Why carry one screwdriver when you can effectively carry three? The team at Big Idea Design have debuted a new solution for handy folks after some versatility when tending to everyday tasks, with the new Ti EDS screwdriver able to hold any kind of hex bit on its tip, while stowing a couple of spares away neatly inside its titanium […]
Swappable Titanium Screwdrivers
Tactica’s Magnetic Multitool
Multitools are often about merging versatility and portability, and the newly announced M250 from Tactica is a particularly functional and classy attempt at striking this balance. The lightweight tool is built for everyday carry but can still accommodate a dozen hex bits, with a magnetic backplate making for extra options when it comes time to stow it away. Measuring around […]
Rooftop Camping Trailer
Rooftop camping is a common topic here at New Atlas, but typically it’s focused on tents mounted atop motor vehicles. A new hotel opening this year in Hamburg, Germany is broadening the conversation, supplementing its standard rooms with a rooftop campground. You might expect to find glampy yurts or cabin tents in such a fixture, but the Pierdrei Hotel has […]
HET Electric Motor Massively Boosts Power
A Texas-based startup has raised US$4.5 million in seed funding to develop and commercialize a remarkable electric motor technology. The father/son team claims the design can massively reduce the size and complexity of electric powertrains while also significantly boosting efficiency and doubling the torque output. Electric cars are stunning performers off the line. In sprint tests they routinely humble high-performance […]
New Arts & Entertainment Project In Saudi Arabia
Plans have been revealed for a new development that certainly lives up to its “Giga-Project” marketing spiel. Named Qiddiya, the huge project’s masterplan is designed, appropriately enough, by BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group), and will measure an incredible 334 sq km (129 sq mi). It’s envisioned as Saudi Arabia’s new capital of entertainment, sports, and arts, and is expected to be […]
Galaxy’s Watch Active 2
Samsung continues to forge its own path with its smartwatches, away from the Apple Watch and Google’s Wear OS. The latest Tizen-based wearable to appear from Samsung is the Galaxy Active2, a substantial step forward from the Galaxy Active Watch launched in February. The improvements made between February and August seem to be useful ones. Samsung has introduced a touch […]
5 Important UX Tips To Maximize Business Success
User experience (UX) is more than just a buzzword, it’s a must-do for business growth and success online. And yes, online matters. Without a high performing website and increased online visibility, your business could be losing a lot of customers to competitors. This is what makes UX critical. In a report by Forrester, employing better user experience on a website […]
Next Gen Off-Grid Camper Van
A leading name in custom camper vans, Outside Van developed one of its latest customs with a different purpose in mind. The Next Gen van is an experimental prototype designed to optimize and centralize weight, using new strategies and experimental components. It doesn’t skimp on features, though, keeping the lights and A/C on with a beefy 720Ah lithium battery pack […]
Dual Beam Bike Light
If you’re driving at night, which are you more likely to notice: a single spot of light, or an entire illuminated human torso? Colorado-based cyclists Alex Mulvaney and Kathy Vega are betting on the second of the two, which is why they invented the ShineOn Dual Beam bike headlight. The idea behind the device is pretty simple. For starters, it […]
Hyundai’s Solar Roof
Hyundai is launching its first car with a solar rooftop as part of the vehicle’s charging system. The solar panels in the new Sonata Hybrid’s roof are expected to provide up to 60 percent of the car’s battery charging per day and provide over a 1,000 km of EV range per year. The solar panels are semi-transparent and were introduced […]