In most hearing aids, sounds emitted by a tiny speaker are directed down the ear canal. The “alpha” hearing aid is different, however – and reportedly better – in that its speaker actually sits directly against the wearer’s eardrum. Described as a “hearing contact lens,” the device is being manufactured by German startup Vibrosonic. It incorporates technology developed by researchers […]
“Hearing Contact Lens”
Environmental Game Tackles Real World Problems
Concerns about climate change are everywhere. Companies are making products with ocean plastic, corporations are focusing on sustainability and people are learning how to incorporate green technology into their daily lives. Now, even video games are addressing this real-world crisis. It was only a matter of time. In Descendants of Earth, it is the year 2412. Your descendants live in […]
Protecting Homes From Fires
Most of us can’t afford homes with fire-extinguishing sprinklers built into the ceiling … and that’s where FACE is designed to come in. It’s a self-contained, heat-activated fire suppression device that’s mounted in the user’s home, wherever it’s most likely to be needed. Its name an acronym for Fire Activated Canister Extinguisher, FACE was invented by San Francisco high school […]
Coros Pace Smartwatch
If you’re looking for a wearable to track your workouts, runs, sleep and plenty more besides, then there’s no shortage of fitness trackers and smartwatches to pick from – and after a couple of weeks of testing we can tell you that the Coros PACE 2 has a few features that might make you choose it over its competitors. At-a-glance: […]
Wendy’s Plant Based Burger In Three Cities
Wendy’s begins testing a new plant-based burger this week in three U.S. markets. But unlike other fast food joints, Wendy’s is using a good old whole food — black beans — rather than ultra-processed pea proteins used in more realistic faux meats. The Spicy Black Bean Burger costs $5.79 and is available in Pittsburgh, PA; Columbus, OH; and Jacksonville, FL. The chain […]
Compostable Plates
If you didn’t know that Wasara plates are meant to be thrown away, you wouldn’t want to let them go. Designed to be elegant and beautiful, Wasara plates are compostable and disposable. But there’s a lot more than plates here. Wasara designed an entire line of tableware that includes bowls, serving dishes, serving spoons, cups, pourers and yes, plates of […]
3 Reasons to Hire an SEO Agency
There’s a running gag among marketers that if you want to keep something hidden, the best place to do it is on Google search’s second page. While it may be a joke, it’s also true. In fact, very few people go past page one of the search results. Those who are unable to position themselves within the first few links […]
Free Water Connects Startups For Clean Water
A new philanthropic marketing startup based out of Austin, Texas is providing companies with a way to advertise while doing good. FreeWater provides beverages in eco-friendly, BPA-free packaging paid for by the ads printed directly onto the bottles. Companies can choose to either distribute them for free or sell them for a profit. Beverages are packaged in aluminum bottles or paper cartons. FreeWater will […]
Smart Tech Brings Forest Home
HomeForest, an app that uses smart devices to bring the restorative effects of nature into the home, has been named as the winner of the inaugural Davidson Prize. The contest called for ideas for how the home can adapt in response to the rise of home-working, following the Covid-19 pandemic. Selected for the £10,000 prize ahead of two other finalists, […]
Luxury Yacht Runs On 100% Renewable Energy
For those who enjoy yachting, there’s nothing better than long stretches of propulsion across the water while you take in the sea and scenery. Except perhaps if you get to experience the newest Sunreef 80 Eco, an electric luxury ride that’s silent and sustainable. Sunreef Yachts developed a thin, highly efficient solar cell system that mounts completely flush to all […]