Need a gift idea? Gillette drops a new heated razor in time for Father’s Day
Father’s Day is right around the corner, and many dads can be tricky to shop for. If your pop is still shaving with an old razor and it’s time for an upgrade, then some new shaving tackle from Gillette -- like the all-new Heated Razor -- might be just the ticket.
Digital Trends Live: Facebook F8 wrap-up, iPhone 11 mock-ups, and more
On today’s Digital Trends Live, we discuss the Facebook F8 developer conference, the new mock-ups for the iPhone 11, Hulu grows to 28 million subscribers, Daimler to stop producing the Smart electric vehicle, the Airlander 10 flying machine goes electric, and "biosolar leaves" may clean London's air.
Stanford researchers have taken us one step closer to a universal flu vaccine
Getting yearly flu jabs isn’t ideal, but it is necessary. That's because the flu virus continually mutates. Researchers from Stanford University may have just made a breakthrough in the journey to develop a universal flu vaccine. Here's how it works, and why it is so exciting.
Garmin’s five new Forerunner watches have something for every runner
From music to full-color mapping, Garmin's five new Forerunner fitness watches have something for every runner. The new lineup ranges from the basic Forerunner 45 to the feature-rich Forerunner 945. Garmin also updated its Connect app and expanded its Garmin Coach to 10K and half-marathon distances.
Garmin Forerunner 45 vs 35: Is the striking new style enough reason to upgrade?
Garmin overhauled its Forerunner lineup upgrading its entry-level smartwatch, the Forerunner 45, with a new look and an improved feature set. We break down what is new in the Forerunner 45 to help you decide if this running watch should be your next training partner.
Garmin Forerunner 945 vs. 935: Running watch gets more power, but is it worth it?
At the top of the list of Garmin's newly released fitness watches is the Forerunner 945. We've done the hard work of uncovering the hot new features Garmin packed into this powerhouse watch so you can decide if it deserves a spot on your wrist. Spoiler: It definitely does.
Garmin Forerunner 245 versus 235: Do maps and music make the step up worthwhile?
Garmin just launched the Forerunner 245, an upgrade to the popular Forerunner 235. So what is new in the Forerunner 245 that makes it such a great training companion? We break down the good and the bad so you can decide if the new Forerunner 245 is the right Garmin for you.
Fitbit Versa and Fitbit Ionic smartwatch prices get slashed for spring
Summertime is right around the corner and now's the best time to start slimming down for beach season. The Fitbit Versa and Ionic are two of Fitbit's smartwatch models, and are currently on sale at Rakuten -- and you can get it even cheaper using 'SAVE15' at checkout.
Digital Trends Live: Alexa knows where you live, lab-grown meat, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss how Amazon Alexa's auditing team has access to locations, Verizon's 5G roadmap, the technology of lab-grown meat, the benefits of percussive therapy, how cloud gaming can affect the environment, a review of Sony's 8K TV, and more.
Google’s redesigned Fit activity tracker is now an iOS app
Google Fit has landed for iOS. The activity tracker offers the same clean design that came with the major revamp of the Android version a year ago, with also includes features such as Move Minutes and Heart Points, created in collaboration with the World Health Organization and the American Heart Association.
A battery-free pacemaker harvests and stores energy from heartbeats
Researchers in China and the United States have developed a new battery-free pacemaker which gathers its required electricity from the energy of heartbeats. While not yet ready for humans, it was recently demonstrated successfully in pigs. Here's why that's so important.
Inside the high-tech lab that makes the world’s safest bike helmet
Trek and Bontrager have developed a new cycling helmet technology that looks to dramatically improve performance and safety. Dubbed WaveCel, the new tech uses three processes – flex, crumple, and glide – to disperse the energy absorbed on contact in an accident, providing up to 48 times more protection against head injury.
Meet the gene-edited bacteria that could make cannabis plants obsolete
Ever wanted to brew cannabis like you brew craft beer? At the University of California, Berkeley, synthetic biologists have managed to engineer brewer’s yeast so that it produces the main cannabinoids found in marijuana. Here's why that's so darn exciting -- and what it means.
Puma is looking for volunteers to test its self-lacing sports shoe
Puma unveiled its high-tech self-lacing shoe at the start of the year, and now it's looking for volunteers from around the world to try it out and offer feedback so it can finalize the design prior to its 2020 launch. The footwear will compete with Nike’s BB Adapt self-lacing shoe, which hit the market in February.
Under Armour launches UA Rush, athletic wear that recycles your energy
Under Armour's newest performance clothing line, UA Rush, is a beautiful combination of science and apparel design. It's a mineral-infused fabric designed to enhance the performance of the wearer by recycling the body's energy. It may sound like science fiction, but it's real.
Adidas has created a running shoe that’s made to be remade
Adidas has unveiled the Futurecraft Loop running shoe that it claims is the first performance footwear to be 100% recyclable. The shoe is part of a growing list of green initiatives by the sportswear company and will be tested over the next 18 months before hitting stores in 2021.
Scientists manage to 3D print an actual heart using human cells
Scientists at Tel Aviv University have achieved a world-first by 3D printing a small-scale heart, complete with blood vessels, ventricles, and chambers. The heart was printed using human cells, something that would make it far less likely to be rejected by a transplant patient’s body.
