U-Boat Worx has been pushing its creations into the abyss since launching in 2005, and now offers a range of personal and research craft for intrepid ocean explorers. Its latest model line, the C-Researcher 2, makes use of a new battery for deeper, faster, longer missions on the ocean floor. Read more
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Bezel-free displays are a top trend in mobile electronics this year, spearheaded by the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S8 series and the LG G6. Apart from their large displays, how else do their specs and features compare? Join New Atlas as we take a look. Read more
Dodge has been running a long tease ahead of the New York Auto Show, drip-feeding us info about the Demon. And it's working, but it also gave the opportunistic team of Texan tuners at Hennessey a chance to stake its own claim on supernatural muscle car performance. Dodge Demon, meet The Exorcist. Read more
The normally sedate city of Seattle sounded more like the set of a science fiction epic today as the world's largest boring machine, better known as "Bertha", roared and screeched its way into the open air in the shadow of the iconic Space Needle. Read more
The mysterious world of gut bacteria is a hot area of research in science right now. The systemic implications of gut flora are being found to have vast holistic effects, and now living longer could be joining that list. Read more
Siemens has just announced that an electric aerobatic plane powered by its latest motor has nabbed two world speed records. The Extra 330LE electric test plane also became the first in the world to tow a glider up into the skies. Read more
The new Mercedes GLC63 AMG caters to those crazy few who want their SUV with a nuclear-grade engine under the hood, dropping the focus on efficient, inoffensive transportation in favor of the full 510 hp (375 kW) AMG V8 experience. Read more
A new study suggests that if left emissions are left unchecked we could return to Triassic atmospheric CO2 levels in the next few centuries, and with a little help from a brighter, hotter Sun, surface temperatures on Earth could soar to new heights. Read more
Soon we could start to see a new class of waterproof products that stay hydrophobic for the long haul. That's thanks to a breakthrough by University of Michigan researchers to create a water-repellent spray-on coating they claim is hundreds of times more durable than similar substances. Read more
There has been a lot of talk about government partnerships with commercial entities at the Space Symposium in Colorado, not least of which was the announcement that Orbital ATK is in major standing to compete for a US Air Force contract for a new rocket system to deliver payloads to space. Read more
Built with 40mm drivers, powerful circuitry, and anti-vibration aluminum for a power-backed soundstage, the A-Audio Legacy Over-Ear Headphones provide an unrivaled listening experience to connoisseurs of sound. Incorporating patented 3-Stage Technology, the Legacy allows a user to switch between passive audio, bass enhanced, and active noise cancellation modes to curate the best experience for the moment. Read more
It's hard to imagine the world before Tim Berners-Lee brought the World Wide Web into our lives. His invention indelibly changed the course of human history, and he's now been awarded with a million-dollar prize for his significant and lasting contributions to computing. Read more
An innovative combination of electrical spinal stimulation and physical therapy has allowed 26-year-old Jered Chinnock to intentionally move his legs for the first time in three years, after an accident left him paralyzed. Read more
For people in medieval England, zombies weren’t fictional entertainment, they were an existential threat. Bones from a medieval North Yorkshire village have been found to bear telltale battle-scars, when the living took some extreme measures to make sure the dead stayed dead. Read more
Celebrity provenance is a wildcard variable in determining the price of any item and this week three cars with celebrity provenance went to auction. Donald Trump's Ferrari F430 won the day, narrowly beating a 1955 Porsche 356 Speedster once owned by Academy-Award-Winner Nicolas Cage Read more
Ordinarily, when we think of prehistoric items that have been preserved in amber, things like insects come to mind. Recently, however, scientists uncovered what are claimed to be the first fossilized red blood cells from a mammal – likely a monkey. Read more
Dr. Raymond Soneria of DisplayMate Technologies, one of the world’s leading independent display analysts, has published the results of extensive lab testing on the Samsung Galaxy S8’s display – and awarded the device DisplayMate’s highest ever A+ grade. Read more
Surgery is sometimes required for torn rotator cuffs, although the weakened tendons will frequently just tear again after the operation. Now, however, scientists have developed a method of regenerating rotator cuff tendons, using a polymer mesh seeded with stem cells. Read more
Since Polaris revealed that it was shutting down the Victory brand, several announcements relating to the Indian side of the business indicate where the company is now putting its focus. The recent introduction of the Chieftan Limited and the Chieftan Elite is no exception. Read more
Daimler has made some significant strides in the autonomous vehicle arena. But even leaders of the pack can sometimes do with a helping hand, as demonstrated by the company's collaboration with Bosch to get self-driving cars on the road by the start of the next decade. Read more
Escape is a big-hitter in the small living scene and has regularly impressed us with its build quality and smart design. The firm's latest model continues in this vein and features a Japanese-style charred wood exterior and a well thought-out interior. Read more
Apple announced today that it is completely overhauling the Mac Pro, but the revamped machines won't be released this year. For now, the current Mac Pros are getting a small spec boost. Read more
What if, like computers, the immune system could be reprogrammed to restore the body’s functions? Scientists at the University of Maryland have done just that with paralyzed mice, using an experimental treatment that might one day reverse the effects of autoimmune diseases in humans. Read more
Thanks to a vast array of analog and digital effects, changing the way an electric guitar sounds has never been easier. But if you're on the lookout for something a little out of the ordinary, truly bizarre or just plain mad, we've selected five of the craziest stomp boxes we've ever come across. Read more
Tumor-treating fields are a relatively new form of cancer treatment that send mild electrical fields through the scalp. New research results have found that it significantly improves survival rates in brain cancer patients, with scientists labelling it a once-in-a-decade advance in the area. Read more
Today, Facebook announced efforts to battle "revenge porn" – that is, the sharing of intimate images without consent. The social media giant is rolling out tools to report and curb the spread of these types of images. Read more
The Nintendo Switch is a blast, but the ability to play it anywhere comes at the cost of battery life, and trying to charge it on the go isn’t as easy as we’d like it to be. The SwitchCharge is a new accessory designed to address these issues, and it’s currently seeking funding on Indiegogo. Read more
We're used to touchscreens, but now researchers have created new, touch-sensitive fibers that can be used to interact with electronic devices. The microscopic fibers capable of detecting touch, strain and twisting, which could lead to new sorts of wearable devices and sensing applications. Read more
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