As far as smartphone tech goes, 2017 has been one of the most interesting years in a while: the year of the 18:9, extended screen, of vanishing bezels and Face ID, augmented reality and more. We've seen some excellent mobile handsets launch over the last 12 months, and here's our pick of the best. Read more
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A new device could finally see compact speakers delivering big sound thanks to some clever math and a maze of passive resonant chambers that massively boost the bass that can be produced by a tiny smartphone speaker. Read more
The corrosive forces of the ocean break plastic bottles, cigarette lighters and pieces of packaging down into tiny fragments that are difficult to track. But scientists have come up with a technique that could reveal the whereabouts of microplastics by way of a glowing fluorescent dye. Read more
A fascinating study led by King's College in London has shown success in rapidly reducing auditory hallucinations in people with schizophrenia using a novel form of avatar therapy which essentially allows a person to talk to a visual representation of the voice in their head. Read more
There are a lot of three-row crossovers on offer, with the segment having largely replaced the minivan as the family option found in suburban garages across North America. Among that plethora of choices, the Santa Fe is neither attention-getting nor exciting. It is, however, highly competent. Read more
Fast affordable broadband is one of the essentials of modern life. Hence the latest data from Cable.co.uk paints an interesting picture of which countries are doing it right, and those where short-term gain for the telcos has prevailed. Read more
The Curiosity Mars rover's wheels are falling apart faster than expected. To prevent this from happening to future rover missions, NASA's Glenn Research Laboratory is developing a new wire mesh tire made out of special memory alloy that is much tougher than anything used previously. Read more
MIT scientists are developing a new material that absorbs heat, stores it, and releases it again when exposed to light. The material could one day provide, among other things, a solar-powered cooking stove that could absorb heat from the sun during the day and release it on command at night. Read more
Youbionic started taking pre-orders for its 3D-printed robotic hand early last year. The company recently launched a new version, but hasn't stopped there. Looking to a near future where robotic enhancements make for improved humans, a two-handed prosthetic has been developed and gone up for sale. Read more
The perfect hybrid of elegance in design and smart technology, the MIM blends classic watchmaking and smart functions with the world's longest battery life. These attractive watches track your activity like a fitness band, but also notify you of incoming notifications, and even let you take hands-free pictures with your smartphone. Take an additional 20% off with code CYBER20 at checkout. Read more
Pesticides generally take something of a shotgun approach to eliminating critters, but the problem is not all of them are bad news. Scientists have now discovered a way the recipe of these substances might be refined to better target the bad guys while leaving bees alone. Read more
Taiwanese startup Otto Bikes has introduced its first model, a mid-sized electric two-wheeler specifically tailored for commuting duties. Powered by a typical wheel hub motor, the Mini City Racer stands out thanks to its detailed styling, high-end peripherals and ample use of connectivity features. Read more
If you have a cat, chances are that you don't like cleaning out its litter box. Well, that's why the Catolet was created. It's basically a conveyor belt-equipped automatically-flushing toilet that's made for cats – or tiny litter-trained dogs. Read more
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are threatening to cast us back into the dark ages of medicine. To fight back, a new "evolution machine" directs the evolution of bacteria by making changes to their environment, guiding them to produce molecules that could lead to new drugs. Read more
Swedish startup Sweam has included a touchscreen display on the top of its pocket smart projector, offering familiar smartphone-like control and also allowing users to watch shows on the small screen for the commute back home from work and continue the viewing experience on a living room wall. Read more
A team from the Initiative for Interstellar Studies (i4is) has put forward a proposal for Project Lyra, a mission to launch a probe to chase and intercept the interstellar asteroid 'Oumuamua, which passed close to the Sun in September 2017. Read more
A team of researchers has found that house flies and blow flies can spread a whole host of bacteria that was previously unsuspected to hitch a ride on the insects. But this bacteria-carrying capability could be hijacked and used in a public health surveillance capacity to track pathogen outbreaks Read more
As if you really needed it, here's another reason to get more exercise: it improves your memory. That's the finding of a study recently conducted by McMaster University. And although the research involved healthy young adults, it could have big implications for older people. Read more
For the first time, Mini Living will be going beyond concepts with an actual building project in Shanghai. The co-living building will see existing buildings converted into a series of tiny apartments, co-working spaces and communal facilities, including, rooftop farming and car-sharing. Read more
Bentley is making a habit of teaming up with Mulliner to cook up utility vehicles for the most niche of sports. Following the likes of the Bentayga Fly Fishing and Bentayga Falconry, comes the Bentayga Field Sports, for those whose bespoke, handcrafted shotguns can only travel in style. Read more
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