Back in 2014, Australian audio brand Røde released an all-in-one USB condenser microphone that’s still a popular choice for podcasters and streaming content creators today. Now the company has announced an update with integrated preamp and onboard DSP. Like its predecessor, the NT-USB+ is a plug-and-play recording solution that comes with its own desktop tripod and detachable pop screen, and has […]
Rode Plug & Play Microphone
Edible Drones
Imagine if someone such as a stranded mountain climber needed food, but could initially only be reached by drone. Scientists have developed a proof-of-concept system of getting that food to them, in the form of a drone with edible wings. First of all, there are already various groups using multicopter drones to deliver packages of food from stores or restaurants […]
Honda Modular Exchange Battery
In a model similar to that used by Gogoro, Honda has started rolling out modular battery exchange stations in Japan and India that each hold a dozen Mobile Power Packs for hot-swaps into electric scooters, motorcycles and rickshaws. The basic idea is that instead of e-mobility users having to worry about range and charging time, they would just roll up to […]
Orbitkey’s Quick-Release Keyring
Since taking its first product to Kickstarter eight years ago, Australian startup Orbitkey hasn’t been afraid to float some fresh ideas around how we carry our keys, and its latest offering continues on with this theme. The company’s Ring v2 is a regular-enough keyring, but features a quick-release mechanism to prevent fingernail damage due to those dreaded, stubborn coils. Orbitkey’s original key […]
Extreme Tiny TV
Whether you’re furnishing a hyper-realistic dollhouse or you just like marveling at miniaturized tech, the TinyTV 2 may be just what you’re looking for. And if it’s still too big for your liking, you might want to check out its even smaller sibling, the TinyTV Mini. Currently the subject of a Kickstarter campaign, the TinyTV 2 was created by Ohio-based […]
Pocket Projector System
While sizable all-in-one projectors like the Aura are great for movie-watching at home, taking them into the wilds to provide entertainment at camp or even the yard can be a little awkward. This is where pico projectors tend to shine, and the latest to appear on our radar is the Tairona. One of the main advantages of a pico projector is its portability. The Tairona from […]
E Minder To-Do List
Even in this day and age, many people still keep track of their daily tasks on paper do-to lists. The eMinder is designed to be a less wasteful alternative, and it’s claimed to be less distracting than keeping such a list solely on your smartphone. Created by Italian startup post-think, the eMinder is currently the subject of a Kickstarter campaign. […]
Walk Wise Walker
It’s important to monitor the physical activity level of seniors living on their own, as a decrease may indicate health problems, depression, cognitive decline, or a debilitating fall. A new device does so simply and unobtrusively, by hitching a ride on the senior’s walker. Known as WalkWise, the tool was created by WalkWise company CEO Peter Chamberlain when he was […]
Anti-Snoring Mouthpiece
Being an avid snorer is probably not anybody’s proudest quality. The highly rated VitalSleep Anti-Snoring Mouthpiece helps ease you into a restful (and anti-snoring) sleep — plus, it’s on sale at $30 off. Getting quality sleep is essential for our health and mental clarity, and if you’re an avid snorer, you may be limiting yourself or others from necessary rest. Molding precisely to […]
Rugged Range of Smartphone
The rugged smartphones from China’s Doogee generally have a few things in common. They can survive pretty much anything you can throw at them. They have generous batteries. And they often sit at the budget end of the mobile marketplace. The company’s S89 Pro is no exception, rocking military-grade protection, an enormous battery and a wallet-friendly ticket price. Where smartphone […]