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| SCIENCE |
| New class of "non-Joulian magnets" have potential to revolutionize electronics |
 | A new class of magnets discovered by scientists working at the University of Maryland (UMD) change in volume whilst in the process of magnetization. As this is fundamentally different to the phenomenon discovered by Joule some 175 years ago, the new magnets are called "non-Joulian." read more |
| HEALTH AND WELLBEING |
| Should you fear aspartame? |
 | The aspartame is coming out of Diet Pepsi, even though the company says the artificial sweetener is safe. Is there really something to worry about? read more |
| DIGITAL CAMERAS |
| Radian 2 offers Bluetooth-controlled motion time-lapse photography |
 | The Radian 2 is a time-lapse motion-controller which can be wirelessly programmed from a smartphone. Currently on Kickstarter, the device also offers wireless camera control and boasts a number of high-end time-lapse features. read more |
| COMPUTERS |
| Endless is a mini PC aimed at the developing world |
 | Endless is a crowdfunded mini PC that's founded on the idea of turning a user's television set into fully functional PCs. It runs on a proprietary operating system and will launch with a library of apps that work both on and offline. read more |
| OUTDOORS |
| Survival Laces put a fire starting kit on your feet |
 | When out in the wilderness, it can be a good idea to take along a backup fire-maker, just in case your matches get damp or rubbing sticks gets you nowhere. With this in mind, Survival Laces include a small fire starting kit, and some fishing line too, just in case you ever need them. read more |
| ARCHITECTURE |
| Inside the weird, wonderful and award-winning Melbourne School of Design |
 | The Melbourne School of Design places a premium on sustainability and collaborative education, and through an inventive architectural approach it has married the two to produce a truly unique learning environment. read more |
| WEARABLE ELECTRONICS |
| DrumPants as a trigger-activated communication system |
 | The creators of DrumPants, the wireless device that converts your pants into a wearable MIDI controller and music sequencer, are running a beta test program that uses DrumPants sensor strips to control smart appliances and to give a voice to those who have none (through a connected mobile app). read more |
| AIRCRAFT |
| Real-time sonic boom display moves closer to cockpit integration |
 | Electronics firm Rockwell Collins has been awarded a two-year NASA contract to develop a 3D cockpit display to help pilots of future supersonic aircraft to mitigate or eliminate sonic booms. read more |
| ELECTRONICS |
| Things heat up for self-destructing electronic devices |
 | Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a new type of "transient" electronic device that self-destructs in response to heat exposure. The work is aimed at making it easy for materials from devices that usually end up in landfill to be recycled or dissolved completely. read more |
| AUTOMOTIVE |
| Patent drawings reveal shape of Maserati's SUV plans |
 | There’s been no secret that Maserati is working on an SUV derived from the Kubang concept of 2011 and now patent drawings that provide the first glimpse of the production car’s styling have surfaced. read more |
| WEARABLE ELECTRONICS |
| LG Watch Urbane vs. Moto 360: Quick look |
 | We might see some new Android Wear gear next week at Google I/O. But until then, the LG Watch Urbane and Moto 360 are two of your best Wear smartwatches. We have both in house, so let's take a quick look. read more |
| SCIENCE |
| Horseshoe bat-inspired sonar system could outperform current tech |
 | While just about everyone knows that bats locate prey in the dark using echolocation, one thing that many people may not realize is the fact that horseshoe bats are particularly good at it. With this in mind, engineers are now developing a sonar system that emulates the system used by those bats. read more |
| ROBOTICS |
| Nobot wants to put people to work ... in robot form |
 | We hear plenty of discussion about robots taking over our jobs, so it's a refreshing change to hear about a robot designed to create them instead. Its name is Nobot, and what makes this machine unique is that it's largely controlled remotely by a human being. read more |
| HEALTH AND WELLBEING |
| Way is a connected device that provides personalized skincare advice |
 | Way is a compact device designed to fit in the user's bag or pocket, incorporating a range of sensors to provide personalized skincare advice. It's currently the subject of a crowdfunding project, where it's already crossed its funding goal with more than a month left on the clock. read more |
| SCIENCE |
| MIT has a new method for producing large quantities of graphene |
 | MIT has a new method for manufacturing graphene that it believes could take the material out of the laboratory and into commercial products. The method involves forming the strong, conductive material in a chamber consisting of two concentric tubes. read more |
| MILITARY |
| BAE Systems is preparing to bring VR tech to the battlefield |
 | BAE Systems is aiming to bring augmented reality to the battlefield, as it develops a new system that would overlay virtual information on the real world. The company believes that in a timeframe of 20 years we could see the system condensed into a contact lens. read more |
| SPACE |
| Astronomers observe origin of Type la supernova |
 | An international team of astronomers from Europe, Israel and the United States has succeeded in shedding light on the origin of Type la supernovae – powerful nuclear explosions in deep space that allow us to chart the vast distances between galaxies. read more |
| AUTOMOTIVE |
| EarthRoamer XV-HD takes the family off-road and off-grid |
 | Your typical recreational vehicle (RV) is great if you want to meander from campsite to campsite using their facilities as you go. If you want to explore remote areas, though, you're going to need something with a bit more grit. EarthRoamer's XV-HD will let you do that without sacrificing luxury. read more |
| SPACE |
| ESA spacecraft detects the presence of enormous Martian supervolcano |
 | ESA's Mars Express orbiter has captured images that may indicate the presence of supervolcanoes on the surface of Mars. If the findings are later confirmed, the existence of these leviathan volcanoes may greatly inform current theories on climate formation. read more |
| AROUND THE HOME |
| Butter Boss lets you butter like a boss |
 | Using butter is hardly a challenging task. Whether you need to spread it, measure it, slice it or apply it, a new device is claiming to make the process even simpler. The Butter Boss is described as being like a "Chapstick for your butter," gradually dispensing it for easy use. read more |
| ELECTRONICS |
| KFC saves phones from greasy fingers with tray liner keyboard |
 | Texting is so much a part of modern life that some people can't even pause for a meal of fried chicken without sending a message. As part of an advertising campaig KFC gave away paper tray liners with built-in Bluetooth keyboards, so patrons can text away while munching on their extra crispy. read more |
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 | The kind of speaker you can take to work or on vacation has to be pretty compact. The Sound Kick fits that description, but it has a pair of 2.3-inch speakers for great sound quality. Right now, it is half price and under $50 for the first time. read more |
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