Researchers replace the second lens in 3D cameras with something cheaper
3D cameras need two lenses -- or do they? Toshiba may have a workaround using colored filters to measure distance instead.
High-tech robot warship fires lightweight torpedo in military first
In a military first, the Seagull robot warship this week successfully fired a lightweight torpedo via its remote Mission Control System (MCS).
Not ready for your close-up? Fend off paparazzi with this flash-proof scarf
Discovered and inspired by accident when a photo flash reflection obscured his friends' faces, Saif Siddiqui now creates fashionable privacy accessories.
All about that low-frequency? Feel the bass with this subwoofer for your wrist
Meet the Basslet — a wearable subwoofer the promises to deliver bass deep into your body and soul.
Olloclip’s addition for Otterbox’s modular case easily switches between 4 lenses
Olloclip was at CE Week 2016 this year, and we stopped by to take a look at its new 4-in-1 lens designed for Otterbox's modular Universe Case.
Office of Naval Research thinks cyborg locusts could help us sniff out explosives
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis want to train cyborg locusts to be the bomb sniffers of the future.
Amazing 3D-printed zoetrope reveals an animated picture when illuminated
Japanese media artist Akinori Goto has 3D printed a stunning gorgeous 'wheel of life' zoetrope, guaranteed to drop your jaw.
A DIY laser bazooka is the most terrifyingly awesome thing you’ll see today
23-year-old Drake Anthony -- a.k.a. Styropyro -- has built a 200W laser bazooka: 400 times more powerful than the most dangerous laboratory lasers
This robot salamander can swim and crawl, just like a real amphibian
Robotics researchers have built a 3D-printed robotic salamander capable of both swimming and crawling -- and perhaps one day saving lives, too.
Robocup hopes robots can beat professional soccer players by 2050
The Messis, Ronaldos, and Neymars of the world may have competition from robots in a few years – at least that’s the goal of Robocup.
Square Enix, CNN explore the ethics of human augmentation
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided publisher Square Enix and CNN are hosting a human augmentation conference this August.
Mercedes-Benz could use rainwater to improve your car’s traction on snow
Mercedes-Benz's system collects water as it drips down the rear window, and sprays it onto the tires to melt snow and ice.
NASA explains why Jupiter-bound mission is important
In just four days, Juno will come in contact with one of the most treacherous forces in our solar system – Jupiter’s legendary magnetic field.
Soft-wheel robot could play a role in rescue missions or even deep space exploration
Mechanical engineers have created a cutting-edge wheel and axle assembly which could help make soft-wheeled robots a vital part of future rescue missions
Watch NASA test the monstrous rocket booster that’ll take us to Mars
NASA Has Tested The World's Most Powerful Rocket Booster For The Second -- And Last -- Time On Earth
Neuroscientists just found that texting alters your brainwaves, but they can’t explain why
A group of researchers at the Mayo Clinic have discovered that text messaging elicits a new waveform in the regular rhythm of brain waves.
The FDA approved this ‘stomach pump’ implant, and doctors aren’t happy about it
The FDA-approved AspireAssist weight-loss device allows obese patients to pump food from their stomach, through a tube, and out their belly.
Clever new ‘Diet Eyeglasses’ track your eating habits by monitoring your chewing muscles
Sensor-Filled 3D-Printed Diet Eyeglasses Sense Chewing Activity By Analyzing Signal Bursts Produced By Muscle Contractions
Max One will wake you when your smoke alarm doesn't
Meet the Max One -- it's a new kind of safety alarm that wants to be sure you're awake when the alternative could be deadly.
Turn your garbage disposal into a composter with this gadget
No, you don't need to buy a brand new composting bin or throw away your old system -- just turn it into something brand new with BioBlend.
Self-assembling nanomachines may help detect disease
A team of geneticists from Iowa State University, have developed nanomachines which may be able to diagnose diseases in samples of blood.
Seed-bombing startup DroneSeed wants to fight deforestation with a swarm of UAVs
DroneSeed is developing an industry-transforming drone that shoots seeds as it revegetates an area following a round of timber harvesting.
Kaz Hirai reveals Sony is working on a robot with 'emotional' capabilities
Sony CEO Kaz Hirai has announced plans for the company to create a robot that can form an emotional bond with humans.
Microsoft CEO’s 10 Laws for AI (and humans, too)
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella addressed what he believes are necessary principles or goals for artificial intelligence and responsibilities for humans.
NASA awards $5.1 million contract to recycle pee
NASA just awarded a company a $5.1 million contract to develop and deliver a water-recovery system to filter sweat and urine into potable water.
German engineers 3D-printed a camera that’s smaller than a grain of salt
A group of PhD students just designed a new camera, and it's smaller than a grain of salt.
Watch this Miniature Falcon 9 rocket nail its barge landing
YouTube user and RC hobbyist ajw61185 built a Falcon 9 model rocket that not only looks impressive; it also is outstanding at its landings.
Smart billboards will identify car models and target ads to drivers
A new system being developed in Japan identifies vehicles by make and model and displays highly targeted ads for about five seconds.
Roli's Seaboard Rise MIDI controller offers a whole new way to make music
Digital Trends checked in with Roli at CE Week 2016 to test the Seaboard RISE midi controller, a keyboard that adds extra gesture-based controls.
Turn your stove into a smart stove with Toch Smarturns
With Toch Smarturns, you'll be able to bring your cooktop into the 21st century, all without any heavy lifting.