Whether it's embedded sensors or autonomous robots, cities are going to get a whole lot smarter in the 2020s. But some super ambitious developments are leading the way by building whole new city developments built around the latest tech. Here are 5 such projects to keep an eye on.
| Luke Dormehl | January 21, 2020 |
The pressure is continuing to show in the increasingly saturated scootersharing market. Lime is the latest operator to announce it's exiting some cities and laying off a number of workers. The move follows similar decisions made by rival operators in the last 12 months.
| Trevor Mogg | January 10, 2020 |
We went hands-on with the Bosch Kiox and SmartphoneHub onboard cycling computers at CES 2020. They provide modern electric bikes with the high-end displays they deserve and offer a wide variety of useful information. You'll want Kiox or SmartphoneHub on your e-bike.
| Matthew S. Smith | July 12, 2023 |
Blix Electric Bicycles has announced a business shift to selling its e-bikes exclusively online. As of January 9, Blix e-bikes have lower prices, reduced by $100 to $800 from previous levels. Blix intends to create showrooms where potential buyers can see and test-ride Blix e-bikes prior to purchasing online.
| Bruce Brown | January 9, 2020 |
Several security programs have emerged to help fliers enjoy more relaxed and reliable travel: CLEAR, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry. We’ve broken down everything you need to know about the three services and how they help you save time.
| Leah Bjornson | April 21, 2022 |
Rad Power Bikes' new model lineup is poised to ride the rising e-bike wave with improved rider accessibility and greater visibility. The RadRover Step-Thru improves ease of use of the top e-bike company's bestselling model, the relatively high-step RadRover, which continues with additional upgrades.
| Bruce Brown | July 27, 2023 |
Ao Air’s Atmos Faceware is trying to solve increasing levels of air pollution throughout the world with a new high-tech gadget in the form of a futuristic-looking air filter face mask. The Atmos debuted at CES 2020 and is a clear mask that goes across your face, covering your nose and mouth.
| Allison Matyus | April 25, 2023 |
Moosejaw’s “Don’t Go Extinct Sale” is slashing prices on The North Face jackets, backpacks, and more by up to 40%. If you’re not letting Old Man Winter keep you from enjoying the great outdoors and it’s time for some new kit, then read on to see a large handful of our favorite picks.
| Lucas Coll | January 7, 2020 |
For the best performance for your next camping trip we've rounded up the best tent heaters out there. These heaters will keep you toasty and cover a wide range of needs.
| Alina Bradford | April 21, 2022 |
Winter is here (although it might not feel like it across much of the country). Don't be caught out in the cold without a warm jacket. Outdoor clothing retailer Moosejaw is running its annual winter sale, saving you up to 40% (and in some cases even more) off of jackets, outerwear, footwear, and more.
| Ed Oswald | April 21, 2022 |
Geneinno S2 is a portable sea scooter that promises to propel you through the waves at speed of up to 2.7 miles per hour, to depths of 30 meters, for up to 60 minutes at a time. And all in the form of a compact device that is barely larger than a 15-inch MacBook laptop.
| Luke Dormehl | December 27, 2019 |
It's easy to get lost in the wilderness and often hard to find your way back. Make those trips a literal walk in the woods by packing along a GPS device capable of allowing you to leave a digital breadcrumb trail. To help sift through what's available, here are the best hiking GPS devices you can buy.
| Amanda Ellis | April 26, 2022 |
If you're looking for a more cost-effective way of using rentable bikes and scooters, then Lime's new LimePass subscription program may be the answer. For a weekly fee of $5, LimePass offers unlimited unlocks, saving you a dollar every time you jump onto one of its two-wheelers.
| Trevor Mogg | December 18, 2019 |
A new artificial intelligence program streamlines wildlife conservation monitoring to protect the animals better. Wildlife Insights uses A.I. and the Google Cloud, so conservationists and others can keep tabs on more than 4.5 million animals in the wild without actually disrupting their habitat.
| Allison Matyus | April 25, 2023 |
Google's Street View cars have been tootling along roads around the world for more than a decade, with the company recently revealing the colossal number of miles they've covered so far. And incredibly, the panoramic-photo service still has much ground to cover.
| Trevor Mogg | December 16, 2019 |
Portable power stations are versatile devices that can keep electronics and small appliances running when you're camping, traveling, tailgating, and during power outages. Amazon featured two Jackery devices during today's 12 Days of Deals and Enkeeo has coupon deals on three portable power alternatives.
| Bruce Brown | April 21, 2022 |
Looking for some last-minute gifts for fitness enthusiasts on your holiday shopping list? We've spotted deals on several bestselling smartwatches from Garmin and Fitbit as part of REI's Shop Now, Be Done Sale. Act quickly -- these deals end Monday, December 16th.
| Ed Oswald | December 12, 2019 |
Heading to the slopes this winter? If you need transportation to get between the city and the piste, then Uber's latest offering might well come in handy. Uber Ski operates in 23 locations across the U.S. and guarantees a vehicle that can handle all of your gear. Though it does involve a surcharge.
| Trevor Mogg | December 12, 2019 |
Eager to keep its riders safe, as well as to avoid scrutiny from regulators, bikesharing startup Wheels has fitted its electric bikes with helmets. And riders will get a discount if they wear one. California-based Wheels operates in eight U.S. locations that include Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami.
