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Let’s start the article from the disadvantages of high tech. Taking USB flash drive for example, the small-sized storage device  effectively keep our information safe and allows us to use them anywhere. Then you never imagined what would happen if they went wrong? Well, all the information disappeared…and left nothing. That’s why the designers are developing these heavy-duty USB flash disks. Made from metal, these key-shaped flash drives could last quite a long time to serve you while not requiring you to pay special attention to them.

This is Outlife, a portable shelter that allows you a real natural life in the wild. Not just any shelters. Neither airtight nor lightproof. It features a perfect durability and air permeability; therefore you won’t feel uncomfortable even in a poor condition with the temperature reaching -20°C low or 60°C high. Besides, the Outlife also comes with collapsible dual layers, protecting your privacy without hindering the visibility. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Not to be too excited with the Casio’s G-Shock branded watch released in 1983, the EX-G1 is a too-solid gadget that claims to be water-resistant, dust-resistant and shock-resistant. Several related experiments here will let you learn more about the EX-G1. Nothing goes wrong when it falls from 7ft (2.13m). It is also waterproof and freeze-proof, which means that the camera also works at a depth of up to 10ft (3m) below the water for an hour, withstanding temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C). More amazingly, the 12.1MP camera also features an interval shooting function and a high speed continuous shutter. Only 19.9mm wide, convenient to carry. It is expected to be on the market in December. [Read the rest of this entry...]

Surface is very impressive. But Microsoft intends to give us more surprise. This new technology named SecondLight is one example. It is actually a dual-projection system, which can identify where the table is being touched and projects a second alternative image in mid-air. OMG. Unbelievable? You’d better check out the video after the break

Amazon kindle is a trend of ebook. However, because of lacking flipping pages which is a frequently used movement of reading books, you won’t be comfortable. What about an dual-screen ebook reader?

Its two screens can display the book at the same time just like a real one and you can flip pages by opening and closing the whole book. In addition, the two screen can be separated.

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Because of the stick design, this foldable trivet gonna save more space for you. It is made from durable and sturdy silicone which could fit for heavy hot pot. Plus, it’s stylish. [Read the rest of this entry...]

US Air Force Research Laboratory aims to develop a new battery whose juice could last 30 years.

This new battery is constructed from semiconductors and uses radioisotopes as the energy source. The reason the battery lasts so long is that neutron beta-decay into protons is the world’s most concentrated source of electricity. Plus, the reaction is non-thermal which means laptops gonna be cooler than ever before.