The Komodo dragon could save your life with its bacteria-fighting plasma
As it turns out, the blood of the world's largest lizard -- the Komodo dragon -- could be crucial to helping humans fight infection.
A blind entrepreneur is going to run a 5K with the help of the Sunu Band
Thanks to a new device from his company Sunu, Inc., Fernando Albertorio will be able to run a race just like anyone else.
Solar-powered device can pull water out of thin air, even in the desert
Scientists at MIT and the UC Berkeley have created a solar-powered device that can pull clean drinking water out of the air.
Weekly Rewind: Samsung problems, Charlize Theron, ‘PIN’ cracking, and more
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of this week's top 10 tech stories.
You can bob and weave with PiQ and Everlast’s innovative boxing wearable
Artificial intelligence is coming to sports. By teaming up with Everlast, PiQ is bringing its technology to boxing, and it's now available.
Toyota unveils robotic leg brace to help give paralyzed patients their mobility back
Toyota unveiled a new robotic leg brace at its head office in Tokyo today, which may help bring mobility back to partially paralyzed people.
Is Apple secretly developing a breakthrough device to help diabetics?
Apple is reportedly working on a breakthrough device that could help up to half a billion diabetics worldwide.
Garmin's Vivosmart 3 arrives to go toe to toe with Fitbit's Charge 2
Garmin has just taken the wraps off its newest fitness tracker, and once again, it has Fitbit in its sights.
Artificial organ may help patients form the cancer-fighting cells they need
Cancer-fighting artificial organ can transform blood stem cells into the white blood cells that are used to bolster our immune systems.
The latest Copenhagen bike wheel gives you 10x more pedaling power
The new Copenhagen Wheel from Superpedestrian turns any bike into an e-bike. The wheel is compatible with most bikes.
Take 30 percent off Withings Body smart scales with this limited-time offer
Considering a new scale for your fitness regimen? Snag 30 percent off the Withings Body and Body Cardio smart scale models on Amazon now.
Uplifting sports bra uses smart sensors to make sure you stay feeling zen
A new high-tech sports bra reminds you when you need to stand up straight, or when to calm down and breathe.
Robots help off-site doctors diagnose sports concussions from afar
Researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern and Mayo Clinic have used a telepresence robot to diagnose head injuries.
This mouse mimics human immune response to help spot potential flu pandemics
Scientists in Germany have developed a transgenic mouse that could help spot new flu virus strains with the potential to cause a pandemic.
Test drive mobility devices on your own time with WeDrive from WHILL
Mobility has never been quite so...mobile. On Monday, WHILL, the power mobility device maker, launched a new service called WeDrive
Your shoe will also be your running coach with the new Altra Torin IQ
Meet the Altra Torin IQ powered by iFit, described the world's first smart shoe. It gives you real-time coaching as you run.
SCOBY yourself: How to make kombucha from scratch
Kombucha tea is a delightful effervescent drink that originated in ancient China. Today, it's sold in stores but you can still make your own.
Weekly Rewind: Flying taxis, cheap shipping container homes, and more
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of this week's top 10 tech stories.
Fitbit Alta HR fitness tracker review
The Fitbit Alta HR isn’t the end-all be-all of fitness trackers, but its heart-rate monitor and sleep tracking make it a great fit for casual athletes.
Fuel your next run with the new Runtasty healthy recipes app from Runtastic
Meet Runtasty -- described as "your training plan's best companion and your healthy-cooking solution" -- from Runtastic.
Future contact lenses may measure glucose, detect cancer, monitor drug use
A team of engineers from Oregon State University is working to embed transparent biosensors into contact lenses.
The Polar M430 boasts a highly accurate heart-rate tracker and AI trainer
For runners, there may be no better tracker than the Polar M430. It packs an ultra-secure heart-rate tracker and an AI-powered trainer.
Norwegians develop electronic ski bindings to speed up cross-country trails
Rottefella has teamed up with Semcon to create a new kind of electronic binding. Users can now adjust the binding while cross-country skiing.
Graphene’s latest trick? Turning saltwater into drinking water
All-around wonder material graphene could have an exciting new use case: acting as a sieve to turn salt water into drinkable fresh water.
Looking for an adventure? Getaways is a guided mountain bike trail service
Sacred Rides, a mountain bike tour company, has started the Getaways program to pair bikers around the world with an experienced guide.
Stretchy, flexible fibers offer a route to spinal cord recovery
Materials scientists have developed a rubbery, conductive fibers that they hope can someday be implanted into a patient’s spinal cord.
Groundbreaking new technique can pinpoint the location of cancer using nothing more than a blood test
Researchers have developed a one-two punch to help diagnose cancer by both detecting the disease and identifying its location.
IZIP tempts mountain bikers into going electric with full-suspension ebike
iZip's new E3 Peak DS electric mountain bike is a full-suspension model designed for a comfortable ride on the trail.
Sunrise Smart Pillow monitors your sleep cycle as it awakens you
The Sunrise Smart Pillow promises to "revolutionize your mornings and your nights" and help you bid adieu to groggy mornings.
Lighter than a PowerBar, 7Mesh’s Oro cycling jacket sacrifices weight not waterproofing
The Oro cycling jacket from 7Mesh weighs a mere 3.2 ounces and yet is completely waterproof thanks to innovative Gore-Tex Active fabric.
VivaLnk's Fever Scout tracks your body temperature over a seven-day period
Regular thermometer not cutting it? VivaLnk is offering a smart alternative that continuously measures temperature.
Hopes for early U.S. release of performance-tracking ‘smart condom’ premature
Jokes about second brains will gain new meaning when men wear British Condom's i.Con smart condom. Performance metrics are recorded.
Drones are being used to transport lab samples between hospitals in Switzerland
Drones are being used to shuttle lab samples between two hospitals in Switzerland. Around 70 autonomous flights have already taken place.