Whether you’re a frequent flier who takes dozens of business trips, or you only occasionally jet off on vacation to get away from the 9-to-5 grind, stressful experiences at the airport can easily turn your much-needed travels into a nightmare. And while many travel-related events are not in our control — like weather-related delays and cancellations, buildup at the TSA checkpoint, […]
Smart Luggage Is All You Need When You Travel
High Tech Pedestrian Crossing
Thanks to things like smartphones and automotive infotainment systems, both pedestrians and drivers are probably now less aware of one another than ever before. An experimental new crosswalk could help keep accidents from happening, however, through a variety of lights, electronic signs, and an app. Designed by a team at the Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology, the […]
Hybrid Fiber
Metal fibers are strong, but can’t be stretched very far. Rubber fibers are stretchy, but they’re not very strong. Well, scientists have combined the selling points of both materials into one type of hybrid fiber. It could be used in applications such as soft robotics, packaging materials, or high-tech textiles. Developed by a team at North Carolina State University, the […]
Setting Up Your New MacBook
I don’t know about you, but I feel that the best part of buying new hardware is for that small hit of excitement you receive when finally opening it. Nothing comes close to that feelings of taking the lid off a box and seeing your new computer that you’ll be using for a good while. But after that rush of […]
Huawei Adding To The Folding Scene
We knew foldable phones would be one of the smartphone trends of 2019, but we’re now starting to see the actual devices appear. Days after Samsung took the wrappers off its Galaxy Fold phone, Huawei has been showing off its own foldable Mate X handset at Mobile World Congress 2019. Huawei’s handset folds in the opposite direction to Samsung’s – […]
Pump Alerts You When Air In The Ball Is Enough
While people are fairly fussy about things like bicycle tire pressure, they tend to be a lot more blasé when it comes to inflating basketballs – even though a ball’s pressure can greatly affect its performance. The Innoflate Perfect Pressure Needle is designed to help … by whistling. Users simply screw the Innoflate onto a third-party pump’s hose, in place […]
Air Purifying Curtains
We all know that houseplants help purify the air inside a home. If you don’t have a green thumb, though, you may still be in luck – Ikea has developed curtains that are claimed to clean indoor air, utilizing a process similar to that which occurs in plants. Known by the product name Gunrid, the curtains are made of conventional […]
Health Plan Based On DNA
How many fad diets, fancy workouts and health trends have you tried over the years? Before you try the latest craze (celery juice, anyone?), maybe you should check in with your DNA. Vitagene DNA Ancestry Test Kit & Personal Genetic Reports gives you actionable health plans based on your DNA for $69. Workouts and diets are not one size fits […]
Heated Saddle
If you’re a winter cyclist, then you’ll know how off-putting it can be to press your butt down onto an ice-cold saddle. Slovenian inventor Drago Beravs is out to remedy that situation, with his heated Sweet Saddle. Plans actually call for the device to be offered in three versions: one that blows warm air onto the rider’s derrière, one that […]
How to Increase Happiness in the Workplace
Studies have shown that happy employees are productive employees. Happiness can increase productivity by as much as 20 percent. Not convinced by that number? Let’s take a look at the flipside: unhappy workers cost the US between $450-$500 billion each year. With these statistics in mind, let’s dive into a few tips that may help you retain employees and keep […]