N95 face masks are a necessity for healthcare workers treating COVID-19 patients. Even though the masks are designed to be single-use, N95 shortages throughout the coronavirus pandemic have meant many medical professionals have had to wear the disposable masks over and over again. So to help combat the PPE shortage and reduce waste, a team of researchers has invented a […]

Newly developed QuenchSea is a low-cost, handheld machine with the potential to become a complete life-saver for water-related emergency situations and humanitarian crises. The device has the capacity to turn about one liter of seawater — and up to three liters in ideal conditions — into drinkable freshwater every hour using a manual system. The desalination device comes from London-based […]

New York-based audio gear maker Avantone Pro has released a pair of heavy-looking reference-grade headphones for musicians, engineers, podcasters and audiophiles on a budget. But the Planar over-ears have been designed for long session comfort and, as the name suggests, feature planar magnetic driver technology for the promise of “amazing accuracy, high-end detail, clarity, natural bass and response time.” Planar […]

We’ve seen various collapsible water bottles in the past, from crushable flasks to fillable accordions. Bulgarian startup DiFold believes it has an even better version, creating a brand-new bottle that relies on the ancient art of origami. Its Origami Bottle holds and serves 25 fl oz (750 ml) of water as effectively as any solid water bottle, but after emptying […]

Danish high-end audio gear firm Bang&Olufsen and Swiss sports footwear brand On Running have teamed up for a limited edition pair of B&O’s E8 Sport true wireless earphones to help you power through your workout with music. “We are excited to join forces with On Running to create the ultimate experience for runners,” said B&O’s Christoffer Poulsen. “Beoplay E8 Sport […]

When it comes to rough, tough, gruff, no-nonsense devices, power drills certainly fit the bill. Nonetheless, a Canadian company has given the tool a high-tech makeover, adding what are actually some pretty handy features. Known as the xDrill, the product is manufactured by Vancouver-based startup Robbox Inc. Like a regular power drill, it has a chuck that accepts interchangeable bits, […]

Applying the wearable sensors of the future could be as simple as sketching out a shape on your arm, according to new research that investigates the potential for bioelectronics to be applied through graphite pencil lead and ordinary office copy paper. While the idea is still some way from being made into a practical reality, you can imagine the possibilities: […]

Hand sanitizer has become an essential part of life during the COVID-19 pandemic, but its environmental impact via plastic waste increases with each empty bottle. As a consumer, it’s frustrating wanting to do the right thing for the planet, but being unable to get the hand sanitizer you need without contributing to plastic pollution. Enter Sanikind, a sustainable solution for portable and […]

The best home security camera is the Arlo Pro 3. It’s a versatile camera with excellent image quality and solid app support. Though more expensive than some other picks, it’s a good value given everything you receive as part of the package. Competitors like Ring and Nest have more recognizable brands, but the Arlo Pro 3 has them beat on […]

For kids, summer usually means days filled with sports, plenty of friend time, and weeks spent at camp. With things panning out a little differently this year, parents are left trying to figure out ways to keep their kids occupied, active, and healthy. If your child enjoys playing sports, products like DribbleUp (DU)’s revolutionary Smart Balls are stepping up in […]