The innovative Urmo hoverboard folds flat in just 2 seconds
The innovative Urmo self-balancing electric scooter can deliver a top speed of 9 mph, with a range of 12 miles. Decide to stow it, however, and it can fold flat it just a few short seconds. Here's how it works -- and how you'll soon be able to get your hands (well, feet) on one.
This bike helmet looks like a baseball cap, is the size of a water bottle
The Park & Diamond Bike Helmet solves the challenges that most cycling helmets have by looking like a baseball cap, but also collapses down to the size of a large water bottle. The helmet is comfortable a while offering a high level of protection from impact, and it is still easy to carry anywhere a rider goes.
7 ambitious DARPA projects that could revolutionize the armed forces
With a multibillion dollar annual budget and access to some of the sharpest minds around, few research labs can dream of matching DARPA. Here are 7 of the amazing projects they're creating. It seems that tomorrow's U.S. military is going to have access to some pretty amazing tech!
Magic of physics makes this fridge chill food without fans or electricity
Looking for your next cooler? The Fenik Yuma cooler is a portable food preserver that never needs ice, fans, or electricity. It comes totally flat, and pops up like a tent in under 20 seconds. Here is how you can get your hands on this wondrous next-gen refrigeration device.
Inspired by origami, Oru’s newest foldable kayak is built for you and a friend
The Haven tandem kayak from Oru Kayaks is the company's first two-person model. The boat uses Oru's origami-inspired design to fold down small enough to be stored in a box that fits in a closet or trunk of a car. The kayak measures 16-feet in length and has a 500 pound capacity.
BioLite’s HeadLamp gives off tons of light, weighs in at just 3 ounces
The BioLite Headlamp brings plenty of light to campsites while staying slim and lightweight. The new lamp tips the scales at just 2.4 ounces while offering 330 lumens of brightness and an innovative headband that is breathable and comfortable. The company has launched a Kickstarter campaign.
Alexa can now tell you the odds of the next big football game
Alexa can now answer questions about your favorite NFL teams and players, such as what team is favored to win the upcoming game or what player has racked up the most distance over the course of their career. According to staff, this is just the start of Alexa's planned sports knowledge.
ZenBivy’s new hybrid sleeping bag makes mummy bags look downright primitive
The new ZenBivy Light Bed takes everything that we liked about the original model and improves on it. The new sleep system is lighter, warmer, and more versatile, weighing in at 29 ounces and offering a temperature rating of 23-degrees Fahrenheit, it is a worthy replacement for the traditional sleeping bag.
Take your workout up a notch with two new fitness watches from Polar
Polar introduced two new fitness watches to help athletes up their workout game. The Polar Vantage V is made for elite athletes looking for the best performance possible, while the Vantage M is designed for the more budget-conscious athlete who still needs detailed metrics tracking.
Ex-Rolls-Royce engineer looks to conquer the tiny home market with the Conker
Resembling a soccer ball on stilts, The Conker is a new spherical mini home. Capable of being installed in a single day, this stunningly stylish glamping dwelling will convince nearly everyone who sees it that this is what the future of living looks like. Sign up right now!
‘Crop-dusting’ drones drop biodegradable sensors instead of pesticides
Next-gen agriculture might involve using drones to airdrop hundreds of tiny sensors, called PlantCopters, which can keep track of crop growth, crop health, and surrounding microclimate. This data could then be transmitted via Bluetooth. Could this be the future of farming?
Yi-One smart mug will cool your coffee just enough for you to drink it
Updating the thermos for the new millennium, the innovative Yi-One mug promises to keep your freshly brewed hot coffee at a scalding 200-degree temperature until you want to take a sip, at which point it will cool it to a drinkable 150 degrees in just three seconds flat. Count us in!
Google’s ‘Touring Bird’ can make it a whole lot easier to plan a trip
When you next settle down to plan a trip, take a moment to check out Touring Bird, a new web-based travel tool from Google that aims to surface fun stuff to do and make booking activities easy in famous cities around the world. At launch, Touring Bird includes 25,000 activities from 400 local contributors in 20 cities.
Lex is a wearable exoskeleton that lets you take a comfortable seat anywhere
How awesome would it be if, any time you started to feel tired, you could just kick back on a chair that appears seemingly out of nowhere? That is the goal of Lex, a pair of wearable, folding exoskeleton legs that transform into an ultra-versatile portable seat.
Do we call it a roboat? An autonomous sailboat successfully crosses Atlantic Ocean
The first unmanned, autonomous sailboat has successfully crossed the Atlantic Ocean, completing the journey between Newfoundland and Ireland. It represents a landmark for the potential use of unmanned boats in long-haul missions, such as ocean research and surveillance.
Lyft’s first app-based scooter service rolls into Denver
If you thought there were enough electric scooters in your city, watch out — Lyft has joined the club. It launched its first scootershare service in Denver, Colorado, on Thursday, September 6, with more cities coming soon. It's part of Lyft's goal to persuade a million people to give up their cars by 2020.
You don’t need scuba certification to use this clever crowdfunded diving system
Hey, we just found Nemo! Newly arrived on Kickstarter, Nemo is a super-compact surface-supplied-air (SSA) diving system that allows users to dive beneath the waves (or use in their swimming pool) without having to worry about carrying a bulky tank on their back. Here's how it works.
