets via a smartphone.

Smart Home News         June 7, 2018

Nissan’s Pitch-R robot is here to put field stripers out of work

Striping baseball and soccer fields with chalk or spray paint is as old as the sports themselves but Nissan's hoping to upend the centuries-old practice with the Pitch-R. Capable of autonomously striping a field in 20 minutes or less, the Pitch-R first debuted during May's Champions League Final.

News         June 6, 2018