'Man 2.0 Engineering the Alpha' is a no holds barred book for those that are seriously looking to redesign themselves. Not for the feint of heart or easily offended. Cost: 20 USD
Read more, including a sample chapter - via the HomeSite:
Scientists working at Vanderbilt University have built a simple application to locate the direction a gunshot came from. Without special equipment - multiple smartphones can pool their information and point to where the noise came from.
Read more about it via Vanderbilt:
Hours of fun with 'The Furies' throwing knives - ruggedly handsome, the set of three are packaged in a leather roll. Cost: 415 CDN
Available from BaseCampX:
Sony is releasing a new generation of electronic binoculars - the 'Dev 50V'. The digital binoculars are smaller, lighter, and more powerful than previous versions - and record in low light with high optical zoom capabilities. Cost: 2000 USD Available in the US next week, Europe in June.
Read more and watch a video demo via Decrypted Tech:
Students in Switzerland are working on a snowboard that can climb back up the hill using a pair of Archimedes' screws.
Watch the experiments via YouTube:
The 'WineStation' from Dacor lets you pick the perfect glass for the occasion. Replacing the air in open bottles with an argon mixture, open bottles can last up to 60 days without oxidizing. Digital controls allow for pouring options. Cost: 5,300 USD
Info via Dacor:
Minimalist travelers will enjoy the 'Passport Sleeve Wallet' from Bellroy. Exactly what you'll need for the plane, right at your fingertips - passport, boarding pass, a couple of credit cards, and a micro pen for filling out forms. Cost: 100 USD available in black or tan.
More info, video and order via BellRoy:
The 'NiteCore TM26' flashlight packs a crazy 3500 lumens into a quad LED body that's small enough to fit in your hand. Cost: 389 USD
Details and order via ThinkGeek:
The US Airforce is just getting going with it's fifth generation jet fighters, but they're already making plans for the next. As the sixth generation specifics are going out to bid, one attribute raises an eyebrow: 'self healing'.
Read more about it via Airforce Technology:
Fonderie 47 is on a mission - they're converting old AK47 rifles into stylish watches. For every 1,000 rifles melted down, they're producing an inversion principle tourbillion watch. Cost: TBD
More info via Fonderie 47:
Cameras have gotten so inexpensive, they're virtually disposable. Case in point: 'The S9Q HD Gum Mini-Camera', a motion sensing USB attachable camera. Cost: 18 USD.
Available from Amazon:
With a simple hack, web cams can detect your heart-rate. Zeroing in on parts of the forehead, subtle changes in coloration due to blood flow can be measured.
Read more about it via BoingBoing:
Actual code for download via GitHub:
Enjoy the health benefits of boxing without the messy human interaction by using the 'Nexersys Boxing System'. The built in monitor, strike pads and built in accelerometer will keep pace of your progress. Cost: 3000 - 7000 USD, depending on model and features.
Read more about it via Nexersys:
Future spy planes may use a phenomena known as 'ionic wind' to push themselves along silently. A thruster using this tech could potentially yield a very high amount of energy, while remaining stealthy.
Read more about it via MIT:
Stat Key is now making a set of ultra thin 'Every Day Carry Multitools. The tools are made of military grade anticorrosive ceramics - so they'll last a lifetime. Cost: 70 - 110 USD.
The hovercrafts designed by Air Rider have a bit of an advantage - the air cushion design. Rather than a solid, or loop bumper design - they use both, which gives the hovercraft a smoother ride.
Read more about it via Air Rider:
The gents at Top Gear have just published 'The Cool 500: The Coolest Cars Ever Made'. It's exactly what you think it is. Perfect for a coffee table book. Cost: 16 GBP
Available from Amazon:
The US Navy is committed to having solid state lasers deployed on ships by next year. The 'LaWS' (Laser Weapons System) can destroy incoming missiles by super heating them. Follow the link below to watch an operational test - destroying a drone.
The LaWS operational test via YouTube:
The 'Tour Odeon' project is proceeding in Monaco - the luxury skyscraper will have many beautiful apartments, however the penthouse promises to be a jaw dropper. The multi-story Sky Penthouse will be 3,300 sq meters, with commanding views of the harbor, and lux amenities. It will also be a record 387 Million USD.
Details via the Tour Odeon site:
The 'T.A.S.K. Apocalypse Survival Kit' has all the basic you'd need in time of trouble. A battle axe, flashlight, water purifier, compass and much more - all contained in one handy pack. Cost: 199 USD
Read more about it via Lansky:
Perhaps one of the most interesting locations used in the 'Skyfall' movie was 'Battleship Island'. The island was a mining colony abandoned in 1974. Today, it sits empty as part of Japan. Sony used it recently to demonstrate it's RC filming technology.
Battleship Island presented by Sony, via YouTube:
Urban wingsuit flying is dangerous - but Ludovic Woerth and Jokke Sommer have taken that to a whole new level. Follow the link and watch a rather risky 3 minutes in Rio.
Urban Wingsuit in Rio de Janeiro via YouTube:
Here's a simple and stylish way to get rid of some travel clutter - the 'Roll Up Travel Charger' is a leather wrap that contains 4 plugs for your various handheld devices. Cost: 49 USD
Available from Restoration Hardware:
Seems there's a new flame thrower tank in the Russian arsenal. During recent attack simulations, an upgraded thermobaric rocket launcher was observed. The rocket release flammable gas when close to their target, then ignite the area. Nasty.
See the video and read more about it via the DangerRoom at Wired
UPDATE: Fans of the classic Jaguar E type might be interested in the new Lyonheart K series. After early announcements - things had gone quiet for a while. Finally, delivery and pricing information is available. Production begins late 2013. Cost: 481,000 to 501,000 USD depending on model and options.
Read more about it via the Lyonheart site:
Whisky expert Dominic Roskrow has written the definitive 'The World's Best Whiskies - 750 Unmissable Drams from Tain to Tokyo'. A must for serious drinkers. Cost: 40 USD
Read a review via Whisky Intelligence:
Famed watchmakers Bell & Ross have announced three new watches in their 'Aviation Collection'. The limited edition watches are inspired by heading, airspeed, and climb indicators. Cost: TBA
Read more about them via WatchPro:
The tiny 'Cam CHOBi Pro3' is a toy-like camera that can take pictures and video in total darkness. Cost: 53 USD
Read more about it via Damn Geeky:
A new system in development at Saarland University will detect intrusion via disturbances in the Earth's magnetic field. This is exactly the sort of thing that makes sneaking around very difficult.
Read more about it via a PDF download via Saarland:
Inventor Matt Denton means something a little different than most when he talks about going for a walk. His two ton 'Mantis Hexapod' is controlled via a jet fighter styled pod.
Read more about it via the Mantis Robot site:
