https://youtu.be/jaPmPRUHlOI It warms you up when it's cold outside, and cools you down when it's warm and summery. In short, the HILU does the job of a thermostat, but in the shape of a smart, soft blanket that's made from the most unusual substance you'd ever find in a blanket … | Continue reading
All-weather RVs have become increasingly popular in the last few years. Every other manufacturer is targeting the domain more scrupulously. Latest name to catapult from tiny RVs to the go-anywhere expedition truck is Canada-based Wilderness Vans, which launched the Grid Series. T … | Continue reading
Nestled in Vancouver, British Colombia with views of the Burrard Inlet is a beautiful light-filled angled home called the Yield House. Designed by Splyce Design, the home is marked by subtle glazed corners, and a rather majestic sculptural staircase, which provides the aforementi … | Continue reading
We've all been there: you ask Siri a question, and it responds with the ever-frustrating "Sorry I didn't understand that". It could be an accent or dialect problem, the fact that Siri isn't trained on the vast volume of data that Google's AI is trained on, or just that Apple abso … | Continue reading
If I called the Berm Keychain Knife 'thumb-sized', I'd be using that term literally. Measuring a mere 2.66 inches when closed, this tiny flipper knife is literally as small as the average thumb, and is lightweight enough to fit on your keychain. Flip open its 1.5" blade, however, … | Continue reading
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qpff0DCa7Ks Clocks, especially the ones we put up on walls, are no longer the single-function products of ages past. Many of them also serve as decorations, sometimes to the point that telling the time has become secondary and almost optional. That … | Continue reading
Located outside the South Korean city of Chuncheon-Si, tucked away in a valley beneath the imposing mountains is a modern mountain house called Uirim Inn. Designed by 100A Associates, the minimal home is discreetly nestled away and looks like a walled concrete fortress. It has a … | Continue reading
Camping enthusiasts understand the power of a four-wheel drive as a capable off-roader. It is not surprising then that they form base of great truck campers capable of handling the beaten roads a little better than the others. But if you don’t like the ordinary, Japan's Direct Ca … | Continue reading
Nothing and its see-through aesthetics (denoting the transparency of company values) for gadgets had the tech community all worked up before the launch of their first-ever product. But the hype turned out to be overkill. Still, the USP of the Nothing Earbuds (1) and the follow-up … | Continue reading
While most people recognize education as a basic human right, the painful truth is that, just like many other rights, it isn't universally available everywhere. There is always a resource problem, from books to teachers to even rooms to hold classes in. While that last one might … | Continue reading
https://youtu.be/hA0R3WaLkaQ It’s been a while since we have heard news about a new Android tablet. For reasons best known to me, I had started visualizing OEMs genuflect in the iPad shadow. OnePlus has jolted me back to sense, suggesting the obvious: There is still a market and … | Continue reading
https://youtu.be/fTyVIVMO488 The Everlasting Rose is both a poetic symbol of love overcoming time, as well as a tabletop accessory that combines design and cutting-edge botanical science. Designer: Rosephoria Design Click Here to Buy Now: $148.74 $174.99 (Use Coupon Code 'Yanko15 … | Continue reading
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XADV416_3sc Essential oils are quite trendy these days, and a good number of them try to recreate man-made scents like processed flowers, soft linen, or even coffee. Diffusers come in a variety of designs and gimmicks, with some using flames while … | Continue reading
One of the most challenging things I experience because I live alone and I live in a condo is trying to keep my trash from smelling. It's pretty exhausting to always go out and throw the trash in our basement whenever I have some leftover food or trash that might smell. What if t … | Continue reading
https://youtu.be/jwv5GdkMhm8 The audio tech company's heavily known for making products that democratize music production by letting you use software and hardware along with readily available devices like iPhones and iPads. The iRig Stream Mic Pro opens yet another avenue for bud … | Continue reading
When a motorcycle is seven years in development, the final version is bound to be special. Even more so when it is designed by Hugo Eccles who’s worked for names like Nike, TAG Heur, Ford and LG. The seasoned industrial designer now creates bespoke machines under the brand name U … | Continue reading
The Zeta Electric Guitar isn't rooted in tradition. Instead, it looks at design movements and tries to adapt to them, merging music and design into one beautiful package. Through its weirdly abstract and minimal design, the Zeta both challenges and conforms to the notions of what … | Continue reading
While you won’t imagine any other use of a kick scooter than casual commuting or fun for the kiddos, realms of the concept design world have other ideas. To cut it short, using kick scooter as a medical emergency responders’ first line of contact with the injured person for the q … | Continue reading
https://youtu.be/mGRhjYYZTLk With its breakthrough USB4 technology, the ZikeDrive offers transfer speeds that put Thunderbolt 3 to shame. The ZikeDrive boasts of being the world's first true USB4 enclosure, with record-breaking read/write speeds of 3.8 and 3/1 Gb/s. Designed with … | Continue reading
Air purifiers, humidifiers, and dehumidifiers are slowly becoming more common in houses these days. The newly-gained awareness that the air we breathe at home may not be as clean as we thought has helped push these appliances into living rooms and bedrooms. And just like many app … | Continue reading
Biking enthusiasts would know that there are campers you can tow behind your bike. These offer a much cheaper and more environmentally-friendly way to spend a night outside in a picturesque location as compared with electric travel trailers. Now to present you with a holistic exp … | Continue reading
Dubbed the Taurus Toaster 3.0, this eccentric kitchen appliance lets you toast anything from sliced bread to bagels to even cheesesteak subs. I've come to realize that toasters haven't really changed much in the past couple of years. Ovens have changed a lot, microwave ovens had … | Continue reading
I'm at a point in my life where I'm team stools over chairs, and I truly believe stools deserve to be given way more credit than they get. Stools are often overlooked, maybe because they occupy minimum space, and aren't really overbearing. But these traits are what make stools so … | Continue reading
https://youtu.be/BQ5LNCbqJkM Dutch lighting brand Sunne partnered up with designer Marjan van Aubel to create their first product - a self-powered solar light that harvests by energy day to light up your home at night. Called, the Sunne light, the sunlight-mimicking lamp gathers … | Continue reading
The computer mouse is one of those things that shouldn't make sense when you think hard about it, and yet it has become a staple of the modern world. Even with laptops that carry touchpads, some people still prefer to use a mouse with a laptop, even if it's not the most ergonomic … | Continue reading
Coffee tables today do more than just hold your coffee or your coffee table books. They have become both literal and figurative centers of a room, providing visual impact through their eye-catching appearances. Some coffee tables grab your attention with their exquisite shapes, w … | Continue reading
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZmnVwUvHvs Playing Microsoft Flight simulator with a gaming controller has its limitation, but then, not everyone can own a filthy expensive flight simulator to enjoy the game to the fullest. Modern controllers are good for most genres like racing … | Continue reading
Collaborating with the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship (the official motorsport world championship for EV’s), Beta Design Office has revealed the latest trophy for the Formula E series. The trophy takes on the appearance of a torch, but in fact is a call-back to the power fe … | Continue reading
In the past couple of years, Japanese design philosophy and principles have been discovered by the rest of us, and since then they have slowly but surely taken over the world. There's something about products with a Japanese touch that instantly makes you feel at ease. They have … | Continue reading
The more we become dependent on electronic devices, the more we become beholden to electricity. It's a resource that many of us take for granted, expecting that it will always be there when we need it. Power shortages and outages, natural disasters, and remote locations, however, … | Continue reading
As the terror of the pandemic slowly fades away, and our lives return to a semblance of normalcy, a question that rightfully lingers on our minds is, 'what will our homes look like in 2023'? 2023 is the year we can finally pay attention to our homes, the way they look, and our in … | Continue reading
An unconventional color for unconventional times, the Pantone Color Institute chose 18-1750 Viva Magenta as the Pantone Color of 2023. Three years into the COVID-19 pandemic, global lockdowns have drastically changed how most people choose to work and live. Off late, there have a … | Continue reading
Not only do BLUETTI’s products make going green easier, their new-year discounts let you switch to a solar-powered grid without burning a hole through your pocket. As the new year rolls in, BLUETTI is throwing its own party from January 10th to 25th, titled “The Sun Shines Wherev … | Continue reading
Talk of gaming controllers for PC, gaming consoles or smartphones and you’ll be literally spoilt for choices. The options on the market are built to satisfy every gamers’ needs without much fuzz. Now with the growing trend of VR and AR applications, gamers are also open to trying … | Continue reading
It's a no-brainer. Kids see us clicking photos and I'm sure they feel like doing it too... but let's be honest, not everyone is comfortable with giving children smartphones. They're addictive, expensive, and breakable. Besides, try taking your smartphone back and dealing with a c … | Continue reading
In my time, I have been through various iterations of a mouse and keyboard: used a few dozens and written about some hundred. If there is one thing that I have found common to all of them, it is that every other mouse or keyboard – independently or in combo – vouches to be more | Continue reading
Our unhealthy practices and way of living are truly harmful to the environment and have been slowly leading to its deterioration. And the world has been changing (for the worse) because of this. Hence, it is extremely important to live sustainably and consciously and to take care … | Continue reading
I haven't worn an actual watch for the past 5 years or so, ever since the advent of the smartwatch. But lately, I've been thinking about going "old school" once again since I like the designs of these watches better than the usual designs I see even on the most fashionable of sma … | Continue reading
At the 2022 London Design Festival, Zena Holloway presented an intriguing collection of sculptures, products, and wearables grown completely from grass root! Called, 'Rootfull', the collection was presented at the inaugural edition of the 'Materials Matter' design fair. Designer: … | Continue reading
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmT61ieV1Xg Modern smartwatches like the Apple Watch are equipped with advanced sensors and algorithms that can help you contact emergency services in case of, well, an emergency. Unfortunately, that's pretty much all they can do, and people are st … | Continue reading
https://youtu.be/8iqKz-Vu8ds If you thought the LEGO Batmobile set was the end game, wait until lay eyes on the Batman Batcycle LEGO set. LEGO Group has announced the arrival of four new Technic sets targeted towards older builders in the first quarter of 2023. While we zoom in o … | Continue reading
When curved TVs landed in the market, many pegged it as just a passing fad. Years later, that unusual shape has also made its way to computer monitors. A curved screen might make less sense on a desktop monitor since the curvature is often advertised as a boon for a more cinemati … | Continue reading
I'm the kind of person who wants to get in more exercise this new year but also hates going to the gym or basically going outside to work out. So I'm always on the lookout for things I may be able to use inside the house to burn some calories. I easily get bored with | Continue reading
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TS9ADU0oc50 Solar energy is finally becoming more common these days, with some homes even using them for a big part of their overall consumption. The common conception about solar panels, however, takes for granted that this form severely limits wh … | Continue reading
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iQ1MDmhF4w&t=53s For people who like saving things up like plastic bags and other single-use bags for future use, chances are you actually won't be using more than half of them anytime soon. You end up having a lot of plastic bags inside other pla … | Continue reading
PROS: High-end specs in a "vanilla" model Large, fast-charging battery Decent cameras especially at night CONS: No dust or water resistance rating Limited availability Forgettable design (Alpha variant) RATINGS: AESTHETICSERGONOMICSPERFORMANCESUSTAINABILITY / REPAIRABILITYVALUE F … | Continue reading
Technology is meant to make human lives easier, but there might be such a thing as being too much. When it comes to operating products and devices, we seem to be moving towards ultimate convenience at the expense of experiences that can give us delight and make us feel human. In … | Continue reading
https://youtu.be/28dAzwv1LBA With a full-mesh design that boosts breathability, a contoured back for lumbar support, and an adjustable multi-dimensional headrest, the Sihoo M57 is the most ideal ergonomic office chair on a budget. Touted as one of the best-selling office chairs, … | Continue reading