DJI Phantom 4
1, Mar 2016
DJI Phantom 4

DJI is at it again and has just released their latest quadcopter the Phantom 4. The body looks similar but it is a total redesign. The big difference between the Phantom 3 and the Phantom 4 are the following – Longer flight time of 28 minutes (vs 23-25) Over 3…

Xpectre Spectre-II Nomad Survival Bow Folds Small
16, Feb 2016
Xpectre Spectre-II Nomad Survival Bow Folds Up Extra Small

Whether you are interested in taking up archery or just want to have a capable bow and arrow set that you can fit in a backpack this might be the set for you. The Xpectre Spectre-II Nomad Survival Bow & Arrow Set ($89) has a 35-lb draw, is made of fiberglass,…

LUCI Outdoor Solar Waterproof LED
10, Feb 2016
LUCI Outdoor Inflatable LED Solar Lantern

I am a bit of freak when it comes to LED’s and solar panels. Put the two together and you got me. The LUCI Outdoor ($15) hits on all cylinders as it has LED’s a solar panel and more. Turns out the team at MPOWERD donates some of these lights…

Russian_SHERP_ATV
10, Feb 2016
The Russian SHERP ATV

That is it. I am selling the Prius. The Russian’s have figured out what my next car is going to look like. It is going to look like the SHERP ATV. Mainly because it is going to be a SHERP ATV. The Russian SHERP looks like a lot of fun.…

EasyJet Hybrid Airplanes
3, Feb 2016
EasyJet To Begin Testing Hybrid Planes

One way the budget airlines are able to offer such low airfare is by cutting costs. T’his means luggage fees, tighter seating, and now hybrid airplanes. How much can a hybrid fleet save a small airline like EasyJet? 35-million per year! This isn’t your typical hybrid though. Don’t expect an…

eaglesvsdrones
1, Feb 2016
Eagles Being Trained To Take Down Illegal Drones

Remember the Tokyo Drone Hunting Squad? Dumbest idea ever. Well, the Dutch are going to give Japan a run for their money. A new trial is underway using an amazing bird of pray, the eagle, to intercept drones that might be in the way during an emergency. Is this really…

TappLock Biometric Padlock
29, Jan 2016
TappLock Smart Padlock Uses Fingerprint To Unlock

No more keys or codes to remember for your padlock. That is if you have the TappLock (by Pishon Labs). The TappLock (still on Indiegogo) can be opened like your iPhone 6S, with your fingerprint. There will be two versions of the TappLock, a smaller version with a 6-month battery…

ATM Machine Dropped From 100 Feet
26, Jan 2016
What Happens When You Drop An ATM From 100 Feet?

No surprise that ATM’s hold a bunch of cash. Knowing that, there is also no surprise that said ATM’s are built tough. They aren’t going to give up the loot too easily. Heck, even with a crowbar and hammer it is a very tough nut to crack. Watch what happens…

fontus-water-bottle
19, Jan 2016
Bicycle Self Filling Water Bottle Converts Humidity Into Drinkable H20

Imagine a water bottle on your bike that was self-filling. That is what Kristof Retezár hopes to create with his Fontus water bottle. The idea is simple enough; the water bottle uses solar cells to create an electrical temperature change which creates condensation. The condensed water is then stored in the…

FACTORY_UTV_MAVERICK
30, Dec 2015
Best UTV Skid Plates For The Money

If you were lucky enough to get a new UTV or Side-by-side for Christmas this year, congrats. I got a self balancing scooter. You know the “hoverboard” gadget that sends old men, like me, to the hospital. I’m not complaining. Thanks Uncle Vinnie. But… it isn’t a Kawasaki Teryx or…