Blessed be the relaxation powers of a CBD bath bomb
Like much of the world, the Netherlands is going through a second lockdown. Admittedly, our shutdown hasn’t been intense as many others across the globe, but it still is uniquely...
This $99 gadget helps you make music, no skill required – TechCrunch
At CES back in January, I met with a handful of founders who were/are crowdfunding musical instruments. It’s a fascinating category and one to watch if you have a passing...
Interlocking AIs let robots pick and place faster than ever – TechCrunch
One of the jobs for which robots are best suited is the tedious, repetitive “pick and place” task common in warehouses — but humans are still much better at it....
My addiction to cassette tapes isn’t a problem — it’s a solution
This is adapted from Plugged In, TNW’s bi-weekly newsletter on gear and gadgets. Subscribe to it (and our other great newsletters) here. We’re back again to talk about what is obviously all our favorite...
China’s smartphone giant Oppo ratchets up AR push – TechCrunch
Tech companies around the world are still identifying the “next big thing” enabled by 5G connections. Some, such as Oppo, are betting it will be augmented reality. The Chinese smartphone...
Lego expands its Super Mario world with customization tools, new Mario power-ups, and more characters – TechCrunch
Lego’s partnership with Nintendo delivered a pretty awesome debut earlier this year with the interactive Lego Super Mario Starter Course, and now it’s following that up with additional sets designed...
Harley-Davidson’s first ebikes change gears automatically and cost a ton
It was just a few weeks ago that Harley-Davidson revealed its new e-bike subbrand, Serial 1 Cycle Company, but the company has been talking about its entry into the market...
Zoom is getting rid of its 40-minute limit, but just for Thanksgiving
It being 2020 and all, there’s a good chance people won’t be meeting up with family for Thanksgiving –especially given newly rising cases in the US. Instead, many will likely...
The first truly next-gen game is a lopsided but impressive showcase – TechCrunch
The next generation of gaming is here with the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X — except it isn’t, because there are almost no next-generation games to play on them....
Nintendo’s Mario Game & Watch is a choice gaming stocking stuffer of 2020 – TechCrunch
Nintendo will never stop mining its past for new nostalgia-based products, but at least it tends to do so with aplomb and occasionally even generosity. The former at least is...