| Trevor Mogg | December 11, 2019 |
The Garmin Instinct has a price you can't resist and a feature set that begs you to get outside. It's durable, offers fitness and health tracking features, and can help you navigate. Is this affordable adventure watch worth your hard-earned cash? We tested it in the rugged mountains of Maine to find out.
| Kelly Hodgkins | October 28, 2020 |
Australia's e-scooter startup Raine is readying a premium personal mobility alternative for urban dwellers and commuters. The Raine One CyberScooter Edition represents the founders' focus on electric-powered transportation that balances performance, range, comfort, and safety.
| Bruce Brown | December 3, 2019 |
Though the brand doesn't offer anything as fancy as the latest Apple Watches, Garmin has done really well for itself when it comes to outdoor smartwatches. With many Forerunner, Vivoactive, and Fenix 5 models still on sale, it's the perfect time to find a great Cyber Week discount.
| Jacob Kienlen | April 21, 2022 |
Cyber Monday is a great time to score deals on the latest tech, but we'll also see steep discounts on outdoor gear. Here are the best sales from top outdoor gear retailers.
| The Manual Staff | April 26, 2022 |
Looking to start your next adventure but haven't quite decided how you want to get there? Then you need to head on over to REI. With plenty of great classic and electrical bikes available and amazing discounted prices and unbeatable quality, you have plenty of choices at REI on Cyber Monday.
| Jessica Howard | April 21, 2022 |
Garmin and Fitbit make some of the best fitness trackers and smartwatches available. On Cyber Monday, REI is taking up to 30% off its outdoors and fitness-focused devices. If you are shopping for an athlete or a fitness fanatic, you can't go wrong with either of these deals.
| K. Hodgkins | December 2, 2019 |
REI's has some good deals for Cyber week and its one-day deals for Cyber Monday are pretty great, but you only have 24 hours to claim them. We've spotted deals on clothing, backpacks, camping and hiking accessories, and more.
| Ed Oswald | October 21, 2020 |
If you’ve been wanting to get your hands on an electric scooter or a hoverboard for short urban commutes or going around town, check out these amazing Black Friday deals from Amazon. Both the Segway Ninebot Max and the Ninebot S are enjoying discounts at the moment, reaching up to $149 off their retail prices.
| E. Katherina | April 21, 2022 |
Now is a great time to score discounts on walkie-talkies. Giant online retailer Amazon is dropping cool bundle deals on a bunch of Motorola two-way radio models, reaching up to 53% off their retail prices. Gear up for your next camping, hiking, or backcountry trip by jumping on these early Black Friday treats.
| Erica Katherina | April 21, 2022 |
Is your smartphone use out of control? Looking for a break? The Light Phone 2 is a basic phone that promises exactly that. Its 4G connectivity means you can place calls and send texts, and you can also set an alarm. More tools like ridesharing apps are on the way, but all of this comes at a high price.
| Julian Chokkattu | November 29, 2019 |
Following a seven-month absence over safety concerns, Citi Bike operator Motivate is about to start bringing new pedal-assist electric bikes back to the streets of New York City. The e-bikes were removed in April 2019 after some riders complained of harder-than-expected braking on the front wheel.
| Trevor Mogg | November 26, 2019 |
Viathon is a Walmart exclusive brand that makes high-quality, performance-driven bicycles accessible at a great price. Starting today at 6:00 pm (PST), several Viathon bicycles are 30% off while supplies last.
| K. Kaliszewski | November 25, 2019 |
Electric bicycles are a great way to exercise. An example of a great e-bike is the Elby Bike 9-Speed, which provides plenty of mileage thanks to its regenerative braking system. Get it on Amazon ahead of Black Friday for $2,000, which is an incredible $1,000 off its regular price.
| Timothy Taylor | December 2, 2019 |
Garmin didn't disappoint with its new Fenix 6 outdoor watches adding power-saving battery modes, a new pace calculator and even solar charging in select models. We've enjoyed hands-on time with the Fenix 6S Pro, the smallest model in the Fenix series, and discovered that size definitely doesn't matter.
| Kelly Hodgkins | April 26, 2022 |
For quick and easy transport around the city, get the Cannondale Quick NEO. But if you wish to go off-road while making sure that you won't run out of battery before you reach home, get the rugged Ghost Hybride SL AMR S1.7+. Get these electric bikes on REI and save as much as $1,500.
| Timothy Taylor | November 20, 2019 |
REI's annual sale is here, which means lots of discounts on smartwatches and outdoor gear and equipment. Whether you're getting ready for your next adventure or looking to save money on gifts for outdoor enthusiasts, we’ve rounded up here some massive deals on Cannondale and Diamondback bikes, reaching up to $504 off.
| Erica Katherina | April 21, 2022 |
Bird is offering free rides on its electric scooters if you snap a selfie wearing a helmet at the end of a trip. It's part of the company’s ongoing efforts to promote more responsible use of its app-based service as regulators across the country continue to scrutinize their safety.
| Trevor Mogg | November 20, 2019 |
Spinciti makes a splashy entry into the competitive e-bike market by introducing the Amsterdam, a model that offers three electric motor options, a high level of comfort, and a solid 50-mile range -- all at an affordable price that starts at $999. The Amsterdam is expected to ship in March 2020.
| Kraig Becker | November 19, 2019 |
Lyft is removing its rentable electric scooters from six locations across the U.S. and laying off around 20 workers as it battles against a slew of competitors. The company, which launched its first scootersharing service in September 2018, will continue to offer its scooters to riders in around 12 cities.
| Trevor Mogg | November 18, 2019 |