Yamaha brings Power Assist ebikes to the U.S. for the first time
Yamaha has announced that its line of four Power Assist ebikes are available in North American cycling shops. This marks the first time Yamaha's electric bicycles have gone on sale in the U.S., as the firm works to build out its partnerships with retailers in an effort to deliver the four models to consumers.
Casio Pro Trek Smart WSD-F20 review
Casio’s second-generation smartwatch -- the Pro Trek Smart WSD-F20 -- features a GPS sensor, along with the same outdoor tools as last year’s model, such as an altimeter, barometer, and compass. It runs Wear OS, which means you can also access your notifications. The new WSD-F20A model adds a new color.
App-based bikesharing takes a hit after Mobike suffers at the hands of vandals
Mobike, the largest app-based bikesharing firm in the world, has quit the English city of Manchester citing vandalism and theft. China-based Mobike arrived there in 2017, using it as the launchpad of its European operation. But now it says the losses to its fleet are unsustainable.
PurTrek has a trekking pole that will help keep you hydrated on the trail
Hikers looking to lighten their load on the trail can now get another piece of gear that combines two essential items into one. The new PurTrek trekking poles not only help hikers to maintain their balance on the trail, they also provide clean drinking water thanks to a built-in filtration system.
U.S. Army wants to use laser power to keep drones airborne indefinitely
Fed up with drones that run out battery too quickly? The U.S. Army is investigating a way to keep drones flying indefinitely -- by using lasers to power them from a distance of more than 1,600 feet. Here's how the sophisticated wireless charging technique is designed to work.
You can now stream the sounds of national parks wherever you happen to be
Fed up with the sounds of city? Looking for some soothing sounds you can relax to on the morning commute? Then how about this calming 12-minute audio stream of recordings made at many of America's glorious parks, released in celebration of the National Park Service's 102nd birthday.
This inflatable stand-up paddleboard can go anywhere with you
Red Paddle Co. created a stand-up paddleboard that is designed to go with you anywhere. The inflatable Compact 9'6" model is a full-sized SUP that has been built to fold down to a size that is half that of a standard inflatable model, while also managing to slide into a backpack that makes it easy to carry.
The Jaybird X4 wireless in-ears are even tougher than previous models
We liked the Jaybird X3 wireless earbuds enough that they are still among our favorites, but with the new X4, the company has taken in-ears that already had a reputation for being tough and made them even tougher, as they're now waterproof in addition to being sweatproof.
The colorful Bosch Kiox ushers in the next generation of ebike computers
The new Kiox bike computer from Bosch is the next generation model for use with ebikes, bringing a full-color screen, rugged Gorilla Glass protection, and Bluetooth connectivity for use with heart rate monitors and other fitness devices. The unit is compact, lightweight, and uses a magnetic holder.
AllTrails’ Lifeline feature will keep you safe in the backcountry
AllTrails, a website and mobile app that offers members access to data on more than 50,000 trails across the U.S. and Canada, has launched a new feature called Lifeline that gives users the ability to share route and travel plans with friends and family, while also providing live tracking of their progress for others.
Photo op: This interactive foliage map will help you plan your fall adventures
If the summer heat has been causing you to sweat more than you'd really like to, then the good news is that fall is just around the corner. If you're planning to get out and about, then this cool interactive foliage map can help you enjoy the fall colors at their very best.
REI kicks off its massive Labor Day sale with offers of up to 50 percent off
REI is ending the summer with a bang. Save big on tents, jackets, backpacks, and much more during this massive Labor Day sale. With discounts from top brands like Arc'Teryx, Thule, Coleman, and REI Co-op, now is a great time to find savings on the outdoor gear you'll love.
UV-tracking ‘tattoo’ will tell you when to get out of the sun
Now available to order on Kickstarter, LogicInk's temporary tattoo-style device gathers information about your UV exposure, and provides you with at-a-glance information concerning whether or not you’ve had enough sun for the day. And that's just the start of the company's plans.
31 plastic bottles and some algae is practically all this backpack is made from
Mobius is a multi-unctional backpack with a sustainable twist: Not only is it made almost entirely out of upcycled materials, but its creators will also plant 10 trees for every unit that’s sold. Now you can look stylish and feel good about saving the planet at the same time.
Headed to a festival this summer? Here’s the best gear you can get for camping
Festival camping is notoriously awful. It's hot, it's crowded, and the campsite never gets quiet enough for you to sleep. But don't worry -- with the the right gear, festival camping can be awesome. Here's all the gear you need to conquer your next festival experience.
The wheels are coming off this British city’s bikesharing scheme
Bike-sharing giant Mobike is close to pulling its scheme from the English city of Manchester as an increasing number of its two-wheelers are being wrecked, stolen, or thrown into waterways. The service has been running there for a year, but in July alone, 10 percent of its bikes were destroyed or stolen.
Soul Electronics’ new earbuds act as your personal running coach
Soul Electronics is no stranger to fitness-focused earbuds, but its new Run Free Pro Bio use a new gait-analysis technology to measure exactly how you run and what you need to change, effectively packing your own personal running coach into the form factor of a set of earbuds.