Microsoft first launched its Edge web browser to replace Internet Explorer in 2015, and now it’s pushing out the new and improved second generation of the software – rebuilt from scratch and available on all the major platforms. Here’s what you get in the new browser, and why Microsoft went back to the drawing board. The biggest and most controversial […]
Microsoft’s Revamped Edge Browser
Earthquake Resistant Tiny Prefab
Singapore- and China-based design studio Nestron has revealed a 14.5 square meter (156 sq ft) tiny home dubbed Cube One. The prefabricated single room home is ready to move-in from delivery and boasts a series of smart and sustainable technologies for a relatively cheap price tag. “[Cube One] is a new generation of Tiny Living,” says Nestron. “Each house is […]
Sleeping With Elephants
We’ve seen a lot of Bubble Hotels that offer amazing views, but Thailand’s Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort recently installed a couple that let visitors fall asleep among jungle wildlife, including elephants. The transparent inflatable shelters look comfortable and include a bathroom and air-conditioning. The shelters are named Jungle Bubbles and were designed by Eye in the Sky. […]
Bimobil 4×4 Smarthome
We’ve seen vans large and small incorporate Mercedes-Benz’s MBAC smart motorhome control tech, and at this year’s CMT show, we took a look at the world’s first Class C motorhome to utilize it. No ordinary motorhome, Bimobil’s LBX 365 is an off-grid expedition vehicle meant to venture into rarely explored spaces. Now it promises to bring a little modern convenience […]
Samsung Refreshes Clothes With Air & Stream
Many of us clean our clothes at home using a combination of washing machine, detergent and water. But sometimes your garments just need a bit of a refresh. That’s where Samsung’s AirDresser comes in, using air and steam to sanitize and freshen clothes placed inside. “AirDresser is Samsung’s response to consumer demand for more dynamic performance from even basic appliances, […]
Electric Rickshaws In India
As it gears up for a big push into India and a wider pursuit of climate neutrality, Amazon has announced plans to deploy 10,000 electric delivery rickshaws across the country. The move follows successful trials in Indian cities in 2019, as the company also commits to new investment and job creation in the world’s second most populous country. “The 21st […]
Energy Efficient Housing For Homeless
The Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects (LOHA)-designed MLK1101 Supportive Housing in Los Angeles provides a safe and affordable home to homeless people and other vulnerable groups. The project also incorporates several energy-efficient elements, such as solar hot water heating and a focus on natural lighting and ventilation. MLK1101 Supportive Housing was commissioned by Clifford Beers Housing and is located in South L.A., […]
Finally Building World’s Largest Off-Shore Farm
The waters surrounding the UK have long played home to some of the world’s most ambitious renewable energy projects, with a line of off-shore wind farms one-upping each other over the years to assume the mantle as the world’s largest. The title will soon be changing hands once again, with construction now underway at Dogger Bank, a gigantic off-shore wind […]
Pro Golf Simulator To Home Or Office
If you love playing golf but hate having to dish out an absurd amount of cash for a fancy club membership, look no further than PhiGolf, which lets you play golf year-round in the comfort of your own home or office. This immersive golf simulator package utilizes a state-of-the-art sensor that perfectly replicates the feel and trajectory of a traditional […]
2020 Airstream Smart Technology Camper
Airstream is a long-standing American legend beloved by many roaming road warriors, but now the iconic campers have been given a sleek modern makeover. The new 2020 Airstream Classics feature an impressive apartment-like interior design scheme that uses a “comfort white” color scheme to create a more contemporary living space that puts the campers once again at the forefront of […]