Compact Swytch Kit converts any bike to an e-bike for sustainable transport
Swytch switched. Following up on its successful 2017 crowd-funded e-bike conversion kit launch, London-based Swytch Technology introduced a new model that is 50% lighter and 70% smaller than the original. CTO Dmitro Khroma says the team has created the "smallest and lightest e-Bike system that is possible."
The history of Black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year
The history of Black Friday began 150 years ago with panic on the gold market.
Make the perfect meatball with celebrity chef Daniel Holzman on Yummly Pro app
Whirlpool and Yummly announced Yummly Pro for people who want to improve their cooking skills. Yummly Pro is an app-driven platform with personalized recipe selections and step-by-step video cooking instructions from celebrity chefs. Users will find shopping lists with on-demand ordering, timers, and more in the app.
Suvie smart cooler and cooker is on display at CES 2019, ready for pre-orders
It was almost one year ago when we had our first look at Suvie, the cooling and cooking countertop robot. This week, Suvie's creators had the clever cooker on display at CES 2019. Ready for pre-orders, with shipping expected in June, the Suvie appliance cooks meals that are home-delivered pre-chopped and seasoned.
With new integrations, Google Assistant makes big push for dominance at CES 2019
This was a huge year for Google Assistant at CES 2019. Google and partners announced scads of Google Assistant-compatible products and services for the home, the car, and travel. Google is going all out to support device makers and software developers to create new products that work with Google Assistant.
Breadbot is an autonomous bakery in a box, coming to a grocery near you
Wilkinson Baking Company is set to unveil the Breadbot at CES 2019. The robotic bread-maker creates up to 10 loaves of bread per hour from scratch and is destined for groceries and specialty shops. The Breadbot isn't just about artisanal bread, however, the transparent machine promises theater.
World’s fastest electric race car to display at Petersen Museum
The Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak race car smashed the all-time record at the hill climb for which it was named. The all-electric VW record-holder will be on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles until February 1, 2019. Future Volkswagen electric vehicles will use the same platform as the race car.
Harley-Davidson drops LiveWire electric motorcycle’s range, speed, charging time
Harley-Davidson traveled to the Geneva International Motor Show to release additional specifications forthe LiveWire, its first electric model. The LiveWire has an urban range up to 140 miles and takes 3.0 seconds to reach 60 mph. Pricing will start at about $30,000 before incentives when it goes on sale in fall 2019.
Mercedes-Benz Digital Light LED headlights display messages on the road
Mercedes-Benz introduced a new Digital Light feature with HD headlights, each with one million micromirrors controlled by onboard computers. Available during the 2018 model year in small quantities on the Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4Matic sedan, the headlights display graphic warnings and project messages on the road.
Robotic exoskeletons help Ford employees build cars worldwide
Ford Motor Company announced the worldwide rollout of wearable exoskeleton vests to assist assembly line workers, after first testing in two Michigan plants. Esko Bionics developed the EskoVest for Ford. By reducing the physical toll on the bodies of workers, the robotic vests lessen fatigue, injury, and discomfort.
The best in-flight internet access prices
Plan ahead for in-flight Wi-Fi internet access to save money on 1-hour or day passes and monthly subscriptions. If you wait till you board your flight to buy a Wi-Fi pass you'll pay much more than the same purchase while you were waiting at the gate. Pre-purchased access is good for one device and one airline.
New Tesla Roadster ‘SpaceX package’ will have 10 rocket thrusters, Musk says
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced on Twitter a SpaceX option package for the upcoming second-generation Tesla Roadster. The SpaceX package will include 10 rocket thrusters arranged around the car to help with acceleration, braking, and handling. Musk's followers took the announcement in stride, many assuming it's a joke.
Land Rover makes Scottish island less remote with potentially lifesaving project
Land Rover drivers and volunteers delivered unique three-word address plaques to 2,000 remote locations on Scotland's Isle of Mull. Residents can provide their three-word locations when they need an emergency medical response. The delivery event marks Land Rover's 70th year of humanitarian volunteerism.
$4 million will buy you the world’s most expensive SUV — if you can find one
The Karlmann King is designed in China and assembled in Europe on an American truck chassis. Very few who can afford it will want the rolling $3.8 million hulk -- a good thing, because the company intends to build only nine of them. If you don't need to go fast or far, this ride will attract all the attention you want.
Polaris eyes desert dominance with the 2018 Polaris RZR XP Turbo S
Billed by Polaris as "the nastiest RZR ever," the XP Turbo S can take you places you didn't think you could go off-road, at speeds you didn't think you could handle. Unless you're a professional desert racer, you will not outdrive the RZR XP Turbo S, which does the shifting for you.
2018 Polaris Slingshot first drive review
Our 2018 Polaris Slingshot First Drive Review finds big-time handling improvement compared to previous years - if you pay for it.
Don’t just follow your Drop recipe, use it to control your connected GE oven
Home cooks can now follow more than 500 recipes and control connected ovens thanks to a partnership between GE Appliances and Drop.
Tesla gathers some ‘really phenomenal people’ to make glass for the Model 3
When Tesla CEO Elon Musk introduced the Tesla solar roof, he confirmed the company now has a glass technology group for solar and vehicle applications.
Paper or digital? The hybrid Slice Planner gives you the best of both worlds
Stop switching back and forth between paper and digital planners with the hybrid Slice Planner, designed for visual thinkers.
Indoor air is five times as polluted as outdoor air, but Molekule can help
Rather than just filter and trap indoor pollutants, Molekule smart home indoor air purifier breaks them down into harmless molecular particles.
How to watch TruTV from anywhere in the world for free
If you cut the cord from cable or satellite TV services, you're still in luck because TruTV is included with several major streaming services.
Best blue light glasses: 10 frames for every personal style & preference
Starting at a computer, tablet, or smartphone for hours has its side effects — so get a pair of blue light glasses. These are the best ones available.
Holiday shipping deadlines: Postal dates for delivery by December 25
Package delivery can be a major challenge in December. Here's the scoop on holiday shipping deadlines for the USPS, UPS, and FedEX.
This Echelon exercise bike is $500 off, and it’s selling fast
Walmart's Cyber Monday deal for the Echelon Connect Sport-S smart bike is a door buster-level bargain.
This simple, 1-person air fryer is $18 at Best Buy for Cyber Monday
The deal on this air fryer even makes it a terrific choice as a second air fryer when it's more convenient to cook two items at the same time.
Amazon Echo Show 15 is $80 off with this Cyber Monday deal
Best Buy's Cyber Monday deal for the Echo Show 15 is particularly attractive because of its head-of-the-of-class status in our smart displays face-off.
This Echelon smart rower is 50% off for Cyber Monday — get it now
Walmart's deal on the Echelon Rower goes has a 50% discount on an already low price. Walmart is selling a ton of these quality rowers, so don't get left behind.
This Keurig coffee maker is super slim, and $50 off for Cyber Monday
With this Best Buy deal you can get an advanced model at a lower price than basic units. Keurig inventories move quickly, so don't put it off if you want one.