The best fitness watches for 2019
The terms smartwatch and fitness trackers are nearly interchangeable as companies like Apple or Fitbit release wearables that so deftly accomplish both skillsets. To help narrow the field of the best smartwatches for fitness, we sorted through the market to find those worthy of a spot on your wrist.
Latest version of Closca’s collapsible bike helmet is made for urban explorers
The Closca Loop Helmet is a redesign of the company's earlier model that is lighter and more compact than the original, while also being better for the environment. The helmet has the ability to collapse down to reduce its volume by 45%, while offering a comfortable fit and excellent ventilation.
The ultimate golf watch isn’t a smartwatch. It’s Hublot’s Big Bang Unico Golf
Forget golf smartwatches, the Hublot Big Bang Unico Golf is the ultimate timepiece to wear out on the links. It's the world's first mechanical golf watch, and will keep score for you throughout the game, and look absolutely amazing while it does it. This intricately designed watch is a technical marvel.
Chinese doctors use 5G to perform surgery from hundreds of miles away
The surgeon behind your future life-saving surgery might not have to be in the same room as you. Heck, thanks to the burgeoning 5G revolution, they might not have to be in the same state as you. That's what surgeons have been busy proving in China using the latest in 4K streaming.
Competitors question Trek’s claims about its new bike helmet tech
After announcing a new type of helmet technology that is allegedly 48 times safer than regular bike helmets, treks competitors are calling those numbers into question. MIPS and Koroyd both claim that the new WaveCel helmets are not appreciably better than the technology that they use in their own helmets, which have been available for awhile.
Microsoft says it’s closing its HealthVault patient records service
Microsoft will close its HealthVault service in the fall. HealthVault offered a way for individuals to store and share their health records with medical professionals. The decision comes soon after Microsoft said it is ending support for its Health Dashboard apps for the defunct Band fitness tracker.
Amazon drops prices on air fryers for guilt-free fried foods
Cooking with an air fryer has become wildly popular thanks to its ability to fry foods using little to no oil. Air fryers cut down on oil but are still able to make your favorite snacks golden and crispy. Right now, Amazon is discounting two Cosori Air Fryers for up to 20 percent off.
This smart pill will tattle to your doctor if you don’t take your meds
Patients defaulting on their medication is a constant headache for doctors. A new smart pill, called ID-Cap, promises to help by revealing exactly when a patient has taken their meds. Here's why that could turn out to be a major lifesaver for millions of people around the planet.
The hubless, carbon-fiber Cyclotron bike looks straight out of ‘Tron’
Futuristic carbon fiber bike features hubless wheels that light up in the dark, just like the Light Cycles in Tron.
Laugh until you vomit: The best jokes from April Fools’ Day 2019
Is there a funnier day than April 1? If there is, we'd like to see it. In the meantime, April Fools' Day will have to do, and the internet is awash with jokes that are so gut-bustingly funny, we shouldn't be the only ones to feel the pain of sides splitting. Here are the best 2019 April Fools' Day jokes.
Garmin adds some bling to its Vivomove HR hybrid smartwatch line
The Vivomove HR has the look of a classic timepiece, but it is more than just a good-looking watch. The hybrid smartwatch offers robust health and fitness tracking that rivals standard fitness trackers. Now several new gold and stainless steel options bring the device to a level of luxury few can resist.
This sleek new exoskeleton makes walking easier, fits under your clothes
Engineers from Vanderbilt University have developed with a new ankle exoskeleton that is designed to be worn under clothes. It is intended to help people to walk without fatiguing -- and without restricting natural motion or drawing attention to itself. Here's how it works.
Fitbit Inspire HR review
The Fitbit Inspire HR delivers an outstanding value in a fitness tracker, providing all the features you need including solid step tracking, detailed sleep tracking, and reliable heart rate monitoring. The affordable price makes its easy to recommend the Inspire HR for anyone looking to make the jump into the world of fitness tracking.
REI drops deals on Garmin Fenix 5 and Vivoactive 3 smartwatches
Garmin's great activity trackers offer a lot of advantages for health-conscious individuals and outdoor adventurers, and with spring finally here, now’s a fine time to jump on the smartwatch bandwagon. REI’s Garmin sale is the perfect chance to grab one and save hundreds.
Scientists have a way to turn off alcoholism: Blasting the brain with lasers
Could ending alcohol dependency one day be as simple as flicking a switch? Researchers from Scripps Research have demonstrated that it is possible to reverse the desire to drink in alcohol-dependent rats by targeting a part of the brain using lasers. Here's how it works.
Tombot is the hyper-realistic dog robot that puts Spot to shame
Forget Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot canine, and move over Sony’s Aibo! When it comes to robot dogs, the folks behind a new Kickstarter campaign have plans to stake their claim as makers of man’s (and woman’s) newest best friend. Here's how it works and who it aims to help.
Inflating smart pills could be a painless alternative to injections
Could an inflating pill containing hidden microneedles be a replacement for painful injections? The creators of the RaniPill robotic capsule certainly think so -- and they've got the human trials to help back them up. Here's how the next generation medical device works.