Vivo improves the imaging formula for X100 series flagship phones
Hot on the heels of last months launch in China, Vivo has announced that the follow up to Februarys photo-centric X90 series smartphones has been opened to international markets. The X100 features an upgraded Zeiss imaging system, Mediateks flagship chipset and more battery life.
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Lego pays homage to a 70s classic, the Polaroid OneStep SX-70 instant
Sadly not in time for the holidays, but perhaps a treat for the new year – a project out of the Lego Ideas fan platform is about to bring the iconic OneStep SX-70 instant camera back to life through a 516-brick set.
Googles new HQ gives 1980s Chicago building a modern upgrade
Google has revealed plans for its new headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. The project will transform the existing 1980s-era James R. Thompson Center, giving the aging building an ambitious renovation that brings it in line with modern sustainability standards.
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Men should quit alcohol 3 months before starting a family, study suggests
A study has found that it takes longer than previously thought for the negative effects of alcohol consumption to leave a man’s sperm. Given the link between alcohol and birth defects, the findings are important for potential fathers to factor in when they’re considering starting a family.
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Wax-actuated adaptive tiles radically cut heating and cooling energy
Using a temperature-driven wax motor, researchers have created an adaptive roof tile system that helps keep a room at a comfortable 18 °C (65 °F). It delivers an extraordinary 3.1X reduction in cooling energy consumption, and 2.6X for heating.
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Range pickup camper is a Spacekap turned vibrant off-grid retreat
Weve long admired the looks of the Spacekap commercial truck canopy, wishing theyd make a camper version. Well, now we have a few options. Earlier this year, we looked at the work Ohios Grumpy Bear Campers is doing with the Spacecap Diablo fiberglass mini-alcove service body, and now the always-innovating Wilderness Vans has its own take. Wilderness focuses in on giving the Diablo serious o
Next-gen blue light LEDs could help keep sleep-wake cycles on track
Researchers have designed and tested ‘human-centric’ LEDs that emit different wavelengths of blue light depending on whether it’s daytime or nighttime, reducing the disruptive effect artificial light has on our biological clock. They hope manufacturers will apply their findings to produce these novel LEDs.
FrazyBot promises to put a robotic barista or bartender in your home
For some of us, it seems that drinks made in coffee shops or bars are somehow just better than those we make at home. If youre one of those folks, you might be interested in the home-use FrazyBot custom-beverage-making machine.
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Leema Quantum series makes high-end hi-fi more affordable
High-end hi-fi brand Leema Acoustics has unveiled its first new audiophile offerings for more than a decade, with the Quantum range essentially repackaging the companys flagship Constellation series in a more affordable – relatively speaking – form factor.
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Energy efficient office stays shaded with sweeping fin-based facade
Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has completed work on a new mixed-use office in the Czech Republic. The project incorporates significant energy efficient features and is defined by an eye-catching sweeping facade thats made up of shading fins.
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Earlier meal times linked to lower risk of cardiovascular disease
New research shows that waiting too long in the day to have your first or last meal could have a negative impact on cardiovascular health. The study, which used data from 103,389 people, says that every hour counts when it comes to your mealtimes.
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Raytheon to create DARPAs airborne wireless internet for energy
DARPA has tapped Raytheon to design and develop a wireless, airborne relay system to deliver energy into contested environments, as part of its Energy Web Dominance program, in which DARPA wants to be able to power anything from near
Coke not better at clearing food stuck in your throat, study finds
With Christmas almost upon us, many are undoubtedly looking forward to tucking into a tasty festive meal. In situations where food gets stuck in your throat, many people – including many medical professionals – recommend drinking Coca-Cola to clear the blockage. Does it work or is it a myth? A new study by Amsterdam University Medical Centers (Amsterdam UMC) has the answer.
Robo-dog sets new 100-meter sprint Guinness World Record
A four-legged robotic dog called HOUND has demonstrated an unprecedented level of agility and speed, clocking the fastest 100-meter dash ever achieved by a quadruped robot and setting a new Guinness World Record in the process.
Worlds first human brain-scale neuromorphic supercomputer is coming
Australian researchers are putting together a supercomputer designed to emulate the worlds most efficient learning machine – a neuromorphic monster capable of the same estimated 228 trillion synaptic operations per second that human brains handle.
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Streamlined SwimVest pops out airbags to keep struggling swimmers afloat
Just because youre a strong and experienced open-water swimmer doesnt mean youll never get into situations where theres a real risk of drowning. Thats where the SwimVest comes in, as its a low-profile wearable airbag system designed specifically for serious swimmers.
Huawei goes high fashion with clip-on open-ear TWS earphones
The true wireless earphone market has become pretty saturated since the first pair made their Kickstarter debut in 2014, but Huawei seems to have found a way to stand out from the crowd with the fashion-focused FreeClip open-ears.
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Study shows it might never be too late to live longer by dieting
Scientists fed fruit flies a diet to make them extra plump. In their old age, the researchers put them on a diet and found remarkable results. If the findings transfer to humans, it might mean we can improve our health at any age by cutting calories.
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Intricate bamboo restaurant forms a sea creature on Maldives beach
Taking the form of an oversized sea creature on a beach in the Maldives, the recently completed Overwater Restaurant, by Atelier Nomadic, certainly cuts a distinctive figure. The project offers a superb example of the efficacy of bamboo as a building material and features an intricate bamboo structure thats topped by an undulating roof.
Electric snowboard nullifies gravity to motor over the flatlands
Cyrusher has been going a bit bonkers this year, releasing one electric power toy after another to collectively explore virtually every imaginable patch of Earths surface. With winter fast-approaching in the Northern Hemisphere, its turned its attention to snow, launching what it calls the worlds first electric snowboard. And while weve seen other rides that use that name loosely, the
Teslas Optimus Gen 2 humanoid: A lot more Model S than Cybertruck
Tesla has completely overhauled its humanoid robot. The Optimus Gen 2 is 10 kg (22 lb) lighter, 30% faster, a lot smoother and more capable, and it looks much more human in the way it moves. Its also got new hands and feet, and some of Elons style.